Entries by Phoenix3 Collective

Accountability Will Define the Next Decade of Senior Living Dining

For decades, senior living executives have treated dining much like other amenities such as fitness or activities —  important to daily life but not consistently measured. Operators relied on intuition, occasional feedback and the belief that great culinary service was more art than science. However, as senior living communities evolve and residents and their families bring […]

Creating Momentum: A Founder’s Guide to Branding

Every industry, no matter how established, has room for brands bold enough to break the mold and redefine what great looks like. The ones that rise aren’t always the biggest; they’re the ones brave enough to think differently, act differently, and show up with purpose. That truth was on full display at the recent LeadingAge […]

Phoenix3 Rebrands to Bring Culinary, Hospitality Companies Under One Umbrella

When Phoenix3 launched in 2023, its mission was to identify innovative, underleveraged investment opportunities and provide resources to enable them to grow. Since then, the company has found success by embedding experienced leadership teams into its portfolio companies, owning and operating the businesses it invests in, and actively managing day-to-day performance. Read full post on […]

The Power of Moving Fast and Thinking Big

Throughout my career, I’ve taken advantage of opportunities to build and invest in high-potential companies. When we launched Phoenix3 Holdings, the intent was clear: identify innovative, underleveraged business opportunities where our leadership team has expertise, and add value as a strategic growth partner. But something unexpected happened along the way. We didn’t just invest. We […]

A Conversation with Ross Dickmann. A Unique Perspective on Senior Living Dining from an Operator’s Point of View. See the Video Podcast Below.

It’s been a busy few months at Phoenix3 Holdings as we grow our team, refine our focus, and build a cohesive culture across our operating companies. These are all critically important aspects of growth for any new venture, and, as a repeat founder, I am laser-focused on leveraging my past experiences to maximize our successes. If […]

Former Guckenheimer CEO Paul Fairhead to Drive Infuse Hospitality’s Ambitious New Expansion in the New World of Corporate Dining.

Phoenix3 Holdings just acquired a controlling interest in Infuse Hospitality, and Paul Fairhead, last seen at his tenure at Guckenheimer, is bringing his knack of grasping the ever-changing corporate dining experience, where, as he says, “if you’re not evolving, you’re dying on the vine.” Read the full post here…

Phoenix3 Holdings Acquires Controlling Interest in Infuse Hospitality

BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Phoenix3 Holdings today announced the acquisition of a controlling interest in Infuse Hospitality, LLC, a national operator of elevated workplace dining and amenity services. The investment strengthens Phoenix3 Holdings’ growing collection of boutique culinary and hospitality companies. In conjunction with the acquisition, Paul Fairhead, former CEO of Guckenheimer, has been named Chief Executive Officer of […]

The Founder’s Guide to Making Tough Decisions

Serial founders understand a fundamental truth: the faster you make difficult decisions, the better off your company will be. The phrase “fail fast” isn’t just about pivoting — it’s about recognizing when something isn’t working and having the courage to act. Making tough calls is like anything else: the first time is the hardest, but […]

The Anatomy of a Challenger Brand

Founders are generally wired to seize opportunities. To build a better mousetrap, invent something new, expand a market. Yet certain new ventures tackle opportunities in a way that completely disrupts the status quo and, as a result, they earn the distinction of being known as a challenger brand. As we continue to build Phoenix3 Holdings […]