Hospitality Mavericks Podcast Show

Tai Ricci, Partner at Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group, shares insights on building a supportive culture in the hospitality industry. She discusses her transition from a creative background, the importance of personal experiences in business, and the mission behind Hi Neighbor Hospitality Group. Tai emphasizes empowering employees, fostering a community-centric culture, and the significance of mentorship and belief in leadership development.

In this episode, Dr. Vincent Walsh, a UK-based circular regenerative food and agriculture expert, shares his journey, insights, and aspirations in making a positive, everlasting impact on the food system through consulting with major UK food and beverage companies. Dr. Vincent discusses the significance of understanding nature's evolution, circular and regenerative practices, and the potential transformative impact on food systems and the climate. This conversation will encourage hospitality leaders to engage deeply with supply chains, fostering innovative, sustainable farming practices. Dr. Vincent also highlights the urgent need for collaborative efforts among industry players to rebuild food systems for a sustainable future and offers actionable insights for businesses to incorporate circular and regenerative principles.Connect with Dr. Vincent:Website: www.drvincentwalsh.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vincentwalsh001/www.mycoloops.comwww.herblabism.comwww.regenfarmco.comA big thank you to our sponsor Bizimply who is helping progressive leaders and operators make every shift run like clockwork. Head to our website at www.bizimply.com or email them directly at podcast@bizimply.com.Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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 platforms. The platform offers unique benefits like a cash-back card and industry-specific discounts, focusing on enhancing the employee experience and retention in hospitality. They talk about the importance of supporting the workforce better to create a ripple effect that attracts more people and customers to the hospitality industry. The conversation also touches on the challenges the industry faces, such as staffing and inflation, and the role of benefits in addressing these issues. Connect with Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-n-1b82b3130/Check out Hospitality Rewards: https://hospitalityrewards.co.uk/Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here A big thank you to our sponsor Bizimply who is helping progressive leaders and operators make every shift run like clockwork. Head to our website at www.bizimply.com or email them directly at podcast@bizimply.com.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Larry Korman, President of AKA Hotel Residences, emphasizes the importance of consistency and humanizing the hospitality experience. He discusses the evolution of AKA post-pandemic, navigating investor dynamics, upholding integrity in leadership, and the significance of collaboration in shaping exceptional experiences. Korman also reflects on leadership strategies, legacy, and the unique blend of multifamily living and hospitality at AKA.

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 model to deliver top-notch water service to venues while contributing significantly to social and environmental causes. The episode discusses the unique approach to distributing leadership, the journeys of Natalie and Charlotte as Co-CEOs, and the importance of purpose-driven and sustainable businesses in the modern hospitality industry. Links:https://belu.org/https://www.linkedin.com/in/natdcampbell/https://www.linkedin.com/in/csharrington1/A big thank you to our sponsor Bizimply who is helping progressive leaders and operators make every shift run like clockwork. Head to our website at www.bizimply.com or email them directly at podcast@bizimply.com.Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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 the dining experience.Morten and Michael dive into: The journey of DiningSix and how they came to expand into multiple countries.Why DiningSix's vision and mission are so powerful in building their culture.Why culture is a hardcore business skill.Explore the challenge of balancing the needs of employees with the challenges of running a successful hospitality business. You are welcome to connect with Morten here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortenpdk/https://www.diningsix.co.uk/This episode was presented by Ziik - The Social Intranet. Learn more about Ziik here:https://www.ziik.io/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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 organisations can employ to realize visions, increase accountability and strengthen team health. Rob shares his experiences transforming struggling businesses into thriving ones using EOS principles and discusses the importance of strong leadership during a business's recovery and growth phases. An emphasis is placed on the importance of meaningful measurement processes, the difference between visionary and integrator roles, and how EOS helps leaders ensure business alignment and operational efficiency.Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertliddiard/https://www.eosworldwide.com/rob-liddiardA big thank you to our sponsor Bizimply who is helping progressive leaders and operators make every shift run like clockwork. Head to our website at www.bizimply.com or email them directly at podcast@bizimply.com.Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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 job flexibility. It offers a unique solution to the industry's personnel challenges intensified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Jennifer emphasizes the value of staying focused, narrow-scoping, and cultivating a habit of continuous learning. She also explores the critical role of having checkpoints that define success or failure in a business endeavour.Links:www.croux.cohttps://www.instagram.com/bluerootcohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-ryan-0b444417/A big thank you to our sponsor Bizimply who is helping progressive leaders and operators make every shift run like clockwork. Head to our website at www.bizimply.com or email them directly at podcast@bizimply.com.Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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 hospitality. Ed also highlights the importance of precise data, efficient management of resources, and a cohesive team for the success of any business. Furthermore, he explains how Edify helps streamline operations and maximize profitability of coffee shops, cafes, and bakeries by providing a unified ordering platform, improving inventory management, and offering immediate business insights. He emphasises his ambition to increase profitability across the hospitality sector and to support operators in their business optimization.Connect with Ed:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ed-barry-3553b153/https://www.edifysystems.io/A big thank you to our sponsor Bizimply who is helping progressive leaders and operators make every shift run like clockwork. Head to our website at www.bizimply.com or email them directly at podcast@bizimply.com.Connect with the podcastJoin the Hospitality Mavericks newsletterTune in via your favourite podcast platform - here More episodes for you to check out here This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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.Uncover how Bastard Burger's mastery of culture and people in hospitality translates into a hardcore business strategy with a clearly defined people strategy and innovative workplace practices.Learn how Bastard Burger's Scandi heritage influences their approach to people and culture.How they manage the delicate balance of meeting the evolving expectations of hospitality workers while addressing the broader goals and challenges of running a successful business.You are welcome to connect with Simon Wanler here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-wanler-89b8276a/This episode was presented by Ziik - The Social Intranet. Learn more about Ziik here:https://www.ziik.io/This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy