Why Do Companies Think Treating Employees Fairly Is Bad Business? John Pepper at TEDxNortheasternU

John Pepper knows business--and he knows businesses both can and must treat their people well.

John Pepper is the Chairman and former CEO of Boston burrito chain Boloco, which he founded 17 years ago. They have 22 restaurants and over 400 team members serving globally inspired burritos, bowls, smoothies and shakes. The company aims to positively impact the lives and futures of our people through bold and inspired food and practices by building a culture that goes above and beyond to delight its guests. Boloco is 2 Star Certified by the Green Restaurant Association and continually strives to improve its environ-mentality.

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