Radu Savopol
Co-founder of 5 TO GO
Radu Savopol is the co-founder of the 5 to go coffee shop chain, the most popular franchise in Romania and ranked 7th among European coffee shop chains. Since 2023, he has also held the position of President of HORA (Romanian Hospitality Organization).
A successful entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the HoReCa industry and an innovative approach in his field, Radu Savopol envisioned the development of the 5 to go business in 2015. The strategy he implemented transformed it into one of the most beloved Romanian brands, achieving remarkable growth across all dimensions—from the number of locations opened (currently 600+) to its impressive revenue figures.
The diversification of its portfolio, a pricing strategy aligned with Romanian consumers, innovation, consistency, market trend adaptability, and team strengthening are among the key elements of 5 to go’s success.
When it comes to managing the challenges of entrepreneurship, Radu Savopol will share his own approach to minimizing their impact and maximizing performance.
