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Regulation Shockwave: Steep New City Fees Threaten to Wipe Out Streateries and Small Businesses Nationwide

Regulation Shockwave: Steep New City Fees Threaten to Wipe Out Streateries and Small Businesses Nationwide

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on November 16, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program The expansion of outdoor dining facilities, commonly referred to as “streateries,” which provided a vital economic lifeline to the restaurant sector during…

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The Happy Hour Ban’s Devastating Impact on the Bar Industry

The Happy Hour Ban’s Devastating Impact on the Bar Industry

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 The cherished American tradition of happy hour, a symbol of camaraderie and value, has been severely hampered by a wave of state-level…

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Touchdown for Taverns: How Non-Sports Bars Can Score Big with Football Fans This Season

Touchdown for Taverns: How Non-Sports Bars Can Score Big with Football Fans This Season

Listen to the Podcast Short at: Apple Podcast | Spotify | YouTube Published on September 7, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program For many establishments, the term “football bar” conjures images of wall-to-wall screens and roaring crowds. But what if your bar isn’t a…

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Gratuity Guidance: The Imperative for Restaurants to Calculate Tips Solely on Food & Beverage Sales

Gratuity Guidance: The Imperative for Restaurants to Calculate Tips Solely on Food & Beverage Sales

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 the restaurant industry navigates an intricate landscape characterized by evolving consumer expectations, sophisticated payment technologies, and increasingly stringent financial regulations, a crucial…

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The Hidden Cost of Parking Fees: Driving Away Business and Tax Revenue?

The Hidden Cost of Parking Fees: Driving Away Business and Tax Revenue?

Published on July 26, 2025 Brad Peters, Founder, Director, CEO of HRBUniversal & The Plate & Pour Collective Equity Partner Program In many bustling city centers, the quest for convenient and affordable parking has become a significant challenge for residents and visitors alike. While municipalities often see paid street and lot parking as a valuable…

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