The Hospitality Hangout
The Hospitality Hangout
Join Michael Schatzberg aka Schatzy (The Restaurant Guy) and Jimmy Frischling (The Finance Guy) on The Hospitality Hangout as they explore hospitality, food service, and investment trends while connecting with industry leaders. Each week, receive insider insights and funny stories that shape the hospitality landscape. They live at the intersection of hospitality, food service, technology, and investment, connecting the biggest players and boldest ideas shaping the industry. Each week, they serve up funny, informative, and wildly entertaining conversations with the insiders who are leading a new era of hospitality. From emerging brands and breakthrough tech to industry trends and restaurant success stories, no topic is off the table. It’s where the who’s who of hospitality hangs out – packed with expert insights, laugh-out-loud moments, and must-know trends that keep you ahead of the game. 🍽️ Tune in, grab a drink, and let’s talk shop! 🚀
April 1, 2025

Behind the BIG Deal: This Is What Success in Hospitality Looks Like

In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by Gregg Majewski and Josh Halpern to explore Big Chicken’s exciting move to join Craveworthy Brands.

Big Chicken Joins Craveworthy Brands – Here’s What No One Else Is Telling You! On this episode of Hospitality Hangout, we explore the latest hospitality trends, strategies, and brand experiences with industry leaders Gregg Majewski and Josh Halpern. They take us behind the scenes of Big Chicken’s exciting move to join the Craveworthy Brands portfolio, breaking down how the deal came together and what it means for the future of the restaurant industry.

We discuss the business strategies driving this partnership, how it will influence restaurant transformation, and what operators can learn from this type of brand expansion. From growth acceleration and operational efficiencies to market positioning and hospitality insights, this episode is packed with key takeaways for industry professionals looking to stay ahead.

Join us as we connect the players shaping the future of hospitality and uncover what’s next for Big Chicken, Craveworthy Brands, and the broader restaurant landscape.

Episode Credits:

  • Produced by: Branded Hospitality Media
  • Hosted by: Michael Schatzberg, JImmy Frischling
  • Producer: Julie Zucker
  • Creative Director: Adam Levine
  • Show Runner: Drewe Raimi
  • Post Production: Three Cheers Creative

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