Yianni Kosmides's guest appearances

Yianni Kosmides

Franchise Euphoria

Restaurant Rockstars Podcast

Modrn Business

Ashley Micciche

Mark Setterington

Jason Treu

Kevin Ortner

David Burke

Michael Stelzner

Kevin Dubois

Chris Brogan

John Lee Dumas

Jared Easley

Michael Chernow

Brendan Sweeney

Josh Elledge

John Jantsch

Eric Siu

OwlTail

Yianni Kosmides is the CEO and co-founder of Apola Greek Grill, an Authentic Greek Grill based in California that is taking the US by storm with its truly authentic Greek gyro. Their work has been featured on Yahoo Finance, US News, Food Service Exchange and on TV’s ‘This is LA’ among other publications.   Key Takeaways:  [0:05] Welcome to Franchise Euphoria, the podcast that takes a deep dive into specific topics related to franchising. Franchise Euphoria exists to help individuals who are trying to grow their business through a franchise or franchise-like model. [0:49] Josh introduces today’s interview guest, Yianni Kosmides, the CEO and co-founder of Apola Greek Grill. [2:24] Josh welcomes Yianni to Franchise Euphoria. [3:10] Yianni shares what inspired his family to open Apola Greek Grill. [7:10] Growing up, Yianni’s father acquired several restaurants across a variety of cuisine types, but the Apola was the first Greek concept in his family’s history. [11:10] Yianni gives an overview of the various food offerings that Apola features on their menu. [17:49] Apola has a variety of restaurant layouts including some traditional restaurant locations some drive through only locations. [22:43] Yianni shares the pros and cons of going into business with a family member. [26:05] Yianni explains what the transition from restaurant owner-operator for franchise owner is like. [31:33] Josh and Yianni debate where the ideal location for your first franchised location should be. [39:21] Yianni shares about the community partnerships Apola establishes with each new location they open. [41:32] If you want to learn more about Apola Greek Grill, you can visit their website listed below. [42:20] Thanks for listening, and please, reach out to Josh anytime through email at josh@indyfranchiselaw.com. If you enjoyed this interview, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.   Mentioned in This Episode: josh@indyfranchiselaw.com www.franchiseeuphoria.com www.indyfranchiselaw.com https://www.eatapola.com

Yianni Kosmides is the CEO and co-founder of Apola Greek Grill, an Authentic Greek Grill based in California that is taking the US by storm with its truly authentic Greek gyro. Their work has been featured on Yahoo Finance, US News, Food Service Exchange and on TV’s ‘This is LA’ among other publications. Key Takeaways:  [0:05] Welcome to Franchise Euphoria, the podcast that takes a deep dive into specific topics related to franchising. Franchise Euphoria exists to help individuals who are trying to grow their business through a franchise or franchise-like model. [0:49] Josh introduces today’s interview guest, Yianni Kosmides, the CEO and co-founder of Apola Greek Grill. [2:24] Josh welcomes Yianni to Franchise Euphoria. [3:10] Yianni shares what inspired his family to open Apola Greek Grill. [7:10] Growing up, Yianni’s father acquired several restaurants across a variety of cuisine types, but the Apola was the first Greek concept in his family’s history. [11:10] Yianni gives an overview of the various food offerings that Apola features on their menu. [17:49] Apola has a variety of restaurant layouts including some traditional restaurant locations some drive through only locations. [22:43] Yianni shares the pros and cons of going into business with a family member. [26:05] Yianni explains what the transition from restaurant owner-operator for franchise owner is like. [31:33] Josh and Yianni debate where the ideal location for your first franchised location should be. [39:21] Yianni shares about the community partnerships Apola establishes with each new location they open. [41:32] If you want to learn more about Apola Greek Grill, you can visit their website listed below. [42:20] Thanks for listening, and please, reach out to Josh anytime through email at <a href="mailto:josh@indyfranchiselaw.com">josh@indyfranchiselaw.com</a>. If you enjoyed this interview, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Mentioned in This Episode: <a href="mailto:josh@indyfranchiselaw.com">josh@indyfranchiselaw.com</a> <a href="http://www.franchiseeuphoria.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.franchiseeuphoria.com</a> <a href="http://www.indyfranchiselaw.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.indyfranchiselaw.com</a> <a href="https://www.eatapola.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.eatapola.com</a>

Maintaining Authenticity in Your Franchise System with Yianni Kosmides of Apola Greek Grill

It’s hard enough to start and successfully operate a restaurant in this country.  But imagine doing it with numerous restaurants, while raising a family in a foreign land. This is the birth of a proud family legacy, and generations of pride in our business.In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Yianni Kosmides of Apola Greek Grill.  He is a Greek native who with his brother Stefano, cut his teeth at an early age helping run every part of the family business.We’ll learn of their father Dimitri’s pride, strong work ethic and deep love of tradition which fueled the boy’s own restaurant dreams.  After selling the family restaurants and starting to enjoy a well-earned retirement, Yianni and Stef convinced their father to help them launch Apola Greek Grill, now a growing franchise based in California.  Together this family is introducing Greek street food culture to the good old US of A.This episode is all about the “Secret Sauce” of running a great restaurant based on freshness, quality and tradition.  We’ll talk about the importance of leading by example, training, attention to the bottom line, and let’s not forget the food.If you’ve ever tasted a real Greek GYRO (pronounced “Yeero”), with amazing traditional Tzatziki, this episode will make you hungry for Greek cuisine. Not only that but I’m sure you’ll learn a thing or two that you can apply to your own restaurant.  And, if you’re looking for a new opportunity, check out their franchise model at www.eatapola.comNow go out there and Rock Your Restaurant!RogerFor more Restaurant Resources: https://restaurantrockstars.com/ Thank you to our sponsors! Dawn Professional: https://pgpro.com/en-us/brands/dawn-professional/manual-pot-and-pan-detergent-original Restaurant Brands: https://www.restaurantbrands.comUse Promo Code RESTAURANTROCKSTARS to get 25% off most domains.

It’s hard enough to start and successfully operate a restaurant in this country. But imagine doing it with numerous restaurants, while raising a family in a foreign land. This is the birth of a proud family legacy, and generations of pride in our business. In this episode of the Restaurant Rockstars Podcast, I’m speaking with Yianni Kosmides of Apola Greek Grill. He is a Greek native who with his brother Stefano, cut his teeth at an early age helping run every part of the family business. We’ll learn of their father Dimitri’s pride, strong work ethic and deep love of tradition which fueled the boy’s own restaurant dreams. After selling the family restaurants and starting to enjoy a well-earned retirement, Yianni and Stef convinced their father to help them launch Apola Greek Grill, now a growing franchise based in California. Together this family is introducing Greek street food culture to the good old US of A. This episode is all about the “Secret Sauce” of running a great restaurant based on freshness, quality and tradition. We’ll talk about the importance of leading by example, training, attention to the bottom line, and let’s not forget the food. If you’ve ever tasted a real Greek GYRO (pronounced “Yeero”), with amazing traditional Tzatziki, this episode will make you hungry for Greek cuisine. Not only that but I’m sure you’ll learn a thing or two that you can apply to your own restaurant. And, if you’re looking for a new opportunity, check out their franchise model at <a href="http://www.eatapola.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.eatapola.com</a> Now go out there and Rock Your Restaurant! Roger For more Restaurant Resources: <a href="https://restaurantrockstars.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://restaurantrockstars.com/</a> Thank you to our sponsors! Dawn Professional: <a href="https://pgpro.com/en-us/brands/dawn-professional/manual-pot-and-pan-detergent-original" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://pgpro.com/en-us/brands/dawn-professional/manual-pot-and-pan-detergent-original</a> Restaurant Brands: <a href="https://www.restaurantbrands.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.restaurantbrands.com</a> Use Promo Code RESTAURANTROCKSTARS to get 25% off most domains.

239. Pride, Tradition & Hard Work Grows this Greek Restaurant - Yianni Kosmides Apola Greek Grill