Episode 17
It's all about the people
Craig Culver, co-founder of Culver's, dishes the background on butter burgers and frozen custard and provides insight on what has been critical to his company's success and continued growth.
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Episode Notes
2:49 – Culver's
3:57 – The Perfect Burger
5:20 – Unusual Burgers
7:33 – Custard
12:58 – Craig Culver Joins the Show
14:53 – All About the People
17:30 – Nearing 1000 Good Restaurants
21:15 – Core Values
26:36 – History of the Butter Burger
33:17 – Customer Loyalty
35:06 – The Drive Through
37:17 – Custard Machines
41:02 – Finding Flavors
43:23 – Start-Up Challenges
46:54 – Thank You, Farmers
48:44 – 1984: Starting Culver's
53:49 – Work / Life Balance
56:53 – New and Exciting Things
59:47 – Craig’s Inspirational Quote