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Restaurant industry leaders share their favorite marketing strategies to help other restauranteurs grow their business. Restaurant Rocket Fuel is brought to you by Boostly.
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A rerun of a guest appearance of Shane Murphy, Boostly's Founder & CEO.
In this conversation, Shane Murphy interviews Josh Kopel, a Michelin-awarded restaurateur and restaurant consultant. They discuss the importance of marketing in the restaurant industry, the journey of a restaurateur, and the significance of menu engineering for profitability. Josh emphasizes that sales should be viewed as a service, enhancing the customer experience while also driving revenue. He shares strategies for increasing customer frequency and diversifying revenue streams, ultimately ...
In this conversation, Shane Murphy interviews Mark Sorensen, the owner of Social High Rise, a restaurant marketing agency. Mark shares his extensive background in the restaurant industry and discusses the importance of effective marketing strategies for restaurants, particularly focusing on social media and listing management. He emphasizes the need for authenticity in marketing and how building relationships with customers can lead to greater success. Mark also provides practical advice for ...
In this conversation, Shane Murphy interviews Robert Brill, the owner of Brill Media, about the intricacies of paid media and marketing strategies for restaurants. Robert shares his extensive experience in digital advertising, emphasizing the importance of eliminating guesswork in marketing. He outlines a systematic approach for restaurants to validate their marketing messages, engage customers, and effectively utilize various advertising channels. The discussion also covers the significance ...
In this episode, Shane Murphy interviews Tony Nash of AZ Branding Solutions to explore branding strategies for small businesses in the restaurant and hospitality space. Together they talk through valuable restaurant marketing tips, the importance of crafting compelling brand stories, common pitfalls, and practical advice for business owners. Tony shares expert insights and success stories from his work with customers over the years
Keywords restaurant coaching, marketing strategy, restaurant profitability, Chip Klose, restaurant industry, P3 Mastermind, restaurant marketing, customer acquisition, customer retention, differentiation Summary In this conversation, Shane Murphy interviews Chip Klose, a restaurant coach and author, who shares his journey from theater to the restaurant industry. Chip discusses his role in helping restaurant owners improve profitability and growth through effective marketing strategies. He emp...
The Three Tactics to Grow Your Restaurant’s Revenue webinar, hosted by ChowNow and Boostly, provides actionable strategies for restaurant owners to increase sales and customer loyalty. It covers the importance of collecting and using customer data to send targeted SMS and email marketing campaigns, driving repeat business and boosting order volume. The session also explores the concept of menu engineering, where restaurants can strategically highlight high-margin items and encourage upselling...
In this episode, Shane Murphy and Bruce Irving of Smart Pizza Marketing dive into the world of text marketing and how it can bring immediate impact to a pizzerias sales. Discover practical tips on creating compelling SMS campaigns that drive foot traffic, boost online orders, and encourage repeat business. We'll share how to craft messages that get high open rates, automate promotions to stay top of mind with your customers, and measure the ROI of every text. Tune in to learn how to start lev...
Keywords catering, off-premise marketing, restaurant industry, Costa Vida, profitability, marketing strategies, sales techniques, relationship building, business growth, food service Summary In this conversation, Shane Murphy interviews Alan Beck, the director of off-premise and catering for Costa Vida. They discuss Alan's journey in the restaurant industry, the growth of catering at Costa Vida, and the strategies that have made it a significant part of the business. Alan shares insights on t...
Keywords text marketing, restaurant marketing, customer engagement, sales growth, pizzeria success, marketing strategies, Jamie McMahon, Boostly, customer loyalty, digital marketing Summary In this conversation, Jamie McMahon, owner of Hickory Station Pizzeria, shares his journey of transitioning from traditional marketing methods to text marketing. He discusses the significant impact that text marketing has had on his business, including increased sales and customer engagement. Jamie empha...
Danny Klein, the editorial director for QSR and FSR magazines, shares his background and how he got involved in the restaurant industry. He discusses the challenges the industry is currently facing, such as inflation, labor costs, and access to capital. He also highlights the opportunities for innovation and managing the value equation. Examples include Texas Roadhouse's focus on execution, Chili's messaging for value, and Chick-fil-A's two-story drive-through. Klein emphasizes the importance...
Juan Orrego, co-founder of Cuboh, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the story behind Cuboh's acquisition by ChowNow. Cuboh helps restaurants integrate their online orders into their point of sale system, while ChowNow is a direct online ordering platform. The acquisition allows ChowNow to offer both third-party integration and direct ordering options to restaurants. The conversation highlights the challenges restaurants face with third-party delivery apps and the importance of owning cus...
Scott Porter, founder and CEO of San Diablo Artisan Churros, shares his unconventional career path and the origin story of his churro business. He discusses the importance of customer and brand experience in creating a thriving brand and marketing strategy. Scott talks about how he secured partnerships with stadiums and event centers by winning them over with the taste and quality of his churros. He also shares some successful marketing strategies, including local event-based marketing, revie...
Andrew Smith, the managing director and co-founder of Savory Fund, shares his journey in the restaurant industry and how he helps small local concepts scale and grow. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on the underbelly of a business, which includes leadership, systems, and people. Marketing should be inside-out, with a strong emphasis on executing a great customer experience. Loyalty programs and providing value to customers are key marketing strategies. Andrew also discusses the chall...
Summary Andrew Nikash, co-founder and CEO of FIRST, discusses the challenges and opportunities of third-party delivery for restaurants. He highlights the importance of restaurants maintaining a direct relationship with their customers and offers strategies to reduce the cost of delivery while maximizing profits. Andrew emphasizes the need for restaurants to understand their unit economics and create a separate delivery profit and loss statement. He also suggests using branded tracking links a...
Summary Eric Cacciatore, founder and host of the Restaurant Unstoppable Movement and podcast, shares his background and journey in the restaurant industry. He emphasizes the importance of four walls marketing and creating a great in-store experience. Eric also discusses the challenges and opportunities in the restaurant industry, including rising labor and food costs, diversification of dining options, and the need for restaurant owners to take control of their own customer relationships. Ke...
Steve Smyth, the director of restaurant technology for Taco John's International, shares his experiences of implementing technology in the restaurant industry. Taco John's, a legacy brand known for its tacos and burritos, has been using technology to enhance the guest experience and improve communication. They have implemented mobile ordering, loyalty programs, and third-party delivery services. Taco John's focuses on putting the guest first and continually gathering feedback to improve their...
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