David Campbell is a luminary in the hospitality industry with experience leading iconic brands like Pizza Express and The Ivy to his current ventures in the bakery scene with Ole & Steen. David shares insightful stories from navigating corporate challenges, mastering branding, and spearheading innovative marketing strategies. Together with Mark McC…

What makes a pub stand out from the rest and what is the secret behind a good pint of Guinness? Devonshire co-founder and Guinness aficionado Oisín Rogers answers these questions and more in this week’s episode. Mark McC delves into Oisín’s extensive career in hospitality, exploring his unique path from bypassing university to dominating the pub sc…

In this episode, Mark McC delves into a candid conversation with Liam O'Keefe, brand director at Bleecker Burger, offering an in-depth exploration of their shared experiences in the realm of branding and hospitality. They discuss the landmark achievements of Bleecker Burger, emphasising the significance of becoming a London Living Wage company and …

CEO of Crerar Hotels, the AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2023/24, Chris Wayne-Wills joins Mark McC on this week’s episode to discuss his career, his experience in the hospitality industry and the unique culture and approach of Crerar Hotels. Chris emphasises the importance of personalised guest experiences and attention to detail and highlights t…

Gemma Barter, the Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Honest Burgers discusses the importance of approaching digital marketing from a customer's perspective and emphasises the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the fast-paced digital landscape. She highlights the success of a campaign at Honest Burgers that focused on introducing a new …

It’s bubble tea but for grown ups. In this episode, Mark McC has a chat with Paul Tanner, the Managing Director of CUPP, a bubble tea brand. Paul shares his journey from being a barista to becoming an MD. He discusses some learnings from his career, emphasising the importance of training and development for the team. Paul and Mark chat about the un…

From operation to marketing, employee to freelancer Alan Armstrong has a variety of experience in the hospitality sector, giving him a very holistic perspective on things. He discusses his experience working with celebrities and managing venues at a young age and what he learned from this experience. Alan talks about his freelance journey, offering…

Is beer and curry a match made in heaven? Combining Indian street food and craft beer Marko Husak and Mayur Patel founded Bundobust, a casual restaurant and microbrewery chain. In this episode, they discuss their journey in the hospitality industry with host Mark McC. They share insights into their background in the industry, detailing how they com…

Hospitality entrepreneur and podcaster Mark Wogan shares his valuable insights on the hospitality industry including the challenges faced during the past four years, the impact of COVID-19 on the industry, and the need for government support. Along with host Mark McC they highlight the essence of kindness, generosity, and a welcoming spirit in the …

Mark McC interviews Paulo de Tarso, a renowned figure in the hospitality industry with a rich background working in top restaurants worldwide. Paulo shares his journey from working in New York to opening his own restaurant, Margot, in London. He emphasises the importance of hospitality, service, and creating a positive atmosphere for guests. Paulo …

Paul Dickinson, Head Coach of the England National Culinary Team, First Employee of DSP Authentic and Global member of Forever Oceans Culinary Board talks to Mark McC about the importance of passion, creativity and inclusivity in the culinary world. Paul shares his experiences working with renowned chefs like Marco Pierre White and the England culi…

Robbie Bargh, founder of the Gorgeous Group joins Mark McC, sharing insights into just why his restaurants are so gorgeous. They discuss the importance of creating memorable and transformative experiences for guests, emphasising the significance of attention to detail in menu creation and storytelling. The discussion delves into the success story o…

In this podcast episode, Dan Brookman, CEO, and Sam Brown, CCO, of Airship and Toggle, discuss their journey in the hospitality industry and the evolution of their companies. They emphasise the importance of effective B2B marketing and how they approach it as a way to bring life and excitement to events and spur the industry forward. They also high…

Jack Edge is a digital rock star and founder of Cuttin Edge Digital. Jack shares his journey in the hospitality industry, starting from his bartending job at a student nightclub to his role as a sales and marketing manager for a group of bars and clubs. He emphasises the importance of understanding the guest and utilising digital tools to drive sal…

Want to achieve more in business and get that competitive edge? Executive Hospitality Coach Sarah Clark joins Mark McC to talk about how coaching can help hospitality leaders to achieve more from their business. She discusses her journey from being a managing director in the hospitality industry to starting her own coaching business. Sarah emphasis…

Mark McC interviews Philip Turner, founder and owner of Chestnut Group. Philip shares insights into the company's values and culture, emphasising the importance of passion, genuine interactions, and fun. They discuss the significance of community engagement and how Chestnut strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for both guests and…

Ian Edward, an industry mentor, investor, and hospitality entrepreneur, discusses his experiences and insights in the hospitality sector. He emphasises the importance of mentoring and providing support to entrepreneurs and business owners, particularly in areas such as strategy, property, people, funding, finance, and exit. Ian also shares his thou…

In this podcast episode, social media expert and founder of Avocado Social Alison Battisby joins Mark McC to discuss social media trends for 2024 and how to use them for your business. She highlights the rise of LinkedIn as a popular and engaging platform, with a focus on lifestyle content and networking. They also discuss the potential growth of T…

In this podcast episode, Sonia Ferre, the founder of Mas Qi, a wellness retreat in Alicante, shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind creating a space for people to find balance and fulfilment in their lives. Sonia discusses the importance of taking time for yourself, reevaluating dreams and goals, and making conscious choices to live…

This episode is a recording of the Silicone Brighton Panel hosted by Trapeze Media at Yolk House, Brighton. Host Mark McC was part of the panel. The panel discusses the challenges and impact of technology in the hospitality industry. The panel includes Kitty Newman, Director and Founder of Trapeze Media Joe Lynch, Account Director at Cam Research a…

In this episode of the Supersonic Hospitality Marketing podcast, Mark McC chats to Gavin Adair, the CEO of Rosa's Thai restaurant chain. Gavin shares his experience of opening a new Rosa's Thai location in Glasgow and discusses the positive feedback they have received so far. He also talks about the revitalization of the area where the restaurant i…

Show notes In this bonus episode, host Mark McC and guest Trevor Gulliver, co-founder of St. John restaurants and founder of Napoleon Boulevard wines, discuss the importance of sustainability in the hospitality industry. They emphasise the need for businesses to prioritise local sourcing, support farmers and producers, and reduce the carbon footpri…

In this podcast episode, Trevor Gulliver, co-founder and CEO of St John Restaurant, discusses his journey in the hospitality industry. Trevor shares his experiences working in the music industry, designing t-shirts for bands, and organizing concerts. He then delves into the founding of St John Restaurant and the philosophy behind it, emphasizing th…

In this episode, host Mark McC has a chat with three legendary restaurateurs in Brighton: James Thomson, co-founder of Wildflor; Don Sperring, co-founder of Chilli Pickle; and Robert Shenton, co-founder of Riddle & Finns. Each guest shares their journey and how they got started in the restaurant industry. They discuss the unique qualities of Bright…

In this episode, Raz Helalat, director of Black Rock Restaurants, joins the podcast to discuss the success of his restaurant empire. Raz shares the journey of starting with the original Coal Shed restaurant in Brighton and expanding to include the Salt Room and Burnt Orange. He also talks about the challenges and triumphs of opening a restaurant in…

In this episode Hamish Stoddart, co-founder of Peach Pubs and founder MD of After the Clouds Foundation, shares his journey in the hospitality industry. Hamish discusses the early days of Peach Pubs and how they focused on creating a strong brand DNA and providing exceptional service. He also talks about their commitment to sustainability and ethic…

In this episode of the Supersonic Hospitality Marketing Podcast, recorded live at Hospitality Tech Expo in London, host Mark McCulloch is joined by Mariam French, the Marketing Director at Leon Restaurants, and Andrew Brooke, the Head of Information Technology at Tortilla. The discussion revolves around their experiences and insights into implement…

In this episode, host Mark interviews David Read, founder and chairman of Prestige Purchasing, a company that specialises in optimising supply chains for the hospitality industry. David shares his insights on the importance of making strategic decisions in procurement, such as streamlining suppliers and optimising internal processes. He emphasises …

In this episode of the Supersonic Hospitality Marketing podcast, host Mark interviews Juliette Keyte, the Marketing Director at Red Engine, the parent company of Flight Club and Electric Shuffle. Juliette shares her journey in marketing and how she joined Red Engine, which focuses on transforming traditional pastimes into opportunities to socialise…

Welcome back to The Supersonic Hospitality Marketing Podcast, the show where we delve deep into the art and heart of storytelling. I’m your host, Mark McCulloch, and today, we’re setting the table with a feast of insights into the world of screenwriting and the pressures of the hospitality industry. We’ve all dined at restaurants, enjoying the culi…

This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform helps restaurants increase ATV, run more efficiently and deliver an exceptional, fully-branded guest experience. Our restaurant management platform transforms your online and off-premise order sources - including d…

Sponsored by Vita Mojo Thanks to Zonal, Wireless Social and Coca Cola - CCEP To find a job in hospitality go to www.hospitalityrising.com To invest in Hospitality Rising for 2023/24 go to www.hospitalityrising.org This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform …

Sponsored by Vita Mojo Thanks to Zonal, Wireless Social and Coca Cola - CCEP To find a job in hospitality go to www.hospitalityrising.com To invest in Hospitality Rising for 2023/24 go to www.hospitalityrising.org This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform …

This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform helps restaurants increase ATV, run more efficiently and deliver an exceptional, fully-branded guest experience. Our restaurant management platform transforms your online and off-premise order sources - including d…

THIS WEEK'S GUEST IS: RITA KING, Honorary Secretary to the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group Rita King serves as the Honorary Secretary to the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group, where her passion for the brewing industry and legislative affairs converge. With a dynamic blend of expertise in politics and beer advocacy, Rita plays a pivotal role in…

Angelina is Brand Director at Tossed: London’s original salad bar which she joined as Head of Food in 2011. Responsible for food, marketing, communication, and systems she previously worked in the Food team at Pret a Manger. After Tossed’s previous parent company went into administration during the Covid pandemic Angelina and company MD Neil Sebba …

Sponsored by Vita Mojo Thanks to Zonal, Wireless Social and Coca Cola - CCEP To find a job in hospitality go to www.hospitalityrising.com To invest in Hospitality Rising for 2023/24 go to www.hospitalityrising.org This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform …

Sponsored by Vita Mojo Thanks to Zonal, Wireless Social and Coca Cola - CCEP To find a job in hospitality go to www.hospitalityrising.com To invest in Hospitality Rising for 2023/24 go to www.hospitalityrising.org This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform …

Sponsored by Vita Mojo Thanks to Zonal, Wireless Social and Coca Cola - CCEP To find a job in hospitality go to www.hospitalityrising.com To invest in Hospitality Rising for 2023/24 go to www.hospitalityrising.org This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s all-in-one platform …

THIS WEEK'S GUEST IS BHARTI RADIX, FOUNDER, BLOOMSYARD Working in the hospitality industry for the past 19 years, primarily in finance, Bharti decided to put away her spreadsheets and go it alone in the big wide world of being an entrepreneur. Going into lockdown #1 in March 2020 she didn’t know what she was going to do next. By April she had decid…

TODAY’S GUEST: JANE O'RIORDAN, Chairman Turtle Bay, Flight Club and Caravan Jane O'Riordan is a dynamic and accomplished business leader, currently serving as the Chairman at Flight Club, the innovative darts social competitive concept, and also as Chairman at Turtle Bay, a renowned restaurant chain. With a proven track record of success in the hos…

THIS WEEK'S GUESTS ARE DAVID NORRIS, CGO HOLIDAY EXTRAS & ANT COWELL-CLARKE, HEAD OF BRAND, HOLIDAY EXTRAS. David Norris is a seasoned professional in the travel and hospitality industry, currently serving as the Chief Growth Officer (CGO) at Holiday Extras. With a career spanning over two decades, David has consistently demonstrated his exceptiona…

THIS WEEK'S GUEST IS: KATE NICHOLLS OBE, CEO, UK HOSPITALITY Kate Nicholls OBE has been CEO of UKHospitality, the powerful voice representing the broad hospitality sector, since its inception in 2018, having previously worked as CEO and Strategic Affairs Director of the ALMR, the trade body for eating & drinking out businesses. Kate is Chair of the…

THIS WEEK'S GUEST IS VICTORIA ALBRECHT, CO-FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR, SPRINGBOK A.I. Victoria Albrecht is a cofounder and managing director of Springbok AI. Her previous experience includes scaling a food tech business Yfood and leading sales at Rasa (conversational AI framework). At Springbok AI, she leads a team of 40 engineers and commercial s…

TODAY’S GUEST: KATHY CATON, FOUNDER & CEO, BRIGHTON GIN Kathy Caton is an accomplished entrepreneur and the visionary founder behind Brighton Gin, a renowned gin distillery based in the vibrant coastal city of Brighton, United Kingdom. With her passion for craft spirits and an unwavering commitment to quality, Kathy has transformed Brighton Gin int…

TODAY’S GUEST: NICK JONES, Founder of Soho House & Co. About Nick Jones: Nick Jones, the visionary founder of Soho House, has carved a remarkable path in the world of hospitality and lifestyle. Born with an innate passion for creating unique and exclusive experiences, Jones has revolutionized the way people socialize, connect, and relax. Jones' jou…

S5 Trailer - sponsored by Vita Mojo TikTok Workshop Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tiktok-bootcamp-for-hospitality-brands-tickets-615754326767 Silver Sponsor promo / ad slots still available for S5 from just £500 per ep. This podcast is sponsored by Vita Mojo. About Vita Mojo: The future of your restaurant, built together. Vita Mojo’s a…

TODAY'S GUEST ROSIE HILL, HEAD OF ECOMMERCE, GAIL'S Rosie joined GAIL's Bakery as Head of Ecommerce in September 2021 to lead the digital transformation of the business, evolving the GAIL’s proposition, market-positioning, and branding needs in each channel. Prior to that she held roles in Operations, Customer and Strategy in Nando's UK, and was ce…

TODAY'S GUEST IS PROFESSOR PETER JONES, Dean/Academic Director for eHotelier, Chair of the Crumbs Project and much more. BIO Army Officer in the Army Catering Corps, served 20 years, retired as a Lieutenant Colonel. While in the army are responsible for the design and development of the first stand alone catering control system. Implemented in over…

TODAY'S GUEST IS GARETH WALTERS, AREA DIRECTOR INT OPERATIONS - NORTHERN EUROPE & AFRICA, FOCUS BRANDS LINKS FROM THE CHAT: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World https://amzn.eu/d/8R9bNyD Devil in the kitchen https://amzn.eu/d/hNozyEx Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect https://…