Hospitality Mavericks Podcast

"Coming Back Stronger" is a special edition podcast series focusing on the way food and drinks businesses are bouncing back as the world slowly starts to re-open from COVID-19.We will especially share great stories on how progressive leaders are bouncing back from the pandemic by utilising the power of technology and delivery. By tuning into these conversations in the coming period you will be able to pick up great stories, insights and facts as well as best practices from industry experts, independent operators to national chains who all are setting a new standard for how to operate in the new normal.Vita Mojo and Hospitality Mavericks joined forces on this project due to we have shared beliefs on how tech plays a massive role in building companies that are good for people, communities and the planet.In this episode, Michael talks with the independent retail operator Andrew Murray-Watson from Brixton (London) who is the founder of Guzzle. He is a former award-winning national business journalist and wor

This episode our guest is Gina Gardiner which is a force of nature, and you will soon find out why.She is a No1 International Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker, Empowerment and Relationship Coach and Transformational Leadership Trainer with well over 30 years of experience helping people experience happiness, success and fulfilment. She’s the founder of the Thrive Together Tribe membership and personal and spiritual development programme and The Enlightened Leadership Programme.Gina and I talked about her amazing story of running one of England's most successful schools to developing her own Leadership programme Enlighten Leadership, what leadership skills there is needed more than ever the new now, she gives her top advice on what you can do as a leader to achieve better relationships and results.What is your biggest takeaway from this conversation?In a nutshell, our is that good, caring leadership always wins. What’s your biggest insight or takeaway? Please let us know in the comments or vi

In this episode, Michael have Robert Hall as a guest, he has decades of experience as a restaurant operator in Washington DC. In 2014 was nominated as Manager of the Year by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington. Robert has worked a number of renowned chefs and restaurateurs such as Todd English, Jonathan Waxman, Jose Andres and many more.We talked about the current pandemic and impact on restaurants now and long term as well as how to re-boot your business and get back into actions. The power of a meal and being a local restaurant operator in the new now and restaurants key role in our communities.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

We are a group of likeminded people who decided to put this special episode together due to our love for the industry and in the hope that our thinking and ideas could help independent and smaller restaurant groups to bounce back and not only survive but thrive in the current COVID-19 storm as well as create a new future. The Danish Trade Council UK took the lead to bring us all together. We are order technology Take-Out Group, pos-systems QuickOrder, consultancies FoodOnTheMove and Hospitality Mavericks. In this episode Mark McGlinn, Mads Wedderkop and Michael Tingsager will  be talking about the current storm in the industry - how to survive and thrive in it, how technology, take-out and delivery can be part of the solution and there is some top advice which can be implemented straight away at the end of this episode on what operators can do to get ready for the future.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Michael talks with CEO and Founder of On-Purpose Tom Rippin. He runs an award-winning organisation that believes in putting purpose before profit and are helping people find work that matters and they will care about. They do that by helping them building new mindsets and skills around leadership with a clear focus on doing good for people and the planet.They talked about the turmoil the world is and what it means to organisations, a need for new business and economic paradigm, the importance of doing the right thing in crises and what kind of leadership is required going forward. This episode will help you get ideas around how you as a leader should build and run your organisation in the new future.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, we have a very special guest Ken Burgin. Ken has a wealth of experience in the industry from operating his own businesses and been an adviser and consultant for smaller independent restaurants. He is now part of Silver Chef as Strategic Partner and Event Manager. He also runs a number of workshops online to better inform operators on how to navigate the ever-changing markets.We talked about the current storm in the industry - how to survive and thrive in it. How to manage your state in these difficult times, the role of delivery, the power of leading through purpose and values, and much more.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Michael talks with Zoey Henderson Founder of CleanSlate which is a consultancy working for a sustainable future within food and drinks. She as a wealth of restaurant and hospitality experience creating and running her own businesses as well as recently being the head of operations for Redemption Bar.  We talked about the current storm in the industry - how to survive and thrive in it. Attitude to employees, Mindfulness and mental health, The way we will have to operate in the years to come and how food can be a catalyst for change.You can follow on LinkedIn: zoey-hendersonThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Michael talks with HR Executive Marco Reick on the Podcast. He has a wealth of leadership experience from brands like The Restaurant Group, Bill’s, Leon and Black Sheep Coffee.He now running his own consultancy MR Consult UK as an advisor and consultant helping companies to boost performance through their people.We talked about the current storm in the industry - how to survive and thrive in it, how to developing your company values and use them to navigate through the current storm. The importance of using this time to reflect on what you can do to be stronger as individual as well as as an organisation on the other side of the crisis. What kind of leadership approach that will be needed to excel in the new world and much more...This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Today guest Brian Moore is a very special friend and business connection of Michael. Brian is a global retail expert, analyst, trainer and writer with decades of experience. Brian is the CEO of EMR- NamNews Ltd- a daily and monthly news covering everything from supermarkets to foodservice.Brian and Michael will be talking about the current situation and how to navigate the storm - and the importance of the power of the good old 4 P’s and positioning and much more.Remember if you would like some help please reach out to Brian you can do that via LinkedIn; Brian Moore or check out his blog at www.kamcityblog.com If you have not signed up to the newsletter go to https://www.experience101.live/ and sign up today.Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo who are making this possible.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Kieron speaks with Kim Scott who happens to be the author of one of his favourite books in the last 2 years, “Radical Candor” is based around a simple idea of Care Personally and Challenge Directly.Kieron and Kim talked through the different scenarios that we are all facing right now could be addressed utilising the Radical Candor model, from leaders having tough conversations with their teams, to the perils of enforcing physical distancing when you are out for your exercise or shopping when you’re surrounded by others who aren’t respecting the rules and most importantly to a lot of us right now, dealing with the potential pressure and tension of being pent up at home with our families, folks who know how to push our buttons to garner a response more than most.You can find Kim on Twitter at @kimballscott more details on the work that the Radical Candor team do in the training world @candor You will find their website www.radicalcandor.com and obviously the book is available at Radic

Kieron talked with Tim on Saturday 28th March as Yummy prepared to transition to grocery retailers. The pub has always been the heart of the community for some and the greengrocers for the rest, so for Tim and the team to combine the 2 in these times of strife made perfect sense.Kieron and Tim talked culture and how that is the thing that ensures the entire team are on the same page, talked about the fire at Somerstown in 2018 and how that mentally helped the 3 founders be prepared for this crisis and through building partnerships that endure. Tim, Anthony and Jason are three fellas passionate about running amazing pubs for the communities they serve but most importantly they recognise that to do that, they must serve their teams first.Find Tim on social @YummyTim or on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/foster-tim-440626aand find the Yummy Pub Co at @yummypubs and at www.yummypubs.co.ukThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Michael speaks to Robin Ashton from Ashton Foodservice Consulting in the US. Robin is a consultant and expert that have been advising the industry for decades with insights on what is going on and trends.Robin gives us an overview of what is going on in the US market, gives advise short and long term for operators on how to navigate this storm. He also gives ideas on what you should be doing in the coming period to be ready on the other side.Remember if you would like to check out more about Robin - please visit; www.theashtonreport.comIf you have not signed up to the newsletter go to https://www.experience101.live/ and sign up today.Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo for supporting us get this out to more movers, shakers and mavericks - together we can overcome this.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Kieron talks with Fergal Dooley who is an operator turned hospitality consultant. Fergal spent many years in London as Director of Operations for Valentina Fine Foods before relocating to Washington DC to join The Doyle Collection. Kieron and Fergal discussed the impact on the Washington hospitality scene and how that community has come together through social media to support one another. We covered furlough pay, the industry feeding its people and the National Guard patrolling the streets.You can connect with Fergal on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/fergal-dooley-8308711a or over on Twitter @fergaldooley If you have not signed up to the newsletter go to https://www.experience101.live/ and sign up today.Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo who is making this possible.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode Michael talks with Barry Shuster who is the founding editor and an investment partner of Restaurant Startup & Growth Magazine and RestaurantOwner.com, an online and print media company serving restaurant entrepreneurs.Michael and Barry talks about the current storm and its impact on the industry and especially independent and small restaurant groups.Remember if you would like some help please reach out to Barry on LinkedIn - Barry Shuster.If you have not signed up to the newsletter go to https://www.experience101.live/ and sign up today.Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo who is making this possible. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Michael is talking with Julian Mathews Solicitor and Partner at Wedlake Bell LLP in London. He has for years been advising hospitality and restaurant businesses. We talked about the current storm and what operators need to prepare themself for legally short and long term. We also covered what operators should do in the coming period to be ready when they come out of hibernation. We discuss how all this impact company culture and employee engagement now and long term.Remember if you would like some help please reach out to Julian either via email: jmathews@wedlakebell.com or phone: 07968 558739Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo who is making this possible. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Michael is talking with Elaine Batho, who is Life and wellness coach that helps hospitality professionals living healthier and happier lives. She has worked in the hospitality industry for decades and really understands how it all works. We talked about how to survive and thrive now and long term. She gives you practical tools for supporting you own as well as your team mental health.Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo who is making this possible. Extra helpMy website http://www.elainebatho.comMind Charity http://www.Mind.co.uk NHS every mind matters page https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ Hayhouse.co.uk as a resource for courses and books with multiple personal development authors and experts.Recommended reading: Growth Mindset by Carole DweckThe monk who sold his Ferrari by Robin SharmaHeadspace book and app by Andy PuddicombeWho moved my cheese by Spencer JohnsonThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysi

In this episode, we have Ivan Brewer from Australia. Ivan is a restaurant advisor and expert that helps SME food and beverage businesses achieve sustainable profitability. We will be talking about how to survive and thrive the shit storm as an operator. What preparation you can do now to ensure you are ready when business picks up again.Remember if you would like some help or chat, please reach out to Ivan LinkedIn Ivan Brewer.If you have not signed up to the newsletter, go to https://www.experience101.live/ and sign up today.Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola and Vita Mojo who is making this possible. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Carlene Jackson, CEO Cloud9 Insight, an award-winning business change consultancy, helping SMEs grow profitability through the use of Microsoft cloud technologies. In this episode Michael sat down with Carlene to discuss the current storm in the world and how to survive this, how to develop a company's purpose, how to build culture, people practices and how making food together in a workplace can boost engagement and productivity.Podcast edited by Let's Talk Video Production:  https://letstalkvideoproduction.com/(https://letstalkvideoproduction.com/) #Hospitality #HospitalityMavericks #Restaurants #Restaurant #MichaelTingsager #CarleneJackson #PutPeopleFirst #BeMaverick #DareToBeDifferent #Podcast #Podcasts #Business #Industry #Cloud9 #Cloud9Insights #Brighton #Leadership #CurrentStorm #HowToSurvive #Microsoft #Technology #SMEs #Profitability #Consultancy #Development #Purpose #Culture #People #PeoplePractices #Together #Engagement #ProductivityThis podcast uses the following third-party servic

In this episode, we have Mark McCulloch from Supersonic Inc who is a very experienced marketing dude in the hospitality and restaurant industry. Mark is a strategist/expert/guru, you decide which of those titles fits him best. In this episode Mark and Kieron had a great chat covering B2C relationships, about why the industry should be helping one another and how we shake off the shock and start moving forward. This podcast is about hope and recognising that the time for defence is done, now we have to go on the offence sooner rather than later or be stuck in the past.This is a great chat between two friends who love this industry, we hope you enjoy. Remember if you would like some help, please reach out to Mark via Twitter @supersonic_inc Or on linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/markmccullochIf you would like more of this; please subscribe to one of our channels more to come very soon. If you have not signed up to the newsletter, go to https://www.experience101.live/ and sign up today. Thanks

In this episode, we have Lucy Noone-Blake a very experienced Marketing & Communications Specialist in the hospitality and retail industry. Lucy has been through challenges throughout her career with brands like Living Ventures, Hawksmoor and most recently, Pear Communications . She gives her views on where she sees the industry is and some top communications tips to ensure that your brand message is consistent and In line with your values. Remember if you would like some help, please reach out to Lucy via Twitter @lucinoone7Or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucy-noone-blake-87a117abIf you would like more of this; please subscribe to one of our channels more to come very soon. If you have not signed up to the newsletter, go to  https://www.experience101.live/ (https://www.experience101.live/) and sign up today. Thanks to our partners HGEM, Tahola, Vita Mojo for supporting us get this out to more movers, shakers and mavericks - together we can overcome this.This podcast use