Inside Dunkin's Success: CEO Christopher Angiolillo's Journey & Insights

Welcome to the Shifting People Podcast! In this episode, co-hosts Derek Williamson and Kathleen McDonough delve into the intricacies of people management and the service industry with Christopher Angiolillo, CEO of Dunkin and Signify Ventures. Discover how Christopher's journey from growing up in the family business to leading a major franchise has shaped his unique approach to management. Learn about the value of sports and team environments in leadership, the importance of simplifying processes, and the strategies for retaining long-term employees in a franchise model. This episode is packed with lessons on balancing growth, protecting established processes, and using social media to document and share valuable business insights. If you're involved in or curious about the franchise business, this episode is a must-watch!

00:00 Introduction to the Shifting People Podcast

00:27 Meet Christopher Angiolillo: CEO of Dunkin and Signify Ventures

00:52 Christopher's Journey: From Family Business to CEO

02:39 The Impact of Sports and Construction on Leadership

05:58 Franchisee Challenges and Strategies

10:26 Simplifying Management for Longevity

20:34 The Importance of Information and Exit Interviews

22:55 Creative Solutions for Employee Retention

24:03 The Importance of Conversations and Information

25:58 The Video Series: Concept and Execution

27:59 Balancing Technology and Human Interaction

29:26 Engaging Employees Through Social Media

32:31 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

34:35 Reflecting on the Conversation

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