Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Foodservice, Revolutionizing the Foodservice Supply Chain through Data and Technology

Join us as we sit down with Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Technologies and a visionary transforming the food supply chain through technology. Starting as a Texas girl with a love for wine and music, Kim shares her fascinating transition from running a winery to pioneering product innovation at Starbucks, and later, enhancing shipping security with blockchain at TradeLens. Kim's tenure at Google shines through as she discusses the company's strategy to revolutionize data structuring for businesses big and small. Her excitement is infectious as we ponder the industry's 5 to 10-year horizon, brimming with data-driven tools that promise a level playing field. This episode illuminates the critical role of digitization and collaboration in the industry, showcasing Kim's unique blend of tech-savvy and operational expertise that's reshaping how we handle our food from farm to fork.Once Again, Thank You for tuning in to what proves to be an insightful discussion.Connect With the Host:David Maloni’s LinkedInConnect With Our Guest:Kim Spalding’s LinkedInConnect with Datum FS: https://datumfs.com/Timestamps02:13 - Who Is Kim Spalding? 05:16 - Blockchain Data 101 08:06 - Kim Narrates Her Journey To Cheetah Technologies13:07 - How The Restaurant Operations Business Differs From Other Establishments15:16 - Merging Tech And The Food Industry 16:54 - Cheetah Technologies’ Mission22:40 - How Does Cheetah Technologies Operate?25:39 - Cheetah Technologies And The Restaurateur 29:20 - Kim Details How Cheetah Technologies Benefits All Aspects Of The Food Service Industry34:37 - Cheetah Technologies And The Customer 37:37 - The Balancing Act: Tipping The Scales With The Leverage Of Distribution41:28 - The Future Of Cheetah Technologies46:36 - Wrapping Up!I’d like to introduce you to Datum Advisors, a new offering from Datum FS. Our team is composed of seasoned Food Supply Chain Executives from every sector. We stand ready to offer valuable advisory services for your company. Click here to find out more,