EVAN DUIGNAN: ALPHAMATED / SILVERWARE / STARTUPS

EVAN DUIGNAN: ALPHAMATED / SILVERWARE / STARTUPS

Author: Jeff Fell September 22, 2025 Duration: 41:27

Evan Duignan went from rolling silverware in a dish pit to rolling out an industry-shifting machine. In this episode, Evan shares the startup journey behind Roller Express, how automation is reshaping hospitality, and the surprising lessons he learned building AlphaMated from scratch. It’s a real conversation about innovation, grit, and solving problems that actually matter.


AlphaMated Website - https://www.alphamated.com

AlphaMated Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alphamated

Evan Duignan LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evan-duignan-125975b6


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Chef Jeff Fell hosts Fell Into Food Podcast, a series built on the idea that what happens behind the kitchen door is about far more than recipes. It’s a place for honest talk about the equipment, software, and supply chain logistics that form the backbone of today’s food service, alongside the personal journeys of the people who make it all function. These are discussions that dig into the practical realities of running a kitchen, the impact of new technologies, and the business acumen needed to thrive. Whether you’re developing products for chefs, teaching the next generation, or managing a restaurant group, this podcast offers a unique perspective from within the industry. You’ll hear from a range of voices-from line cooks to CEOs-all focused on the intersection of culinary tradition and necessary innovation. Tune in for a candid look at the systems and stories that define our modern relationship with food, all through the experienced lens of a chef who has been in the trenches. The conversations here are grounded in real-world experience, aiming to connect and inform anyone with a professional or deep personal interest in how food actually gets to the plate.
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