From Dishwasher to World Champion: The Johnny D.F. Journey

In this episode, we sit down with Johnny Di Francesco, the powerhouse behind Melbourne’s 400 Gradi and a global authority in pizza craftsmanship and hospitality business strategy. From washing dishes at 12 to running a 7,000sqm manufacturing facility, Johnny breaks down the mindset, systems, and decisions that have shaped his success. You’ll get no fluff, just clear, tactical insights on:

• Building multi-site operations without losing control

• Why he licenses instead of franchising

• How he pivoted during COVID and scaled manufacturing fast

• The real reason systems matter more than hype

“If you don’t support yourself, no support network will help. Dream big, plan backwards, and move fast.” – Johnny Di Francesco