
Jeff Berman interviews Danny Meyer, founder of Shake Shack and Union Square Hospitality Group, about his entrepreneurial journey, influences, and approach to scaling businesses. Meyer shares insights from his early experiences, including a formative trip to Italy and lessons learned from his father's bankruptcies, emphasizing the importance of surrounding oneself with talented people and focusing on unique contributions. Later, Meyer's daughter, Hallie Meyer, founder of Cafe Pana, joins the conversation to discuss her own business, influences, and perspectives on scaling, highlighting her commitment to product quality and customer experience. The discussion explores themes of discovery, innovation, customer service, and the balance between growth and maintaining a unique brand identity.
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