Discover the latest episode of the BWR Podcast as hosts David & Jalen sit down with Derrick Hayes, the visionary CEO behind Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks. Hailing from Philadelphia, Derrick ventured into Atlanta, introducing the iconic Philly Cheesesteak to the southern city and spearheading one of the fastest-growing restaurant startups, now boasting a team of over 144 employees. Tune in as Derrick candidly shares his journey, delving into pivotal moments that shaped his success. Learn how he rebounded from a staggering $1 million loss, leveraging his last resources to establish and nurture his restaurant brand. He opens up about overcoming significant setbacks while scaling his company to a remarkable annual revenue exceeding $1 million. Key Highlights: 5:05 – Unveiling the fusion of culture and culinary artistry 12:30 – Insights on the significance of networking and access in business 16:00 – Exploring the psychology of leveraging someone else's wealth 20:07 – Embracing the challenges of the entrepreneurial journey 28:45 – Recognizing the tipping point for expansion, marked by hours-long queues 31:31 – Empowering veteran employees through phantom equity 39:10 – The power of hiring expertise beyond your own 47:30 – Quality control strategies drawn from the Blue Apron model 54:07 – Final insights and reflections Make sure to take advantage of Derrick's invaluable wisdom! Join the conversation, gain insights, and leave your feedback by giving us a 5-star rating & review ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you're interested in advertising on the Black Wealth Renaissance podcast, please email [email protected] for further inquiries. 📧 For Business Inquiries: [email protected]   ★Subscribe on YouTube Black Wealth Renaissance - YouTube Keep Up With the Guest Derrick Hayes  https://www.instagram.com/officialdhayes/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrick-hayes Keep Up With the Hosts David Bellard  https://instagram.com/david_bellard https://twitter.com/daviddagoliath_ Jalen Clark  https://instagram.com/_jclark06 https://twitter.com/jefeklap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices