Hospitality Hangout
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The Restaurant Rabbi and The Finance Guy are the personalities behind branded strategic hospitality. Together they connect hospitality, technology, and capital. In the podcast, the Restaurant Rabbi and The Finance Guy explore exciting trends, happenings, and breakthroughs in hospitality technology. They will be chatting with leaders, marketers, and experts that are leading a new era of innovation.
Hospitality Hangout
4d ago
In this episode of The Rock My Restaurant Podcast, hosts Paul Barron and Tammy Billings are joined by special guest Alexia Penna, a seasoned multi-brand and multi-segment marketer from Eureka! Restaurants. Together, they delve into the restaurant industry's pressing issues and explore innovative strategies to overcome challenges and drive success.
Alexia shares her unique perspective on the current wage and employment crunch, offering valuable insights into navigating this complex issue. The discussion then shifts to the power of technology, particularly loyalty systems, and how restaurants ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
1w ago
In this episode of Rock My Restaurant, Paul and Tammy are joined by Bloomberg's renowned restaurant analyst Michael Halen. Together, they examine the current state of the restaurant industry and explore the potential obstacles that lie ahead.
Despite the consumer sentiment survey trending upward, the trio discusses how this metric may not accurately reflect diners' true sentiment. Michael shares his expert analysis on why traditional sentiment indicators might be misleading in today's complex economic landscape.
The conversation then shifts to the pressing issues of technology and labor, two ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
3w ago
In this episode, Paul Barron and Tammy Billings are joined by Chris Demery, the CTO of Blaze Pizza, a rapidly expanding fast-casual brand known for its focus on guest experience and innovative technology. The conversation dives deep into the strategies and insights behind building a stellar executive team to steer the company through its fast-paced growth. The discussion unfolds around three core areas:
Building a Start Executive Team:
The importance of assembling a team that combines expertise in foodservice with technology and innovation.
Strategies for attracting top talent in a competiti ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
1M ago
In this episode of Rock My Restaurant, we delve into the world of Web3 marketing with a fascinating case study: Glenlivet's recent foray into NFTs and AI.As the spirits industry experiences a slowdown, we explore how innovative brands adapt and push boundaries.Join us as we explore:
How Glenlivet is leveraging cutting-edge technology to market their 50-year-old whiskey collection in a competitive and saturated market.
The benefits and potential of Web3 marketing for brands, including:
Enhanced brand storytelling and engagement.
Reaching new and tech-savvy audiences.
Creating unique and ownab ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
1M ago
In this episode of Rock My Restaurant, Paul Barron and Tammy Billings co-host the visionary Geoff Alexander and his journey with Wow Bao, which has embarked on a transformative journey that redefined how diners interacted with restaurants. Wow Bao emerged as a trailblazer in the culinary world through a strategic blend of technology integration, and next gen technology.
Embracing Technological Advancements
Alexander recognized the potential of technology to enhance the dining experience and wasted no time in implementing groundbreaking solutions. Wow Bao became synonymous with convenience by ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
1M ago
In this episode of the Rock My Restaurant Podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing Aaron Noveshen, the CEO of Starbird Chicken. His brand is rapidly growing and is taking the foodservice industry by storm. In this interview, we explored the secrets behind their remarkable growth and whether technology can keep pace with their ambitious expansion plans.
The Starbirds Success Story: Starbird Chicken has become a household name in the fast casual sector, known for its delectable chicken offerings and unique dining experiences. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, t ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
2M ago
In this episode, Paul Barron and Paul Molinari shed light on one of the most successful loyalty programs to date. Surprisingly, it's not from a major brand or a fast-casual giant; instead, it's a new brand that's shaking things up with innovative approaches. Moreover, we'll explore the triumph of Starbucks' Odyssey and discuss the potential integration of Web3 strategies by McDonald's in gamification, consumer loyalty, and brand IP.
The New Paradigm in Foodservice Loyalty: Traditionally, foodservice loyalty programs have been dominated by industry giants, but times are changing. A new wave of ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
2M ago
On this episode of the Takeout, Delivery, and Catering podcast series, hosts TJ Schier and Sam Stanovich sit down with Elizabeth Baxter, the chief people officer of Torchy’s Tacos, to explore the taco business, crafting products and merchandise, and building a culture of caring.
Begun in a food trailer—with some advertising conducted on a Vespa—Torchy’s Tacos specializes in high quality, cooked-to-order tacos. With over 75 locations, the chain is committed to responsible sourcing, constant menu innovation, and hiring employees that reflect and reinvest in their communities.
“Every taco we se ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
2M ago
On this episode of the Takeout, Delivery, and Catering podcast series, hosts TJ Schier and Sam Stanovich sit down with Scott Taylor, the president and chief operating officer of Walk On’s, to explore recent off-premises trends and the importance of building culture and community.
This episode is sponsored by DAWN® PROFESSIONAL - Pot and Pan ..read more
Hospitality Hangout
2M ago
On this episode of the Takeout, Delivery, and Catering podcast series, hosts TJ Schier and Sam Stanovich sit down with Thom Crosby, the president of Pal's Sudden Service, to explore how to handle hiring, employee training, and managing your off-premise business ..read more