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Can Silicon Valley have its cake and eat it too? The obsession with speed might not mix well with the importance of food quality and consistency - but when it comes to AI and funding unicorns, sometimes even the most obvious unicorns aren't so obvious after all.

The entrepreneurial vs intrapreneurial spirit. Taco Bell's new Cantina restaurant experience lights up Hollywood. Gen Z hungers for more than just food; they crave an eatertainment experience.

Discover the benefits of working in the hospitality industry. Imagine if consumers were paid for sharing their data. Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and secure VC funding, even in a recession.

Chowly's acquisition of Koala and Tablz innovative table solutions are shaking up the restaurant industry in 2023. With 10 business strategies to succeed, the future is looking tech-forward and full of exciting new dining experiences.

Sequoia's search for unique unicorns in downturns leads to a doubling down on seed investing. Meanwhile, the Square Mafia continues to inspire new startups and firms. Stay ahead of the game with Brizo's quick guide to the major players in 10 tech categories.

Get an insider's look at restaurant pricing strategy from an industry expert. GAIN and Branded Hospitality Ventures join forces to create a winning partnership. And in 2023, witness the great loyalty migration that's reshaping the way we do business.

As U.S. VC funding cools off from its 2021 record, investors hold tight and keep their powder dry. Meanwhile, new success metrics, an M&A timeline, and five upcoming cloud trends for 2023 keep the tech world on its toes.

As venture debt takes center stage for startups in 2023, it may help break bad habits from the boom years. While some industries return to normal, others still face business disruptions. Ottonomy.IO reveals the Ottobot Yeti, positioning itself as a major player in the autonomous delivery market.

Southwest Airlines makes a comeback after a failure of epic proportions. Meanwhile, VCs name the top foodtech startups to watch in 2023, sparking excitement and anticipation for the year ahead.

Yum Brands heads into 2023 with confidence. New VCs remain unfazed by the foodtech falloff and continue to search for promising investments. Ovation founder shooting for a series A.

Goldman Sachs and Barclays are bullish on restaurant stocks, with BofA recommending Chipotle and Starbucks. Meanwhile, VCs and restaurant leaders share their predictions and biggest tech trends to watch for in 2023.

Friends of Branded! Happy Saturday! It’s still completely dark outside b/c it’s super early as I’m