SBP#26 Chris Joyner | Protecting a 100-Year-Old Business in Wake Forest

Some businesses are built to sell. Others are built to last.In this episode, Randy sits down with Chris Joyner, owner of Shorty’s Hot Dogs — the oldest continuously operating business in Wake Forest. Shorty’s has survived over a century of change, including World Wars, the Great Depression, suburban expansion, fast food chains, and COVID — all while refusing to change what made it work.Chris shares the history of the restaurant, how Wake Forest has evolved over the years, and why they still use the same 100-year-old grill, bun steamer, recipes, and brands. No renovations. No reinvention. Just consistency.This conversation is about legacy, stewardship, and the discipline required to build something that outlives you.