July 30, 2025
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July 30, 2025
From digital hospitality to loyalty strategies that work—Zack Gharib, President of Red Roof
, dropped serious gems in our latest episode.We’re talking real talk on innovation, travel behaviors, and how to lead hospitality brands into the future.📈 Investors, operators, and brand builders—this one’s a must-listen. #HospitalityTrends #HotelInnovation #TravelIndustry #RedRoof #HospitalityHangout
July 30, 2025
S14E02 Zack Gharib
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, we’re joined by Zack Gharib, President of Red Roof, exploring how hospitality brands adapt to fast-moving trends and guest expectations. Zack shares insider insights on digital hospitality, bold strategies for enhancing guest experience, and how Red Roof is positioning itself for the future of…
July 29, 2025
Lodging, Loyalty & Leadership: Red Roof’s Big Bet on Bold Hospitality Ideas
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, we’re joined by Zack Gharib, President of Red Roof, exploring how hospitality brands adapt to fast-moving trends and guest expectations. Zack shares insider insights on digital hospitality, bold strategies for enhancing guest experience, and how Red Roof is positioning itself for the future of…
July 28, 2025
From Flip-Flops to Five Stars: Lucia Penrod’s Expert Strategies for Restaurant Transformation
In this Hospitality Hustler episode of Hospitality Hangout, we go from backroom to boardroom with Lucia Penrod, Co-Founder, Owner, and CEO of the iconic Nikki Beach. Lucia shares her journey scaling a single South Beach location into a global lifestyle and hospitality brand. Discover hospitality insights, expert strategies, and behind-the-scenes…
July 28, 2025
Fries, Frosties & Food Service Fame: Inside Freddy’s with Erin Walters
In this mouthwatering episode, we dive deep into the world of hospitality as we sit down with Erin Walters, CMO of Freddy’s. Discover the latest hospitality trends and investment strategies that are reshaping the food service industry. Erin shares insider tips from her experiences with one of the food industry’s…
July 23, 2025
Insider Tips & Tacos: Key Hospitality Strategies from Taco John’s CEO
In this sizzling episode of Hospitality Hangout, we’re joined by Heather Neary, President & CEO of Taco John’s International, to explore bold ideas and hospitality strategies that define today’s fast-paced food industry. Heather shares exclusive insider tips on navigating emerging trends, scaling legacy brands, and innovating in the hospitality business.…
July 22, 2025
Insider Tips & Tacos: Key Hospitality Strategies from Taco John’s CEO
In this sizzling episode of Hospitality Hangout, we’re joined by Heather Neary, President & CEO of Taco John’s International, to explore bold ideas and hospitality strategies that define today’s fast-paced food industry. Heather shares exclusive insider tips on navigating emerging trends, scaling legacy brands, and innovating in the hospitality business.…
July 17, 2025
The Future of Restaurant Tech? Chowly CEO Talks Super Apps & Industry Disruption
Broadcasting live from the 2025 NRA Show floor, Hospitality Hangout kicks off with hosts Michael Schatzberg and Jimmy Frischling breaking down what’s hot (and what’s not) in the restaurant industry today. Then, they sit down with Sterling Douglass, founder and CEO of Chowly, for a candid and forward-thinking conversation on…
July 15, 2025
Hospitality, But Make It Toasted: Frank Paci on Fast-Casual & the Future
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, we delve deep into hospitality strategies with Frank Paci, CEO of Newk’s Eatery, a leader in the fast-casual food industry. Join us as Frank shares his wealth of knowledge on how Newk’s thrives in an increasingly competitive landscape, his investment strategies, and how emerging…
July 10, 2025
From Flip-Flops to Five Stars: Lucia Penrod’s Expert Strategies for Restaurant Transformation
In this Hospitality Hustler episode of Hospitality Hangout, we go from backroom to boardroom with Lucia Penrod, Co-Founder, Owner, and CEO of the iconic Nikki Beach. Lucia shares her journey scaling a single South Beach location into a global lifestyle and hospitality brand. Discover hospitality insights, expert strategies, and behind-the-scenes…
July 9, 2025
Fries, Frosties & Food Service Fame: Inside Freddy’s with Erin Walters
In this mouthwatering episode, we dive deep into the world of hospitality as we sit down with Erin Walters, CMO of Freddy’s. Discover the latest hospitality trends and investment strategies that are reshaping the food service industry. Erin shares insider tips from her experiences with one of the food industry’s…
July 8, 2025
Sandwich Safari Ep 8 | The Best Coffee In NYC
Sandwich Safari is just getting warmed up (and sometimes toasted)… The feedback has been fire and we’re not slowing down anytime soon. You all have been loving the ride — the sandwiches, the sass, and the full-belly honesty. This week, we hit up Edith’s — and yes, we went big:…
July 8, 2025
Slice, Slice Baby: Hospitality Trends from Grimaldi’s Marketing Maven
In this episode of Hospitality Hangout, we’re tossing dough and dropping knowledge with Pam Brock-Nedwetzky, Director of Marketing at the legendary Grimaldi’s Pizzeria. Discover how Pam keeps this iconic brand at the forefront of the food industry by leveraging hospitality strategies and understanding emerging hospitality trends. She shares insider tips…