Published on Sunday, April 19, 2026 The contemporary economic landscape of major metropolitan areas is being fundamentally reshaped by aggressive pushes for higher minimum wage mandates. While politically popular and intended to provide a living wage, these policies—particularly those enacted in labor-intensive sectors like hospitality in markets such as Virginia and Los Angeles—create a direct…
Published on Sunday, April 5, 2026 The economic repercussions stemming from Chicago’s gradual abolition of the “tip credit,” a measure robustly supported by the national advocacy organization One Fair Wage, now serve as a stark warning to the service industry at large. Far from fostering financial stability for employees, the 2026 mandate appears to be…
Subscribe & Listen: Amazon Music | Apple Podcast | Deezer | iHeart Radio | Spotify | YouTube Published on February 8, 2026 The casual dining industry throughout the United States is currently contending with a significant economic hurdle, which industry analysts have denominated as “menu price fatigue.” This pervasive consumer weariness is the direct consequence…
Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on October 12, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program A Paradigm Shift in Ensuring Public Health The landscape of restaurant food safety is undergoing a significant and transformative evolution, moving decisively…
Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 21, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In the intensely competitive world of restaurant operations, the spotlight often falls on managing food costs. Owners and managers meticulously scrutinize every…
Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on August 31, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program As consumer preferences continue to evolve, a significant and transformative shift is underway in the beverage industry, with a notable decline in alcohol…
Listen to Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on August 31, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In a surprising but increasingly common trend, quick-service restaurants (QSRs) are embracing alcohol as a key ingredient in their strategy to enhance the…
Published on July 21, 2025, by Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Fort Myers, FL – Prepare to enhance your food safety expertise! On Jul 31, 2025 8:45 AM, the highly anticipated ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program will be held in Fort Myers, FL, offering…
Published on July 21, 2025, by Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Bradenton, FL – Are you a food service professional looking to enhance your food safety knowledge and leadership skills? Look no further! The highly acclaimed ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification Program is coming…
Published on July 21, 2025, by Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program Naples, FL – Are you a food service manager looking to elevate your understanding of food safety and foster a culture of food safety within your establishment? Look no further! The highly acclaimed…