Phoenix Titan 100 – Akshat Sethi (2024)

Akshat Sethi’s journey to founding Thai Chili 2go, a fast-casual restaurant, is a testament to his deep-rooted passion for food, community and his commitment to providing cleaner options within the quick-service restaurant industry. Since its launch in 2013, Thai Chili 2go has quickly taken Arizona by storm, growing to over 16+ locations with eight new leases signed.

“Having been an entrepreneur for many years, I saw an opportunity to make a true impact,” said Sethi. “I bring with me a unique and innovative vision for bringing authentic Thai food to the masses while prioritizing quality, freshness and community every step of the way.”

Under Sethi’s leadership, the company has garnered recognition with awards such as Foodist’s Innovative Fast Bites, Best of Valley, Best of Phoenix and Best of Gilbert. He has led the company through adversity, driving growth and maintaining excellence in food service by achieving desirable unit economics in the ethnic quick-serve restaurant space.

Looking forward, Sethi said that he envisions Thai Chili 2go to become a household name. The firm has plans to leverage technology to enhance the guest experience through online ordering platforms, cutting-edge in-store kiosks, AI technology, custom-designed apps and innovative delivery options.