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What does the acquisition by McWin mean for the Danish premium dining brand? Sticks ‘n’ Sushi CEO and EFSS Advisory Board Member Andreas Karlsson discusses the new investors, growth plans extending beyond network expansion, and business friendships. Andreas, first of all, congratulations on the new partnership. You’ve been searching for an investor for Sticks ‘n’ […]
“McWin Capital Partners to acquire majority shareholding in Sticks’n’Sushi” — With this declaration, two individuals closely associated with the European Foodservice Summit have unveiled this year’s first mega deal for the European restaurant industry. Discover the pivotal role EFSS has played in fostering the business relationship between Sticks’n’Sushi CEO Andreas Karlsson and McWin co-founder Henry […]
With the convening of the EFSS Advisory Board in London, we recently initiated the groundwork for the next edition of the European Foodservice Summit. Over two days in early January 2024, intensive discussions unfolded in the meeting rooms of London’s One Hundred Shoreditch Hotel and at the Head Office of Sticks ‘n’ Sushi. What topics […]
A sneak peek into the upcoming European Foodservice Summit set for September occurred on January 10th in London, where a group of prominent restaurateurs gathered. Besides providing an excellent platform to broaden and reinforce their networks, participants benefited from significant insights from two recognised experts in their field. Vincent Mourre of WhiteSpace Partners presented an […]
“Loyalty programmes can be very really powerful as a tool. But such a programme is not a slam dunk. It’s a bit of a trial and error”, said loyalty expert Oliver Dervey of Swisscard. At the European Foodservice Summit 2023, Dervey shared valuable insights on building impactful loyalty initiatives, emphasizing customer data, feedback, and measuring […]
“Sustainability can positively impact the bottom line,“ says Jordi Pascual, founder and CEO of Udon, a 72-unit strong Japanese noodle bar concept founded in Barcelona. At the European Foodservice Summit 2023 in Zurich, he outlined the company’s strategic sustainability initiatives. “We are not a sustainable company; we are as sustainable as possible,” Pascual said, stressing […]
Taking a foodservice company public involves careful considerations and strategic planning. At the European Foodservice Summit 2023, Richard Morris, CEO of Tortilla Mexican Grill, the largest Fast-Casual-Mexican brand in the UK, explored the key aspects involved in an Initial Public Offering (IPO) based on the company’s experiences. IPO landscape While private equity remains a common […]
Younique Concepts faces no staffing shortages. Founder Sven Sallaerts sheds light on what distinguishes this Dutch foodservice company. Commencing his talk at the 24th European Foodservice Summit in Zurich, Dutch foodservice entrepreneur Sven Sallaerts of Younique Concepts posed a straightforward question, “Who here grapples with staff shortages?” Acknowledging the multitude of raised hands, Sallaerts stated […]
China’s industry was long associated with imitation products. Today, the country is at the forefront of innovation in numerous sectors, including foodservice. At the European Foodservice Summit in Zurich, Frank Sieren, a China expert, TV journalist, and author, shared insights into China’s evolving role in the global economy. From imitator to innovator “For decades, a […]
Farewell Zurich, here we come, Amsterdam! For the first time in its 25-year history, the European Foodservice Summit will journey beyond its Swiss roots and explore new territory. Here’s a sneak peak into our new haven: A house of our own! Nestled in the heart of Amsterdam along Keizersgracht, Felix Meritis is a neoclassical edifice […]
