By Boostly

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 vali…

By Boostly

By Boostly

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 s…

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 restau…

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…

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.…

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…

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…

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 in…

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 …

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 the…

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 exe…

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 resta…

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 l…

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, loya…

David Doty, owner of Lehigh Bakery, shares his journey in the restaurant industry and the growth of his bakery. He discusses his background in finance and law and how he transitioned into the food industry. David emphasizes the importance of customer experience and engagement in driving sales and growth. He shares strategies such as saying yes to c…

Sterling Douglass, co-founder and CEO of Chowley, shares insights and tactics for restaurant marketing. He discusses the importance of point-of-sale integration and the value of digital marketing tools for SMB restaurants. Douglass emphasizes the need to focus on both generating demand and creating repeat orders. He highlights the significance of m…

Jeff McFadden, founder of The Smoked Taco and Wallabies Smokehouse, shares his experiences in building successful restaurant brands. He emphasizes the importance of finding a unique niche and creating something that stands out from the competition. Jeff also discusses the challenges of scaling a business and the need to address operational issues a…

On this special episode of Restaurant Rocket Fuel Shane Murphy is a guest on Smart Pizza Marketing Podcast with Bruce Irving. Welcome to another episode of Smart Pizza Marketing! In this episode, our host Bruce sits down with special guest Shane, the founder of Boostly.com. Boostly offers a fast and efficient text marketing service that allows pizz…

Matt Doka, co-founder and CTO of Five Stars, shares the story of how Five Stars started and the importance of loyalty programs for small businesses. He discusses the shift from just having a loyalty program to creating a comprehensive life cycle communication platform that turns transactions into relationships. Matt emphasizes the effectiveness of …

Jerry Hancock, founder of SubZero Ice Cream, shares the story behind the unique ice cream concept and the process of using liquid nitrogen to create custom-made ice cream. He discusses the challenges of starting a franchise business and the impact of appearing on Shark Tank. Hancock emphasizes the importance of community involvement and grassroots …

Sean Walchef shares his journey as a restaurant owner and media creator, emphasizing the importance of storytelling and digital presence. He discusses the shift from 'if you build it, they will come' to the reality of needing to tell your own story. He highlights the significance of the 'orange tree story' and the power of repetition in storytellin…

Brett Linkletter, founder and CEO of DineLine, shares his expertise in restaurant marketing. He discusses the importance of tracking ROI and offers various methods for restaurants to track their success, such as using QR codes, store visits, and credit card swipes. Linkletter emphasizes the need for restaurants to focus on both customer acquisition…

Mike Norton, an expert in restaurant marketing, shares insights on the importance of data collection and utilization in the restaurant industry. He emphasizes the need for restaurants to have a cohesive system to collect customer data and highlights the value of tools like reviews and feedback solutions. Norton discusses the challenges faced by the…

Sean Huntington, former owner of Sweet Cakes Cafe, shares the story behind the bakery and cafe and how it developed over time. The business gained recognition after being featured on TLC's Best Food Ever TV series. Sean discusses the impact of the TV appearance on their sales and the challenges they faced in sustaining that momentum. He emphasizes …

Summary Bennett Maxwell, founder of Dirty Dough, shares his journey of building a successful gourmet cookie franchise. He discusses the importance of mental health and mindset in finding joy and fulfillment in life. Bennett highlights the key strategies that have contributed to the rapid growth of Dirty Dough, including leveraging word-of-mouth mar…

Andy Gartz, founder of Slab Pizza, shares the origin story of his successful pizzeria and the strategies he used to build a cult-like following. The key to Slab's success was focusing on high-quality pizza and letting the product speak for itself. They didn't rely on traditional marketing methods but instead relied on word-of-mouth and customer ref…

Our first episode and its a good one! Shane Murphy our host of Restaurant Rocket Fuel interviews Bruce Irving, founder of Smart Pizza Marketing, shares his expertise on marketing for SMB restaurants. He discusses his background in the pizza industry and how he started the Smart Pizza Marketing podcast. Bruce highlights the challenges he faced in ma…

Episode Overview: In this initial episode of the Restaurant Rocket Fuel podcast, host Shane Murphy, founder and CEO of Boostly, the leading SMS marketing provider for the restaurant industry, sets the stage for what listeners can expect from this valuable resource. Shane shares his vision for the podcast, which is to empower restaurant owners and o…

Hey everyone welcome back to The Hungry Podcast. I have a brilliant episode where I speak with Melanie Manuel owner of Celesta Restaurant! Melanie is an experienced chef and vegan restaurant owner of Celesta Restaurant based in Wisconsin. Melanie is also a Vegan consultant! We talk about Melanie's background as a former teacher, and a lot about the…

Hey everyone welcome back to The Hungry Podcast. I have a really interesting episode where I speak with ROI Expert Matt Plapp! Matt is CEO of Driven Media Solutions, a full service marketing firm located in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky. He has written his own book called "Don't 86 Your Restaurant Sales", he is a keen speaker, and creator of ROI E…

Hey everyone welcome back to The Hungry Podcast. I have a really interesting episode where I speak with Ian Ohan - CEO and FOUNDER of Krush Brands. Krush Brands is a world-class, food and beverage operating and franchising company with the best-in-class proprietary food technology and delivery, headquartered in Dubai. Links: https://www.linkedin.co…

Erik Shellenberger comes from a diverse range of experiences in the restaurant/bar industry. He is the current founder of Bar Marketing Basics (barmarketingbasics.com) and is an expert on bar and restaurant marketing and specializes in SEO and reputation management. Website: barmarketingbasics.com Book: https://amzn.to/2YThWz2 Email: erik@barmarket…

Jim Rowe has been a natural entrepreneur most of his life, with multiple business ventures until he opened up his first restaurant, a wing spot, in the college town to now owning 5 restaurants in the area including a new brewery! He shares his insight and tips for those in the restaurant industry in this week's exciting episode. www.ellensburgcreat…

Ely Faigenblat has helped dozens of businesses from Lawyers, Accountants, to E-Commerce and shares his experiences and what he has learned on how to dramatically improve businesses in this technological world in this episode. tenleemedia.com Talk to us we'd love to hear from you for any social media tips or if you'd like to be on the show! Email: d…

The food hospitality business is tough. Gordon Restaurant Consulting will help you to create systems, marketing strategies, management training, organization in both front and back of house, and much more. Gordon Restaurant Consulting's expert advice originates with founder Fred Gordon, a general manager with over 15 years in the industry, a limitl…

Jeff has become a key member in his family's restaurant group and shares his various experiences that lead him to become a huge part of operating such a successful restaurant group which offers incredible dishes as well as some of the best wines as he is also a professional Sommelier. Has been in the business for 20+ years and plans to continue to …

Jay Runnfeldt has owned, developed and operated 20 different restaurants and bar concepts for over 26 years. Former operator and owner of Three Headed Productions, where he created, owned, and operated 14 restaurant concepts. Currently involved with JCB projects where he acted as owner, operator or advisor to innovative restaurants and bars in the …

Interview with Kyle Kingrey, proffessional Chef at Flights Restaurant Las Vegas! Flights was founded on the idea that dining should be just as much fun as it is delicious. With this in mind, they created an aviation themed restaurant with food and drink “flights” that are perfect for sharing. https://www.facebook.com/kyle.kingrey.7 Website: www.fli…

Chris Montanez is the owner of "A taste of Puerto Rico Catering" in Manassas, Virginia. Website: https://atasteofprc.wixsite.com/atasteofpuertoricoca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atasteofpuertoricocatering/ Talk to us we'd love to hear from you for any social media tips or if you'd like to be on the show! Email: [email protected] F…

Interview with Peter McCarthy, longtime restaurant owner, owns 2 restaurants in Boston, Massachusetts and he is a big advocate of sustainable and farm to table food. Check him out when you're in Boston you won't be disappointed! Za Cambridge: https://www.facebook.com/zacambridge/?eid=ARD6JGWalC6xXV5VqovZgNh11WcG623VPUnNQTAx-a9jlbdDKQoCn0s6ybC9KCbm8…

Interview with Scott Stanfield, a Restaurant GM Coach & Modern Longevitarian who optimizes restaurants through people, and training. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottrstanfield/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/straightcabbage/?hl=en Website: Thegmcoach.com Talk to us! We'd love to hear from you for any social media tips or if you'd li…

Talk to us we'd love to hear from you! Email: [email protected] or check us out on social media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RestaurantMediaCompany/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantmediauk/ Adam Diltz New Restaurant called Elwood. Opening soon in Philadelphia (Fishtown area) Website: http://www.elwoodrestaurant.com/ …

Welcome back to The Hungry Podcast Episode 2 where I interview the one and only Kevin Van De Luitgaarden! Known for his restaurant marketing expertise, and restaurant social media course. Listen and find out Kevin’s story! Kevin's Social Media For Restaurants Facebook Group Link - https://www.facebook.com/groups/432378850557112/ Kevin's Social Medi…

Myself (Daniel) and Alex Dennery discuss together social media for restaurants, and why it should be used by every restaurant globally.