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Join On-the-Cheap and fill more seats

Partner with On-the-Cheap & Fill More Seats

Join a data-driven platform that connects your restaurant with customers actively seeking great deals—backed by proven research expertise and strategic innovation.

👋 Meet the Founder

Education
PhD in Psychology
Experience
15+ Years Research
Expertise
Data Analytics
Focus
Consumer Behavior

Why Restaurant Owners Choose On-the-Cheap

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Data-Driven Insights

Built by a research scientist who understands consumer psychology and buying patterns. Get analytics that actually help you make smarter business decisions.

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Fill Slow Times

Attract customers during off-peak hours with targeted deals. Turn empty tables into revenue without sacrificing your prime-time profits.

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Reach Ready Buyers

Connect with customers who are actively looking for dining deals right now—not passive browsers. These are motivated buyers ready to visit your restaurant.

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Strategic Growth

Leverage proven enrollment management strategies adapted from higher education. I've driven measurable growth at multiple institutions—now applied to restaurants.

Built on Real Expertise, Not Just Tech

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Research Foundation

Published researcher in peer-reviewed journals with expertise in human behavior and decision-making

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Data Analytics

15+ years building data systems, analyzing trends, and turning insights into actionable strategies

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Strategic Planning

Led enrollment growth and retention initiatives—proven methods now applied to customer acquisition

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User Experience

Professional UX researcher who understands what makes people click, engage, and convert

Proven Track Record of Driving Results

National Program Director:Led research and evaluation for 20+ city programs, implementing data systems that drove measurable improvements and secured continued funding
Institutional Research Director:Built enrollment forecasting models and strategic plans that helped institutions meet/exceed growth goals
User Experience Researcher:Conducted consumer research for tech companies, designing experiences that drive engagement and conversion
Multi-Venture Entrepreneur:Founder of Apollo Analytics (research consulting), Decisive Element Peak Performance (coaching), and On-the-Cheap (consumer tech)
Published Thought Leader:Multiple peer-reviewed publications on human behavior, creativity, and decision-making—research that informs platform design

Ready to Fill More Seats?

Join forward-thinking restaurants using data-driven strategies to increase traffic during slow times.

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Dr. Scott R. Furtwengler

Founder & CEO, On-the-Cheap

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