Published Mar 24, 2020
Rapid Response: Danny Meyer on the wrenching decision to do layoffs
Danny Meyer, founder of Union Square Hospitality Group, delves into the tough decision to lay off 2,000 employees during the pandemic, highlighting resilience, strategic planning, and compassion as key elements in the restaurant industry's survival and the role of enlightened hospitality in crisis management.
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