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Why small restaurant chains have the advantage

In its latest episode, "A Deeper Dive" provides highlights from the growth-oriented Restaurant Directions conference.
Scott Mitchell

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Small chains and independents are gaining more share in the current restaurant market as consumers look for new experiences and spread their money around.

The newest episode of Restaurant Business' podcast, "A Deeper Dive," comes from Restaurant Directions, our conference in Nashville aimed at these chains, and explores why these companies have an advantage.

Restaurant Business Executive Editor Jonathan Maze talks with Sarah Lockyer, Winsight's senior vice president of content, about the issues discussed at the conference. In addition, we bring some of the best quotes from the three-day event.

Please have a listen.

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