Running a restaurant can feel like a nonstop juggling act.

But what if you had a digital partner taking the paperwork off your plate?

Meet MarginEdge, the restaurant management platform bringing automation and real-time data to simplify back-of-house operations. In this episode, Jena Dunay talks with Roy Phillips, Co-Founder of MarginEdge, as they dig into the startup’s origin story, culture rooted in hospitality, and vision to make running a restaurant more enjoyable and efficient.

What you’ll learn:

• How MarginEdge solves real restaurant challenges with software automation
• The founding story born from firsthand experience in hospitality
• Building a culture of transparency, ownership, and teamwork
• What Roy looks for in candidates : attitude matters most
• Growth goals and how they keep a connected remote-friendly team energized

MarginEdge highlights:

Founded: 2015, after a chance meeting over coffee
Team Size: 283 employees based across the U.S.
HQ: Arlington, Virginia
Work Model: Remote-friendly with regular in-person gatherings
Culture: Hospitality-driven, transparent, and leadership-focused
Perks: Twice-weekly team lunches, lively office cafe, and company events

To learn more about MarginEdge:

• Careers Page (They're hiring!)
• Linkedin Page
• Roy's Profile