Show Notes
Food for thought: The changing face of the hospitality industry
In this episode, we chat with Mark McColloch to explore the impact the pandemic has had on the hospitality industry, whether apps are changing the way we socialise and eat, and the undervalued power of social for marketing.
About Mark: Mark is currently a virtual CMO for the Hospitality and Leisure sector. Prior to this he was the CEO of a Multi-Award winning Food & Drink Creative Agency after a career spanning the likes of Pret A Manger, Yo Sushi and lastminute.com amongst others.
What he doesn’t know about marketing in this sector, isn’t worth knowing!
Learn more about Mark McColloch: @Supersonic_Inc
Learn more about Brandon Relph: www.brandonrelph.com
Learn more about Lizzie Hodgson: www.lizziehodgson.com
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