Best David ”Rev” Ciancio Podcasts (2024)

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Rebecca Berry: Pioneering Hospitality and Empowering Careers 29:17

11d ago29:17

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Meet Rebecca Berry, a hospitality trailblazer with over a decade of dedicated service! As the Senior Sales Manager for Career & Workforce Advancement at the National Restaurant Association, Rebecca is reshaping careers in the dynamic world of hospitality. Her impressive background includes serving as a former board member of The Colorado Restaurant…

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Experience Over Food: Insights from David "Rev" Ciancio 31:18

2M ago31:18

31:18

We had the pleasure of featuring the incredible David "Rev" Ciancio for his second appearance on our podcast! If you missed his first episode, be sure to check out #158. Rev is a powerhouse in the business, tech, and marketing world. He's the Co-Founder and CMO of Handcraft Burgers and Brews and the Head of Revenue Marketing for Branded Strategic H…

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Batter Up: A Sweet Journey with Fenway Park's Pastry Chef, Caitlin Follett 31:13

5M ago31:13

31:13

Meet Caitlin Follett, the Pastry Chef Extraordinaire at Fenway Park! Boston-born and deeply immersed in Boston sports, Caitlin shares her journey from MBA graduate to creating delectable desserts for Fenway's premium department, private suites, and catering programs. Her unique blend of culinary expertise and business acumen sets her apart in the i…

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Location, Loyalty, and Lessons: Insights from Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America 31:14

6M ago31:14

31:14

Troy Hooper, CEO of Hot Palette America, the parent company of Pepper Lunch is our exciting guest this week. Troy's journey is a fascinating blend of real estate, construction, culinary arts, and supply chain expertise, all converging into his remarkable career path. Troy delves into the art of choosing the perfect location for success, drawing par…

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Exploring the Slice of Hospitality with Aaron Weedy, VP of Finance at Ledo Pizza 29:22

8M ago29:22

29:22

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Weedy, Vice President of Finance for Ledo Pizza, to unravel the fascinating journey of a finance professional in the dynamic world of hospitality. Aaron shares his unexpected entry into the industry during college, highlighting the diverse career paths that hospitality can offer. We delve into Ledo Pizza's ri…

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Hospitality Excellence: We Welcome Back Žana Usher 30:38

8M ago30:38

30:38

We're thrilled to welcome back Žana Usher, Founder and CEO of Žana DeVine Hospitality, for another insightful episode. In our previous chat, Žana shared her incredible journey in the hospitality industry and emphasized the importance of attention to detail for an exceptional guest experience. Today, she's back, urging us to go the extra mile and el…

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Beyond Borders: Allie Bahn's Guide to Fearless Travel with Food Allergies 30:34

9M ago30:34

30:34

Dive into the world of fearless travel with our latest episode featuring Allie Bahn! As a seasoned writer, content creator, educator, and consultant, Allie shares her awe-inspiring journeys through the unique lens of living with severe food allergies. Starting her blog back in 2008, Allie has become a beacon of knowledge in the realm of safe and en…

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Educating for Impact: Lisa Cohen's Fight for Food Allergy Awareness 33:30

9M ago33:30

33:30

We welcome back Lisa Cohen, the founder and CEO of The Kyah Rayne Foundation. Lisa, who tragically lost her daughter Kyah Rayne to an anaphylaxis reaction, returns with inspiring updates. The foundation has just launched new course specifically designed for restaurants and food service personnel. These courses aim to raise awareness and educate on …

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Paws for Protection: Natalie Rice's Family's Journey with Harley, the Peanut-Sniffing Superdog 30:10

10M ago30:10

30:10

In this podcast episode, our guest is Natalie Rice, owner of the peanut-sniffing service dog named Harley, who has gained fame on Instagram. Natalie shares the story of her daughter, who experienced a traumatic bullying incident that heightened her anxiety over a peanut allergy, making dining out even more challenging. The podcast delves into the f…

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Empowering Families with Food Allergies: Diva Galan's Journey 27:38

11M ago27:38

27:38

We have the pleasure of hosting Diva Galan, an attorney, blogger, and dedicated Food Allergy Mom. Her story is one of resilience and transformation, driven by her children's food allergies. Diva's journey began when her son experienced an anaphylactic reaction to milk at just 6 months old. Additionally, her daughter was diagnosed with Eosinophilic …

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Food, Health, and Unstoppable Determination with Betsy Craig, CEO of MenuTrinfo 32:43

11M ago32:43

32:43

Join us for an extraordinary journey with Betsy Craig, a true testament to the power of resilience and determination! Battling and conquering the relentless autoimmune disease scleroderma, she has emerged as an unstoppable force in the business world. Food played a pivotal role in Betsy's life, especially in the context of her illness. Scleroderma,…

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"Altitudes and Allergies: Navigating Air Travel with Food Allergies" with Lianne Mandelbaum 43:21

12M ago43:21

43:21

In this compelling episode, we're joined by Lianne Mandelbaum, the Founder of The No Nut Traveler. Her journey began with a distressing airport incident while traveling with her 8-year-old son, who has severe food allergies. Shockingly, the airline's response was, "If you think he's going to die, don't fly." This experience ignited Lianne's mission…

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Passion and People: Dan Anfinson's Inspiring Career in the Restaurant Industry 38:09

1y ago38:09

38:09

In this episode, we are joined by Dan Anfinson, President of Slapfish Restaurant Group and COO of Mac Haik Restaurant Group. Growing up around the restaurant business, with his father as the general manager of Jack in the Box, Dan's passion for the culinary world ignited at an early age. Starting as a dishwasher at a local pizza joint, he found him…

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Luis Velasco - Jollibee 40:05

1y ago40:05

40:05

How does Jollibee successfully market at the location level? Welcome to a very special edition of the "How do multi-unit brands successfully market at the location level?" show. Luis Velasco , Senior Vice President for Marketing for Jollibee will be giving a special presentation on how to create incredible buzz during grand openings by sharing thei…

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Bob Anderson - The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill 27:33

1y ago27:33

27:33

How does The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Bob Anderson will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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Dr. Julie Sweeney: The pediatrician providing expert consultation to families facing the obstacles of allergies 30:01

1y ago30:01

30:01

Dr. Julie Sweeney, a pediatrician and food allergy consultant, shares her personal journey of navigating her child's food allergy diagnosis. As the founder of ALLERGY MOM MD, Dr. Julie brings a unique perspective to the challenges faced by families in dealing with allergies and other inflammatory conditions. She discusses the process of food allerg…

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Advocacy Amplified: Elizabeth Anderlik's Inspiring Story of Advocating for Food Allergy Awareness and Policy Change 23:04

1y ago23:04

23:04

In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Elizabeth Anderlik, a remarkable advocate for food allergies and disabilities. Elizabeth shares her personal journey, highlighting the challenges she faced with multiple food allergies and the lack of proper accommodations in her school, which led to her being homeschooled. She experienced a ne…

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Deric Rosenbaum - Groucho’s Deli 30:29

1y ago30:29

30:29

How does Groucho's Deli successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Deric Rosenbaum will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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Equity and Prosperity: Exploring the Feasibility of Inclusive Capitalism with John Pepper 36:55

1y ago36:55

36:55

John Pepper is a visionary entrepreneur and advocate for socially responsible capitalism. With a strong belief in the power of capitalism to benefit hourly workers, John shares his inspiring journey and insights into creating a more inclusive economy. John's path began during his business school days, where he partnered with two fellow students to …

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From Anxiety to Advocacy: Jason Chan's Dual Mission for Mental Health and Food Allergy Awareness 30:00

1y ago30:00

30:00

Jason Chan, an Australian-based advocate for food allergies and mental health, is also a dedicated researcher in the field of alternative medicine. Among his three children, all of whom have had food allergies, his daughter continues to grapple with them. Upon discovering her food allergy while feeding her at just 3 months old, Jason experienced ov…

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Enhancing Therapies for Food Allergies: Insights from Patient Experiences with Dr. Joey Mattingly 39:18

1y ago39:18

39:18

Associate Professor Joey Mattingly from the University of Utah College of Pharmacy discusses his collaboration with the FDA to better understand patient and caregiver experiences in developing therapies for food allergies. These interviews provided valuable feedback on the FDA's current practices and areas for improvement. The FDA's inclusion of pa…

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Sara Kear - Condado Tacos 30:15

1+ y ago30:15

30:15

How does Condado Tacos successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Sara Kear will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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Betsy Hamm - Duck Donuts 29:45

1+ y ago29:45

29:45

How does Duck Donuts successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Betsy Hamm will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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When Eating is Torture with Jessica Carrillo, a Food Allergy Advocate 28:50

1+ y ago28:50

28:50

Food allergy advocate Jessica Carrillo shares her personal journey of living with food allergies. Jessica was diagnosed with a peanut allergy at the age of 2 and has since developed additional allergies over time. At the age of 12, she experienced a traumatic allergic reaction that left her feeling anxious and triggered by food. Jessica shares how …

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Blake Johnson - Craveworthy Brands 31:28

1+ y ago31:28

31:28

How does Craveworthy Brands successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Blake Johnson will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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From Manchester to America: The Culinary Journey of Jonathan Pye 26:31

1+ y ago26:31

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In this episode of the podcast, we welcome Jonathan Pye, a renowned chef with an impressive career in the culinary world. Jonathan takes us on a journey through his culinary background, from his apprenticeship at a Victorian hotel in Manchester, England to his current role as Corporate Executive Chef - West region at American Dining Creations. Jona…

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"Insights from a Powerhouse" with Audrey Cha, Creator of All About Allergies 25:39

1+ y ago25:39

25:39

Join us on this episode as we chat with Audrey Cha, a Spokin Ambassador and member of the FARE Teen Advisory Group, about her journey as a food allergy advocate. Audrey is the creator of All About Allergies, an educational allergy page that provides valuable resources to help raise awareness about food allergies. Audrey shares her personal story, s…

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Empowering Food Allergy Advocacy: Thomas Silvera's Story and Elijah-Alavi Foundation's Mission for Legislative Change 32:47

1+ y ago32:47

32:47

Thomas Silvera, Co-Founder and VP of Elijah-Alavi Foundation, delves into the foundation's mission, outlining their goals and aspirations, and discusses their efforts to drive legislative change at both state and federal levels, with a particular focus on advocating for individuals with food allergies. Thomas highlights the foundation's efforts to …

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Allen Beck - Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill 30:28

1+ y ago30:28

30:28

How does Costa Vida Fresh Mexican Grill evaluate and operate new tech and successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Allen Beck will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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Food Allergy Care: Addressing Gaps and Advocating for Better Standards with Jennifer Jobrack. 31:33

1+ y ago31:33

31:33

Jennifer Jobrack, Principal of Food Allergy Pros and a long-time food allergy advocate, talks about her personal journey with food allergies, specifically her son's struggle with failure to thrive due to his allergies. Jennifer highlights the significant differences in the standard of care for food allergies across medical professionals and shares …

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Calling Out Ageism in Media with Nancy Shenker, CEO and Founder of theONswitch 34:00

1+ y ago34:00

34:00

Nancy A. Shenker, CEO and Founder of theONswitch, is a seasoned marketing professional with years of experience in building brands, writing, and speaking on a variety of topics related to marketing, entrepreneurship, and the changing landscape of technology. One of the key trends she has observed is the shift from analog to digital in the marketing…

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Nicole McCray - Rushbowls 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

How does Rushbowls successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Nicole McCray will give you insights on how they are doing it so you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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We are a Science Experiment, with Ruth Holroyd, Author and Blogger 31:39

1+ y ago31:39

31:39

Whatallergy.com is one of the Top UK allergy blogs, written by Ruth Holroyd to encourage people to question and learn about their life-affecting condition. Ruth is an allergy and eczema expert, leaning into her passion for advocacy. During the Covid lockdown, Ruth wrote her first book, "Anaphylaxis: The Essential Guide: An Action Plan For Living Wi…

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Lee Hammond - TheTowpath Inn and Magnetic Hospitality 30:54

1+ y ago30:54

30:54

How does The Towpath Inn and Magnetic Hospitality successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Lee Hammond will give you insights on how they are doing it so that you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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Ellie Doty - Formerly of Taco Bell, KFC, Chili’s & Burger King 30:37

1+ y ago30:37

30:37

How do brands like Taco Bell, KFC, Chili's & Burger King successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Ellie Doty of High Impact Marketing will give you insights on how they are doing it so that you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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Finding and Retaining Elite Talent with Melissa Brown, COO of Concierge Elite 33:40

1+ y ago33:40

33:40

Melissa Brown is COO of Concierge Elite and podcast host of “Understaffed”. She has a passion for organizational management, training and development. She enjoys assisting businesses in putting processes in place to have a solid foundation to grow from. Businesses need to rethink how they hire. Employees want different jobs or benefits. Today's wor…

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Court Allam, Founder and CEO of Restaurant Marketing University, Unleashes his Superpowers 36:53

1+ y ago36:53

36:53

Court Allam is the Founder and CEO and Founder of Restaurant Marketing University and Go Explore Local. His backstory begins as a teacher and coach, and he leaned into those superpowers to launch his business. If you are intrigued about earning passive, recurring revenue, but unsure how it works, Court offers that service and provides advice in thi…

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Zidaan Kapoor is Developing an App to Combat Food Allergy Anxiety 23:36

1+ y ago23:36

23:36

Zidaan Kapoor is an awe-inspiring guest. At 16 years old and a sophomore in high school, this impressive young man is an activist and entrepreneur. Also an advocate for the food allergy community, he is the founder of Fight Fears, an app that helps children overcome anxiety and mental health issues through individualized challenges. He shares his f…

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The Intersection of Food and Identity with Gabrielle Zimmerman 32:12

1+ y ago32:12

32:12

Gabrielle Zimmerman is a passionate wellness warrior on the path to becoming an esteemed Registered Dietitian. She already has impressive accomplishments, such as authoring "When Food Can Kill You: What the World Needs to Know”. After facing difficulty with medical professionals that dismissed, misdiagnosed and were disinclined to take action, it w…

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Tips, Tricks and Tactics to Master Marketing with David 'Rev' Ciancio 32:51

1+ y ago32:51

32:51

In this episode of ShandeeLand, Shandee interviews Rev Ciancio, the Cofounder and CMO of Handcraft Burgers & Brews. Together, they discuss Rev's upcoming Restaurant Growth Summit, his extensive experience in marketing for hospitality and technology companies, and some lighthearted stories from his time in the music industry. Rev shares his top tips…

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The FA Mom to FA Mom Connection with Lynda Mitchell, Interim CEO of Allergy & Asthma Network 33:15

1+ y ago33:15

33:15

Lynda Mitchell, a food allergy mom and long time leader in the allergy and asthma community, is the Interim CEO at Allergy & Asthma Network. Lynda bravely opens up about her experiences becoming a mother to a child with food allergies, offering insight into the challenges it presented 30 years ago when her son was born. She was a protective mother,…

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Embracing Self-Acceptance with Amanda Orlando, Advocate and Author 29:07

1+ y ago29:07

29:07

Amanda Orlando is a passionate advocate and writer, and shares her inspiring journey of finding self-acceptance while living with food allergies. Amanda has had an incredible career journey - having founded 'Free to be Me' events. She is the popular blogger behind the blog 'Everyday Allergen-Free', and culminates in her success as author of a succe…

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Lisa Cohen, Founder and CEO of The Kyah Rayne Foundation, Transformed Her Pain into Action 34:35

1+ y ago34:35

34:35

Lisa Cohen experienced a parent’s greatest grief. Her daughter, Kyah Rayne, passed due to a fatal anaphylaxis reaction. Lisa has been working tirelessly in honor of her precious girl by founding The Kyah Rayne Foundation to raise awareness about food allergies and the potential for life-threatening reactions. Through increased awareness and educati…

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Talking Early Allergen Introduction and Preventative Healthcare with Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson, MD, MBE, FAAP 41:13

2y ago41:13

41:13

Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson’s journey is one of invention and exploration; she has had a unique and captivating life. Dr. Swanson is Chief Medical Officer at SpoonfulONE and Before Brands. Her professional journey includes a Masters in Bioethics, and she is an Adjunct Professor at Stanford University. Swanson is also an official spokesperson for the Amer…

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Deena McKinley - Papa Gino’s Pizza and D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches 31:48

2y ago31:48

31:48

How does Papa Gino’s Pizza and D’Angelo Grilled Sandwiches successfully market at the location level? This conversation with Deena McKinley will give you insights on how they are doing it so that you can do it too.By David ”Rev” Ciancio

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As In Park Services Revenue Manager for Games & Attractions at Elitch Gardens, Jorie Kurt's Mission is to Bring Joy, One Smile at a Time 28:55

2y ago28:55

28:55

Elitch Gardens has a rich 130-year history with the city of Denver and Jorie Kurt is their Park Services Revenue Manager for Games and Attractions. Jorie’s artistic and creative tendencies, plus her desire to be a teacher, make her perfect for her position! Her mission is to be the kind of person that makes people smile, whether guests or team memb…

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"Making Headlines" with Gwen Smith, Co-Founder and Editor of Allergic Living 33:05

2y ago33:05

33:05

Gwen Smith is Allergic Living’s co-founder and editor, and knows the realities of life with food allergies as she is allergic to soy, shellfish, and peanuts. Gwen developed these food allergies as an adult, but she was the kid with the bad tummy and a disdain for these foods. The allergies developed into adult-onset anaphylaxis. She shares her food…

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Delivering Joy, Jennifer Caraway is Founder of The Joy Bus Charity and The Joy Bus Diner 29:28

2y ago29:28

29:28

Jennifer Caraway is a chef, co-author of “More Than a Meal," and "Chopped" champion. But her most important work is The Joy Bus Charity. This non-profit was inspired by Jennifer's dear friend Joy, who had been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Jennifer would make her foodie treats to help her feel better, and that inspired Jennifer to try to help othe…

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"Thriving in the Struggle" with Maile Crewdson, Winner of Food Network's 'Great Chocolate Showdown' 32:22

2y ago32:22

32:22

Maile Crewdson is shining bright, currently in the limelight after her winning Food Network Canada’s Great Chocolate Showdown Season Three. Although not having professional baking experience, she started baking as a way to find ways to keep her son, suffering from food allergies, safe while making food items that she loved. The family’s food allerg…

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"The Team Comes First." The Art of Hospitality with Michael Fiato 30:31

2y ago30:31

30:31

Michael Fiato is SVP of Guest Experience at Eurest and author of “The Hospitality Edge”. He is an engaging storyteller and shares an incredible story about a hotel housekeeper that inspired and affected him and his professional journey profoundly. Michael discusses the differences between task vs. purpose and how to encourage your employees to unde…

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