Stan Chia is the CEO of Vivid Seats, a publicly traded online ticket exchange and resale company. Prior to Vivid Seats, Stan previously served as the COO of Grubhub. Stan was born in Singapore and served in the Singapore army after high school before starting his business career.
Sean Riley is the Founder & CEO of DUDE Products, which was founded in 2011 in Chicago, IL. Sean sat down to discuss his approach to being the CEO, their creative marketing strategies, and how they are looking to take over the toilet paper industry.
Meet Michael Osanloo, CEO of Chicago’s iconic fast-casual restaurant Portillo’s. Michael has managed the company through tumultuous times, including a successful IPO and record-high inflation. We get insight about his journey to this role, his core values and his vision for an “appropriately aggressive” expansion of the chain. Last but not least, we sit down for a bite and learn a few secrets about the signature italian beef sandwich. Order up!
Welcome to The CEO Series, where we profile top business leaders about their companies, their journeys, and the evolving nature of their roles. You’ll hear inside stories across a wide range of industries — from athletics and entertainment to hospitality, technology, and consumer goods. The show is hosted by Will Salvi, co-founder and Executive Producer at Salvi, an executive communication and content agency based in Chicago. Currently in its third season, the series was recently recognized with an Emmy award. Learn more at SalviMedia.com