In this episode we sit down with Joe Carlucci, owner of Valentina's pizzeria in Madison, Alabama. Join us as Joe, a nine-time world pizza champion and two-time Guinness world record holder, shares his incredible journey in the pizza industry spanning over 35 years. Discover the secret ingredients to his award-winning pizzas, his approach to creating a strong team culture, and the innovative strategies that have made Valentina's one of the top pizzerias in the U.S. Joe also delves into the importance of being open-minded, investing in your employees, and how he successfully navigated the challenges of opening during the pandemic. Whether you're a restaurateur or a pizza lover, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.

00:30 Joe Carlucci's Journey in the Pizza Industry

00:54 World Pizza Championships and Guinness Records

02:20 Gordon Ramsay and Media Appearances

03:19 Building Valentina's Pizzeria: Lessons from Failure

05:38 The Art of Pizza Acrobatics

06:05 Award-Winning Pizzas: Ingredients and Techniques

07:54 Creating a Positive Work Culture

13:28 Managing Growth and Reinvestment

15:30 Delivery, Takeout, and Pandemic Challenges

16:59 Building a Destination Pizzeria

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