In this latest Digital Hospitality episode, host Shawn Walchef sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and mentor David Meltzer to discuss Stage Theory, content creation, and how businessesespecially in hospitalitycan leverage events for growth. The conve

In this session, we explore how childhood experiences and early passions can shape careers, personal growth, and the way we navigate the world as adults. In this episode of Rising Tides Live, guest host Elizabeth Doss fills in for Shawn Walchef, leading a

Scott Porter isnt just selling churros, hes selling an experience, a story, and a movement. As the CEO and founder of San Diablo Churros, Porter has built his brand on innovation, persistence, and storytelling, turning a simple fried pastry into a cultu

In this session, we dive into the fundamentals of effective storytelling and why mastering this skill is essential for business owners, content creators, and entrepreneurs. In this episode ofRising Tides Live, hosted byShawn Walchef, the group explores

Shawn Walchef knows the power of digital storytelling. As the owner of Cali BBQ and founder of Cali BBQ Media, hes spent 17 years building a brand thats as much about content as it is about barbecue. But at the Google Restaurant Industry Influencers Sum

In this episode of Rising Tides Live, the conversation focuses on the often-overlooked but critical world of restaurant repairs and maintenance. Featured guest Daniel Estrada, co-founder and CEO of 86 Repairs, shares his insights on how proactive repair s

For 50 years, Melting Pot has been more than just a restaurantit has been a place where people come together, slow down, and connect over an interactive dining experience unlike any other. In an era where many restaurants struggle to stay relevant, Melti

In this session, we explore what Valentines Day means in the world of hospitality and how businesses can create truly memorable experiences beyond just the holiday rush. In this episode ofRising Tides Live, hosted byShawn Walchef, the group shares stor

Running a restaurant can feel like an isolating battle. The long hours, staff shortages, rising costs, and constant problem-solving make it easy to believe that no one else understands what youre going through. But the truth is, youre not aloneand that

In this session, we discuss what it really means to go viral in todays digital landscape and why it may not be the right goal for content creators, business owners, and entrepreneurs. In this episode of Rising Tides Live, hosted by Shawn Walchef, the gro