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The Hospitality Hangout | Restaurant Industry Trends & Hospitality LeadersBuilding DogHaus: André Vener on Turning a Late Night Idea into a National BrandAndré Vener shares the inspiring hospitality story behind DogHaus—from a late-night idea to a nationally recognized food brand. Discover industry trends in food service and hospitality strategies as André discusses the importance of food quality, guest experience, and how entertainment blends seamlessly with hospitality. This episode explores key investment and scaling strategies to grow a brand without losing its original soul. André also shares his experiences working with celebrity partners like Jake Paul and highlights why relationships and trust are just as crucial as business strategy in the hospitality industry. Perfect for entrepreneurs and hospitality professional's eager for insid...
2025-12-1130 min
Room For SecondsRoom for Seconds Turns One: 5 Unforgettable Moments from a Year of Game-Changing ConversationsWe’ve hit a major milestone—one full year of Room for Seconds—and to celebrate, we’re bringing you five unforgettable moments from the past 53 episodes that showcase the grit, growth, and game-changing ideas shaping the restaurant industry.From Super Bowl champ turned restaurateur to the minds behind Big Chicken and Badass Breakfast Burritos, these conversations are packed with leadership insights, brand-building wisdom, and stories you won’t want to miss.Takeaways:Indulging in High-Quality Treats - Super Bowl Champion Ndamukong Suh has successfully pivoted from dominating the NFL to building an impressive entreprene...
2025-04-1633 min
Prosper BriefBreaking the Mold: How Leaders Are Reinventing Loyalty and EngagementIn this episode of The Prosper Brief, Paul Barron moderates a vibrant discussion with Robin Schweitzer of Patronix, Andre Vener from Dog Haus, and Geoff Alexander from Wow Bao. Together, they explore the intersection of technology and innovation in the restaurant and hospitality industry, touching on themes such as AI, blockchain, gamification, and the importance of forward-thinking strategies. The conversation weaves through the practical challenges and opportunities of integrating cutting-edge technology into customer loyalty programs, brand identity, and operational efficiency, while maintaining the essence of hospitality.
2024-12-1827 min
Radio Stryn Podcast#62 Sport und Spaß 4.desember med Espen R. NakstadKveldens gjest er sjølvaste 71 grader Nord-vinnaren, Espen R. Nakstad! Norges tøffaste kjendis fortel om turen gjennom Stryn og Hornindal, forholdet til dei andre deltakarane og det å halde deltakinga skjult for kollegaer og vener. Han blir også utfordra på ei dialektoppgåve. I sendinga ringer vi også opp Månadens lyttar og det blir spalten "Ka i alje dage"?
2024-12-0556 min
Strilaball podden#10 - Ole Soo - Er fergeturen like viktig som kampen?Strilaball pakka podcastutstyret og sleit seg forbi helgekø og BlackFriday-trafikk for å møta komikar og tidlegare NBK Alvidra-spelar Ole Soo på hotell i Bergen. Det vart både interessant og morsomt å høyre Ole sine minner om stjernespiss (!) Sindre Skår og at han eigentleg likte det sosiale vel så mykje som fotballspelinga. Der andre synest bortekamp på Fedje var VEL langdrygt, så gleda Ole seg vilt til å mingla med vener på ferga og handla i kiosken. Og så måtte me jo nøsta opp i korleis overgangen frå jobb i forsvaret til karriere som regissør, tekstforfattar og komikar vart til.
2024-12-041h 43
SkimtvisHans Gertz: Pensjonist med munnspelPensjonist med munnspelHans Gertz vart fødd i Aust-Tyskland i 1940, men kom seg ut av det kommuniststyrde landet i lag med mor si og to søstre etter krigen. Dei kom seg etter kvart til Bergen, der mora var frå. Her levde den unge guten til han var 16 år. Då fekk han seg læreplass hjå ein urmakar i Årdal i Sogn.Han gjekk på fagskule i Oslo og der fekk han både sveinebrev og meisterbrev i faget. Då hadde han truffe Gudny frå Lærdal, som han var trulova med. Tre år seinare kom ha...
2024-11-2936 minRoom For SecondsAndré Vener Maintains a Consistent Mission and Brand DNA with The Absolute BrandsAndré Vener, managing partner at DogHaus and founder of The Absolute Brands, has demonstrated a unique approach to business that combines staying true to the company’s DNA, strategic growth, and a strong emphasis on keeping the people first. His philosophy has helped Absolute Brands thrive in a competitive market, particularly through the challenging dynamics of the virtual brand space.Listen now to learn about keeping the brand DNA intact through growth, giving up control to scale, and prioritizing people.Chapters:[04:44] - Customer-Driven Innovation[06:31] - Fra...
2024-06-2629 min
Sogn Avis-poddenSogn på ein søndag - Det offentlege vil ikkje betala for kreftmedisinen til Ragnfrid, men bygda har trådd tilRagnfrid Ylvisåker veit at hadde det ikkje vore for at vener og andre slo ring om ho då det offentlege behandlingsapparatet stengde lommeboka, så hadde ho ikkje vore her i dag.Inngangsbilletten til ein ny månad med sine kjære kostar over femti tusen kroner. Ein pris Ragnfrid ikkje kunne ha betalt utan kjærleiken frå bygda.Programleiar: Eli Grotle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2024-03-1043 min
Take-Away with Sam OchesHow 3 exciting brands are scaling with innovation, authenticity at their coreIn this episode of Take-Away with Sam Oches, Sam talks with three more leaders from the recent Prosper Forum in Amelia Island, Fla.: Andre Vener, cofounder of Dog Haus; Geoff Alexander, president and CEO of Wow Bao; and Josh Halpern, CEO of Big Chicken. They represent three fast-casual concepts that are quickly growing with innovation and talent development at the core of everything they do, and they joined the podcast to offer a look at how exciting young brands can scale while protecting the authenticity of the ideas that made them exciting in the first place. In this...
2023-09-1447 min
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2023-08-0750 min
Fast Casual Nation125. Dog Haus | Growing With New Demographics How To Reach New ConsumersFast Casual Nation, the trailblazing podcast that's been leading conversations and setting trends in the restaurant industry for years delves into the meat of what makes a food business thrive in a market that's hungry for change. Today, we're honored to have André Vener, Co-founder and Partner of Dog Haus, joining us for an insightful discussion. André, along with his team, took Dog Haus from a single location to a nationwide phenomenon by reimagining comfort food classics and cleverly navigating the industry's shifting landscape. We're going to explore Dog Haus' recipe for success, including innovative partnerships, harnessing ghost kitchen networks, an...
2023-06-0130 min
Menu TalkHow 3 chain restaurant execs put menu innovation front and centerMenu innovation is key to differentiating a concept in the crowded and competitive chain restaurant environment.
During Winsight’s annual Restaurant Leadership Conference, which took place this week in Phoenix, Ariz., we caught up with three top execs to find out what innovation looks like at their operations.
Donna Josephson, CMO of Shipley Do-Nuts; Andre Vener, co-founder of Dog Haus; and Frank Paci, CEO of Newk’s Eatery, each share their menu strategies and how they’ve contributed to growth. Listen as they talk about what makes their menus unique, the value of LTOs and season...
2023-04-2041 min
Great Entrepreneurs with RJ LumbaCraft-Casual Food Maestro: Dog Haus’ Founding Partner André VenerIn this episode we speak with André Vener, founding Partner of Dog Haus, a craft-casual hot dog concept known for its gourmet takes on hot dogs, sausages, and burgers; premium shakes and soft-serve ice cream; and a beer program that spotlights local brews.
Vener, along with co-founders Hagop Giragossian and Quasim Riaz, share a passion for creativity, quality, and commitment to community. They opened the first Dog Haus in Pasadena, California in 2010 and their 50th location in December 2021.
Prior to Dog Haus, Vener served as CEO of the California Philharmonic for 10 years and as Executive P...
2022-11-1628 min
The Hospitality Hangout | Restaurant Industry Trends & Hospitality LeadersWhat Do Hot Dogs, Michael Jackson and Ghost Kitchens Have In Common? | Season 8, Vol. 8In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and Jimmy Frischling “The Finance Guy”chat with André Vener, partner and co-founder of Dog Haus. Dog Haus is known for its signature all beef Haus Dogs and handcrafted proprietary Haus Sausages, as well as its 100% genetically tested, humanely raised, hormone- and antibiotic-free Black Angus beef from Creekstone Farms. The founding partners are three friends who share a passion for creativity, quality and commitment to community. They are Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz and Andre Vener and they opened their first Dog Haus in Pasadena, California in 2010...
2022-11-0834 min
The Hospitality Hangout | Restaurant Industry Trends & Hospitality LeadersOn The Road at Fast Casual Executive SummitIn the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy” and special host, Rev “The Marketing Guy” bring you this episode on the road from the Fast Casual Executive Summit in Indianapolis. They chat with Kathy Doyle, President and Publisher at Networld Media Group, Jim Bitticks, President and COO at Dave's Hot Chicken, Zack Oates, Founder and CEO at Ovation and André Vener, Partner at Dog Haus. Kathy Doyle stops by to talk about the Fast Casual Executive Summit that is now in its seventeenth year. When they started this model it was about bringing fun netwo...
2022-10-181h 00
HåndplukketFuskefisk og sæbeboblerÉn gang i måneden udgiver Horsens Bibliotek podcasten Friske Faustnumre. Denne gang handler det blandt andet om:Tegneserier:Bitsch, Thit: Den lille djævel: [Bind] 1: [En fortælling om Alexandre Dumas' barndom]. Cobolt Breuning, Mik: 3 års vinter. Fabel Brønserud, Anders: Halvtreds, halvfed & halvfærdig. Forlæns Millar, Mark: Civil war. Fahrenheit Damgaard, Erik: Stride strømme. Afart Film:The lost city instrueret af Adam Nee og Aaron NeeMiss Viborg instrueret af Marianne BlicherVerdens værste menneske instrueret af Joachim Trier Everything everywhere all at once in...
2022-09-1347 min
Restaurant InfluencersANDRÉ VENER of Dog Haus on Effective BrandingAndre Vener helped create a household name in Dog Haus (@doghausdogs) with a dynamic approach to classic food choices. Listen to this interview to learn about launching successful restaurant brands, franchising, and scaling with ghost kitchens. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU LEARNED on Restaurant Influencers, presented by Toast? https://restaurantinfluencers.media Try POPMENU Answering: https://popmenu.com/influencers Make your restaurant better with TOAST tech: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc
2022-05-2428 min
Restaurant InfluencersANDRÉ VENER of Dog Haus on Effective BrandingAndre Vener helped create a household name in Dog Haus (@doghausdogs) with a dynamic approach to classic food choices. Listen to this interview to learn about launching successful restaurant brands, franchising, and scaling with ghost kitchens. LET US KNOW WHAT YOU LEARNED on Restaurant Influencers, presented by Toast? https://restaurantinfluencers.media Try POPMENU Answering: https://popmenu.com/influencers Make your restaurant better with TOAST tech: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2022-05-2430 min
QSR UncutCould virtual brands help sales during coronavirus?We're continuing with our series of mini episodes helping restaurants through the coronavirus pandemic. With input from operators, vendors, consultants, data analysts, and more, these mini episodes will facilitate incredibly important conversation on how we can collectively survive the coronavirus scare.Next up: André Vener is cofounder of Dog Haus, a hot dog, sausage, and burger fast casual based in Pasadena, California. The franchise just rolled out The Absolute Brands, a portfolio of eight virtual concepts that will operate out of Dog Haus kitchens. While the virtual brands were supposed to go live next year, Dog Haus expedited t...
2020-03-3029 min
Fast Casual Nation37. Cloud Kitchens & Ghost Kitchens - Dog HausThe demand for third party food delivery has set a new standard in the way Fast Casual restaurants operate with a completely new plan on how to reach and engage the modern consumer. In this episode, we explore how Dog Haus has taken cloud kitchens seriously to create new franchise opportunities and market growth around the cloud kitchen strategy. Listen as we go head to head with Founding Partner Andre Vener of Dog Haus.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fast-casual-nation--3598490/support.Get Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or...
2019-12-1930 min
Restaurant Unstoppable with Eric Cacciatore674: Hagop Giragossian on Stick to What You believe InHagop Giragossian is a restaurant industry professional with 14 years of experience, predominately in the QSR and Fast Casual segments. He began his food service management career in 2000 with Boar's Java; after three years, he sold the business and opened Pasadena's first gastropub, Kings Row. In 2010 Hagop along with Quasim Riaz and Andre Vener, opened the first Dog Haus in Pasadena, California. 9 years later there are over 30 locations in 18 states. Show notes… Favorite success quote or mantra: "It's not how hard you hit; it's about how hard you get hit and how you get back up." In...
2019-12-091h 34Fast Casual Nation32. DogHaus - All Bite, No Bark: Fast Casual Dog Haus to Expand With 300 New LocationsDog Haus has found success in taking an American favorite and building upon the nostalgia it brings. Founders Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz, and André Vener have created a menu with elevated dogs, sausages, and burgers that seem to have caught on at their 21 locations. Each location has a bold, edgy look to it — but with its own style. Join Paul Barron as he chats with chef or Würstmacher, Adam Gertler, to discuss the fast casual concept and expected growth.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fast-casual-nation--3598490/support.Get Your Podcast Now...
2019-04-1107 minQSR Uncut2 - Dog Haus's Quasim Riaz, Hagop Giragossian, & Andre VenerDog Haus has carved its own niche within the fast-casual restaurant industry. With a sports-bar vibe and a chef-designed menu, this brand has created an upscale, laid-back experience that's packaged in a franchise format. And while Dog Haus is expected to double in size in 2019, it's not all been smooth sailing since day one. The three founders of Dog Haus—Quasim Riaz, Hagop Giragossian, and Andre Vener—sit down for a conversation with QSR editor Sam Oches, discussing the genesis of the business and the learning curve they've experienced while growing Dog Haus to more than 30 locations across the U...
2019-01-3055 min
FrambupodcastenHva er Klippel-Trenaunays syndrom?Astrid forteller i dette podkastintervjuet om hvordan det er å leve med Klippel-Trenaunays syndrom. Hun har blant annet en fot som er større enn den andre foten og snakker om utfordringer med å finne sko.
Astrid opplever å ha et helt vanlig aktivt liv som innebærer oppfølging av tre barn og 100% jobb, men hun har også opplevd noen av symptomene ved diagnosen som blodpropp og hudinfeksjoner.
Klippel-Trenaunays syndrom hører til gruppen overvekstsyndromer. Klippel-Trenaunays syndrom kjennetegnes blant annet av medfødte karmisdannelser i vener, lymfe og kapillærer. Et ben eller en arm kan bli tykkere og lengre enn den andre. Noe...
2018-12-1111 minSkimtvisArnfinn Ølfarnes: Bonde, sjømann og innkjøpssjefArnfinn Ølfarnes frå Utåker kan sjå attende på eit rikt liv, både som sjømann, innkjøpssjef og bonde. I leiligheten sin i Panorama Senter på Husnes, der han har god utsikt til aluminiumverket, reflekterer han no mest over det som har vore, og mindre over det som skal koma; slutten på livet.– Eg er nøgd med livet eg har levd, og gler meg over å ha fått vore med og skapt noko her i Kvinnherad, seier 90-åringen i dette lydintervjuet. Han gløymer ikkje tida på SØRAL, og håpar at B-hallen snart kjem i...
2017-03-3118 min
Fast Casual NationAll Bite, No Bark: Fast Casual Dog Haus to Expand With 300 New LocationsRecently attracting attention with its $500 million franchise agreement, Dog Haus is expecting huge growth in the next seven years. The hot dog chain has found success in taking an American favorite and building upon the nostalgia it brings. Founders Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz, and André Vener have created a menu with elevated dogs, sausages, and burgers that seem to have caught on at their 21 locations. Each location has a bold, edgy look to it — but with its own style. Just ask chef or Würstmacher, Adam Gertler. Rounding out the menu are some other elevated classics including, frie...
2016-11-0408 min
Business Rockstars#345 Lizanne Falsetto (ThinkProducts)André Vener, Quasim Riaz, Hagop Giragossian opened Dog Haus in 2010. They have created an amazing environment for everyone to enjoy some of the best comfort food in all of Pasadena/Los Angeles area. Great food, awesome music and an amazing family environment. All three of the owners stopped by and discussed the trials and tribulations one goes through when starting a business with friends. Lizanne Falsetto is founder and chief executive of ThinkProducts, the Ventura maker of the popular thinkThin brand of nutritional snack and weight-management protein bars. Over the last 12 years, Falsetto has grown her operation from a o...
2013-10-301h 22