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Hospitality Hangout | Expert Strategies & Insights in Hospitality

Hospitality Hangout | Expert Strategies & Insights in Hospitality

By: Hospitality Insiders | Michael Schatzberg & Jimmy Frischling | Branded Hospitality Media
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Join hospitality insiders Michael Schatzberg and Jimmy Frischling as they explore hospitality, food service, and investment trends. Each week, receive insider insights and funny stories that shape the hospitality landscape. They live at the intersection of hospitality, food service, technology, and investment, connecting the biggest players and boldest ideas shaping the industry. Each week, they serve up funny, informative, and wildly entertaining conversations with the insiders who are leading a new era of hospitality. From emerging brands and breakthrough tech to industry trends and restaurant success stories, no topic is off the table. It’s where the who’s who of hospitality hangs out – packed with expert insights, laugh-out-loud moments, and must-know trends that keep you ahead of the game. 🍽️ Tune in, grab a drink, and let’s talk shop! 🚀A Branded Media Experience Art Economics Food & Wine Leadership Management & Leadership Politics & Government
Episodes
  • From Flip-Flops to Five Stars: Lucia Penrod’s Expert Strategies for Restaurant Transformation
    Jul 10 2025

    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 hospitality stories that reveal how digital hospitality, brand consistency, and fun dining experiences drive success in hospitality today.

    Sponsored by Toast, this conversation is packed with insider strategies from one of the industry's top hospitality experts. Whether you're looking for brand insights, hospitality trends, or strategy experts who’ve been there and built it—this episode delivers it all. Don’t miss this deep dive into restaurant transformation, led by one of the most inspiring hospitality insiders in the business.

    Episode Credits:

    • Produced by: Branded Hospitality Media
    • Hosted by: Michael Schatzberg, JImmy Frischling
    • Producer: Julie Zucker
    • Creative Director: Adam Levine
    • Show Runner: Drewe Raimi
    • Post Production: Three Cheers Creative

    www.thehospitalityhangout.com

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    59 mins
  • Fries, Frosties & Food Service Fame: Inside Freddy’s with Erin Walters
    Jul 9 2025

    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 iconic brands, exploring why frozen custard has become a power play in the market.

    Join us for a blend of hilarious anecdotes, real-world marketing strategies, and exclusive insights into the hospitality landscape — all made possible by our partnership with Olo, the technology behind unforgettable dining experiences. Stay tuned for a journey filled with laughter, loyalty strategies, and trends that keep you ahead in the hospitality game.

    Episode Credits:

    • Produced by: Branded Hospitality Media
    • Hosted by: Michael Schatzberg, JImmy Frischling
    • Producer: Julie Zucker
    • Creative Director: Adam Levine
    • Show Runner: Drewe Raimi
    • Post Production: Three Cheers Creative

    www.thehospitalityhangout.com

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    27 mins
  • Slice, Slice Baby: Hospitality Trends from Grimaldi’s Marketing Maven
    Jul 8 2025

    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 on successful marketing techniques within the hospitality sector, along with a few funny stories from behind the scenes that illustrate the unique challenges and excitement of the business. This entertaining conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in hospitality investments or those who simply adore pizza and want to know more. Presented by Dinova, where corporate dining meets delicious decision-making. This episode has ROI and LOLs.

    Episode Credits:

    • Produced by: Branded Hospitality Media
    • Hosted by: Michael Schatzberg, JImmy Frischling
    • Producer: Julie Zucker
    • Creative Director: Adam Levine
    • Show Runner: Drewe Raimi
    • Post Production: Three Cheers Creative

    www.thehospitalityhangout.com

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    21 mins
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