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The franchise playbook: A CEO’s guide to restaurant expansion with Troy Hooper | 065
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- The Pre-Shift
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- Jul 2, 2025
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- 2636
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Summary
What does it take to grow a restaurant from a single location to a global phenomenon? In this episode, D.J. sits down with Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palate America, the holding company for the rapidly expanding Japanese fast-casual brand, Pepper Lunch. Troy pulls back the curtain on his extensive career, from his early days in the kitchen to leading a global brand. He offers a masterclass on scaling a restaurant business, detailing the crucial transition from hands-on manager to visionary execu...