Our team loves to travel. Exploring new and exciting locations. Getting inspired by traditional and modern architecture. Meeting locals and getting to know their culture. Keeping our eyes open in order to discover the next great restaurant design & business … read more
Depending on whom you ask, the cell phone is either the best or the worst thing that ever happened to our society. While their proliferation in our culture is unprecedented by connecting us, plugging us in from afar, and providing … read more
We are proud to announce that VSAG Founder Dan Simons has been named EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year 2018 for the mid-Atlantic region. Dan was recognized for his development of VSAG and as co-owner of Farmers Restaurant Group. Immersed in the daily … read more
Out in front of topics he’s passionate about is where we usually find our very own Dan Simons. Inspired to combat the fact that: We use 500 million straws per day in the U.S. (yes, 500 million!), Dan recently launched … read more
What’s the secret to successful, unique restaurant concepts? Developing concise strategies that speak to your vision and thread effortlessly throughout your brand are key. For insight on restaurant business concepts that work, we went straight to our in-house source, Dan … read more
A topic our team wanted to explore and answer for our clients, and prospective clients. What is a restaurant consultant? How do you become a restaurant consultant? What does a restaurant consultant’s typical day look like? And maybe the most … read more
Sure, we all aim to win. But, if you’ve had any success in this industry, chances are you’ve also lost. And if you’re really smart, you’ve learned the most from the losses. We’re here to turn the tables on those … read more
Our restaurant consultants are always on the lookout for new business opportunities to broaden our scope. With our home base in Washington, D.C. we are in the unique position of being steeped in such a culturally diverse city, allowing us … read more
Success comes in many shapes and sizes. In the hospitality industry, it means serving the best food and drink you can, in a welcoming space guests want to revisit, and fostering positive relationships… one guest, purveyor, and team member at … read more
As co-owner in VSAG client Farmers Restaurant Group’s growing Founding Farmers farmer-owned brand of restaurants, Dan Simons is asked to represent VSAG and our clients on a regular basis. Dan loves getting involved and participating in restaurant and hospitality industry conversations … read more