News & Media From Kathleen Wood

Breaking boundaries: Derrick Hayes on purpose, power, building Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

In this episode of Founderology – Built to Breakthrough, Derrick Hayes opens up about the decisions, setbacks, and breakthroughs that shaped his path. He…

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How Slutty Vegan Founder turned $20M in debt into a $100M comeback

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

In this episode of "Founderology – Built to Breakthrough," Pinky Cole Hayes shares her “PhD. lessons” and mindset that fueled her comeback.

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Are you the tallest tree in your 'business forest?'

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Have you ever heard the phrase, "You can't see the forest for the trees"? This metaphor is particularly relevant for Founders, as it highlights how we can…

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Crazy Pita: From $30 to scaling a legacy

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

This week on Founderology – Built to Breaktrough, I sat down with Mehdi Zarhloul, the powerhouse Founder of Crazy Pita, Chicken Genius and Salad Madness. His…

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Building your restaurant's championship team to win

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

The same principles that create winning teams on the field can transform your business into a powerhouse. Let's talk the Xs and Os of building a championship…

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5 ways to lead boldly in uncertain times

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

The best Founders don't just survive tough times; they THRIVE because they focus on what they CAN control.

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Is your leadership built for scalability?

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Your team is a reflection of its leader.

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The Founder’s bookshelf: Why these 11 classics are game-changers

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

These aren't just great reads; they are essential blueprints for success.

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Celebrating Cameron McNie, co-founder of Hawaiian Bros Island Grill

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Our first "Founderology — Built to Breakthrough" podcast featured Cameron McNie, co-founder and executivechairman of Hawaiian Bros Island Grill. Cameron shared…

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Building your championship restaurant team to win

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

The greatest coaches inspire greatness in others. You don't need a massive budget to inspire and motivate a team the biggest investment is your commitment and…

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