All Interview articles – Page 9
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Analysis & InsightWet is the new dry
Amber Taverns has made a mockery of the industry adage that pubs need to serve food to succeed. James Wallin spoke to the founders to find out how they kept faith with the old-fashioned wet-led boozer
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Analysis & InsightSpirit in the Tye
As Mike Tye nears the end of his time at Spirit Pub Company, Phil Mellows finds out about what he’s achieved, his hopes for the merger with Greene King and his chances of playing more golf
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InterviewsFive-minute interview: Steve Holmes – Ask/Zizzi
M&C Report takes five minutes to talk to Steve Holmes, chief executive of The Azzurri Group, owner of ASK Italian and Zizzi, about securing good sites, the challenge of recruiting good staff and cooking pasta in a kettle!
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OpinionThe Leon King
One of the UK’s most influential restaurant chains is finally gearing up for serious growth and intends to build a healthy presence outside its London heartland within the next few years. Joe Lutrario talks to John Vincent about the story behind Leon
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Analysis & Insight
Five minutes with… Mark Robson, Red Mist Leisure
This week, M&C Report takes five minutes with Mark Robson, managing director of Red Mist Leisure – the Surrey-based managed pub operator.
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Analysis & Insight
Time to Thai down the number one spot
Thai Leisure Group wants to be recognised as the best in its field in the UK. The way the tide has turned when it comes to gaining finance in this competitive sector had led to the company’s desire to open more restaurants. Mel Flaherty finds out more
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Analysis & InsightLife in the fast Lanes
After reinvigorating Chicago Leisure, Christian Rose did not take long to find his next challenge – and is currently undertaking a root-and-branch review of All Star Lanes. He talks about his hectic first few months and his excitement at the possibilities that lie ahead
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Analysis & InsightFive minutes with... Peter Furness-Smith: McMullen's
M&C Report takes five minutes to talk to Peter Furness-Smith, chief executive of McMullen’s, about the importance of training and which restaurant consistently offers a great customer experience
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Analysis & InsightA view from the next generation
In the first of a new series, Ruth Williams talks to the winners of the Rising Stars awards for an insight into what the next generation of industry leaders think about this crucial sector.
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Analysis & Insight
Setting up open goals
Just two years on from launch, BT Sport has secured exclusive rights to football’s top European competitions. Mike Berry talks to director, commercial customers, Bruce Cuthbert about how the company will make the case for pubs to switch on to its service
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Opinion
Mixing markets takes Brains
As Coffee#1 reaches the milestone of its 50th store, SA Brain chief executive Scott Waddington talks about what pubs can learn from coffee shops but why the company is certainly not seeking to emulate Whitbread
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Analysis & InsightFive minutes with... Richard Cooper; The Stable
M&C Report takes five minutes to talk to Richard Cooper, founder of The Stable Bar and Restaurants, about animals in marketing and the impact the death of retail will have.
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Opinion
Commitment to the reign of Spain
Iberica restaurants managing director Fernandez Pardo believes Spain and the UK has something in common – neither is particularly good at selling its own products.
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Analysis & InsightFive minutes with... Alex Salussolia - Glendola Leisure
M&C Report takes five minutes to talk to Alex Salussolia, managing director of Glendola Leisure, about engaging with employees and disengaging with marketing campaigns
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Analysis & Insight
Why the sector needs more 'lion riders'
New World Trading Company managing director Chris Hill was named one of the sector’s rising stars at this year’s Retailers Retailer Awards. He talks to James Wallin about his path to success and how he has grown NWTC into a national force
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Analysis & InsightBorg-Neal: Industry needs to unite over VAT demands
Oakman Inns chief executive Peter Borg-Neal has said there is no way the new Conservative Government will support a cut in VAT on alcohol sales.
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Analysis & InsightFive minutes with... Ben Fordham - Benito's Hat
M&C Report takes five minutes to talk to Ben Fordham, founder director of Benito’s Hat, about growing the business he loves and the magic of peas
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OpinionNot a smash and grab
Tom Ryan, founder of US better burger chain Smashburger, talks to M&C Report about the growing influence of the fast-casual movement, the brand’s…
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OpinionNo easing off for this Guy
Andrew Guy has been in the business for more than 30 years and knows it inside out. Mark Wingett finds out what it takes to succeed in a sector that is becoming tougher in which to make your mark.
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OpinionFuture's Breit for TRG chief
When Danny Breithaupt was appointed chief executive of The Restaurant Group last year, he set out his vision to double the size of the company and find the right strategy for each of the company’s brands. Dominic Walsh talks to him about the potential to roll out new concepts, the public perception of TRG and how he handles competition from young upstarts such as Five Guys.