Outrunning the Big Guys: The Hustle to WIN | Chris Heffernan

In this engaging podcast episode, Chris Heffernan shares his entrepreneurial journey from a cheesesteak lover to the founder of a successful delivery service. He discusses the challenges of starting a business, the importance of taking action, and how he navigated competition from larger companies. Chris emphasizes the significance of partnerships, transparency, and a strong company culture in scaling his business. He also highlights the role of technology in managing operations and training, while sharing insights on future growth and adaptation in a rapidly changing market.

Special Guest:
Chris Heffernan is the Founder and CEO of dlivrd, a last-mile delivery platform operating across the U.S. and Canada. With a background in the gig economy and a passion for restaurant tech, Chris has scaled  dlivrd by blending AI innovation with human-first leadership. His mission? To empower restaurant operators and independent drivers through transparency, 
efficiency, and community-driven service.

Chapters:
00:00: The Cheesesteak Inspiration
02:51: From Idea to Action
05:59: Navigating Competition
08:56: Scaling Through Partnerships
11:58: Building a Transparent Culture
15:01: Training and Growth Strategies
17:58: Future Vision and Adaptation

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https://dlivrd.io/
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