Aug. 19, 2025

Unlocking Restaurant Growth: How Entertainment Transforms Hospitality

Unlocking Restaurant Growth: How Entertainment Transforms Hospitality

In this episode of The Hospitality Hangout, we sit down with Neil Sudaisar, AVP of Commercial National Accounts at DIRECTV, to explore how entertainment is powering restaurant transformation and success in the hospitality industry.

From digital hospitality innovations to emerging market trends shaping guest experiences, Neil shares insider tips and bold ideas on how DIRECTV for Business is helping restaurants, hotels, and venues stay ahead of industry trends. This episode dives deep into:

  • How entertainment drives restaurant growth and strengthens customer loyalty in a competitive food service landscape.
  • The role of technology and content in shaping modern hospitality strategies and enhancing guest experiences.
  • Hospitality insiders’ perspectives on networking, branding, and building community through shared experiences.
  • Why funny, engaging, and memorable guest experiences set the standard for the future of hospitality.

Whether you’re a hospitality expert, operator, or someone looking for the latest hospitality strategies and trends, this conversation offers valuable takeaways on how to stay ahead in the industry.

Tune in to hear how DIRECTV for Business supports restaurants and hospitality brands with the tools they need to deliver world-class experiences that drive loyalty, create memorable moments, and define the future of success in hospitality.

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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