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March 14, 2024

#254 Dan Newman - Managing Director at Hospitality Rewards on Improvi…

Dan Newman, the Managing Director of Hospitality Rewards, the UK's first employee benefits platform for the hospitality trade joins us in this episode. Dan and Michael discuss the mission of Hospitality Rewards to improve fin...

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March 7, 2024

#253 Larry Korman - President of AKA Hotel Residences on the Art of L…

Larry Korman is back on the podcast for this week’s episode to talk all about the value of maintaining consistency in business operations, regardless of external circumstances. He provides insights into the importance of huma...

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Feb. 29, 2024

#252 Natalie Campbell & Charlotte Harrington, Co-CEO's at BELU on Tra…

Natalie Campbell and Charlotte Harrington, Co-CEOs of BELU, join Michael today on the podcast. BELU is a Social Enterprise focusing on transforming the hospitality industry's approach to water, using an innovative business mo...

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Feb. 27, 2024

# 3 Morten P. Ortwed Founding Partner at DiningSix on Bringing Authen…

Welcome to episode 3 of the Special Edition podcast series “EXPANSION THROUGH CULTURE - The Scandi Way”. We are joined by owner/operator Morten P. Ortwed, founding partner at DiningSix, a Danish restaurant company redefining ...

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Feb. 22, 2024

#251 Rob Liddiard - Implementer at EOS on Leading With Vision

In this episode, Michael has a conversation with Rob Liddiard about applying the principles of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) in businesses to increase profitability and create heart-centered operations. EOS, is a...

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Feb. 15, 2024

#250 Jennifer Ryan - Co-Founder at Croux on Solving The Staffing Cris…

The conversation revolves around Jennifer's journey from an English major to the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. She discusses her passion for solving problems in the hospitality industry with the establishment of Croux. C...

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Feb. 8, 2024

#249 Ed Barry Founder at Edify - Improving Profitability in the Hospi…

Ed Barry, the owner of Edify, a business analytics tool for hospitality businesses, discusses his experiences as a former operator. He shares the insights gained from running his coffee shop chain, Over Under Coffee, and how ...

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Feb. 6, 2024

# 2 Simon Wanler Co-Founder and CEO Bastard Burgers on a Decade of Sc…

Welcome to episode 2 of the Special Edition of “EXPANSION THROUGH CULTURE - The Scandi Way”. Michael talks with Simon Wanler, Co-Founder and CEO of Bastard Burger: They Delve into the story of Simon and the renowned burger ch...

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Feb. 5, 2024

# 1 EXPANSION THROUGH CULTURE - The Scandi Way

Welcome to the Special Edition of “EXPANSION THROUGH CULTURE - The Scandi Way”. In this kickoff episode, your hosts Christopher Cato Lavebrand and Michael Tingsager spill the beans on why Ziik and Hospitality Mavericks joine...

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Feb. 1, 2024

#248 Kyle C Grant Founder at Oxwash - Revolutionizing Textile Cleaning

In this episode, Kyle Grant, the founder and CEO of Oxwash, a company revolutionizing the laundry industry, discusses the environmental impact of traditional laundering methods and how his company strives to significantly les...

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Jan. 25, 2024

#247 Greg Marchand Chef and Founder of Frenchie -The Journey of Culin…

In this insightful episode, renowned chef and founder of the globally acclaimed Frenchie restaurant group, Greg Marchand, reflects on the landscape of high end dining and its numerous challenges. Greg discusses his entreprene...

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Jan. 18, 2024

#246 Wayne Baker Author of All You Have to Do Is Ask - Achieving Succ…

In this honest and informative conversation, Wayne Baker, author of the transformative book 'All You Have to do is Ask', delves into key themes of his work and the integral part they play in personal and organizational succes...

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Jan. 11, 2024

#245 Jeannette Hyde Nutritional Therapist and Writer - Unlocking Gut …

Jeannette Hyde, Nutritional Therapist and Writer, shares her journey from being a journalist to a nutritional therapist fascinated with gut health. This episode delves into the relationship between food, the microbiome, and o...

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Jan. 4, 2024

#244 Ally Gordon Coach, Confidant, and Mentor - Envisioning Your Life…

Ally Gordon, a successful coach and mentor, returns to discuss how to create a vision and set goals that align with our values, aspirations, and future plans. He stresses on the importance of recognizing our limitations and w...

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Dec. 28, 2023

#243 Darren Spicer CEO and Co-Founder at Clutch Coffee Bar - Redefini…

Today we speak with Darren Spicer bout redefining the drive-thru beverage experience with Clutch Coffee Bar. In this episode, Darren Spicer, CEO and co-founder of Clutch Coffee Bar talks about his U.S. based coffee company’s ...

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Dec. 21, 2023

#242 Darragh Fanning GM Ireland at Zambrero Ireland - From Rugby Fiel…

In this episode, former rugby player and current general manager of Zambrero Ireland, Darragh Fanning, shares his transition from professional sports to running a fast-growing restaurant chain, Zambrero. Zambrero is Australia...

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Dec. 14, 2023

#241 Chip Klose The Restaurant Coach - on building a profitable busin…

This week we have fellow podcaster, Chip Klose, The Restaurant Coach, dive into building profitable businesses. In this conversation, Chip emphasizes the importance of understanding the restaurant as a business and the necess...

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Dec. 7, 2023

#240 Edward Hess Professor and Author on Creating Your Best Self

Today we speak with Edward D. Hess--Professor Emeritus of Business Administration, Darden School of Business. This conversation covers human behaviour and mental function, emphasizing that humans are hardwired to seek affirma...

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Nov. 30, 2023

#239 Restaurateur Jeremy King OBE on that your competitive edge is yo…

Jeremy became one of London’s most successful restaurateurs after meeting partner Chris Corbin at Langan’s Brasserie. Jeremy King shares his journey into the world of hospitality, his beliefs about putting people first, and h...

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Nov. 23, 2023

#238 Denise Dupré Co-Founder at Champagne Hospitality on making memor…

This week we cover cultivating culture and sustainability in the hospitality industry with Denise Dupré. In this discussion, we focus on the crucial role of culture in the hospitality industry, the method to get the right peo...

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Nov. 16, 2023

#237 David Lund Hotel Financial Coach at Hotel Financial Coach on The…

This week we speak with David Lund about his new book THe Prosperous Hotelier - a guide to hotel financial literacy. David Lund discusses the concept of 'Hospitality Financial Leadership', advocating for those in the industry...

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Nov. 9, 2023

#236 Herman Koppe - Business Transformer at Herman Koppe - The Power …

In this comprehensive conversation, Herman Koppe, a former executive at Nestle and a social selling expert, discusses the significance of social selling in building meaningful relationships in the professional world, especial...

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Nov. 2, 2023

#235 Stefano Cuomo CEO of Macknade - Leading a 6th-generation family …

Stefano shares his journey and how it is to lead a 6th-generation family business as CEO of Macknade. Stefano breaks down his mission to successfully carry on the legacy of his parents and cultivate community with food and dr...

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Oct. 26, 2023

#234 Hamish Cook Head of Food Group Services at ISS - How to combat C…

Meet Hamish Cook - Head of Group Food Services at ISS. ISS is a leading global workplace experience and facility management company. In this week's conversation, we speak with Hamish about his start in the food industry, ISS...

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