Our guest today is Peter Demos, 2nd generation restaurateur at Demos’ Restaurant in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Peter’s vision for Demos’ is clear and simple. “We want the customer to leave in a better mood than when he or she came in.”
In 1999, Peter returned to his parents’ family restaurant, Demos’ Restaurant, with the single goal of growing the organization. His experience as a restauranteur grew, and he was given the position of chairman on the Board of Directors for the Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce and president of the Tennessee Hospitality Association. Currently, he is the president and CEO of Demos’ Brands and Demos Family Kitchen, owning six restaurant locations across middle Tennessee, including PDK Southern Kitchen and Pantry, and multiple other businesses.
Peter is a highly sought-after leadership expert and speaker on business, leadership and faith. His latest professional pursuit is the release of his compelling debut book detailing his journey from fear-filled to fearless, “Afraid to Trust.” He has been featured in numerous mainstream and faith-based publications.
Today, Peter and his wife Kristin work closely together in both business and ministry. They are now teaching their two children to also serve God with their lives.
In this episode of Family Business Today, you will learn:
How he developed a clear vision for his restaurants and uses his vision to continually guide both short-term and long-term growth
What it means for a business to have “true value
How to incorporate sustainability and responsible stewards into his restaurant’s operations as a Christian business leader
How to ensure your restaurants are successful financially while staying true to your values
How he creates a workplace culture that reflects his values and supports his employees beyond just a paycheck
What kind of legacy he hopes to leave through his restaurants
And more…
To learn more about Peter Demos and Demos Restaurants visit their website at https://www.peterdemos.org/
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