Bill Gates Told These Authors AI Is More Important Than The PC

Adam Brotman and Andy Sack, co-founders of Forum3, have spent years exploring the intersection of technology and business. Now, with their new book AI First: The Playbook for a Future-Proof Business and Brand, they share insights on how AI is transforming industries—especially the restaurant world. As thought leaders and entrepreneurs, they’re helping operators adapt to a new tech-driven reality.

Watch now to learn about their book on AI, its future in our world, and its impact on restaurants.

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Chapters:
[05:22] - Writing The Book
[11:30] - The Quote That Went Viral
[14:15] - Lessons From Bill Gates
[23:35] - Waiting On The Pope
[34:05} - Overcoming AI Fears

Episode Links:
AI First: The Playbook for a Future-Proof Business and Brand: https://www.amazon.com/AI-First-Playbook-Future-Proof-Business/dp/1647829658

Adam Brotman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambrotman/

Adam Brotman X: https://x.com/adambrotman

Andy Sack LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/andysack

Andy Sack X: @AndySack

Forum3 Online: https://www.forum3.com/

Key Takeaways:
Embracing AI for Growth: Adam Brotman and Andy Sack believe that embracing AI is not just an option but a necessity for any restaurant business that wants to thrive in a rapidly changing industry.

Using Technology to Stay Competitive: As restaurants face labor shortages and changing consumer habits, investing in technology is no longer a luxury. Brotman and Sack highlight how AI tools can help operators stay ahead.

The “Oh Shit Moment” That Changes Everything: From predictive analytics to labor management, AI is already reshaping the restaurant business. Brotman and Sack share the moment they realized just how transformative AI would be.

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ABOUT ADAM BROTMAN AND ANDY SACK —
Adam Brotman and Andy Sack, co-founders and co-CEOs of Forum3, bring over 50 years of combined experience in digital innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship. Together, they’ve launched groundbreaking platforms, from Brotman’s work on Starbucks’ mobile payment and loyalty system to Sack’s leadership at Techstars Seattle. With deep expertise in the restaurant industry and a shared passion for AI’s transformative potential, they co-authored AI First: The Playbook for a Future-Proof Business and Brand, a comprehensive guide to integrating AI into every facet of business.

ABOUT RESTAURANT INFLUENCERS —
Restaurant Influencers is a weekly video podcast series presented by Entrepreneur Media and Cali BBQ Media. Every week host and restaurant owner Shawn Walchef (@shawnpwalchef) talks with business leaders like Shaquille O’Neal, Rob Dyrdek, Emeril Lagasse, Mayim Bialik, Jon Taffer, Robert Irvine, Toast co-founder Aman Narang, and more, about their secrets to Smartphone Storytelling, marketing, branding, and how to show up where customers are engaging online.

Published by Entrepreneur Media - https://entreprenuer.com
Produced by Cali BBQ Media - https://betheshow.media

SPONSORS:

RESTAURANT INFLUENCERS IS PRESENTED BY TOAST —
Restaurant Influencers is brought to you by Toast, the powerful restaurant point of sale and management system that helps restaurants improve operations, increase sales and create a better guest experience.

• Toast All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc

THIS EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY NEXT INSURANCE —
NEXT offers the policies you need for the different types of risk that come with operating and Food Service business. You’ll find it easy to design the coverage that’s right for you. See why 600,000+ U.S. businesses trust NEXT for small business insurance.

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