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Danny Meyer

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Danny Meyer is New York City's most successful restaurateur: he's opened 28 restaurants and only closed one. He's earned a constellation's worth of New York Times and Michelin stars, and his Shake Shack fast casual chain has gone global, bringing Shackburgers and long lines to Europe, the Middle East, and Russia.

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Panera Bread stock will be publicly traded again in an unusual deal with Danny Meyer’s SPAC

The arrangement involves Panera filing for an IPO, but also getting an investment from a special purpose acquisition company.

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This startup will deliver your favorite sandwich from anywhere on Earth

For a price.

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Shake Shack is trying out a new veggie burger

I don’t know if you’ve heard the news, but veggie burgers are all the rage. The Impossible Burger–which uses a proprietary meat substitute that tastes and feels like beef–has taken the world by storm, beginning first at Momofuku’s Nishi restaurant and most recently being offered at White Castle. Other fast food chains–like Burger King–have been … Continue reading “Shake Shack is trying out a new veggie burger”

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Report: Danny Meyer’s restaurant group swept sexual misconduct allegations under the rug

Danny Meyer–the beloved restaurateur behind Union Square Hospitality Group, which owns places like Union Square Café and Shake Shack–is under fire for mishandling employee complaints. According to a report from Eater, for years, dozens of employees told the company’s human resources department about misconduct from two chefs at two of Meyer’s restaurants. But HR allegedly … Continue reading “Report: Danny Meyer’s restaurant group swept sexual misconduct allegations under the rug”

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Shake Shack CEO: Communicate What’s Important To You Every Day

A well-functioning team can’t function well if what’s important isn’t established.

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3 Ways To Ensure An Excellent Product, From The Man Behind America’s Best Burgers

Pat LaFrieda supplies many of New York’s premier steakhouses and Minetta Tavern, home of the city’s most expensive burger. Here’s how the burger maestro ensures every bite is perfection.

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Climbing The Ladder From Waiter To Executive, One Rung At A Time

Paul Bolles-Beaven knows a thing or two about climbing the corporate ladder. He started out as a waiter more than 27 years ago at Danny Meyer’s Union Square Café. He’s still with the company–as a senior partner.

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Danny Meyer’s Magic Touch: How To Create 4-Star Experiences And Lines Around The Block

“You can try to change the world based on philosophy, doctrine, and belief. But I think the thing that really drives the world is hedonism, the pleasure factor,” says Danny Meyer. As CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group, Meyer has opened 28 restaurants, each of which dials up the pleasure factor to new heights, whether it’s a four-star meal or a $7 burger (but, what a burger!). Here’s how he does it.

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Danny Meyer

CEO

Stories about Danny Meyer

Panera Bread stock will be publicly traded again in an unusual deal with Danny Meyer’s SPAC

The arrangement involves Panera filing for an IPO, but also getting an investment from a special purpose acquisition company.

The questions Spotify, Bumble, and Medium execs are asking themselves—and why you should follow their lead

These eight ‘Masters of Scale’ built multibillion-dollar companies by asking simple, but important, questions.

This startup will deliver your favorite sandwich from anywhere on Earth

For a price.

Shake Shack is trying out a new veggie burger

Report: Danny Meyer’s restaurant group swept sexual misconduct allegations under the rug

Shake Shack CEO: Communicate What’s Important To You Every Day

A well-functioning team can’t function well if what’s important isn’t established.

3 Ways To Ensure An Excellent Product, From The Man Behind America’s Best Burgers

Pat LaFrieda supplies many of New York’s premier steakhouses and Minetta Tavern, home of the city’s most expensive burger. Here’s how the burger maestro ensures every bite is perfection.

Climbing The Ladder From Waiter To Executive, One Rung At A Time

Paul Bolles-Beaven knows a thing or two about climbing the corporate ladder. He started out as a waiter more than 27 years ago at Danny Meyer’s Union Square Café. He’s still with the company–as a senior partner.

Danny Meyer’s Magic Touch: How To Create 4-Star Experiences And Lines Around The Block

Impact

Malala lays out the 4 steps she takes to build a campaign for change

A hidden major cause of global deforestation: Organized crime

ESG investing has a sustainability blind spot: supply chains

News

Why this shopping season is make-or-break for small businesses, according to the SBA

How to watch the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC for free

Covid-19 booster side effects: what to expect after getting another dose of Pfizer, Moderna, or Janssen

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