The Outsider's Advantage: How Dan Simpson Transformed Taziki's Through Fresh Perspective

The Inspired Stories Podcast · Oct 7, 2025 · 1h 1m · transcript

🎙️ From Healthcare Tech to Mediterranean Innovation: Dan Simpson's Journey Building Taziki's Culture

In this inspiring episode, Dan Simpson, CEO of Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe, shares his unconventional path from healthcare technology to leading a 109-location restaurant chain dedicated to authentic Mediterranean cuisine and elevated hospitality. After successfully scaling healthcare companies and launching technology ventures, Dan joined Taziki's as Chief Innovation Officer before transitioning to CEO—a rare career arc that brought fresh perspective to traditional restaurant operations…