In this conversation, David Goldstein, the Managing Partner at FoodTech Connect and Vice President of Growth at Franklin Junction, discusses his passion for food and technology. He shares his experience working in the food tech industry and the lessons he has learned from the hospitality scene.

David also talks about the future of dining and the impact of technology on the food experience. He shares his insights on living a remote life in Latin America and highlights the trends in food tech and startups. Finally, David provides tips for raising capital and shares his contact information.

Takeaways:
- The intersection of food and technology is an exciting space with opportunities for innovation and growth.
- Resilience is a key trait in the restaurant industry, both for operators and those working with restaurants.
- Technology, such as robotics and AI, is changing the way we dine and experience food, with automation and personalization becoming more prevalent.
- Latin America is a region with great potential for food tech startups, and there are many exciting projects and trends emerging in the industry.
- When raising capital, it is important to focus on the fundamentals of the business and demonstrate profitability and strong business metrics.

Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:31 David Goldstein's passion for Food and Technology and background
04:03 The evolution and learnings from UberEats
06:06 What is FoodTech Connect
08:30 Unexpected Learnings from the Industry
12:10 How Technology Changes the Restaurant Environment
17:13 Living abroad, the experience, and the difference
20:17 David Goldstein's interest as Venture Capitalist
23:41 Tips on how to raise capital
25:00 Where to find David Goldstein

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