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Springfield, MO
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Springfield, MO
Then: Co-owner in several ventures, including Big Whiskey’s and Parlor 88
Now: Co-owner and senior vice president of operations, Big Whiskey’s
This entrepreneur has settled in on a single concept.
In 2010, Paul Sundy was involved in myriad restaurant ventures, including Parlor 88 Lounge & Eatery and the now defunct Fedora Social House.
It was Big Whiskey’s that would ultimately prove to be a boon for Sundy and his business partners. He’s now focused solely on the nine-restaurant venture with more, including franchisees, on the way.
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