On this episode of Hospitality On The Rise, host Alice Cheng is joined by hospitality powerhouse Jeff Benjamin—a key architect of Philadelphia’s rise as a culinary destination, and the guiding force behind beloved brands like Vetri and Federal Donuts.

From bussing tables as a teenager to scaling restaurant empires and writing from the heart, Jeff shares the pivotal moments, surprising turns, and hard-earned lessons that have shaped his 30+ year journey.

Tune in as he reflects on the entrepreneurial itch that changed everything, why “taking the meeting” is his golden rule, and how staying rooted in people and purpose continues to drive his next chapter.

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