Best Skip Kimpel Podcasts (2025)

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TCP094: The AI IT Consultant Is Here! 35:28

1M ago35:28

35:28

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 traditiona…

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TCP093: MURTEC 2025 Recap with Tom Seeker 36:21

3M ago36:21

36:21

This 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…

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TCP092: Making Data An Experience, Spreadsheets Are Dead! 30:15

3M ago30:15

30:15

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 a…

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TCP091: VIROO: The Only XR You'll Ever Need 38:20

4M ago38:20

38:20

The 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 …

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TCP090: Powering the New Wave of Hospitality with HTC VIVE 40:23

4M ago40:23

40:23

This 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 shap…

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TCP089: Smart Glasses That Slay - Meet ARGO 33:09

4M ago33:09

33:09

The 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,…

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TCP088: Feel The Future of XR Training With WEART Haptics 39:27

4M ago39:27

39:27

Guido 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, …

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TCP087: Steaming up Success with Geoff Alexander 32:54

5M ago32:54

32:54

The 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 …

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TCP086: AI, IoT and Bottom-Line Bliss with Fabio Zaniboni 32:38

5M ago32:38

32:38

This 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-c…

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TCP085: Navigating Digital Transformation with Ken Gavranovic 28:55

5M ago28:55

28:55

Ken 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 tec…

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TCP084: "AI Does Not Exist" with Brandon McRill, CEO of 5Out 35:32

5M ago35:32

35:32

Skip 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 …

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TCP083: Mastering Hospitality: Leadership In Action 37:08

5M ago37:08

37:08

Mike 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…

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TCP082: Data Driven Training with XR featuring Tony Bevilacqua of Cognitive3D 39:39

6M ago39:39

39:39

The 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…

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TCP081: Scaling Hospitality Excellence Featuring Michael Cohen 40:27

6M ago40:27

40:27

Today, 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 reg…

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TCP080: Redefining the Future of Hospitality 28:56

7M ago28:56

28:56

This 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 inte…

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TCP079: Next-Gen Hospitality: Embracing XR with John Cunningham 37:31

7M ago37:31

37:31

Skip 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…

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TCP078: Inventory: From Manual to Magical with NomadGo and PAR 33:31

8M ago33:31

33:31

This 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…

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TCP077: Creating a Global Tech Stack with Troy Hooper 35:47

2y ago35:47

35:47

Joining 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, oper…

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TCP076: The Battle for Hospitality: HITEC VS The Hospitality Show 34:48

2y ago34:48

34:48

Back 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 hap…

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TCP075: The AI Conundrum with Nabeel from Lunchbox 37:46

2y ago37:46

37:46

Joining 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 …

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TCP074: Welcome to the Future of Delivery 28:57

2y ago28:57

28:57

Joining 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 als…

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TCP073: The Digital Restaurant with Carl Orsbourn & Meredith Sandland 30:56

2y ago30:56

30:56

Joining 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 bo…

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TCP072: The Man With The Midas Touch - Chris Artinian 29:51

2y ago29:51

29:51

I 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 techn…

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TCP071: The Metaverse 101 with Kevin Seo 32:04

2y ago32:04

32:04

Today, 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 thi…

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TCP070: MURTEC 2023 Recap Show with Toby Malbec 32:58

2+ y ago32:58

32:58

Today, 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…

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TCP069: Critical KPI Tracking with Robert Peterson 33:40

2+ y ago33:40

33:40

I 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 anothe…

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TCP068: Crafting a Digital Palate with Scott Lawton of bartaco 32:24

2+ y ago32:24

32:24

For 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 w…

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TCP067: Failure is NOT an Option with Chef Robert Irvine 38:41

2+ y ago38:41

38:41

The 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 o…

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TCP066: Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers: What is their secret sauce? 33:17

2+ y ago33:17

33:17

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 d…

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TCP065: How to Build a Successful Tech Stack for Franchisees 31:03

2+ y ago31:03

31:03

I 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 an…

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TCP064: Learn How To Set Healthy Boundaries With Your Vendors 36:29

2+ y ago36:29

36:29

This 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 …

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TCP063: MURTEC Executive Summit 2022 Recap 37:20

2+ y ago37:20

37:20

Last 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 myse…

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TCP062: Metaversal - Curators of the Metaverse for Restaurants 36:34

2+ y ago36:34

36:34

Happening 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. An…

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TCP 061: Menches Bros Is Now On The Blockchain! 29:19

2+ y ago29:19

29:19

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…

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TCP 060: Make Data-Driven Decisions For Your Restaurant 36:14

2+ y ago36:14

36:14

It’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 …

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TCP 059: The Future of Web3 Dining Is Here 31:05

3y ago31:05

31:05

So, 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 th…

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TCP058: From Mainstreet to the Metaverse: Inventors of the Hamburger To Launch NFT Collection 37:39

3y ago37:39

37:39

That’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 f…

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TCP057: Digital Entirety Featuring Noah Glass, Founder and CEO of OLO 50:44

3y ago50:44

50:44

Welcome 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…

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TCP056: Drone Delivery - The Facts with Ben Thein, COO of Flytrex 32:08

3y ago32:08

32:08

Hello 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…

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TCP055: Father's Day Special Featuring Al Kimpel 26:40

3y ago26:40

26:40

Well, 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 h…

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TCP054: Increasing Revenue by Leveraging Guest Feedback with Zack Oates 35:30

3y ago35:30

35:30

For 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 …

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TCP053: Using Data to Convert Bodies Into Bits with Marcus Wasdin 35:29

3y ago35:29

35:29

Here 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…

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TCP052: Marketing Tech Talk with Rev 27:54

3y ago27:54

27:54

Welcome 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 everythin…

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TCP051: Blockchain for Restaurants with Chad Horn from Devour 34:35

3y ago34:35

34:35

Welcome 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 y…

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TCP050: Growth Strategy with Abe Ng from Sushi Maki 27:42

3y ago27:42

27:42

Welcome 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 …

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TCP049: Fireside Chat with Tim Tang 33:17

3y ago33:17

33:17

Welcome 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 Boston We had …

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TCP048: MURTEC 2022 Recap 34:01

3y ago34:01

34:01

Welcome 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…

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TCP047: Out With The Old, In With The New 8:59

3+ y ago8:59

8:59

It 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 C…

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TCP046: Industry Rockstar, Joe Tenczar, Co-Founder of Restaurant CIOs 36:43

4y ago36:43

36:43

MURTEC 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 …

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TCP045: Virtual Brands with Wade Allen and Pankaj Patra of Brinker International 38:22

4y ago38:22

38:22

MURTEC 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…

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