Rich Valway, CEO of Culinary Services Group
Rich Valway, CEO of Culinary Services Group, shares his thoughts on leadership and business.
- Mentor & Inspiration: His grandfather, who was passionate about food and service, inspired him to pursue a career in the culinary industry.
- Biggest Surprise in Leadership: The complexity of navigating uncertainty, but building a strong team has given him optimism for the future of his business and industry.
- Key Leadership Lesson: Trust your people.
- Best Leadership Decision: Promoting a junior leader with potential rather than hiring externally. She has since excelled and significantly impacted the organization.
- Worst Business Decision: Investing in a restaurant without a clear vision, leading to customer confusion. The lesson: focus on a niche and be great at one thing rather than trying to do too much.
- Excitement for the Future: Leveraging technology and innovation to transform the dining experience in senior living and healthcare, setting a new industry standard.
- Advice for Entrepreneurs: Find your passion and purpose. Success comes from believing in what you do, not just focusing on making money.
His insights emphasize the importance of trusting your team, having a clear business vision, and staying true to your passion for long-term success.
