Episodios

  • “I am made out of Teflon” Robert Dahl, CEO & Creator Karls Erlebniswelt

    “I am made out of Teflon” Robert Dahl, CEO & Creator Karls Erlebniswelt
    Mar 13 2025
    In this episode of From Doubt to Drive, we sit down with Robert Dahl, a third-generation leader of Karls, a powerhouse business that has evolved from a small fruit and vegetable stand to a retail, entertainment, amusement park, and hospitality empire. Named after his grandfather, Karl, who began selling produce nearly 100 years ago, Robert and his family have grown the business to generate over 200 million euros in sales annually, with six parks across Germany and an expansion planned in LA for 2027.
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    56 m
  • “I have always been in doubt about everything” - Claus Meyer, serial culinary entrepreneur, co-founder of NOMA

    “I have always been in doubt about everything” - Claus Meyer, serial culinary entrepreneur, co-founder of NOMA
    Feb 26 2025
    Claus Meyer is a prominent Danish restaurateur, chef, and culinary entrepreneur who has played a significant role in shaping contemporary Nordic cuisine. He is perhaps best known as one of the co-founders of Noma, together with Rene Redzepi, the world-renowned Copenhagen restaurant that has been awarded multiple Michelin stars and has been named the world's best restaurant five times.
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    1 h y 1 m
  • “Mental contrasting gives the possibility to overcome obstacles” Dr. Gabriele Oettingen, psychologist & creator of WOOP

    “Mental contrasting gives the possibility to overcome obstacles” Dr. Gabriele Oettingen, psychologist & creator of WOOP
    Feb 6 2025
    This week with Dr. Gabriele Oettingen, a German psychologist and professor known for her pioneering work in the fields of motivation, self-regulation, and goal-setting. She teaches at New York University and the University of Hamburg.
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    51 m
  • “Only you can do it, but you are more than one!” Special episode: Newmorrow starts now

    “Only you can do it, but you are more than one!” Special episode: Newmorrow starts now
    Jan 29 2025
    This week with Axel Weber, Tillman Bardt, Mario C. Bauer and Florian Schneider, the founders of Newmorrow
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    24 m
  • "I want to be the BEST in the World” Greg Flynn, Founder & CEO of the Biggest Franchisee in the World

    "I want to be the BEST in the World” Greg Flynn, Founder & CEO of the Biggest Franchisee in the World
    Jan 22 2025
    Today’s episode features an exciting conversation with Greg Flynn, the Founder, Chairman, and CEO of the Flynn Group, the world’s largest franchisee. With over 2.900 restaurants across three countries — the USA, Australia, and New Zealand — Greg operates well-known brands such as Applebee’s, Panera Bread, Taco Bell, Arby’s, Wendy’s, and Pizza Hut, in addition to 40 fitness clubs and 120 hotels.
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    58 m
  • "Picking the right founders is an art, not a science." - Darrel Connell, Managing Partner from IMBIBA

    "Picking the right founders is an art, not a science." - Darrel Connell, Managing Partner from IMBIBA
    Jan 8 2025
    Today, we have Darrel Connell with us, a trusted investor in our industry and Managing Partner at IMBIBA, a private equity fund specializing in the UK leisure sector. With over 25 years in the market, IMBIBA employs 14 investment specialists and manages €140 million, focusing primarily on F&B businesses such as Farmer J and Pizza Pilgrims. Notably, IMBIBA is certified B-Corp.
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    51 m
  • “Ask yourself: have you been a good CEO?” - David Baumgartner, co-founder and CIO of Dean & David

    “Ask yourself: have you been a good CEO?” - David Baumgartner, co-founder and CIO of Dean & David
    Dec 25 2024
    This week with David Baumgartner, founder and CIO of “Dean & David”, known for its fresh, healthy, and sustainable dishes. With a vision to redefine fast food as healthier and more conscious, he opened the first restaurant in Munich in 2007. Today, “Dean & David” boasts over 150 locations across multiple countries and is considered a pioneer in modern, sustainable dining concepts.
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    46 m
  • "Block out the noise. Focus on yourself." - Laura Harper-Hinton, Co-founder & CEO Caravan

    "Block out the noise. Focus on yourself." - Laura Harper-Hinton, Co-founder & CEO Caravan
    Dec 11 2024
    Today, we are joined by Laura Harper-Hinton, Co-founder & CEO of Caravan. Caravan, a coffee roastery and restaurant operator, was a pioneer in the specialty coffee sector and has since grown to operate eight stores in London, one in Manchester, and three coffee bars. Caravan has achieved this year €30 million in sales, €2.5 million in profit, employs 500 people, and is proudly B-Corp certified.
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    56 m