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The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMURTEC Executive Summit 2025 Recap with Toby MalbecToby Malbec joins the Tech Chef Podcast to talk about the future of restaurant technology and the key insights from the recent MURTEC Executive Summit. He emphasizes the importance of getting foundational technology in place before diving into advanced innovations like AI. Toby shares his experiences as the Vice President of Global Restaurant Technology for Church's Chicken and highlights how operators need to prepare for upcoming changes in the industry. The conversation dives deep into the collaboration necessary among brands to tackle common challenges and improve operations. Overall, this episode is a serious look at how technology can lead...
2025-11-0435 min
Modern Solutions for Modern RestaurantsXR and AI in Hospitality Through the Lens of Skip Kimpel, CEO of MagicgateModern Solutions for Modern Restaurants, host Paul Molinari from Popcorn talks with Skip Kimpel, CEO of Magicgate. The discussion dives into the transformative potential of extended reality (XR) technologies in the hospitality industry, including virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR). Skip explains how XR can revolutionize training, guest experiences, and restaurant operations. They explore the applications of XR technology like kitchen design prototyping and employee training and share insights on the role of AI in enhancing these technologies. Don't miss this deep dive into the future of hospitality tech! Visit https://magicgate.com to learn...
2025-10-2935 min
Restaurant Tech TrendsChris Incorvati, Chief Technology Officer at Jack's Family RestaurantsAwesome discussion with Chris Incorvati, CTO at Jack's Family Restaurants, on today's Restaurant Tech Trends with Incept AI co-founder and CRO Justin Foster! Today, Chris shows some love for Skip Kimpel and Magicgate, too! 📺 Watch and learn:📺 👉 How VR can be a training game-changer when staff can't be at the restaurant👉 What's driving kiosk and phone AI adoption for QSRs👉 What personalization could look like like in the AI-driven restaurant of the future#restauranttech #restauranttechnology #voiceai #vr #kiosks
2025-06-2407 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastSmarter Restaurants, Bigger Profits with Sterling DouglasShow Notes Here
2025-05-2726 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe AI IT Consultant Is Here!In this episode of The Tech Chef Podcast, Skip Kimpel welcomes Chris Herd, co-founder and CEO of Olive, the AI-powered platform that’s redefining how businesses approach vendor selection, RFPs, and strategic sourcing. Chris shares his journey from tech sales to entrepreneurship, the pain points that inspired Olive’s creation, and why the traditional RFP process is fundamentally broken.Together, they explore how Olive eliminates bias, accelerates decisions, and empowers consultants, operators, and vendors to collaborate more effectively. Whether you’re tired of bloated spreadsheets or questioning the future of your consulting model, this conversation offers a refres...
2025-05-2035 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMURTEC 2025 Recap with Tom SeekerThis week on Tech Chef, host Skip Kimpel dives into a post-MURTEC 2025 recap with first-time guest and hospitality tech veteran Tom Seeker. Fresh off the show floor, they discuss everything from shifting conference venues to the biggest tech themes making waves in the restaurant and hospitality space.Tom brings the dual perspective of a vendor and operator, offering sharp insights on what made this year’s event stand out. The conversation centers on how data has become the true king, replacing cash as the core currency of innovation, and how restaurants must own and control their data to...
2025-03-2536 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMaking Data An Experience, Spreadsheets Are Dead!The Tech Chef Podcast takes listeners deep into the world of hospitality technology with episode 92 featuring Jason Marsh of Flow Immersive. The episode kicks off with an introduction to the latest trends in restaurant and hospitality tech. Skip Kimpel, the host, sets the stage for a discussion about immersive data visualization, a groundbreaking approach to understanding complex data in a more engaging way. Jason shares the fascinating journey of Flow Immersive, starting from its inception at a hackathon to its current capabilities that allow users to interact with data in 3D space using AI. This technology, he explains, transforms...
2025-03-1030 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastVIROO: The Only XR You'll Ever NeedThe podcast features a deep conversation Unai Extremo and John Cunningham, of Virtualware to discuss the innovative platforms developed especially focusing on their flagship product, VIROO. This platform is designed to assist industries in adopting immersive technologies, particularly in training and operational efficiency. Unai explains how VIROO aims to enhance competitiveness and sustainability in companies by leveraging real-time 3D technology.He emphasizes the platform's ability to support various training scenarios, enabling organizations to create immersive training experiences while protecting their proprietary information. John shares his journey with Virtualware, highlighting the company's commitment to providing a user-friendly experience...
2025-03-0438 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastPowering the New Wave of Hospitality with HTC VIVEThis episode features Dan O'Brien from HTC, who brings years of experience in tech innovation to the table. They discuss the importance of strategic business partnerships in the travel and hospitality industry, focusing on how these collaborations can lead to growth and enhanced guest experiences. Skip and Dan explore the role of technology in shaping the future of hospitality, emphasizing the need for companies to keep up with the fast-paced changes in the tech landscape.Throughout the episode, Dan shares insights into HTC's commitment to immersive technologies, particularly virtual reality and augmented reality. He explains how these...
2025-02-2540 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastSmart Glasses That Slay - Meet ARGOThe Tech Chef Podcast dives deep into the world of augmented reality with Brian Hamilton, the VP of Sales and Marketing at Digilens. He introduces Argo, their innovative smart glasses designed specifically for the hospitality industry. The conversation highlights how Argo stands out with its unique waveguide technology that minimizes light leakage, allowing for better human interaction while using the glasses. The episode details the real-world applications of AR in hospitality, from enhancing customer service to improving logistics and training. Brian emphasizes the importance of human connection in hospitality, showcasing how Argo facilitates this by allowing users to maintain...
2025-02-1833 min
GAIN Momentum - Lessons from Leaders in Hospitality, Travel, Food Service, & TechnologyA Holistic View on Restaurant Tech | with Skip KimpelIn this episode, we interview Skip Kimpel, GAIN’s Global Director of Restaurant Technology and Innovation.************* LINKS & RESOURCES ************* The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky. For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/Links:Skip on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skipkimpel Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd. (https://www.hot...
2025-02-1350 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFeel The Future of XR Training With WEART HapticsGuido Gioioso, the CEO of WEART, shares insights on their innovative haptic technology in this engaging discussion. The conversation centers on how Weart's devices are redefining training in virtual and augmented reality. Guido explains how their technology allows users to experience realistic sensations such as temperature, texture, and pressure, which enhances the training process.Guido emphasizes the importance of immersion, noting that the ability to feel these sensations can lead to better learning outcomes in various fields, particularly hospitality and industrial training. The episode also touches on the upcoming MURTEC conference where Magicgate will present more about...
2025-02-1139 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastSteaming up Success with Geoff AlexanderThe Tech Chef Podcast features a compelling conversation between Skip Kimpel and Geoff Alexander, President and CEO of Wow Bao. They explore Geoff's extensive background in the food industry, which spans over three decades, and his significant contributions to Wow Bao since its inception in 2003. The discussion focuses on the innovative strategies that have propelled Wow Bao's growth, including the use of technology, ghost kitchens, and grocery store partnerships. Geoff emphasizes the importance of looking beyond the restaurant sector for fresh ideas and adapting to changing market conditions, which he argues is essential for any food brand aiming for...
2025-02-0432 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastAI, IoT and Bottom-Line Bliss with Fabio ZaniboniThis podcast features an enlightening discussion between Skip Kimpel and Fabio Zaniboni, focusing on the integration of IoT technology within the hospitality sector and its profound implications for sustainability and energy efficiency. Fabio, with his extensive experience in engineering and innovation, articulates how IoT devices serve as a game-changer for hotels and restaurants aiming to reduce their energy consumption while simultaneously enhancing the guest experience. The narrative highlights the shift toward edge computing, which facilitates smarter data processing at the device level, reducing the need for extensive cloud data transmission and thereby conserving energy and resources.Throughout...
2025-01-2832 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastNavigating Digital Transformation with Ken GavranovicKen Gavranovic joins the podcast to discuss the transformative power of AI and digital tools in the hospitality industry. He highlights how many companies struggle with digital transformation due to a lack of clarity on outcomes and insufficient leadership commitment. Drawing from his extensive experience with iconic brands, Ken emphasizes that technology should enhance human connections rather than replace them. He introduces Product Genius, a tool designed to capture real-time guest feedback and streamline operations, which has proven to deliver impressive ROI for hospitality businesses. Throughout the conversation, he offers actionable insights for leaders looking to successfully navigate the...
2025-01-2128 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business Podcast"AI Does Not Exist" with Brandon McRill, CEO of 5OutSkip Kimpel welcomes Brandon McRrill, co-founder and CEO of 5Out, to delve into the transformative role of machine learning (ML) in the hospitality industry. As the conversation unfolds, McRrill shares his extensive background in the restaurant sector, which began at the tender age of 15. His journey through various prestigious establishments laid the groundwork for his current endeavor, where he aims to harness data to enhance operational efficiency in restaurants. A key theme of the discussion is the common misconception that artificial intelligence (AI) is synonymous with machine learning. McRrill argues that true AI, as depicted in films, does not...
2025-01-1435 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMastering Hospitality: Leadership In ActionMike Blake joins Skip Kimpel on the Tech Chef Podcast to share his insights on the evolving landscape of hospitality technology. As Vice President of Information Technology at KemperSports, Mike draws from his extensive experience in the industry, highlighting the critical importance of strategic leadership in implementing technology solutions that enhance operational excellence. The conversation begins with Mike recounting his transition from finance to IT, where he became a specialist in understanding the cost implications of technology investments during a time of rapid change. He reflects on his tenure at Hyatt Hotels, discussing the challenges faced in migrating systems...
2025-01-0737 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastData Driven Training with XRThe Tech Chef Podcast welcomes Tony Bevilacqua, founder and CEO of Cognitive3D, who dives deep into the transformative potential of spatial analytics and immersive technologies in the hospitality industry. With a focus on maximizing ROI through data collection, Tony explains how Cognitive3D's platform uniquely measures human behavior in virtual and augmented reality environments. By utilizing spatial intelligence, businesses can gather actionable insights that not only enhance training but also improve consumer research and operational efficiency.The conversation highlights the critical need for data in decision-making processes, particularly in an industry where margins are often tight...
2024-12-1739 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastScaling Hospitality Excellence Featuring Michael CohenToday, we delve deep into the world of hospitality technology, this episode features an engaging dialogue between Skip Kimpel and Michael Cohen, the Managing Partner of Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN). The discussion begins with a reflection on the challenges faced by the hospitality sector in the wake of the pandemic, particularly regarding staffing shortages and a lack of technological adaptation. Cohen stresses the urgency for businesses to embrace innovation, arguing that those who fail to do so may risk becoming obsolete in a fast-paced market. He articulates GAIN's commitment to providing specialized advisory services that not only address...
2024-12-1040 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastRedefining the Future of HospitalityThis podcast episode dives into the transformative potential of Extended Reality (XR) within the hospitality industry, highlighting how technologies like virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality can enhance guest experiences, streamline operations, and drive sustainable growth. Host Skip Kimpel shares insights on the importance of integrating innovative technologies to keep pace with evolving consumer expectations and market trends. He discusses the launch of Magicgate, a consulting firm focused on XR strategies, and the significant advantages of adopting VR training solutions for hospitality staff. Additionally, Kimpel introduces the Growth Advisors International Network(GAIN) and Crewire, emphasizing their roles in...
2024-11-1928 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastNext-Gen Hospitality: Embracing XR with John CunninghamSkip Kimpel welcomes John Cunningham to the Tech Chef Podcast to delve into the transformative world of Extended Reality (XR) and its implications for various industries, particularly hospitality. Cunningham, a seasoned expert in the XR field, shares his extensive background, including his military experience and roles in significant tech companies. He emphasizes the rapid evolution of XR technologies and their growing accessibility, paving the way for widespread adoption across sectors. The discussion highlights XR's potential in enhancing training and development processes, arguing that immersive training environments can significantly improve knowledge retention and skills acquisition compared to traditional methods. For...
2024-11-1237 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastInventory: From Manual to Magical with NomadGo and PARThis podcast episode features an exciting announcement about the integration of Nomad Go's innovative inventory management technology with PAR Technology's Data Central platform. David Greshler, CEO of Nomad Go, and Paul Rubin, Chief Strategy Officer at PAR, discuss how their collaboration aims to revolutionize the restaurant industry's approach to inventory counting. With Nomad Go's solution, operators can count their inventory more efficiently and accurately using just an iPhone or iPad, significantly reducing the time and effort traditionally spent on manual counting. The conversation highlights the challenges faced during the integration process and emphasizes the importance of data integrity and...
2024-11-0533 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastCreating a Global Tech Stack with Troy HooperJoining the show today, I am excited to have Troy Hooper, Chief Executive Officer at Hot Palette America. Troy Hooper joined Pepper Lunch as one of the three global business unit CEO’s for the brand, and oversees Pepper Lunch’s parent company in North America, Hot Palette America. Troy brings 30 years of unparalleled experience in hospitality, operations management and executive leadership to this role, which has fueled Pepper Lunch’s infrastructure development, growth efforts, and brand deliverables, creating a fruitful franchise model for the North American market.Throughout his career, Troy has successfully built new concepts, rebranded e...
2023-08-1535 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe Battle for Hospitality: HITEC VS The Hospitality ShowBack with us today is Managing Director of ConStrata Consulting, Mr. Toby Malbec. This episode is dedicated to the two hospitality shows that recently happened, the industry standard, HITEC, brought to you by HFTP, which was held in Toronto and the brand new Hospitality Show put on by AHLA in Las Vegas at the Venetian Hotel. Both of these shows happened at the same exact time, so Toby and I decided to divide and conquer as so many others did as well. Today’s recap will highlight overall arching themes, similarities as well as differences between the two shows. Enjoy!
2023-07-1834 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe AI Conundrum with Nabeel from LunchboxJoining the show today is our special guest, Nabeel, CEO and Co-Founder of Lunchbox. Nabeel was born in Bangladesh, moved to Kuwait 7 years later, and to Queens, New York 7 years after that. Nabeel began his career as the first busboy at the Bareburger flagship store in Astoria, and spent his free time devising marketing objectives for the CEO. In 2019 he founded Lunchbox, a next-gen online ordering company, that was built out of the frustration of trying to build his own digital ordering system at Bareburger. In just a short period, Lunchbox has established itself as the premiere product in the d...
2023-06-2037 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastWelcome to the Future of DeliveryJoining the show today is Aaron Hoffman, Co-Founder & Head of Strategy at DeliverThat - a white label, last-mile delivery platform focused on catering delivery and setup. Aaron and I break down what a successful delivery operation looks like for your business: best practices, process changes, considerations for success and so much more. We will also dig deeper into the catering side of the restaurant business and how this can be a game changer if you not spending much time and effort to perfect that side of the business.You will get lots of great juicy nuggets from this sh...
2023-06-0628 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe Digital Restaurant with Carl Orsbourn & Meredith SandlandJoining the show today are two individuals who I am sure you have seen all over social media and at conferences if your business is restaurants and technology. Carl Orsbourn and Meredith Sandland join the show to talk about their new book, “Delivering the Digital Restaurant; The Path to Digital Maturity.” This falls on the heels of the must have book from last year, “Delivering the Digital Restaurant: Your Roadmap to the Future of Food.”Meredith Sandland is the CEO of Empower Delivery, a software company that enables restaurants to profitably and sustainably serve off-premise demand. Meredith met with every ma...
2023-04-1130 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe Man With The Midas Touch - Chris ArtinianI have an unbelievable treat for you today with another industry rockstar; the man, that I have heard many times before, to have the Midas touch because he has the reputation that everything he touches turns to gold.At this point, you are saying to yourself, “who is this person.” Today, the one and only, Chris Artinian joins us to talk about technology through the years and his personal formula for a successful organization. Chris serves as President & CEO at Condado Tacos and Tequila, an emerging NextGen growth brand that specializes in tacos, margheritas and tequilas, with expansion pl...
2023-04-0429 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe Metaverse 101 with Kevin SeoToday, I have another special guest that I recorded while I was at MURTEC recently. Kevin Seo and I had the opportunity to present a fire chat at the show on the Metaverse 101. I thought it only fair to sit down with him and record, 1-on-1, for all of you, our thoughts on this matter and share it here on this show.Kevin is truly a superstar in this space. He started in Fortune 500, leading to side hustling through e-commerce and into start-ups, always being the loudest brand voice in the room. Kevin left his corporate, white picket fe...
2023-03-2832 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMURTEC 2023 Recap Show with Toby MalbecToday, as promised, is our 2023 MURTEC recap show. It was a short two weeks ago we were gathered together at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas right in the middle of one of the best conferences I have been to in a very long time. Anybody who has listened to this show for any length of time knows that a recap show is a must for anybody who did not have a chance to attend OR did not have a chance to see all the sessions. Having said that, time is too short on this show to talk...
2023-03-2132 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastCritical KPI Tracking with Robert PetersonI have to say, once again, that MURTEC was amazing in many ways. As a matter of fact, I had promised you a Toby and Skip MURTEC recap show, however, we had so many great networking opportunities and vendor discussions that we are still catching up from the show! Having said that, we WILL bring you that re-cap episode but it will have to wait another week. However, I am brining you another special episode today which I also recorded at MURTEC with my good friend, Robert Peterson to talk about some big announcements from the Restaurant Technology Network, especially t...
2023-03-1433 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastCrafting a Digital Palate with Scott Lawton of bartacoFor all of you that saw me speak over the past couple of days, I hope you enjoyed yourselves. You were fun and engaged audiences! Web3 and the metaverse can really stoke different thoughts and emotions in people and I had fun exploring the technology as a whole with you and hearing YOUR thoughts on where this technology is headed. It is still the wild west out there when it comes to these topics, and we have yet to see where it all lands. Hopefully you had some good takeaways and are challenging yourself a little more now that you...
2023-03-0732 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFailure is NOT an Option with Chef Robert IrvineThe conference season has officially kicked in and I will be seeing many of you this next week. Starting off on Sunday, I will be speaking at the International Restaurant & Foodservice Show of New York that will be held at the Javits Center. I will be talking about how technology is changing the landscape of restaurants and digging into the world of web3 and how it could change the way you approach the concept of loyalty with your guest. If you are attending this show, I will be speaking at 3pm so make sure you don’t miss it!Wit...
2023-02-2838 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFreddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: What is their secret sauce?Well, I think I am finally done traveling for business for the year AND I believe I have been to my last two conferences of the year since we last chatted. I was down the road from my home here in Ft Lauderdale and attended HT-Next as well as the Immerse Global Summit. I have to tell you, both of these conferences were amazing and I spent the two days down in Miami conference hopping as they were both in the same building. To be honest with you, it was not my intention to go to the Immerse conference as it...
2022-12-1233 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastHow to Build a Successful Tech Stack for FranchiseesI hope you had a FANTASTIC Thanksgiving week last week. Hopefully you were able to get some extra time off to spend with your friends and family. I know that in our industries, that may have been your busiest time and that may not have been possible. For those of you lucky ones that DID have time off, now it is “go-time” to prepare for Christmas and the holidays next month. Since we last spoke I attended the Digital Signage Experience along with the Restaurant Finance and Development Conference. RFDC was probably one of the best showing of operat...
2022-11-2931 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastLearn How To Set Healthy Boundaries With Your VendorsThis week I am here at the Restaurant Finance & Development Conference and the Digital Signage Expo, here in Las Vegas. If you are at RFDC and are listening to this show, tomorrow, Wednesday, make sure you stick around and sign up and join the Technology Boot Camp where Zerrick Pearson, Galen Collins and myself will be teaching on various areas of technology in the restaurant industry. Get your certification while you are there… for free! Also, later in the day tomorrow, I will be speaking at the University of Las Vegas Hospitality College speaking with students there on “Restauran...
2022-11-1536 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMURTEC Executive Summit 2022 RecapLast week’s Florida Restaurant and Lodging Associations Show was a huge success. I you didn’t get to hear me speak on web3, don’t fret, you will have many more opportunities in the near future and into 2023! From what I hear, the reports are in and it sounds like the MURTEC Executive Summit was a big hit as well! I wish I could have replicated myself and been at both places at once. I am sure you all missed “The Mayor of MURTEC!” Next big show for me is the Restaurant Finance & Development Conference and the Digital Signage Expo, both in...
2022-11-0837 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMetaversal - Curators of the Metaverse for RestaurantsHappening this week is the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Associations Show as well as the MURTEC Executive Summit. If you will be at the Florida show, remember, I will be speaking on web3 and how it is impacting the restaurant industry. Lots of fun, cool, interactive elements to this presentation so it would be worth your effort to come see it. And of course, the MURTEC Executive summit will be amazing, as it always is. There is always great content at that show and, from what I have seen, this one will be no exception. Please reach out to me later...
2022-11-0136 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMenches Bros Is Now On The Blockchain!Next week should be exciting for a couple of reasons: First, I will be speaking at the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association’s Show in Orlando, Florida. For those of you that will be there, make sure you come see my session on November 3rd where I will explore how web3 is changing the landscape of restaurants. Don’t know what #web3 is? Want to learn more about NFTs, cryptocurrency and actually see the metaverse in action? Most importantly, do you want to know how this is impacting the hospitality industry from the large chains down to the “mom and pops?”...
2022-10-2529 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMake Data-Driven Decisions For Your RestaurantIt’s been a little while since we last spoke as I have been traveling around like a madman with client work and lots and lots of shows. I saw quite a few of you at FSTEC in Dallas. It was a great show this year and certainly loved the venue. There was tons of energy out there on the trade show floor…. I think everybody was glad that things finally seem back to normal. The networking was some of the best I have experienced at a conference. Between vendor dinners and cocktail happy hours, this proved to be extremel...
2022-10-1836 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastThe Future of Web3 Dining Is HereSo, what are we cooking up on today’s show? We’ll be taking a look at some groundbreaking restaurant technology news that happened last week. Our special guests will discuss how they are rapidly changing the industry one bit and byte at a time. So, whether you’re a tech novice or an expert… heck, you don’t need to understand technology at all as there’s something for everyone on today’s show as it is a super interesting topic and might open your mind to new possibilities that, just last week, you didn’t think was a reality or did...
2022-07-1231 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFrom Mainstreet to the Metaverse: Inventors of the Hamburger To Launch NFT CollectionThat’s right, you have found the Tech Chef Podcast. The one show out there you can count on for weekly insight, news and guests relating to the restaurant, hotel and hospitality industries. This is your host, Skip Kimpel, and it is great that you joined the show today. Welcome back to all the faithful TCP listeners and for those of your listening for the first time, it is a great privilege to have you here today. This is one of those shows you don’t want to miss as it is weekly and if you don’t subscribe or follow i...
2022-07-0537 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastDigital Entirety Featuring Noah Glass, Founder and CEO of OLOWelcome to The Tech Chef podcast! I’m your host, Skip Kimpel, and I’m here to take you on a ride of technology news related to the restaurant, hotel, and hospitality industries. For those of you returning, it is great to have you back and for those of you joining us for the first time, welcome to the show! I’m excited to have you here and please go ahead and hit that subscribe or follow button on your favorite podcast app or website.What a great episode we had last week with Ben Thein from Flytrex…...
2022-06-2850 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastDrone Delivery - The Facts with Ben Thein, COO of FlytrexHello everybody and welcome back to The Tech Chef! This is your host, Skip Kimpel and I am here to take you on a ride of technology news related to the restaurant, hotel and hospitality industry. Those of you returning, thank you for being a faithful fan and for those of you joining for the very first time, welcome! I am so glad you found this show. It is exciting to see how this show has grown so rapidly as your weekly industry resource. Again, those of you joining for the first time, please go ahead and hit that subscrib...
2022-06-2132 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFather's Day Special Featuring Al KimpelWell, hello strangers and welcome back for another episode of The Tech Chef. This is your host, Skip Kimpel and every week, it is my goal to bring you the latest and greatest restaurant, hotel and hospitality technology insights from thought leaders across these industry segments. I do have to apologize as this is normally a weekly show but there have been so many shows lately that I have had to travel quite extensively which caused me to miss a few weeks in-between. Having said that, we are back on track again with a bunch of new episodes in the...
2022-06-1426 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastIncreasing Revenue by Leveraging Guest Feedback with Zack OatesFor those of you that are regular listeners to The Tech Chef, thank you for tuning in again and welcome to all new subscribers. This is your number one resource for everything related to hospitality technology & strategy that will help the organization be more profitable while also being efficient! To ensure no episode goes unnoticed make sure you subscribe via your favorite podcast app/software service listed here on our website – It’s a pleasure having everyone with us as we continue providing high quality content each week.What a fun week out in Vegas at Food on De...
2022-05-1035 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastUsing Data to Convert Bodies Into Bits with Marcus WasdinHere we are, another week past and time for another edition of The Tech Chef. For those of you that are regular listeners, thank you for tuning in again and for those of you that are joining us for the very first time, a very big welcome to all of you. This is your number one resource for all things related to hospitality technology and strategy to make your organization a more profitable and efficient organization. To ensure you don’t miss a single episode, make sure you subscribe to our show via your favorite podcast app, software or servic...
2022-05-0335 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMarketing Tech Talk with RevWelcome to The Tech Chef! This is your host, Skip Kimpel. If you looking for ways to improve your restaurant or hospitality business, this podcast is the perfect show for you. Every week, we talk to industry leaders and suppliers about the latest technology solutions that can help you run your business more efficiently. You’ll learn about everything from cloud-based POS systems to inventory management tools. There’s something for everyone on this show.You’ll be able to take your business to the next level as we provide valuable information that will help you make informed...
2022-04-2627 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastBlockchain for Restaurants with Chad Horn from DevourWelcome to another episode of The Tech Chef! This is your host, Skip Kimpel coming to you from beautiful and very warm South Florida. Thank you for continuing to listen to this show and for those of you that are hearing this show for the first time, welcome! Regardless of your listening frequency, if you have not done so already, please make sure you go to your podcasting platform and give us a 5 star review. It is because of your loyalty to this show that has allowed us to be the number one restaurant, hotel, and hospitality podcast on the m...
2022-04-1934 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastGrowth Strategy with Abe Ng from Sushi MakiWelcome to The Tech Chef! This is your host, Skip Kimpel coming to you from the Restaurant Leadership Conference here in the desert of Arizona. If this is your first time joining, you have found the industry’s most popular podcast related to the restaurant, hotel and hospitality industry. Make sure you don’t miss a show by subscribing to this show using your favorite podcast software or app. And for all of you that are returning to hear what I have to say this week, well, welcome back!Today I have a well-known South Florida operator on the show...
2022-04-1227 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFireside Chat with Tim TangWelcome to The Tech Chef! This is your host, Skip Kimpel and we are all here again today to explore the world of restaurant, hotel and hospitality technology. I hope you have had a great week. I am actually on the road at the New England Food Show today and will hopefully have some fun things to share with you from my time up here in BostonWe had a last minute change in our guest for this weeks show but I promise you, you are going to LOVE this one! Our regularly scheduled guest will be on the sh...
2022-04-0533 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMURTEC 2022 RecapWelcome to The Tech Chef! This is your host, Skip Kimpel. Remember me? Well, I am back! And I am so thankful for all of you listening to this show and being loyal to The Tech Chef! Since the last time we spoke I have been a busy guy. I changed positions recently and I am privileged to be the Principal of Independent and SMB consulting for ConStrata. For most of you ConStrata Consulting is a household name. I am responsible for heading up a new division of the company and the business development for the SMB marketplace.Today, Consultant...
2022-03-2934 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastOut With The Old, In With The NewIt has been a little while since we last had the opportunity to talk so I would like to start off by saying Thank you…. Thank you for continuing to support this show and tuning in today. For those of you joining us for the first time, go ahead and click subscribe or follow in your podcasting software so you don’t miss a single episode of the Tech Chef.Today’s theme is about “out with the old, in with the new.” Today’s show will be a very abbreviated show and we won’t have a guest on like...
2021-10-1208 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastIndustry Rockstar, Joe Tenczar, Co-Founder of Restaurant CIOsMURTEC is next week, April 13th and 14th. Can you believe it is here already? You can register online right now at murtech.com. Pulling out the big guns today and digging in deep into some futuristic technology with my good friend, Joe Tenczar. Joe is a founding partner of Restaurant CIOs, a strategic advisory company where he and his CIO partners collaborate to help hospitality companies see their restaurant business through the eyes of seasoned CIOs. Joe is one of those Rockstar guests that you can only hope you get a chance to spend that much...
2021-04-0636 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastVirtual Brands with Wade Allen and Pankaj Patra of Brinker InternationalMURTEC is less than a month away and it will be virtual this year, scheduled on April 13th and 14th. You can register online right now at murtech.com. This will certainly be an event that you don’t want to miss. Normally we would be at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas for this but obviously, this year needs to be different. I am fully confident we will be back in action in the very near future! Once again, to register online right now, go to murtech.comThis is a big episode today as we talk to TWO...
2021-03-3038 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastIndustry Rockstar, Toby Malbec, Managing Director for Constrata Technology ConsultingAs a reminder, MURTEC is only about a month away and it will be virtual this year, scheduled for April 13th and 14th. I had somebody that was new to the industry ask me what MURTEC meant…. It is short for the Multi-Unit Restaurant Technology Conference. You can register online right now at murtech.com. If you go online you can check out the schedule of events and start planning on attending sessions that peak your interest and don’t’ forget about the interactive happy hour at the end of the day on the 13th!Today is another additi...
2021-03-1644 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastMarketing Technology with Mike Vichich, CEO of WiselyGreetings, my Tech Chef family and welcome to another weekly dose of restaurant, hotel and hospitality technology information and updates. We talk weekly to industry influencers and vendors that are making a difference in our industries. Thank you so much for taking the time to listen to today’s show and if you are joining us for the very first time, please go ahead and hit that SUBSCRIBE button anywhere you are finding this show. We literally are on every possible podcast channel you could think of including a spot on the HospitalityTech.com website, thanks to our partnership with Ho...
2021-03-0932 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastIndustry Rockstar, Karen Bird, CIO for Hooters of AmericaI don’t know if you saw it this week but the National Restaurant Association decided to postpone their show, yet again. This means that the soonest they will be getting together as a conference will be 2022. Who would have guessed that one year ago! On the flip side, living here in Orlando, White Castle is in the process of building their largest “castle” and before they opened, they decided to launch a ghost kitchen to feed the need of everybody craving their food. In just a few hours they had to shut it down due to demand. A few...
2021-03-0242 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastIndustry Innovator, Alex Canter, CEO of OrdermarkFor those of you joining us for the very first time, you are in the right place if you want to learn more about these industries from a technology perspective. Season 1, we had a blast and had some many awesome guests on the show, Season 2 we are stepping up our game and it will not disappoint. If you have not done so already, please hit the subscribe button in your favorite podcast listening software now. This will make sure you don’t miss a single episode and you are always on top of the latest topic and news....
2021-02-2343 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastWhat hotels can learn from restaurants - from HT Next 2020I made a promise to you last year about digging more into the hospitality and hotel side of the equation and today is the start of that. For those of you joining for the first time, please go ahead and hit the SUBSCRIBE button right now so you don’t miss a single episode. If you are joining us for the first time or have been listening to us since the beginning, please consider leaving us a positive review on your podcast feed, wherever you listen to us.Today we talk about moving away from your main bran...
2021-02-0914 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastState of the Industry with Tom Bené, President and CEO of the National Restaurant AssociationThis is the first time we are speaking in 2021 and I am hoping you are all hanging in there. So much has happened since the last time we spoke but I am so excited you decided to join me today for season 2 of the Tech Chef. Those of you joining for the first time, please go ahead and hit the SUBSCRIBE button right now so you don’t miss a single episode. The Tech Chef Podcast has become the best and hottest new place to get all of your restaurant and hospitality technology information and has been doing so since...
2021-02-0242 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastYear In Review - 2020What a year it has been! This episode covers the best of the best over the past 6 months since this podcast started. It is filled with a star studded array of industry professionals not only talking about COVID but the industry as a whole including strategy moving forward which should not be missed! Thank you so much to all of our guests this past year along with our podcast sponsors who made this show the success it has been.Highlighted in this episode:Episode 10: Rom Krupp, CEO of onedine : https://bit.ly/3oEl4fEEp...
2020-12-2946 min