Episodes
299
Feb. 12, 2024
The Robotics Revolution in Hospitality with Sudheer Sajja of Pringle Robotics
Sudheer Sajja, the Founder of Pringle Robotics, recognized a pressing need for innovative solutions to address the worker shortage issue. Listening to feedback and observing the challenges faced by waitstaff, Sajja identified a gap in service that inspired the creation of Pringle Robotics. "We really thought maybe where we could add additional help to the waiters and waitresses was to actually build out a robot that actually would do the food runner job, essentially allowing for food to be sent ...
298
Feb. 5, 2024
“No BS PR”: Redefining PR with Authenticity with Gigi Peterkin of Amplify PR
In the world of Public Relations, Gigi Peterkin, founder of Amplify PR, is a trailblazer reshaping the narrative. Fueled by a desire for authenticity, she founded the firm to counter the prevalent practice of crafting stories for those with deep pockets, whether genuine or not. “We do what we call no bullshit PR.” expresses Peterkin to host Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media. “So we're really clear with our clients, if you're looking for bullshit, there's a million other agencies out there that wi...
297
Jan. 29, 2024
Closing Hospitality Gaps with Jennifer Ryan of Croux
Jennifer Ryan, the founder of Croux, identified a crucial gap in the hospitality industry during her experience launching a restaurant right before the onset of COVID-19. The challenge of finding flexible staffing solutions became a persistent pain point, leading Ryan to conceptualize Croux. She explained to host Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media, "I had a lot of working moms on my payroll that couldn't pick up the shifts that I asked them to. And then I had all these local businesses that were l...
296
Jan. 22, 2024
Marqii’s Huge Partnership Announcement with Avi Goren
In the restaurant industry, Marqii CEO Avi Goren is a visionary leader, shaping the landscape of digital hospitality through strategic partnerships and groundbreaking solutions. With a unique perspective derived from both his consumer experience and entrepreneurial journey, Goren navigates the challenges faced by the industry with a keen focus on innovation. In this episode of Digital Hospitality, Goren speaks to host Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media and sheds light on Marqii's transformative ini...
295
Jan. 16, 2024
Shawn Walchef Talks Quality Content Creation at the Western Foodservice & Hospitality Expo
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294
Jan. 5, 2024
Prioritizing Community Outreach with Avery Ward of Little Italy Ristorante
Avery Ward, the CEO of Little Italy, stands at the forefront of innovation, leveraging cutting-edge solutions to enhance hospitality in the restaurant industry. Recognizing a critical pain point for his customers, Ward partnered with Shipday to address challenges related to communication and transparency. In this interview with host Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media and Shipday cofounder Moin Islam, Shipday has proven to be a game-changer, unlocking hidden potentials in operational efficiency and ...
293
Dec. 30, 2023
Enhancing the Customer Experience with Kshitiz Sanghi of Voosh
In the dynamic landscape of technology and entrepreneurship, Kshitiz Sanghi emerges as a visionary co-founder, playing a pivotal role in the success story of Voosh. With a passion for innovation and a wealth of experience, Sanghi has navigated the challenging realms of startup growth and development. Along with his partner Priyam Saraswat, Voosh is striving to revolutionize financial management, sales tracking, and team accountability for businesses in the digital age. In his interview with Dig...
292
Dec. 27, 2023
Building Authentic Connections with Restaurant Owners Uncorked Podcast
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291
Dec. 25, 2023
Every Business Needs a Show with Rob Napoli of Omniboost
Rob Napoli, Head of Global Commercial and Business Brand at Omniboost, has a unique journey that spans from Iowa to Italy and eventually leading him to New York. With a career steeped in Entrepreneurship, both as a business owner and a consultant/coach, it is no wonder that he was able to adapt enough to navigate the multiple terrains that such moves would inevitably bring. It was the last move, however, where Napoli recognized the need to reinvent himself. “It's the third time I had to start f...
290
Dec. 17, 2023
Video Content Made Easy with Nick Capozzi of SpliceVideo
Get to know Nick Capozzi of SpliceVideo Nick Capozzi, co-founder of SpliceVideo, is a visionary in the realm of digital content creation and marketing. In a recent discussion with Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media, Capozzi shed light on the underutilization of platforms like LinkedIn, emphasizing the vast untapped potential for businesses and influencers. According to Capozzi, a mere 1% of users actively post content on LinkedIn, and he believes the actual number for video content is even lower, ...
289
Dec. 11, 2023
The Power of Asking for Help with Jen Hidinger-Kendrick of Giving Kitchen
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288
Dec. 2, 2023
Embracing the Onboarding Process with Aaron Palacios of Swadley’s BBQ
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287
Nov. 27, 2023
How Subscriptions and Robotics Enhance Hospitality with Andrew Simmons of Mamma Ramona’s Pizzeria
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286
Nov. 17, 2023
Persevering Through Company Pivots with Jamie Hoffman of SanTan Brewing
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285
Nov. 15, 2023
Shawn Walchef talks The Answer to the Internet with Local Marketing Lab
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284
Nov. 10, 2023
Solving Problems in Restaurant Delivery with Moin Islam of Shipday
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283
Nov. 8, 2023
Shawn Walchef Talks Mastering Digital Marketing with The Meez Podcast
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282
Nov. 3, 2023
Digitizing Training in Restaurants with Daniil Klubov of Scooply
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281
Nov. 1, 2023
Shawn Walchef Talks Smartphone Storytelling on The Top Business Leaders Show
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280
Oct. 27, 2023
Scaling Multiple Concepts with James Hurt and Nicholas Imbo
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279
Oct. 20, 2023
Technology and Digital Hospitality with Chuck Lipp and Chris Abrams
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278
Oct. 18, 2023
Simplifying Accounting in Restaurants with Chris Gruhlke
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277
Oct. 13, 2023
Building Franchises Around Food and People with Bob Lozano
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276
Oct. 6, 2023
How High Quality Increases Quantity with Massimo Mallozzi
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