How to manage the “Campus Effect” during the pandemic

U.S. Pizza Team veteran David Sommers of Mad Mushroom in IN. and KY. talks about the impact of having campus based locations and the early closing of schools. Sommers also talks about the reopening of states and the impacts on business as well as adaptations you need to succeed!

Brian Hernandez

May 11, 2020

What should you do when an employee tests positive?

U.S. Pizza Team member Peter Anderson of Gelsosomo’s in Crown Point, IN. and USPT acrobatic coach Jamie Culliton of The Nona Slice House in Safety Harbor, FL. talk about what to do when you get a positive test in your staff. They will also speak about how to approach and control the topic with your […]

Brian Hernandez

July 21, 2020

PMQ Live Update with Tore Trupiano, Mangia e Bevi

USPT Member Tore Trupiano of Mangia e Bevi and Dominic’s Italian Restaurant in Oceanside, CA. talks about taking over operations for places that have lost their food programs such as hospitals and industrial complexes. Trupiano will also speak about customer retention and stepping out of your comfort zone to make up lost revenue. Mangia e […]

Brian Hernandez

May 12, 2020

How to keep your employees happy and safe and are mobile units a viable option to brick and mortar right now?

U.S. Pizza Team member Giovanni Labbate of Billy Bricks Wood Fired Pizza in Northern IL. talks about compensating employees before and after the “situation” and what, if any, changes were made. Labbate will also talk about opening 2 additional food trucks during these hard times and the possible new regulations for food trucks.

Brian Hernandez

July 30, 2020

How to manage shortages in product and how to collaborate locally for support

Mr. Danger Von Dempsey talks about the uniqueness of South Dakota not having a Governor mandated closing policy. Dempsey will speak about self governing during the situation, collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce and serious shortages locally in product availability.

Brian Hernandez

May 22, 2020

How to find the sturdiest menu options for carryout?

Chef Adam Weisell of L’Aventino Forno Romano in Chicago speaks about the ins and outs of having to shut down and reopen in a hot spot. Weisell will also speak about the resilience of Pinsa for carry out and delivery, retaining old and gaining new customers and the integration of new marketing ideas. He will […]

Brian Hernandez

May 26, 2020

How to pivot your customers to contactless while keeping their family entertained!

U.S. Pizza Team Brandon Davis of Novella’s Pizza in New Hudson, MI. talks about removing cash payments and setting up a pick up window to remain as contactless as possible. Davis will also talk about alcohol delivery, Take & Make Mondays, a fun way to keep the whole family entertained.

Brian Hernandez

April 8, 2020

Goodwill prevails in trying times!

Jason Herron, avid restaurant goer and tipper extraordinaire talks about how a simple wish to give away 2 gift cards to out of work or struggling hospitality workers over Facebook snowballed into a movement of thousands dealing out over $20,000 in giveaways to struggling restaurant and bar employees in the Buckeye State through #StillTipping! Herron […]

Brian Hernandez

May 29, 2020

How can a family-oriented franchise manage a national presence as well as benefitting the local communities?

Joe Aurelio of Aurelio’s Pizza talks about gaining your customers trust, launching “The Act of Kindness” and “Food for Friends” programs to help the community pay it forward to help the first responders and essential workers. Joe will speak about how to manage a larger franchise and implementation of beneficial programs across all locations simultaneously.

Brian Hernandez

April 10, 2020

U.S. Pizza Team member Lars Smith surprises teammate Leah Scurto and makes good on a promise to work a shift at her pizzeria

Leah and Lars talk about the reopening of the state of California, what it takes to maintain success, for established and new operations alike, such as State of Mind Pizzeria & Public House and PizzaLeah, and how you can help your fellow operators!

Brian Hernandez

June 9, 2020