Episodes
Jan. 21, 2025
Part 1: Cracking the Code of Supply Chain Success
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by Amer Akhtar, CEO of iTrade Network, to kick off their three-par Supply Chain Superstars Series sponsored by Foodbuy.com.
Jan. 14, 2025
Big Moves in Hotel F&B: Jason Himber’s Vision at Mina Group
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy”, are joined by Jason Himber, CEO of Mina Group.
Jan. 7, 2025
The #1 Burger in the Universe! Habit Burger Crushes the Burger Wars
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” sit down with Shannon Hennessy, CEO of Habit Burger & Grill.
Dec. 31, 2024
REWIND: Being a World-Class Operator: The Secret to Success in the Restaurant Business
In this rewind episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” revisit their lively and insightful conversation with Greg Flynn, the founder, chairman, and CEO of the Flynn Group and Flynn Properties.
Dec. 24, 2024
REWIND: Union Square Hospitality’s Chip Wade | Expanding Daily Provisions & Breaking Barriers in Hospitality
In case you missed it, this Hospitality Hangout rewind episode features Chip Wade, CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group, as he joins Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy.” Chip shares his incredible journey from starting at Dunkin' Donuts to leading one …
Dec. 17, 2024
A&W’s Century of Craft and Nostalgia
In this episode of the Hospitality Hangout podcast, Michael Schatzberg (“The Restaurant Guy”) and Jimmy Frischling (“The Finance Guy”), welcome Kevin Bazner, Chairman and CEO of A&W Restaurants, to explore how one of America’s most iconic brands continues to honor its legacy while embracing a chang…
Dec. 10, 2024
Let The Food Speak – Sweetgreen’s Blend of Art and Science
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy”, are joined by Jonathan Neman, co-founder and CEO of Sweetgreen.
Dec. 3, 2024
Mario Del Pero from Busser to Boardroom
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” sit down with Mario Del Pero, a partner at Dom Foods and co-founder of Goop Kitchen and Mendocino Farms.
Nov. 26, 2024
Evolutionizing Restaurant Payments: Insights from Adyen's Phil Crawford at FSTech
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by Phil Crawford, Global F&B Head of Adyen.
Nov. 19, 2024
Tiki Taco a “Hometown Hero” Scaling Up
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” sit down with Eric Knott CEO of Tiki Taco.
Nov. 12, 2024
Revolutionizing Hospitality with Comcast's Technology Solutions
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by Brian Klinger, Senior Strategic Partnerships Executive at Comcast Business.
Nov. 5, 2024
Powerhouse Dynamics' Drew Holst on Embracing Tech Through A Digital Transformation
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy”, are joined by Drew Holst, Vice President of Powerhouse Dynamics.
Oct. 29, 2024
From Hard Rock to First Watch, Chris Tomasso’s Playbook for Building Brand Loyalty and Driving Growth
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by Chris Tomasso, CEO and President of First Watch Restaurants.
Oct. 22, 2024
Bad Ass Coffee CEO Tells the Brand's Badass Story
In this special episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, "The Restaurant Guy," and Jimmy Frischling, "The Finance Guy," sit down with Scott Snyder, CEO of Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii, to talk about the brand’s unique identity and its bold reentry into the market.
Oct. 15, 2024
Julie Wade on Loyalty Programs & The North Star of Successful Restaurant Marketing
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy”, sit down with Julie Wade, Chief Marketing Officer at Taziki’s Mediterranean Café.
Oct. 8, 2024
Navigating the New Era of Restaurants: Connecting with Customers in a Shifting Landscape
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy”, sit down with Maria Rivera, CEO of Smalls Sliders.
Oct. 1, 2024
From Rock Stages to Juice Bars: How Jennifer Dodd Became CEO of Main Squeeze Juice Co.
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “Finance Guy”, are joined by Jennifer Dodd CEO of Main Squeeze Juice.
Sept. 24, 2024
REWIND: Lauren Bailey Dishes Out Wisdom For Aspiring Restaurateurs
In today’s episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and Jimmy Frischling “The Finance Guy” talk to Lauren Bailey, co-founder and CEO of Upward Projects.
Sept. 17, 2024
Union Square Hospitality’s Chip Wade on Expanding Daily Provisions and Breaking Barriers in Hospitality
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “Finance Guy”, are joined by Chip Wade, CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group.
Sept. 10, 2024
Summer Rewind: MOOYAH's President Serves up the Best Tasting Cheeseburger
In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, hosts Michael Schatzberg, "The Restaurant Guy," and Jimmy Frischling, "The Finance Guy," welcomed Doug Willmarth, President at MOOYAH Burgers, Fries, and Shakes, as their guest. Willmarth introduced himself as the president of and emphasized the restaur…
Sept. 3, 2024
Olo’s Founder Noah Glass: The Restaurant Tech Gold Medalist
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” sit down with Noah Glass founder and CEO of Olo.
Aug. 27, 2024
Summer Rewind! Beyond Cookies and Coffee: Nestlé Professional CEO Perry Miele On How Nestlé Is Innovating Food Service and Hospitality
In today’s episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by Perry Miele, President and CEO of Nestlé Professional North America.
Aug. 20, 2024
Empire State of Pasta: The Roman Pasta with NYC Roots
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” are joined by John Meadows, president and founder of LDV Hospitality.
Aug. 13, 2024
Inside Gregorys Coffee NYC: Passion and Grit.”
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg, “The Restaurant Guy,” and Jimmy Frischling, “The Finance Guy,” sit down with Gregory Zamfotis, founder and CEO of Gregory’s Coffee.