In this episode of Coffee Talk, Justin Mullen sits down with Chris Brady, Owner & Co-Founder of Timber Pizza, to discuss the evolution of leadership, accountability, and culture required to scale a beloved local brand.

Chris shares his journey from launching a mobile wood-fired pizza truck to growing Timber Pizza into a multi-location, multi-state brand. He reflects on lessons learned from early hustle, trusting and developing teams, and the transition from working in the business to working on the business.

The conversation dives into leadership style, franchising strategy, and the role of structured systems—like EOS—in driving alignment, accountability, and sustainable growth. Chris also discusses scaling culture across markets, selecting the right partners, navigating industry headwinds, and balancing entrepreneurship with family life as a new father.

This episode offers practical insights for founders, operators, and leaders focused on building teams, preserving culture, and growing with intention.