Ketchum’s Post

🌌 Have you ever pondered the untold tale of ketchup, a story that predates even the vast expanse of space itself? ✨ Long, long ago in the mid-18th century, ketchup was an adored treasure in England, its sweet and savory brown essence enchanting palates across the land. 🍅 But how did this ancient elixir of flavor evolve into the crimson tomato-based spectacle we relish today? 🤔 Delve into the enchanting narrative spun by Dan Kwartler, an odyssey that unravels the secrets of ketchup's transformation over the ages. 📜 So, have you ever pondered the historical tale behind the evolution of this beloved culinary companion? 🍔 The journey unfolds, revealing the origins and metamorphosis of ketchup, a humble yet mighty condiment that has journeyed from the annals of history to the heart of kitchens worldwide. 🌍 But what wonders will you uncover as you venture into this captivating saga? 💫 From its humble beginnings to its present-day embodiment, ketchup's tale is not just a story—it's a testament to the enduring spirit of reinvention and adaptation. 🌟 So, will you join the quest to uncover the flavorsome secrets of this timeless delicacy? 🚀 Uncover the untold history of ketchup and embrace the power of transformation within your own journey. 🌈 Challenge perceptions, ignite your passion, and become the protagonist of your own epic tale. 🌟 So, will you embark on this adventure with an appetite for knowledge and a heart set aglow with curiosity? 📚 Embark on your own odyssey of personal growth and empowerment. Visit us at https://lnkd.in/gUxjfrt7 for 30 days of social media posts that inspire, uplift, and empower you to conquer new frontiers in your digital existence. 🚀 Take the helm of your narrative and let your story resound across the cosmos! 🌌🚀 #KetchupHistory #CulinaryTales #EpicJourneys #PersonalEmpowerment #RedefineYourStory #DigitalOdyssey #ClaimYourNarrative

Our #office baking-competition is back. 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱? With a discussion among colleagues: Who makes the best brownies? 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴? Every couple of months we are hosting a bake-off in the office. We pick a special theme and 4-5 colleagues volunteer to contribute a dish. Colleagues from different teams and functions get together to try the food and pick their favorite. The winner receives highest appreciation and an invitation to defend their title at the next competition. Today's theme was: "Savory in three colors". #culture #employeeengagement #funatwork

We had such an amazing time at our Quartly Town Hall at The Ben Hotel! Sometimes, amidst our busy schedules, we overlook the importance of having FUN, bonding with each other, and reveling in our achievements. But not at Concord Hospitality Enterprises as FUN is one of our Cornerstones! One highlight of our recent town hall was theming it around the infectious energy of our GM, Bernardo Neto, and his trademark 'Bernardoisms'! Whether it's "You've gone down a Rabbit Hole," "I've gone down a Rabbit Hole," or our recent favorite, "This is America, I was told anything is possible," these phrases never fail to bring a smile to our faces and remind us to infuse FUN into everything we do. Let's make sure to never lose sight of the FUN, the passion, and the camaraderie that make our workplace truly special. As stated in the Concord Handbook, "We believe that happy associates make happy guests and we strive to instill a company culture where associates look forward to coming to work because they enjoy their co-workers, the challenges, and the atmosphere. At Concord, 'having fun' is about shining a spotlight on associates and putting the right processes in place to ensure an open, transparent, and enjoyable work environment." Cheers to celebrating success, embracing challenges, and having a ton of FUN along the way! #WorkHardPlayHard #funatwork #FUN

"Winner winner, chicken dinner!" used to echo through the halls of Las Vegas casinos. But unlike the lucky few hitting the jackpot, everyone wins with a seamless onboarding process and well-crafted training program. 🎰 So did Poule & Poulette, the ultimate destination for chicken aficionados, serving up poultry chicken dishes with a twist like never before. With 7 branches across #Belgium, Poule & Poulette set out to modernise their operations, personalise CEO communications, streamline colleague onboarding, and elevate training for both permanent and seasonal staff. 🐔 That's where #MobieTrain swooped in, orchestrating a strategic transformation for Poule & Poulette's employees. Providing ongoing support, we guided them from paper to digital. The reduced time spent on and completion time of the onboarding processes, along with the soaring engagement rates, prove that we can be proud of the egg we've laid together and the ideas we're still hatching. 🐣 👉 Look at the video to explore more. 🥚 https://lnkd.in/dgFDpdVz

𝗚𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱, 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀? What will it be—burgers, hot dogs, BBQ, or seafood? That depends on who you are, where you live, or how you like to celebrate those EXTRA days of responsible irresponsibility! Memorial Day signals the "official beach opening day." Or, since we live in Florida, it's the day the lifeguards are on duty full-time and the artsy beach shops, restaurants, and ice cream meccas open EARLIER. Grocery stores will be shopper chaos over BOGOs on hot dogs, buns, deli meat, and condiments.  Yes, I have more than one variety of mustard, mayo, ketchup, and hot sauce in the pantry/fridge at all times 𝗦𝗼, 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱? Shoppers will spend upwards of $7.7 billion this holiday preparing for family gatherings, and consumers will eat 818 million pounds of our favorite BBQ meats. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲? As analysts, we track these "season" to help our clients understand if their promotions are effective, if they have the right assortment with the "trendy flavors, colors, or ingredients," and if their shelf placement maximizes sales and minimizes out-of-stocks. Yes, Memorial Day week fast approaches, then July 4th, then Labor Day, and then summer and the season is over. 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿, 𝘄𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀, 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 "𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻." Have a great Memorial Day weekend, folks, and please don't forget WHY we have this holiday. Thanks to the men & women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Rock on, folks, #MemorialDay #HolidayShoppingTrends #CategoryManagement #CatmanAnalytics

Steak & Bake. Simple gesture but something that happens often to show appreciation for our workforce is a spot cookout. ⁠ ⁠ Sometimes it's to recognize a major accomplishment...but many times it's just a simple "Thank You" for raw execution of the fundamentals. How you do anything is how you do everything. ⁠ ⁠ #TheDDSCompanies #BuiltinBoots #DDSCompanies

Have you noticed the changes in berries pricing? 🍓 As a relatively commoditized industry, Driscoll's has changed their pricing strategy via. taste differentiation (i.e., Sweetest Batch). In this way, they are able to use outcome-based pricing to set themselves apart from key competitors. Watch this week's Pricing Weekly episode to learn more about this strategy and the benefits it can bring. https://lnkd.in/gZepMbxf

We're back with another Pricing Weekly episode. This week we discuss some more unique pricing strategies like outcome-based pricing using differentiation. Tune in to hear for yourself!

Laura Chen, CFP® will be hosting an informative and highly relevant lunch-and-learn to discuss the benefits of investing in private equity and to catch up with professionals in her network at Fresco's by Scotto in Midtown on Thursday June 6th. Please let Lauren know if you would like to join her! See her post, below. #tgif #investmentprivateequity #financialplanning

🏢 Minnesota's Culinary Giants: Feeding and Employing the State 🏢 Restaurants are the 4th largest private sector employer in Minnesota! This isn’t just about numbers; it’s about the role that every restaurant plays in building and sustaining our economy. 🌟🍽️ The industry’s size and scope mean that adopting new technologies and methodologies can significantly affect our overall economic health and workforce happiness. 📊💡 🤔 Reflection: How can we leverage technology to better support our restaurant workforce? #MinnesotaEconomy #WorkforceDevelopment #RestaurantIndustry #TechInnovation #EconomicEngine