Daniel Holmes Boardman

About the Author

Daniel Holmes Boardman is a seasoned entrepreneur and culinary expert with over two decades of experience in the restaurant industry, having successfully launched and managed multiple thriving eateries across the United States. A passionate advocate for aspiring restaurateurs, Boardman draws from his hands-on expertise to demystify the complexities of starting and running a food business. His practical insights stem from real-world challenges and triumphs, offering readers a roadmap to avoid common pitfalls and achieve sustainable success. In his acclaimed guide, Your First Restaurant - An Essential Guide: How to plan, research, analyze, finance, open, and operate your own wildly-successful eatery, Boardman provides comprehensive, step-by-step advice that empowers novices to turn their culinary dreams into profitable realities. Beyond writing, he consults for emerging food ventures and speaks at industry conferences on innovation in hospitality.