Episode 437: Kevin Cooper of Chicken Guy! - Philadelphia, PA. Balancing FAITH + FITNESS + Culinary World. Winner Winner Chicken [FRANCHISE] Dinner. From the Military to Food Network Star and CHAMPION.

Welcome to another episode of the JUSTIN AND THE [FOOD] ENTREPRENEURS Show, hosted by Justin Bizzarro. This episode features the inspiring journey of Kevin Cooper, a Philadelphia native, who transitioned from military life to a thriving career in the culinary world. Kevin shares his story of growing up in a challenging environment, serving 13 years in the army, and eventually finding his passion in food service.

Kevin’s journey is a testament to the power of discipline, perseverance, and faith. From attending culinary school to starting his own catering company and winning shows on the Food Network, Kevin has continually pushed forward despite obstacles. He emphasizes the importance of seeking education and experience, the valuable lessons learned from his time in the military, and the role of mentors in his culinary career.

Throughout the episode, Kevin highlights how fitness, faith, and leadership are integral to his success, both personally and professionally. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of owning a franchise, the significance of building strong teams, and the continuous journey of self-improvement and entrepreneurship.

Kevin’s story is one of transformation, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, offering valuable insights and inspiration to aspiring entrepreneurs and chefs alike.

 

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Who is Justin Ryan Bizzarro? – Justin Bizzarro is a serial food, restaurant, technology, media and marketing entrepreneur, who helped build a 24-year-old group of food and restaurant related businesses, he created with his father and business partners out of his family’s basement, in 1998. He is a highly desired business management, personal and athlete growth, free market, food diversity, and entrepreneurial leadership speaker. Justin’s expertise are in human growth, motivation, leadership and management development, health foods and beverages, global lean manufacturing facilities, vertically integrating businesses, food marketing and advertising, supply chain creation and management, direct to consumer fulfillment, transportation and distribution, personal brand building, restaurant development and construction, and entrepreneur acceleration. Justin received his BA in International Business and Management from Dickinson College, in 2002, and his MBA from University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, in 2014. He is currently pursuing his Master of Divinity in Leadership from Denver Seminary. His leadership and entrepreneur podcasts have positively impacted millions of people across the globe.

 

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