Building a Fast Casual Empire with the RASA Founders

From Spaghetti to Growth

📌Make sure to check out Rasa (Indi via https://www.rasa.co/

In this episode of the From Spaghetti to Growth podcast, host Seema Alexander interviews Sahil and Rahul, co-founders of Rasa, a fast-casual Indian restaurant chain. They delve into their transition from corporate careers to entrepreneurship, fueled by their immigrant backgrounds and family influences. The discussion covers strategic choices in location selection and funding, the effects of COVID-19, and maintaining a robust company culture. Additionally, they explore their innovative use of AI and technology to streamline operations. This episode offers valuable insights into resilience, innovation, and the dynamic challenges of the fast-casual dining industry.

👉 In this episode

(01:33) Meet the Co-Founders of Rasa

(01:53) The Vision Behind Rasa

(02:54) The Journey of Rasa's Co-Founders

(04:00) Cultural Perceptions and Indian Cuisine

(07:49) The Rise of Indian Culture

(12:34) From Corporate Jobs to Entrepreneurship

(23:13) Navigating the Pandemic

(29:05) Fundraising Challenges

(31:26) Investor Relations and Building in the Open

(32:48) Pitching and Brand Awareness

(34:07) First Restaurant Opening Challenges

(36:21) Choosing the Right Location

(39:11) Growth Strategy and Team Building

(44:14) Leadership and Company Culture

(53:30) Embracing Technology and AI

(01:00:42) Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

(01:05:08) Future Vision for Rasa

🌎Reach out to Sahil Rahman and Rahul Vinod

Sahil Rahman IG https://www.instagram.com/_sahilrahman/ LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahrahman Website https://sahilrahman.com/about/ Rahul Vinod LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/rahulvinod IG https://www.instagram.com/rvinod/?hl=en

🌎Reach out to Seema Ponda Alexander

Disruptive CEO Advisory https://www.disruptive.ceo/

LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seemaalexander

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✅ About Seema Alexander. Welcome to my channel, Seema Alexander"! I'm your host—Seema Alexander, President of Virgent AI, co-chair of DC Startup Week, and creator of the U.N.I.Q.U.E. MethodTM. In each episode of the From Spaghetti to Growth" podcast, I have unfiltered conversations with successful founders, CEOs, and experts.

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