In this episode, Gary sits down with Conor Sheridan, the mastermind behind Mad Egg & Nory, to dive into the nitty-gritty of the restaurant world and how he's shaking things up.

This is the second time Conor has been on the pod and we catch up on a whirlwind few years for Conor as he raised $25 million to build Nory, the operating system for restaurants.

Conor is building the ultimate operating system for restaurants to help them thrive, not just survive.

We chat about why so many restaurants struggle with profit, how digital tools can change the game, and what it takes to scale up from a local spot to a powerhouse brand. Whether you’re in hospitality or just hungry for business insights, Conor’s journey will inspire and entertain.

Tune in and get a taste of the future of dining!

Here is a sneak peek of some of the lessons in today's pod.

• Optimize for Efficiency: Profitability often hinges on operational efficiency rather than just increasing sales.
• Adapt Quickly: Embrace adaptability as a survival tool, especially in competitive or challenging markets.
• Leverage Technology: Use digital tools to streamline operations and stay competitive in a fast-evolving industry.
• Tell a Compelling Story: When fundraising, present a clear vision that solves real, pressing problems.
• Build a Strong Culture: Cultivating a positive work culture aligns your team with the mission and fuels growth.

Show Notes

Connect with Conor Sheridan:

• Mad Egg
• Nory

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• Join Gary's free weekly email newsletter community.

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Today, we have a world exclusive. Will O'Brien unveils his stealth startup to the world for the first time.

Will is my pick for the rising star of season 22 and this episode will clearly show why.

Not only is he backed by some of the hottest investors in the world, he is solving a problem that could potentially save the world.

Will shares the rationale behind keeping his company under wraps for so long, focusing on engineering challenges away from the public eye.

Our conversation then turns to the ambitious quest of seagrass restoration, an innovative solution for carbon removal. We explore the immense potential of scaling restoration efforts, fueled by global climate goals, and discuss the strategic fundraising journey that brought on board top-tier investors aligned with the venture's long-term vision.

Will is a fascinating guy and we explore some of his wilder adventures including going to live with Buddist monks and writing letters to Denis O'Brien which landed him a dream job.

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Every great founder needs a mentor. That is why every single week, I bring you a new one.

Bad writing and communication is holding your business back.

Learn how to unlock this marketing superpower in today's Mentor Moment.

Eamon Fitzgerald has used writing and in particular email newsletters to grow a business worth millions.

Eamon is the founder of WineSpark.

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Listen to the full Eamon episode: https://youtu.be/YKIHvFW6hEc?si=6KtBT1xCZktYWpQ7