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PODCAST

Digital Hospitality

Shawn P. Walchef

Digital Hospitality is an interview podcast series that explores the ways successful people have harnessed the power of the Internet and social media. The show is hosted by Cali BBQ Media Founder Shawn P. Walchef.

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12:27

From Teenage Busboy to Successful IHOP Franchisee |...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/21

Going from busboy at IHOP to owning four of the franchises is basically the definition of the American Dream. After emigrating from Lebanon to the U.S., Walid Jamal and his brother Rabih got starting jobs at an IHOP in Michigan. Years later they were given the chance to jump into IHOP franchise ownership. "It's been positive. It's been a great journey. IHOP is a great partner," he said. Walid Jamal is now president of JHG Restaurants. He's also on the IHOP Technology Advisory

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48:51

A Guide to Effective Podcast and Business Alignment...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/17

On a recent episode of the Hospitable Podcast powered by Omniboost, Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media had an engaging conversation with Omniboost's CEO Kees Zorge and COO Rob Napoli. The discussion delved into creating a podcast, the importance of frontline engagement, egoless leadership, and the power of storytelling in business.Napoli, the COO of Omniboost and host of The Bear Necessities of Entrepreneurship Podcast, emphasized their dedication to optimizing the client experience through their

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12:30

How Juancarlos Chacon Found Grit in Franchising |...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/14

Juancarlo Chacon is President of the NextGen Dining Group, and a multi unit Franchisee of Jersey Mike’s across the country. Though early struggles, his and his family’s struggles as a youth instilled grit and determination to stick through the tough times. Chacon learned of Restaurant365 while operating six Jersey Mike’s locations. Initially believing the platform was not a fit for his company due to their accounting being done by a third party, Chacon soon learned that his accountant was

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57:52

Rising Tide LinkeIn Live: How to Keep Digital Receipts

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/12

Last week, The Rising Tide LinkedIn Live community hosted by Cali BBQ Media discussed digital receipts. Digital receipts are loosely defined as a documentation of the process; whatever that process may be.The room participants were encouraged to share stories about what they are building and how they are sharing that with the world. Every Wednesday and Friday at 10am PDT, Shawn Walchef hosts the Rising Tide live room on LinkedIn. Leading voices in hospitality, and otherwise, from near and

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43:45

How Teyoshe Smith Transformed Charcuterie with Bite...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/12

Teyoshe Smith, founder of Bite by Bite and Co., has revolutionized the art of charcuterie with her unique approach and passion for nurturing others. With the goal to “normalize charcuterie across the world”, Smith has grown her business on authenticity, customer service, and grit. Originally called Grazing Crazy, Bite by Bite and Co., begin with no foreknowledge of the business and no concrete pricing strategy, relying instead on what felt right and feedback from family. “I guessed kind of

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55:02

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: When to Make the Leap

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/05

Last week, the participants of the Rising Tides LinkedIn Live room hosted by Cali BBQ Media discussed their personal entrepreneurship journeys.What they all discovered was the winding roads that have endured, led to the points they are at currently. There were stories shared and inspiration available in spades. Take a listen to this week’s replay and join today’s conversation at 10:00 AM PST live on LinkedIn. Rising Tides LinkedIn Room -

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41:26

Camilla Opperman is Redefining the Dark Kitchen...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/06/03

Camilla Opperman, CEO and Founder of Nimbus, is revolutionizing the concept of dark kitchens by integrating front-of-house infrastructure to enhance customer engagement. Through innovative strategies and a commitment to creating immersive food experiences, Nimbus is transforming the perception and functionality of ghost kitchens.Opperman and Nimbus are challenging the traditional notion of ghost kitchens, which often operate in industrial areas with no direct consumer interaction. Opperman

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1:23:27

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: How to Create a Show

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/29

Shawn Walchef lives by two deep thesis statements:Be the Show, not the commercial! Every business needs a show. Those ideas were brought to last weeks’ Rising Tide LinkedIn Live Room as the participants discussed just how to create a show. The enlightening conversation led to the realization that doing so may not be as difficult as some may think, and a discussion of consistency was also had. Every Wednesday and Friday at 10am PDT, Shawn Walchef hosts the Rising Tide live room on

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21:09

Coaching Call with David Meltzer: Effective Content...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/28

During a Live Coaching Call with mentor David Meltzer, Shawn Walchef unlocked key insights into maximizing the value and distribution of content. Meltzer emphasized the importance of understanding the quantitative value of post-production content, explaining how a single piece of content can reach millions if distributed correctly. Unlocking Quantitative Value "The quantitative value of the post-production content, if utilizing the stage theory, can be millions of people for every piece

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1:27:10

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: Stories from The National...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/23

Many of the Rising Tide LinkedIn Live Room regulars took to the road to converge on the National Restaurant Association Show 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. The annual trade show brings together the best and brightest in the hospitality industry to learn, network, and build.A previous Rising Tide Room discussed best practices as it pertains to attending industry events large or small, but after being a part one of the largest restaurant shows, participants returned home with amazing stories. In

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26:16

Shawn Walchef Discusses Dynamic Pricing and Customer...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/22

Cali BBQ and Cali BBQ Media Founder, Shawn Walchef spoke on The Restaurant Growth Show powered by Dynpricing to discuss dynamic pricing and restaurants greatest fear. He also spoke to hosts Gordon Paterson and Jose Albis about incentivizing customer loyalty. Cali BBQ, have garnered national attention for implementing dynamic pricing. Often misunderstood as "surge pricing," Walchef clarifies the distinction between the two. Dynamic pricing involves adjusting prices based on supply and demand, a

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53:15

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: Persistence and Patience...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/16

Just keep going. That adage has one that speaks to the persistence necessary to find success in life. In this week’s Rising Tide LinkedIn Live room by Cali BBQ Media, participants discussed stories and lessons learned surrounding the idea of persistence in business. What transpired was an inspiring conversation and the sharing of impactful stories from hospitality industry leaders. Take a listen to the replay and be sure to join us on Fridays and Wednesdays at 10am Pacific Standard Time for

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39:27

Actionable Guidance with Jason E. Brooks

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/14

Jason E. Brooks, an entrepreneur, author, speaker, coach, and founder of Hospivation LLC, has a passion for the hospitality industry, and is dedicated to empowering leaders through his book, "Every Leader Needs Followers." His book provides a roadmap for transformation, offering ten actionable keys to success while preserving individuality. "I've been trying to find how can I truly give back?" Brooks shares with host Shawn Walchef. “That's one of the main reasons why I wrote this book

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1:02:06

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: Tips on a Successful...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/12

How do you navigate large industry events? In preparation for the upcoming National Restaurant Association show in Chicago, this week’s Rising Tide LinkedIn Room was all about best practices while attending large events. Industry expos and conferences can be exhausting and frustrating if not approached correctly. The consensus in the room was if funds are going to be allocated to events, they should be valuable to business and individuals. Walchef provided a great example of how to

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1:17:03

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: How to Tell Your Story Better

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/10

No one is coming to tell your story. Storytelling is a vital tool for any brand looking to grow and create a loyal customer base. Many leaders struggle with out to do so consistently and effectively. Every Wednesday and Friday at 10am PDT, Shawn Walchef hosts the Rising Tide live room on LinkedIn. Leading voices in hospitality, and otherwise, from near and far join to discuss all things business and much more. Listen to the replay of the latest room where the participants discussed Telling

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41:39

Persistence and Innovation Led to Gary Campbell and...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/07

Gary Campbell, the CEO and Co-Founder of WineView, credits persistence and storytelling for his company's burgeoning partnership with Toast. He understood the importance of knowing his market inside out, especially when it came to earning the major partnership. "You pretty much got to get in person.” he says to show host Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media. “You have to have a unique value prop." Which is exactly what Campbell has with the WineView app, a dual beneficial technology piece that

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1:07:42

Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: Repurposing Content

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/05/03

Do you believe that every piece of content has to be new and original? In the world where content creation is becoming a requirement for conducting business, it is also becoming increasingly important to have a strategy for doing so. Every Wednesday and Friday at 10am PDT, Shawn Walchef hosts the Rising Tide live room on LinkedIn. Leading voices in hospitality, and otherwise, from near and far join to discuss all things business and much more. Listen to the replay of the latest room

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24:27

Coaching Call with David Meltzer: Unlocking the...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/04/29

Discover the keys to thriving in the content creator economy with David Meltzer's invaluable guidance, shared during a recent coaching call with Cali BBQ Media. Digital Hospitality host and Cali BBQ Media owner Shawn Walchef has had the pleasure of having world renowned entrepreneur, author, motivational speaker, and business coach David Meltzer as a friend and mentor for a number of years. In the latest of the live coaching calls, Meltzer divulged the secrets behind his successful coaching

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23:02

David Meltzer is Cali BBQ Media Mentor

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/04/26

David Meltzer is the Co-Founder of Sports 1 Marketing. He is also a world renowned motivational speaker, author, entrepreneur, business coach, and podcast host. For Cali BBQ Media founder Shawn Walchef, Meltzer is a mentor and friend. On Meltzer's quest to empower over one billion people to be happy, he has made a number of appearances on Cali BBQ Media's shows. It is well worth your time to watch and listen to every single episode that involves David Meltzer, including his live coaching calls

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39:36

Empowering Restaurants Through AI Integration with...

Digital Hospitality ·

2024/04/15

Matt Wampler's journey to becoming the co-founder and CEO of ClearCOGS stemmed from a personal pain point in his restaurant career. Recognizing the lack of resources for obtaining essential answers, he envisioned ClearCOGS as a solution to translate overlooked data into actionable insights. And now ClearCOGS has a huge announcement! Wampler's mission is clear: empower restaurant operators by providing them with a playbook for success. By leveraging modern technology and data science,

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