Mohammad Farraj | The Shrimp Tank S7 E372

Season 7 | Episode 372 This week on The Shrimp Tank, we sit down with Mohammad Farraj, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Talkin’ Tacos, to discuss their entrepreneurial journey, business insights, lessons learned, and the experiences that helped shape their success. The Shrimp Tank is produced in collaboration with the Florida Atlantic Entrepreneurship Institute at the Florida Atlantic University College of Business in Boca Raton, Florida. About The Guest: Mohammad “Mo” Farraj is an entrepreneur, trained dentist, and Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Talkin’ Tacos, the restaurant brand he built alongside childhood friend Omar Al-Massalkhi. Leading the company’s marketing, Farraj combines a hands-on approach to business with an understanding of how to build a brand that people connect with. He was also recognized by the South Florida Business Journal as a 40 Under 40 honoree. His entrepreneurial foundation began long before Talkin’ Tacos. Working from a young age to help support his family, Farraj later managed his father’s business while completing college and earning his doctorate in dentistry. Balancing those responsibilities taught him the discipline, adaptability, and resourcefulness that continue to shape his leadership. Over the past six years, Farraj and Al-Massalkhi have opened over 35 Talkin’ Tacos locations, growing the brand from its South Florida roots into new markets across the country. Farraj has helped drive that expansion through marketing, storytelling, and community connections that generate excitement and introduce the brand to new audiences. For Farraj, success extends beyond opening restaurants. Rooted in family and a commitment to giving back, he helps champion Talkin’ Tacos’ support of local charities and youth organizations. His approach reflects the values that shaped his own journey: work hard, build meaningful relationships, and create opportunities to make a positive impact. About The Shrimp Tank: The Shrimp Tank is the first podcast in the world fully integrated into a university course curriculum, filmed at the Florida Atlantic University College of Business in Boca Raton, Florida. Each episode brings 30–40 entrepreneurship students into the studio to engage directly with CEOs, founders, and successful business leaders through live discussions and on-air questions. This immersive experience bridges the gap between classroom learning and the real world, creating opportunities for internships, mentorships, job offers, and meaningful professional connections. #TheShrimpTank #Entrepreneurship #BusinessPodcast #FAU