30 Years in 30 Minutes
Welcome to “30 Years in 30 Minutes,” the podcast that distills decades of wisdom, success, and life lessons into bite-sized, inspiring conversations. Join Michael Oved as he sits down with the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs, trailblazers, and visionaries. In each episode, within thirty minutes, we unravel their remarkable stories of grit, determination, and innovation. We delve deep into their experiences, extracting the invaluable insights and hard-won knowledge that have fueled their rise to the top. In less time than it takes to get your morning coffee, discover how the world’s highest performers turned their dreams into reality, overcame obstacles, and harnessed their passion to leave an indelible mark on their industries. “30 Years in 30 Minutes” is your front-row seat to the minds behind the movements, the innovators behind the disruptions, and the leaders who are redefining success. Podcast produced by Terrence Gabel.
30 Years in 30 Minutes
How to Build a Hospitality Brand w/ the Cofounder of Union Square Hospitality Group Richard Coraine
How do you build a hospitality brand? How do you cultivate the perfect blend of ambiance and atmosphere? What is the story of Shake Shack? How did Union Square Hospitality Group grow to become the most successful hospitality company in the world?
In this episode, Michael Oved sits down with Richard Coraine, Founding Partner of Union Square Hospitality Group, a hospitality organization that has created and operated some of the most acclaimed restaurants and brands in NYC and beyond, including Shake Shack (the fast-food restaurant chain that has grown into a $3 billion publicly traded company), Eleven Madison Park, Blue Smoke, Maialino, and The Modern at MoMA. Richard shares his personal and professional insights in being Danny Meyer's Partner for 30 years, the journey of scaling their shared vision of "enlightened hospitality" into a world class brand, how they created one of America's most notable burger companies, and the lessons learned along the way.
