Carl Jacobs

Carl Jacobs is the co-founder and CEO of Apicbase, playing a crucial role in the company's growth and success since it started in 2017. With a background in cultural management and significant managerial experience, Carl has guided Apicbase to become a prominent player in the food service industry. Beyond his work at Apicbase, Carl is a mentor at Birdhouse, a respected startup accelerator, where he supports new entrepreneurs. As a public speaker, he shares his expertise on management, growth strategies, and digital transformation in the food service sector, offering valuable insights. In his podcast The Food Service Growth Show, Carl interviews leaders in the restaurant industry. Carl holds a Master’s degree in Cultural Management from the University of Antwerp and a Master’s in Art History and Archaeology from the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. This combination of cultural and business knowledge allows Carl to address challenges with a creative and strategic approach, making him an effective leader in the industry.

Buy or Build Software? How Leading CIOs Make The Right Call For Their Restaurants

As your company grows and market demands evolve, your current systems may struggle to keep up. At this point, you're…

2 months ago

Why IT Projects Get Shelved: Securing Executive Buy-In for Tech Implementations in Enterprise Food Service Operations

Securing executive buy-in for digitalisation projects in large foodservice companies requires more than a solid business case. Over the years,…

7 months ago

Restaurant Digital Transformation—Embracing AI-Powered Management

Artificial intelligence (AI) and related technologies are transforming the way F&B operators in chains, hotels, and catering businesses work.  Advanced…

8 months ago

7 Restaurant Industry Trends for 2024 – Shifts in Business Models and Operational Strategies Explained

The restaurant industry is transitioning from a static and predictable environment to a dynamic and innovative one. Let’s unravel the…

9 months ago

Restaurant Expansion Strategy: How to Grow Your Concept Into a Foodservice Empire

You are running a couple of successful locations, and you’re working on a strategy to expand your restaurant business further.…

11 months ago

Letter from the CEO: Restaurant Industry, Are You Resilient?

We dedicate all our resources to helping restaurants minimise food waste and maximise profits. This goal aligns with our vision…

1 year ago

Why Digitisation Is Complicating Decision-Making In Restaurants

Slapping on technology isn’t a magic fix.  It isn’t the antidote to the challenges of the restaurant industry. In fact,…

1 year ago

Digital on the Surface, Dated at the Core: Why Your Restaurant’s Digital Transformation Is Missing the Mark  

Digitisation is more than introducing new technology; it requires a digital mindset – a new way of thinking that changes…

1 year ago

Secrets of Operational Excellence: How High-performing Restaurant Leaders Optimise Operations [and What They Do Differently]

As restaurants expand to multiple locations, the challenges operators face increase exponentially. They need to maintain consistency, provide excellent customer…

2 years ago