843: Patrick Whalen CEO at 5th Street Group

<p> </p> <p>Working as a dish-washer all the way up to executive level management, Patrick has developed a service-centered style where knowledge, passion, and a drive to excel are paramount. After almost a decade of learning the trade by working in New York City, Patrick, bound to his North Carolina roots, moved his family back South and was hired as Butter NC’s General Manager. Under his leadership, Butter NC became established as the premier nightclub establishment in the Southeast and received numerous awards for excellence in service. Guided by his entrepreneurial spirit, Patrick was in search of a strategic, collaborative partnership to open a new type of restaurant that complements his passion for good food and his detailed business acumen. Friends and former colleagues Alejandro Torio and Mills Howell expressed similar thoughts and their combined strengths led to the creation of <a href="https://5churchcharlotte.com/">5Church Restaurant</a>.</p> <h2>Show notes…</h2> <h3>Calls to ACTION!!!</h3> <ul> <li>Join <a href= "https://www.restaurantunstoppablenetwork.com/plans/47357?bundle_token=17a3bdca1ccbc19303dff68d05df5ab2&utm_source=manual">Restaurant Unstoppable Network</a> and connect with my past guest and a community of superfans.</li> <li>Subscribe to the <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJSERtxnAE3V7T9PQ19w_Og">Restaurant Unstoppable YouTube Channel</a></li> <li>Join the private <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/493649961457862/">Unstoppable Facebook Group</a></li> <li>Join the email list! (Scroll Down to get the Vendor List!)</li> </ul> <h3>Favorite success quote or mantra:</h3> <ul> <li>“Why not us?”</li> <li>“There’s only we.”</li> </ul> <p><strong>In today's episode with Patrick Whalen we will discuss:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Running a casino</li> <li>Advice on restaurant openings</li> <li>Being empathetic</li> <li>Retaining staff</li> <li>Events</li> <li>Tip pool systems</li> <li>Personal life informing career decisions</li> <li>Public perception of your company</li> <li>False-modes