Supply Pay: From Pho to Fintech: Insights from TRA 2025 with William Steele

In this conversation, William Steele discusses his journey from the restaurant industry to founding Supply Pay, a platform designed to address cash flow issues in cross-border trade, particularly in the perishable goods sector. He shares insights on the importance of community, the challenges of running a family business, and the future vision for Supply Pay. The discussion highlights the significance of relationships, leadership, and the human element in entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for a purpose-driven culture in the restaurant industry.   00:00 Introduction to Supply Pay and Its Purpose 03:00 The Impact of Cross-Border Trade on Local Economy 05:56 William's Journey from Restaurant to Supply Pay 08:47 Building Supply Pay: The Story Behind the Business 11:56 Challenges and Opportunities in Cross-Border Transactions 14:50 The Importance of Community and Economic Growth 17:28 The Concept of Life Currency 18:50 Community and Family in the Restaurant Business 22:30 Challenges of Family Dynamics in Business 27:40 The Future of Supply Pay and Entrepreneurial Growth 31:38 Lessons from Influential Entrepreneurs 36:02 Creating a Purpose-Driven Culture in Restaurants   About us: Bob Lozano is the CEO of F&P Group, a company involved in restaurant management, commercial real estate, and digital marketing.  Coming from a family of franchise owners, he's a passionate entrepreneur who builds successful businesses and creates positive company cultures. Bob is dedicated to exceeding expectations and making a positive impact. Interested in starting, growing, or improving your work with multi-unit franchises? Learn more below. 💻 Watch now and start earning Life Currency 📚 Learn More: https://lifecurrencypodcast.com 👍 Follow Us On Facebook: https://facebook.com/lifecurrencypodcast 📸 Follow Us Instagram: https://instagram.com/lifecurrencypodcast/ 🎶 Follow Us TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@lifecurrencypodcast  🎙️Follow Us on Amazon Podcast: https://amzn.to/3XCgUID  🎧Follow Us on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/41uBoEf Subscribe to: FOOD & PEOPLE https://facebook.com/WeAreFoodAndPeople https://instagram.com/wearefoodandpeople https://tiktok.com/@wearefoodandpeople https://linkedin.com/company/wearefoodandpeople F&P BRANDS https://facebook.com/DQRGV https://instagram.com/fandpbrands/ https://tiktok.com/@fandpbrands BOB LOZANO https://instagram.com/bobl_fpg/ https://www.facebook.com/BobL.FPG