On the Verge of Doing Something with Virgie Van Horst

Experience Curve with Joe Steele

In this episode of Experience Curve with Joe Steele, we sit down with Virgie Van Horst, the dynamic owner of Bomb Hoagie. We delve into her inspiring entrepreneurial journey, exploring the triumphs and challenges she faced in navigating the treacherous landscape of the restaurant industry during the pandemic.

From adapting to the ever-changing circumstances to maintaining the essence of her brand, Virgie shares her insights and strategies for overcoming obstacles. Tune in to learn how she successfully steered her business through adversity and discover her exciting plans for the future of Bomb Hoagie and her other brands.

Bomb Hoagie: https://www.bombhoagie.com/ Connect with Virgie on LinkedIn

01:15 - What led Virgie to the Entrepreneurship

04:50 - “So, how’d I end up with a restaurant?!”

10:55 - Working on the Right Thing at the Right Time

13:30 - “We grow through adversity”

16:20 - Taking Over Bomb Hoagie

25:00 - Going All in On Quality

31:30 - “No business is JUST a brick and mortar business anymore”

38:45 - Reintroducing a Brand During COVID

41:15 - Mastering Digital Hospitality

47:15 - Infusing Flavor into the Business Plan

50:55 - Behemoth Burger

55:00 - Building a Tougher Skin

58:45 - Making Friends Through the Serving

1:01:45 - “You are where you should be”

1:06:00 - Scaling the business

1:08:30 - Follow Virgie & Bomb Hoagie online