Rich Butler, Head of Culture and People at Peachtree Partners and former VP of Talent Management at Papa John’s, shares his journey from pizza delivery driver to executive leadership in this episode of Hourly. With 25 years at Papa John’s and experience transitioning to IHOP, Rich provides insights on career growth, adaptability, and the critical role of retention in building strong teams. He discusses the challenges of staffing different restaurant models, strategies for keeping employees engaged, and lessons learned from coaching his eight children through their first jobs. This conversation offers valuable takeaways for business leaders, HR professionals, and anyone focused on creating a thriving workplace culture.
