Albi Zogaj is turning his restaurant into a brand—and a media company. The co-founder of Albi Italian Kitchen in San Antonio, Zogaj has embraced the digital storytelling strategies championed host Shawn Walchef. From posting skits and behind-the-scenes content to launching a podcast and product line, Albi is showing what’s possible when restaurant owners lean into content creation and systems. His videos now bring in over 100,000 views, driving real foot traffic with zero ad spend. Whether it’s building community online or freeing up time through better operations, Albi is proving digital storytelling is a game-changer.

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• Owning Your Brand Identity – Albi Zogaj isn’t trying to please everyone. He’s leaned fully into building a neighborhood-focused brand, embracing a clear marketing voice that’s fun, approachable, and consistent—online and in the dining room.
  
• Be the Show, Not the Commercial – From skits and behind-the-scenes kitchen moments to sharing personal stories, Albi understands the importance of storytelling over selling. His short-form content now routinely hits 100K views and fills both his restaurants—with zero ad spend.
  
• Scaling Without Sacrificing Your Life – With a podcast, two restaurant locations, and a new product line, Albi is systemizing his operations so he can work on the business—not just in it. His mission? Help other mom-and-pop owners do the same.
  

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• Albi Zogaj Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/albionzogaj/
  
• Albi’s Vite Italian Kitchen: https://www.albisvite.com/
  
• Albi’s Vite Italian Kitchen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albisvite/#
  
• Albi’s Vite Italian Kitchen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@albisvitesa
  

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