Finn McKenty’s Advice for Creators: Show Up, Tell Stories, and Build Trust
At the heart of Finn McKenty’s content philosophy is storytelling. Whether you’re a business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur, your ability to tell a compelling story can make or break your success. “You don’t need millions of followers,” McKenty explains. “You just need the right person to find your content.” For businesses, this means shifting away […]
How to Produce Content in 2025
Shawn Walchef steps into the guest seat for the very first episode of The Pineapple Perspective with Troy Hooper. As the CEO of Hot Palette America, Troy has spent years leading and innovating in the restaurant industry. Now, he’s amplifying hospitality voices with his new podcast. And who better to kick things off than Shawn, […]
How Omar Zebi and A-Team Delivery Are Redefining Restaurant Logistics with Innovation and Trust
Omar Zebi, Co-Founder of A-Team Delivery & Logistics, has built a thriving business that’s reshaping how restaurants handle deliveries. Based in Hoboken, New Jersey, A-Team Delivery began its journey in 2017 with Omar and his business partner, Amir, after the unexpected closure of a delivery company they managed. Determined to support their network of drivers […]
Rising Tides: Holiday Movies and Traditions
Welcome to the Rising Tides Live Streaming Event on Holiday Movies and Traditions! In this festive session, we dive into the joy, nostalgia, and spirited debates that come with holiday movies and traditions. In this episode of Rising Tides Live, the group explores what makes a great holiday movie, shares personal favorites, and even tackles […]
Rising Tides: LinkedIn For Business in 2025
Welcome to the Rising Tides Live Streaming Event on LinkedIn Strategies for 2025! In this session, we dive into the evolving role of LinkedIn as a critical platform for businesses, creators, and entrepreneurs to connect, engage, and grow in 2025. In this episode of Rising Tides Live, the group explores actionable LinkedIn strategies, including the […]
Why YouTube, Instagram, and Going Live Are Non-Negotiables for Growth with David Meltzer
In this latest Coaching Call with entrepreneur, podcast host, and mentor David Meltzer, host Shawn Walchef explores the power of YouTube, Instagram posting and going live! The World is Your Stage In today’s ever-evolving digital landscape, staying relevant requires strategy, consistency, and embracing the right platforms. Business coach and entrepreneur David Meltzer, known for his […]
How Mike Fishman Blends Passion, Sales, and Partnerships in Hospitality
Mike Fishman is a leader in tech and hospitality, and is now paving new paths as VP of Sales at Commerce7, a platform that streamlines operations for wineries. Commerce7 offers a full suite of tools, from E-commerce to POS systems, helping wineries operate more efficiently. But Mike’s journey here is as much about relationships and […]
Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: Setting Realistic Goals
Goals…realistic or not…are essential to our growth, motivation, and success. But why do they sometimes feel so complicated? How can we tell when a goal is realistic, and could putting too much pressure on ourselves to achieve them do more harm than good? Today’s conversation touches on the key aspects of setting realistic goals, offering […]
The Power of Just Starting with Jeremy Julian of The Restaurant Tech Guys
Jeremy Julian, founder of Restaurant Tech Guys Podcast, shared his insights on the Digital Hospitality podcast with Shawn Walchef. With years of experience helping restaurants embrace technology and improve operations, Julian offered simple but powerful advice for those looking to break into content creation and adapt to an ever-changing digital landscape. “Just start.” he says. […]
Rising Tide LinkedIn Live: Business Travel Hacks You Should Know
As the world begins to settle back into its norm post pandemic, business travel is back in full swing. For the participants in a recent Rising Tide LinkedIn Live Room hosted by Shawn Walchef of Cali BBQ Media, travel, both business and personal, comes with rituals and “aha moments” that they have implemented into their […]