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March 14, 2024

#254 Dan Newman - Managing Director at Hospitality Rewards on Improving Employee Benefits

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 financial, mental, and physical health benefits for employees in the hospitality sector, moving beyond traditional compensation…

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March 7, 2024

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

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 humanizing the hospitality experience, especially in unprecedented times, like during the pandemic. Larry also reiterates his…

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Feb. 29, 2024

#252 Natalie Campbell & Charlotte Harrington, Co-CEO's at BELU on the Industry's Approach to Water

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, uses an innovative business model to deliver top-notch water service to venues while also contributing significantly to social and environmental causes. The…

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Feb. 27, 2024

# 3 Morten P. Ortwed Founding Partner at DiningSix on Bringing Authenticity to Your Company Culture

Welcome to episode 3 of the Special Edition podcast series of “EXPANSION THROUGH CULTURE - The Scandi Way”. We are joined by owner/operator Morten P. Ortwed, founding partner at DiningSix, a Danish restaurant company redefining the dining experience. Morten and Michael dive into: The journey of DiningSix and how they…

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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 holistic system that organizations can employ to realize visions, increase accountability and strengthen team health. Rob shares his…

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Feb. 15, 2024

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

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. Croux is a platform that bridges the gap between businesses in need of temporary staff and individuals craving…

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Feb. 8, 2024

#249 Ed Barry Founder at Edify - Improving Profitability in the Hospitality Business

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 they led him to envision a technology solution to address various operational challenges in…

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Feb. 6, 2024

#2 Simon Wanler Co-Founder and CEO Bastard Burgers on a Decade of Scaling Culture

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 chain, exploring the vision, mission, and success driving Bastard Burger's rise. ✔️…

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Feb. 5, 2024

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 joined forces for this exclusive podcast series. ✔️ They discuss how hospitality is facing its toughest…

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Feb. 1, 2024

#248 Kyle C Grant Founder at Oxwash

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 lessen it. Kyle details several of Oxwash's innovations, such as cold washing, the use of ozone super saturation,…

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Jan. 25, 2024

#247 Greg Marchand Chef and Founder of Frenchie -The Journey of Culinary Excellence

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 entrepreneurial path and strategic responses to global events and consumer preferences evolution. He also highlights the importance of…

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Jan. 18, 2024

#246 Wayne Baker Author of All You Have to Do Is Ask - Achieving Success Through Reciprocity

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 success. Discussing reasons why people struggle to ask for help, he points out…

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Jan. 11, 2024

#245 Jeannette Hyde Nutritional Therapist and Writer - Unlocking Gut Health for Enhanced Immunity

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 one's overall health. Jeannette's approach to better gut health involves consuming a variety of plants, including 'live' food,…

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Jan. 4, 2024

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

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 working around them, as well as challenging our beliefs and understanding our identity…

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Dec. 28, 2023

#243 Darren Spicer CEO and Co-Founder at Clutch Coffee Bar-Redefining the Drive-Thru Experience

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 mission to redefine the drive-thru beverage experience. He discusses their emphasis on human interaction over…

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Dec. 21, 2023

#242 Darragh Fanning GM Ireland at Zambrero Ireland - From Rugby Field To Restaurant Franchise

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's largest Mexican restaurant franchise with a strong focus on donating meals to those in need. Darragh talks about his…

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Dec. 14, 2023

#241 Chip Klose The Restaurant Coach

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 necessity of profit in order to make a positive impact on society. He describes his journey from operations…

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Dec. 7, 2023

#240 Edward Hess Professor and Author

Today we speak with Edward D. Hess--Professor Emeritus of Business Administration, Darden School of Business. This conversation covers human behavior and mental function, emphasizing that humans are hardwired to seek affirmation or confirmation of their own beliefs and personal narratives. Edward highlights the need to overcome inherent tendencies to be…

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Nov. 30, 2023

#239 Restaurateur Jeremy King OBE

Jeremy became one of London’s most successful restaurateurs after meeting partner Chris Corbin at Langan’s Brasserie. In an informative discussion, UK restaurateur Jeremy King discusses his journey into the world of hospitality, his beliefs about staff importance, and his perspective on the role of intuition in decision-making. Reflecting on the…

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Nov. 23, 2023

#238 Denise Dupré Co-Founder at Champagne Hospitality

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 people in the right positions, and how businesses can tackle global challenges such as…

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Nov. 16, 2023

#237 David Lund Hotel Financial Coach at Hotel Financial Coach

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 to have not just monetary prosperity, but also more time for family, friends and…

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Nov. 16, 2023

Go from struggle to success📈 - Agile People Strategy Webinar🔥♟️

In this webinar, you will learn THE Proven 10-step Agile People Strategy Framework used by the bravest and most bodacious Hospitality Mavericks in the game today. We will let you in on the secret of what successful Mavericks KNOW and DO (and Don’t Do) to Build a Unique, Profitable and…

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Nov. 9, 2023

#236 Herman Koppe - Business Transformer at Herman Koppe

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, especially on LinkedIn. He highlights how its use shouldn't just revolve around promotional content but about sharing value-adding and relevant…

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Nov. 2, 2023

#235 Stefano Cuomo CEO of Macknade

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 cultivating community with food and drink within Macknade. We also discuss his goals of human environment harmony…

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