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Sept. 5, 2025

award-winning restaurateur, hospitality strategist, and industry thought leader

award-winning restaurateur, hospitality strategist, and industry thought leader

New Episode Alert: The Hospitality Hangout Podcast!!! In this dynamic episode, we’re joined by Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur, hospitality strategist, and industry thought leader—for a deep dive into the trends and strategies shaping the future of food service. Josh shares his unique perspective on the emerging brands making waves in both…

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Sept. 4, 2025

Hospitality’s Game Plan

Hospitality’s Game Plan

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success with Josh Kopel! Check it out NOW! Don't forget to subscribe!

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Sept. 3, 2025

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

In this dynamic episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we welcome Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur and hospitality strategist—for a deep dive into the latest hospitality trends and insider insights that are shaping today’s food service industry. Josh shares his unique perspective on emerging brands making waves and how these innovations are…

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Sept. 3, 2025

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

Hospitality’s Game Plan: Insider Insights & Emerging Trends for Restaurant Success

In this dynamic episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we welcome Josh Kopel—award-winning restaurateur and hospitality strategist—for a deep dive into the latest hospitality trends and insider insights that are shaping today’s food service industry. Josh shares his unique perspective on emerging brands making waves and how these innovations are…

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Aug. 31, 2025

A sushi roll (hand roll IS a sandwich) !!!!

A sushi roll (hand roll IS a sandwich) !!!!

A sushi roll (hand roll IS a sandwich) !!!! @sushicounternyc killing it🍣

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Aug. 30, 2025

Prosper Cocktails & Connections 2025

Prosper Cocktails & Connections 2025

Boring parties? Not our style. At Cocktails & Connections, we ditch the pitch decks and make space for real hospitality magic—networking with the industry’s top leaders, live music, and yes… even fireworks. Because building relationships in hospitality should feel like a celebration. #HospitalityEvents #HospitalityNetworking #HospitalityLeaders #BrandedEvents #CocktailsAndConnections #NetworkingInStyle #HospitalityIndustry #LiveEvents…

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Aug. 29, 2025

what’s the most creative partnership you’ve seen lately?

what’s the most creative partnership you’ve seen lately?

what’s the most creative partnership you’ve seen lately? Partnerships make the world go round, especially in hospitality. On this week’s Hospitality Hangout Podcast we talked about how the right collaborations can transform a brand, create memorable guest experiences, and unlock new opportunities with Nick Kenner! And let’s be real… who…

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Aug. 28, 2025

Are you a fan of loyalty programs? Do they influence where you choose to dine?

Are you a fan of loyalty programs? Do they influence where you choose to dine?

Are you a fan of loyalty programs? Do they influence where you choose to dine? We sat down with Nick Kenner, Founder & CEO of Just Salad, and he dropped some BIG news: Just Salad has officially launched a brand-new loyalty rewards system! From drinks & snacks to discounts &…

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Aug. 26, 2025

Prosper 2025 Opening Cast

Prosper 2025 Opening Cast
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Aug. 26, 2025

From Salads to Success: Insider Insights with Nick Kenner on QSR Trends and Hospitality Leadership

From Salads to Success: Insider Insights with Nick Kenner on QSR Trends and Hospitality Leadership

In this laughter-filled yet insightful episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we sit down with Nick Kenner, Founder & CEO of Just Salad, to explore bold ideas and expert strategies that are reshaping the hospitality and food service industry. Get ready for valuable hospitality insights as we discuss the evolving…

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Aug. 26, 2025

Title: From Salads to Success: Bold Ideas & Insider Insights with Nick Kenner on QSR Trends and H...

Title: From Salads to Success: Bold Ideas & Insider Insights with Nick Kenner on QSR Trends and H...

In this laughter-filled yet insightful episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast, we sit down with Nick Kenner, Founder & CEO of Just Salad, to explore bold ideas and expert strategies that are reshaping the hospitality and food service industry. Get ready for valuable hospitality insights as we discuss the evolving…

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Aug. 26, 2025

And she almost got away with it…

And she almost got away with it…

And she almost got away with it… #Prank

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Aug. 25, 2025

where are YOU grabbing your chicken wings from?

where are YOU grabbing your chicken wings from?

where are YOU grabbing your chicken wings from? Tag your spot below!!! #Wingstop #BuffaloWildWings #ChickenWings #FoodieFavorites #RestaurantTrends #Popeyes #TGIFridays #KFC #PizzaHut

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Aug. 25, 2025

What’s YOUR go to drink?

What’s YOUR go to drink?

What’s YOUR go to drink? If you say vodka pineapple…. I’m concerned. #vodka #tequila #pineapple @topochicousa

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Aug. 24, 2025

Where’s YOUR favorite chicken sandwich from?

Where’s YOUR favorite chicken sandwich from?

Where’s YOUR favorite chicken sandwich from? Tag your go-to spot so we can build the ultimate hospitality insider’s chicken sandwich list. #chilis #chickfila #McDonalds #WhiteCastle #Wendys #Popeyes #Culvers

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Aug. 23, 2025

Where are you getting your burger from?

Where are you getting your burger from?

On this week’s Branded Draft, we put our guest Neil Sudaisar (DIRECTV) on the spot: pick a restaurant for each type of food! When it came to burgers? He went with some all-time crowd favorites — Chili’s and Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers (shoutout to our past guest George Felix…

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Aug. 22, 2025

Have you tried it yet?

Have you tried it yet?

Have you tried it yet? @mamas_too #mamastoo #nycfood #foodie

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Aug. 22, 2025

Neil Sudaisar from DIRECTV for Business on the latest episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast.

Neil Sudaisar from DIRECTV for Business on the latest episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast.

We were thrilled to have our friend and amazing media partner Neil Sudaisar from DIRECTV for Business on the latest episode of the Hospitality Hangout Podcast. This one is personal for us — we’ve seen firsthand how DIRECTV catapulted our restaurants, transforming the guest experience and driving real business impact.…

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Aug. 21, 2025

Who else is a huge Topo Chico fan?

Who else is a huge Topo Chico fan?

Who else is a huge Topo Chico fan? #Topichico #mexico #modelo

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Aug. 20, 2025

mamas too chicken à la vodka sandwich

mamas too chicken à la vodka sandwich

Have you tried mamas too chicken à la vodka sandwich? #Mamastoo #FoodReview #Foodie #WestVillage Check out the Restaurant guy on our podcast & all of our socials, follow along here: https://linktr.ee/BrandedHospitalityMedia

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Aug. 20, 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…

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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…

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Aug. 18, 2025

How do you stay relevant in NYC’s cutthroat coffee scene?

How do you stay relevant in NYC’s cutthroat coffee scene?

How do you stay relevant in NYC’s cutthroat coffee scene? We asked Gregory Zamfotis on The Hospitality Hangout, and his answer was clear: relentless focus on craft, community, and the customer experience. Gregorys Coffee has been winning over “Gregulars” for years with its specialty coffee, warm hospitality, and fresh, modern…

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Aug. 17, 2025

Gregorys Coffee + Craveworthy Brands = A National Growth Playbook!

Gregorys Coffee + Craveworthy Brands = A National Growth Playbook!

Gregorys Coffee + Craveworthy Brands = A National Growth Playbook! Craveworthy Brands has officially partnered with Gregorys Coffee, bringing operational expertise to match Gregorys’ craft-focused, community-driven approach. #Coffee #Business #RestaurantGrowth #CustomerLoyalty #NYC ]

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