Meet Shawn Halwani, the founder of Halwani's Pizza and Stromboli in Columbus, Ohio, who turned his passion for pizza into an award-winning pizzeria brand known for its bold, international flavors like Tandoori Chicken Pizza and Moroccan Shrimp Pizza. Overview: In this episode, Vince sits down with Shawn Halwani to explore his remarkable journey from a tech career to building Halwani’s Pizza and Stromboli, which has been delighting Columbus, Ohio with creative global recipes since 2010. Shawn shares his inspiring story of growing up in Saudi Arabia, pursuing higher education in the U.S., and navigating the challenges of launching a pizzeria in a competitive market. Discover how Shawn turned his love for international cuisines into unique pizza creations that resonate with his diverse community and how he plans to take Halwani's global, with local (Hilliard and Dublin, Ohio) and international expansions. Packed with inspiration, humor, and a passion for pizza, this episode is a must-listen for foodies, pizza lovers, and aspiring entrepreneurs alike.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XEzC432k_Js

🍕 Follow Halwani's Pizza:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/halwanis_pizza
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HalwanisPizza

Locations:

• 1453 Ida Ave, Columbus, OH 43212, United States
• 5425 Roberts Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026, United States
• 5837 Sawmill Rd, Dublin, OH 43017, United States

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