Hospitality Strategy Lab with Jason Littrell

By Jason Littrell

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Welcome to Hospitality Strategy Lab, the podcast where science meets service. Join host Jason Littrell as he dives into the cutting-edge world of hospitality covering industry pioneers, tech innovators, and behavioral economics.

Each episode explores how AI, automation and data-driven strategies can enhance guest experiences and drive repeat business. From practical tips to big-picture insights, we’re here to give you the strategies you need to stay ahead in this ever-evolving industry.

Whether you’re a bar owner, restaurant manager, or hospitality operator, this podcast is your playbook for creating habit-forming guest experiences and sustainable growth.

Tune in and change the way you think about hospitality.


Episode Date
AI as a Pressure Test
Apr 30, 2026
The Quiet Exit
Mar 31, 2026
NYC Hospitality Law: HR, Paperwork & Growth Strategies with David Helbraun
Mar 27, 2026
Why We Buy: The Neuroscience of Pricing with Dr. Kai-Markus Mueller
Mar 24, 2026
“Win the Morning” Strategy with Spread Bagelry CEO Tom Selementi
Mar 23, 2026
Why Most Hospitality Tech Fails (with Matt Wallaert)
Mar 18, 2026
Luxury Hospitality Secrets: Chef Franck Desplechin on Leadership, Guest Experience & Mystery Audits
Mar 17, 2026
Restaurant Startup Legal Guide: NYC Hospitality Lawyer Rob Ontell on Leases, Compliance & Avoiding Costly Mistakes
Mar 16, 2026
Joe Mikulich on the Future of Las Vegas Dining, Guest Experience, and Restaurant Operations
Mar 09, 2026
[Mistakes Were Made] Do Not Pass Go — Fraud, Bankruptcy, Drained Bank Accounts, and Building Something Better
Mar 05, 2026
[Mistakes Were Made] Don't Trust the Dream — A 4-State Launch Disaster and the F. Scott Fitzgerald Granddaughter
Mar 05, 2026
[Mistakes Were Made] The Day You Learn Your Place — A Million-Dollar Disaster, a Doombox, and the GM Who Got Fired
Mar 05, 2026
Clementine’s “Feed Me” Experience: Reinventing Hospitality in San Antonio
Mar 02, 2026
Kevin Pedeaux on Building St. Roch Market: Community, Vendors & Hospitality Entrepreneurship
Feb 20, 2026
Jim Marsh on AI in Hospitality: Scaling Personalization, Chatbots & Customer Experience
Feb 10, 2026
The Silicon Sous-Chef: Automation and the Future of Hospitality
Dec 30, 2025
How Cordelia Became Cleveland’s Best Place to Work by Putting People First
Dec 12, 2025
How AI Content Creation Is Transforming Hospitality Marketing for Bars, Restaurants, and Brands
Dec 02, 2025
Community, Trust, and Advocacy: Winning Over Women Customers in Food and Beverage
Nov 17, 2025
From Staff Growth to Guest Loyalty: Behavioral Science Techniques for Modern Hospitality Operators
Nov 10, 2025
High-Performing Teams: Leadership, Onboarding, and Culture in Hospitality with Felicia Shakiba
Nov 03, 2025
The Art of Team Engagement with Geoffrey Toffetti from Frontline Performance Group
Oct 27, 2025
Future-Proofing Restaurants: AI, Labor, and Value Strategies for 2026 with Barbara Castiglia
Oct 20, 2025
Leif Huckman: Building Trust in Hospitality, CheckMyChecks.com
Oct 13, 2025
Consumer Psychology in Hospitality - Daniel Burstein on the Hospitality Strategy Lab Podcast
Oct 06, 2025
How Bars & Restaurants Can Easily Boost Local SEO with AI-Powered Listicles
Aug 26, 2025
Deep Listening
Aug 19, 2025
Consistent Cocktails- The "How You Do Anything" Secret
Aug 12, 2025
Restaurant Project Management Secrets REVEALED
Aug 05, 2025
Don't sleep on WiFi or Waitlists...
Jul 31, 2025
Introducing KMS Community
Mar 17, 2025
Social Media: A necessary Pain in the A$$ for Restaurants (and how to automate it)
Feb 03, 2025
Cold and Brutal Truths about Loyalty in Restaurants
Jan 30, 2025
The Hunter who Chases Two Rabbits -- Makes it work
Jan 27, 2025
Hospitality Data Magic: Turning Guests into Regulars
Jan 13, 2025
Interview with Shawn Soole LIVE on the Post Shift Podcast
Jan 11, 2025
How to Effectively Communicate Business Changes to Customers Online
Jan 10, 2025
Strategies for Maximizing Takeout and Delivery Sales
Jan 09, 2025
The Flywheel Effect: Building and Retaining Your Customer Database
Jan 06, 2025
Gratitude and Strategy: How Independent Bars and Restaurants Are Thriving
Dec 20, 2024
How Imperfect Action Fills Your Bar Faster Than Overthinking
Dec 19, 2024
Why Charging Cocktail Prices for Mocktails Hurts Hospitality
Nov 20, 2024
Rethinking Restaurant SEO: Using ChatGPT for Better Optimization and Higher Rankings
Nov 19, 2024
Never Miss a Guest: How Missed Call Text-Back and AI Can Revolutionize Your Hospitality Business
Nov 19, 2024
Why Responding to Every Review is Critical for Your Hospitality Business (and How It Boosts Your SEO and Reputation)
Nov 11, 2024
Unlocking Customer Loyalty Through NPS Feedback
Nov 09, 2024
Maximizing Discoverability: Why Your Tequila Drink is LIKE a Margarita
Nov 04, 2024
Engage Guests & Boost Sales with an Evergreen Scavenger Hunt for Your Bar, Restaurant, or Event.
Nov 02, 2024
Mastering Reputation Management: How to Make Your Hospitality Brand Grow
Nov 01, 2024
Why Your Hospitality Business Needs a Feedback Loop
Nov 01, 2024
The Ultimate Guide to Data-Driven Decision Making for Hospitality Operators
Nov 01, 2024
Behavioral Psychology Hacks to Keep Guests Coming Back for More
Nov 01, 2024
How AI and Automation are Revolutionizing Guest Experience in Hospitality
Nov 01, 2024