Episodes

  • Restaurant Loyalty Is At a Point of No Return

    Restaurant Loyalty Is At a Point of No Return
    Jun 14 2024
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    Strategies for restaurants to regain customer loyalty, particularly among Generation Z, amid declining loyalty due to abundant choices and changing consumer behaviors. We explore leveraging technology, offering unique experiences, emphasizing authenticity, personalization, and creating shareable moments to engage Gen Z consumers effectively.

    #RestaurantMarketing #GenZLoyalty #DiningExperiences

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    Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry.
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    41 mins
  • Nekter Juice Bar: Standing Out in the Healthy Fast Casual Sector

    Nekter Juice Bar: Standing Out in the Healthy Fast Casual Sector
    May 29 2024
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    Nekter Juice Bar has carved out a niche in the competitive healthy fast casual sector by excelling in five key areas: a commitment to high-quality, locally sourced, and organic ingredients; an innovative and ever-evolving menu with unique offerings like superfood smoothies and acai bowls; an exceptional customer experience with knowledgeable staff and an inviting store design; perceived value for the Gen Z consumer by aligning with their values of health, sustainability, and authenticity; and the ability to stay relevant by continuously adapting to changing trends and engaging with customers through social media. By delivering on these fronts, Nekter Juice Bar has built a loyal customer base, particularly among health-conscious Gen Z consumers, and stood out in the crowded market.

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    Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry.
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    42 mins
  • Is The Hot Chicken Category a Fad or A Hot Category Set For Growth?

    Is The Hot Chicken Category a Fad or A Hot Category Set For Growth?
    May 17 2024
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    Hosts Paul Barron and Tammy Billings interviewed David Mkhitaryan, CEO of the rapidly growing Angry Chickz franchise, on their podcast The Rock My Restaurant Podcast. Mkhitaryan discussed how his passion for spicy foods led him to create Angry Chickz, which has expanded from a single Hollywood storefront to 24 locations across California, Arizona, and Nevada. The brand has seen remarkable success, with hundreds of fans lining up for each new restaurant opening to get a chance to experience the signature spicy chicken flavors. Angry Chickz traces its roots to the Nashville hot chicken tradition and has announced franchising opportunities to accelerate growth under new VP of Franchise Development Mike LaRue.
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    37 mins
  • GenZ and Fast Casual Restaurants Are a Match For Growth

    GenZ and Fast Casual Restaurants Are a Match For Growth
    May 3 2024
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    In this episode of the Rock My Restaurant Podcast, Leon Davoyan (CTO) and Brad Haley (Chief Marketing Officer) from Dave's Hot Chicken share their invaluable insights on successfully navigating growth while catering to Generation Z's unique preferences and demands. They discuss the importance of leveraging cutting-edge technology, creating engaging brand experiences, prioritizing authenticity, transparency, and effectively utilizing social media platforms to attract and retain Gen Z customers. Additionally, they explore the challenges faced during expansion, the company's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility, and provide key growth strategies for reaching the digital native Gen Z, including embracing mobile-first experiences, prioritizing social media engagement, offering personalized experiences, and emphasizing purpose-driven initiatives.

    📈 Learn More ~ https://www.revernetworks.com/restaurant-power-index Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry.
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    49 mins
  • Three Key Strategies To Grow Your Brand on a Budget

    Three Key Strategies To Grow Your Brand on a Budget
    Apr 26 2024
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    In the latest Rock My Restaurant podcast episode, the hosts spoke with fractional CMO Anna Tauzin about key strategies for growing restaurant brands on tight budgets. She discussed leveraging fractional executives to access high-level expertise affordably, engaging micro-influencers for targeted and cost-effective marketing, embracing platforms like TikTok and Instagram to attract Gen Z, collaborating with local businesses, utilizing user-generated content, implementing loyalty programs, and optimizing online presence. By thinking creatively and implementing these budget-friendly tactics, restaurants can effectively grow their brands without major expenditures, as Tauzin, the hosts, and other experts explore throughout the insightful conversation.
    #restaurant #branding #marketing #budget #fractionalexecutives #CMO #AnnaTauzin #influencers #microinfluencers #GenZ #TikTok #Instagram #socialmedia #collaboration #usergenerated #userGeneratedContent #loyaltyprograms #onlinepresence #podcast #RockMyRestaurant #strategies
    📈 Learn More ~ https://www.revernetworks.com/restaurant-power-index Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry.
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    51 mins
  • Unlocking the Power of Web3

    Unlocking the Power of Web3
    Apr 19 2024
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    The episode explores the future of consumer engagement and experiences in restaurants through Web3 tools like blockchain, digital IDs, NFTs and gaming. While Starbucks dropped its NFT program, edgier brands like Wow Bao are partnering with gaming platforms like Roblox to reach younger audiences. Gaming is a major growth area, with the global market expected to hit $1 trillion by 2027, driven substantially by Gen Z's affinity. The fast-casual restaurant segment, with its tech-savvy consumer base and $80 billion U.S. revenue, is well-positioned to lead Web3 adoption in areas like personalized loyalty programs through digital IDs. As Gen Z's influence rises, restaurants integrating Web3 solutions and gaming will likely be at the forefront of enhancing customer engagement.

    #Web3Restaurants #RestaurantMetaverse #FastCasualFuture #GamifyDining #GenZEats

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    Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry.
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    50 mins
  • Freebirds CEO Shares 3 Strategic Shifts to Reposition Brand in Fresh-Mex Market

    Freebirds CEO Shares 3 Strategic Shifts to Reposition Brand in Fresh-Mex Market
    Apr 11 2024
    In this episode of Rocky My Restaurant, Freebirds World Burrito CEO Alex Eagle shares his insights on building a successful fresh-mex brand in the highly competitive fast-casual sector. He discusses the importance of differentiating through a unique brand identity, high-quality ingredients, and customizable options to cater to customer tastes. Eagle also emphasizes the need to adapt to evolving customer preferences, such as offering online ordering and curbside pickup, while maintaining consistent quality and service to foster customer loyalty and create a memorable dining experience - key strategies for sustaining a brand in the modern restaurant industry.

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    Restaurant Power Index featuring the top 50 brands' performance in consumer sentiment based on 12 performance markers in food, service, and overall brand consumer sentiment. The RPI features historical and current sentiment analysis for key brands based on the overall market sentiment data. Subscribe for weekly reports on the top brands in the restaurant industry.
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    47 mins
  • The Secrets To Building A Bullet Proof Brand Ft. Another Broken Egg Cafe

    The Secrets To Building A Bullet Proof Brand Ft. Another Broken Egg Cafe
    Mar 28 2024
    In this episode of Rock My Restaurant, host Paul Barron and Tammy Billings sit down with Brandy Blackwell, the VP of Marketing for Another Broken Egg Cafe. The trio delves into women's growing presence and success in foodservice, highlighting the increasing number of women taking on leadership roles within the industry.

    The conversation reveals that women have made significant strides in VP and CXO roles across various sectors, with the fast casual industry experiencing the most notable growth. The year-over-year increase in these positions for women in fast casual has reached an impressive 6%, marking the most significant rise in the past decade.

    Brandy shares her insights on the hospitality sector's challenges, particularly the declining restaurant visits in 2024. The discussion focuses on potential solutions to address this issue and revitalize the industry. Drawing from their extensive experience, Paul, Tammy, and Brandy reveal three key secrets for brands looking to boost their daypart sales and engage consumers in innovative ways.

    Throughout the episode, Paul, Tammy, and Brandy explore the restaurant industry's evolving challenges in hospitality. The trio of experts unveils three crucial secrets that can help businesses improve guest satisfaction and construct a resilient, bullet-proof brand. By implementing these strategies, restaurants can navigate the industry's ever-changing landscape and emerge stronger than ever.

    Don't miss this thought-provoking and informative episode of Rock My Restaurant, as Paul Barron, Tammy Billings, and Brandy Blackwell share their expertise and offer a fresh perspective on the future of foodservice and the rising influence of women in the industry.
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    44 mins