In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, hosts Michael Schatzberg (“the restaurant guy”) and Jimmy Frischling (“the finance guy”) sit down with Barry McGowan, CEO of Fogo de Chão, as part of the No Kid Hungry CEO Pledge miniseries.
Barry shares his journey from experiencing food insecurity as a teenager to leading one of the world’s most iconic Brazilian steakhouses. He reflects on how Fogo de Chão grew from 28 to more than 110 locations worldwide, the importance of investing in people, and the restaurant industry’s unique role in giving back to communities.
From leadership lessons to Fogo’s partnership with No Kid Hungry, Barry highlights how restaurants can serve more than food — they can carve a better future for employees, guests, and the communities they nourish.
