A Restauranteur's Advice for Building a Successful Brand

In this inspiring episode of Journeys to the Summit, host Ilya Zlotnik sits down with Chicago entrepreneur and restaurateur Dimitri Syrkin-Nikolau, the founder of Dimo’s Pizza and upcoming Southport Betty's. From crafting experimental slice combos to creating face shields during COVID, Dimitri's entrepreneurial spirit is as creative as it is resilient.In This Episode: How an 8-year-old with a BB pencil prototype grew into a business owner with five restaurant locations.-Launching a pizzeria at age 22 in the middle of a financial crisis.-Navigating burnout, stepping away—and coming back stronger.-Building a people-first culture that nurtures entrepreneurs and long-time staff.-Using technology to build a competitive advantage in restaurant operations.-Why stability—not just growth—is the next summit for this founder.Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just love a good origin story, Dimitri's candid insights on creativity, resilience, and risk-taking will leave you inspired.Watch now and subscribe to Journeys to the Summit for more stories from business builders who took the leap and carved their own paths to the top.Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode of Journeys to the Summit!#JourneysToTheSummit #EntrepreneurialInsights #DimosPizza