Podcast appearances and mentions of chris tomasso

As today's guest will tell us, breakfasts have recently overtaken Friday dinners as the number one dining out experience of choice. So in the always-competitive hospitality industry, restaurants that do those meals particularly well are in a fantastic position. Chris Tomasso definitely understands how to excel in this space. Chris is the CEO of First Watch Restaurants, which trades under the symbol FWRG.  Prior to taking the helm in 2018, Chris served as President for three years and as Chief Marketing Officer from 2006 to 2015.  Before joining First Watch, Chris led strategic branding and marketing for renowned national and international brands such as Cracker Barrel and Hard Rock Cafe International.In 2021, Chris was named one of the restaurant industry's most admired C-suite leaders by FSR Magazine. Later that year, he led First Watch into Wall Street with their IPO. Chris earned a BA from the University of Central Florida and is an active alum who currently serves on the University of Central Florida Foundation Board of Directors. He was inducted into the University's Nicholson School of Communication and Media Hall of Fame in 2016. Highlights:Chris describes First Watch's background and market concept (2:57)Competition and First Watch's position in the market (4:08)Chris describes First Watch's business model (6:17)First Watch's unique shift schedule, and why it attracts employees (8:43)Chris' approach to business operations (10:36)Chris describes the importance of remaining in the restaurant atmosphere as a CEO (12:06)How First Watch incorporates developing technology into their business (13:59)How Chris applies his marketing background in his role at First Watch (15:30)Chris' capital allocation strategies (17:21)More on First Watch's disruptive business model, and their strategic market placement (18:54)Chris' view on inflation and its ongoing impact on the hospitality industry (20:28)Chris describes the impact of First Watch to becoming a public company (22:09)How Chris was introduced to the hospitality industry (24:27)Links:Chris Tomasso on LinkedInFirst Watch Restaurants on LinkedInFirst Watch Restaurants WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

As today's guest will tell us, breakfasts have recently overtaken Friday dinners as the number one dining out experience of choice. So in the always-competitive hospitality industry, restaurants that do those meals particularly well are in a fantastic position. Chris Tomasso definitely understands how to excel in this space. Chris is the CEO of First Watch Restaurants, which trades under the symbol FWRG.  Prior to taking the helm in 2018, Chris served as President for three years and as Chief Marketing Officer from 2006 to 2015.  Before joining First Watch, Chris led strategic branding and marketing for renowned national and international brands such as Cracker Barrel and Hard Rock Cafe International.In 2021, Chris was named one of the restaurant industry's most admired C-suite leaders by FSR Magazine. Later that year, he led First Watch into Wall Street with their IPO. Chris earned a BA from the University of Central Florida and is an active alum who currently serves on the University of Central Florida Foundation Board of Directors. He was inducted into the University's Nicholson School of Communication and Media Hall of Fame in 2016. Highlights: Chris describes First Watch's background and market concept (2:57) Competition and First Watch's position in the market (4:08) Chris describes First Watch's business model (6:17) First Watch's unique shift schedule, and why it attracts employees (8:43) Chris' approach to business operations (10:36) Chris describes the importance of remaining in the restaurant atmosphere as a CEO (12:06) How First Watch incorporates developing technology into their business (13:59) How Chris applies his marketing background in his role at First Watch (15:30) Chris' capital allocation strategies (17:21) More on First Watch's disruptive business model, and their strategic market placement (18:54) Chris' view on inflation and its ongoing impact on the hospitality industry (20:28) Chris describes the impact of First Watch to becoming a public company (22:09) How Chris was introduced to the hospitality industry (24:27) Links:Chris Tomasso on LinkedInFirst Watch Restaurants on LinkedInFirst Watch Restaurants WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses the Fed and the 10-year yield. PJT Partners CEO Paul Taubman speaks with Bloomberg's Sonali Basak for a rare interview to discuss his firm, M&A, and AI in investment banking. Chris Ciolino, Industrial Analyst with Bloomberg Intelligence, joins to break down Caterpillar earnings. Nimrit Kang, CIO and Senior Portfolio Manager at North Star Asset Management, joins to discuss investing strategies and gives her market outlook. Chris Tomasso, CEO at First Watch (NASDAQ: FWRG), joins to discuss earnings and industry outlook. Jim Taylor, CEO at Brixmor (NYSE: BRX), joins to discuss his company's earnings and industry outlook. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi joins Emily Chang and Ed Ludlow on Bloomberg Technology for an interview on earnings. Hosted by Paul Sweeney and Jess Menton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I have a conversation with Chris Tomasso, a gamification consultant, and podcast host. We talk about creativity, personal development, self-awareness, and the path to awakening. This was one of those conversations where we could have kept talking because as you will hear we are both passionate about the topic of awakening. A few highlights from our conversation: Use data cautiously. Use multiple data points to begin to identify trends in what you create to see how audiences are connecting with your message. We talked about the qualities of good and bad gamification and how gamification is now part of the fabric of our reality. Learn how self-awareness can bring more freedom and joy into our lives. There are no boundaries in our life and work so unblocking ourselves in one area in our lives will help all parts equally. Learn why the parts we hide about ourselves are the parts that are essential to who we are. If you're stuck then moving your body, whether it is through dance, running, or biking can help release the negative energy stuck within you. Enjoy! Episode show notes and transcript

This week, the NRN editors discussed the latest collaboration between McDonald’s and a celebrity: Mariah Carey. The Queen of Christmas partnered with the quick-service giant for a set of deals leading up to Christmas. This collaboration differs from most of the brand’s celebrity collaborations as there is no special meal or merchandise, just discounts on items already on the menu. Also, the editors discussed whether In-N-Out will go to Florida. The editors came to an early consensus, but the deeper issue is what this call between Gov. DeSantis and Lysni Synder will do for the brand’s reputation. What does it mean that In-N-Out appears to be more public than ever about this controversial issue? The editors discuss it all. Finally, the team talks about the big news this week which was that Danny Meyer’s SPAC is investing in Panera Brands and helping it go public. For the guest this week, Ron Ruggless spoke with the CEO of First Watch Chris Tomasso about the brand’s first public earnings.

First Watch Restaurant Group (FWRG) stock began trading on the Nasdaq today. President and CEO, Chris Tomasso, says that the company is a daytime dining concept that serves breakfast, brunch, and lunch. There are currently more than 420 restaurants in 28 states. The IPO priced at $18 per share and the stock opened at $21 per share. What is next for First Watch Restaurant Group and how will the stock continue to perform?

This week we resume my discussion with Molly Mandelberg and Chris Tomasso, co-host savants of hot new podcast Reveal The Game of Life.  Last episode explored the relationship between creating and receiving and what it would take to invite 100 million dollars into your bank account.  We are just wrapping up that discussion and are getting ready to talk about the seeming paradox of the power of intention vs surrendering to the will of the universal mind. https://wildheartsriseup.mykajabi.com/reveal-the-game-of-life

Molly Mandelberg and Chris Tomasso are the co-hosts of the hot new podcast, Reveal The Game Of Life.   I asked them to be on the show because one of the things we talk about ad nauseum on The Evolutionary is that we all have a highly unique evolutionary path and that finding/defining it and getting into motion along it will open up your life is so many ways, while also helping to heal the world.  This is because your evolution is the evolution of the species.  But moving along our path is sometimes easier said than done.  Every step of the journey has it gifts and challenges. And each must be received and addressed for each was sent as a guide (to quote Rumi)...So it is vital that we find the information or inspiration we need in those moments to continue on our journey.  Almost everyone is stuck on something in their life, and many are getting pulled under in some way.  Reveal the Game of Life, in my view, is a resource for people to a) get a hit of some good stuff in their day, and b) maybe get some wisdom that will get them through something that has been impeding their flow.      Chris Tomasso excelled from a young age. It wasn't until adulthood that he realized the game of life was a little different than the academic world he had quickly mastered as a child.  After searching and trying all kinds of tools, Chris found his way to a healing/awakening experience that changed everything.  Life became a pleasure cruise in a way he had only dreamed about before. He lives in Hawaiian paradise and does gamification and transformational narrative consulting for businesses that do good in the world.  After having his own direct experiences, (and 'getting' some powerful truths about the game of life) he loves to talk about what he's learned and the roundabout way he discovered his new reality.    Molly Mandleberg is Not your average digital marketer, content creator, or business strategist, Molly runs her 6-figure business from her self-converted sprinter van, while traveling the world full-time. (i.e. living her dream) She has been in the conversation of consciousness for a lifetime, (maybe more than one) as she was brought up believing in the Law of Attraction.  Molly's awareness of the magic available to her has continued to expand and evolve. She's built her career on synthesizing that magic, with the practical tools of running a business, to support coaches and healers to go big. When she's not gallivanting and being a boss, she makes art, writes books, and snuggles her chiweenie, Atreyu. https://wildheartsriseup.mykajabi.com/reveal-the-game-of-life

Welcome to Reveal the Game of Life. Meet your Hosts, Molly Mandelberg and Chris Tomasso.  Learn more at http://revealthegameoflife.com/

Chris Tomasso is a Transformational Narrative Designer and Consultant. His expertise includes gamification, storytelling, and embedding consciousness expansion in systems. He has facilitated experiential workshops with Google, Intuit and Facebook, he has consulted on holistic health and personal development apps, and he has coached via multiple energy work modalities. He graduated high school at age 12 and he has only had a 9-5 for about 3 months in his entire life. When he's not waxing about how reality is a hologram and or spreading the message about humanity experiencing unprecedented awakening, he's playing ultimate frisbee or body surfing waves in Hawaii. If you resonate with his message you can contact him at chris_tomasso on Twitter or via email at chris@octalysisgroup.com   Today's episode is a little bit unique.  You see, the way these episodes normally come about is that I end up getting connected with someone who I might like to have on the show, and then i have an introductory call with them to get acquainted and see if we both would like to do the actual interview.  Then we schedule it and proceed with all the normal preparatory stuff.     At some point pretty early on I learned that it was a good idea to record those initial meetings on zoom so that I could go back and listen to them again while preparing for the interviews.  This allows me to be more present in those conversations because I don't have to take notes.     So I got on this initial call with Chris and at some point I realized that if we were to have an interview I would just want him to say all of the stuff that he just said, so by the end of our chat we both decided that, since I was recording, that the interview was already done...it just happened.  So this not only a recording of our introductory chat, it's also a really fun interview and a 2 parter at that!  However, one consequence of doing it this way is that, since neither of us were thinking this would be an episode, it's a little more gritty than the normal episode, with a more casual tone and a lot more explicatives.  So hopefully it is not too spicy for you!

Chris Tomasso is a Transformational Narrative Designer and Consultant. His expertise includes gamification, storytelling, and embedding consciousness expansion in systems. He has facilitated experiential workshops with Google, Intuit and Facebook, he has consulted on holistic health and personal development apps, and he has coached via multiple energy work modalities. He graduated high school at age 12 and he has only had a 9-5 for about 3 months in his entire life. When he's not waxing about how reality is a hologram and or spreading the message about humanity experiencing unprecedented awakening, he's playing ultimate frisbee or body surfing waves in Hawaii. If you resonate with his message you can contact him at chris_tomasso on Twitter or via email at chris@octalysisgroup.com   Today's episode is a little bit unique.  You see, the way these episodes normally come about is that I end up getting connected with someone who I might like to have on the show, and then i have an introductory call with them to get acquainted and see if we both would like to do the actual interview.  Then we schedule it and proceed with all the normal preparatory stuff.     At some point pretty early on I learned that it was a good idea to record those initial meetings on zoom so that I could go back and listen to them again while preparing for the interviews.  This allows me to be more present in those conversations because I don't have to take notes.     So I got on this initial call with Chris and at some point I realized that if we were to have an interview I would just want him to say all of the stuff that he just said, so by the end of our chat we both decided that, since I was recording, that the interview was already done...it just happened.  So this not only a recording of our introductory chat, it's also a really fun interview and a 2 parter at that!  However, one consequence of doing it this way is that, since neither of us were thinking this would be an episode, it's a little more gritty than the normal episode, with a more casual tone and a lot more explicatives.  So hopefully it is not too spicy for you! 

There have been many stories about the breakfast segment's decline during COVID-19. Traditional breakfast-segment leaders from Starbucks to Dunkin' to McDonald's have seen downturns in sales, but family-dining chain First Watch wants the industry to know there's more to the story. “There are two narratives here and I wish people would show our side,” said Chris Tomasso, CEO of First Watch. The University Park, Fla.-based chain is suburban-heavy in its franchise locations, giving it an advantage over quick-service chains that customers normally frequent on their morning commute or in major cities with public transportation, reasoned Tomasso. Plus, Tomasso stressed that First Watch is an all-day restaurant chain, and one of the fastest growing, according to Nation's Restaurant News' Top 200 data. The brand has seen steady sales, and 18 new units open, since the pandemic hit the U.S. in March of this year. That can be attributed to loyal customers and an investment in technology said Tomasso. Before the pandemic, customers had to order for curbside pickup via the restaurant phone. The brand was in the process of rolling out the mobile app for months, but it just so happened to coincide with a virus that forced everyone to rely on technology which was already a leg up over prior business at First Watch. First Watch grew its off-premise sales by 500%, but the main source of revenue was and still is dine-in. Around 70% of First Watch's business remains dine-in revenue to this day. Listen to our conversation and learn why Tomasso thinks First Watch will survive and continue to grow.

There have been many stories about the breakfast segment’s decline during COVID-19. Traditional breakfast-segment leaders from Starbucks to Dunkin’ to McDonald’s have seen downturns in sales, but family-dining chain First Watch wants the industry to know there’s more to the story. “There are two narratives here and I wish people would show our side,” said Chris Tomasso, CEO of First Watch. The University Park, Fla.-based chain is suburban-heavy in its franchise locations, giving it an advantage over quick-service chains that customers normally frequent on their morning commute or in major cities with public transportation, reasoned Tomasso. Plus, Tomasso stressed that First Watch is an all-day restaurant chain, and one of the fastest growing, according to Nation’s Restaurant News’ Top 200 data. The brand has seen steady sales, and 18 new units open, since the pandemic hit the U.S. in March of this year. That can be attributed to loyal customers and an investment in technology said Tomasso. Before the pandemic, customers had to order for curbside pickup via the restaurant phone. The brand was in the process of rolling out the mobile app for months, but it just so happened to coincide with a virus that forced everyone to rely on technology which was already a leg up over prior business at First Watch. First Watch grew its off-premise sales by 500%, but the main source of revenue was and still is dine-in. Around 70% of First Watch’s business remains dine-in revenue to this day. Listen to our conversation and learn why Tomasso thinks First Watch will survive and continue to grow.

In this episode, we talk with CHRIS TOMASSO, former CMO for Hard Rock International and Cracker Barrel, and currently the President & CEO of First Watch: The Daytime Cafe, which is the fastest growing breakfast concept in the country.THOUGHT #1It's not your Life and it's not your Wife.THOUGHT #2My Life has Been Filled with Terrible Misfortunes, Most of Which Never Happened. - Michel MontaigneCONNECT:Website: www.FirstWatch.comEmail: ctomasso@FIRSTWATCH.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-tomasso-4a0b012/BRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS:Sun & Fork – www.sunandfork.comElton John: Tantums & Tiaras documentary - https://www.amazon.com/Elton-John-Tantrums-Tiaras/dp/B001GM6C3KThe Electric Company/Spiderman - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Electric_CompanyUncle Ben Parker (Spider-Man) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/With_great_power_comes_great_responsibilityFive Star Iris/Alan Schaefer, “Daylight” - http://www.songlyrics.com/five-star-iris/daylight-lyricsOlive Garden – www.olivegarden.comHard Rock Productions’ RockFest – https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-xpm-2000-07-21-0007210041-story.htmlMTV Rockfest (Chicago) - http://www.mtv.com/news/1122358/metallica-kid-rock-top-rockfest-bill/MTV Rockfest (Atlanta) - http://www.mtv.com/news/1427239/sugar-ray-everlast-collective-soul-more-rock-atlanta-rockfest/Metallica (James Hetfield) – www.metallica.comThe Barenaked Ladies - www.BarenakedLadies.comBarry Manilow - www.BarryManilow.comHard Rock Live Orlando - https://www.hardrock.com/live/locations/orlando/Chick-fil-A - www.Chick-Fil-A.comSugar Ray – www.sugarray.comTonic – www.toniconline.comKid Rock – www.kidrock.comVan Halen – www.van-halen.comVertical Horizon – www.verticalhorizon.comThe Council of Hotel & Restaurant Trainers (CHART) – www.chart.orgHard Rock International – www.HardRock.comRock ‘n Roll With It: Overcoming the Challenge of Change (Brant Menswar) – www.RocknRollWithIt.comCulture That Rocks: How to Revolutionize Your Company’s Culture (Jim Knight) – www.CultureThatRocks.comCannonball Kids’ cancer – www.CannonballKidscancer.orgKeppler Speakers - www.KepplerSpeakers.comCertified Rock Star - www.CertifiedRockStar.comThoughts That Rock – www.ThoughtsThatRock.comSpectacle Photography (Show/Website Photos) – www.spectaclephoto.comJeffrey Todd “JT” Keel (Show Music) - https://www.facebook.com/jtkeelCHRIS TOMASSO'S BIO:Since joining First Watch in 2006, Chris Tomasso has led many strategic initiatives that have driven First Watch’s industry-leading growth, including the development and execution of a comprehensive multi-year re-branding effort. During his tenure, First Watch grew from about 50 restaurants to more than 375 while delivering double-digit annualized sales growth.Prior to joining First Watch, Chris worked as an account executive for renowned PR agency Curley & Pynn before leading national and international marketing efforts for renowned brands such as Cracker Barrel and Hard Rock Cafe.He was honored on Nation’s Restaurant News’ Power List in 2017, named a Top Private Company CMO in 2012 by ExecRank and currently serves on the University of Central Florida Foundation Board of Directors.

In this episode of RB's podcast, “A Deeper Dive,” the new CEO of the fast-growing chain talks about its keys to success.

Chris Tomasso is an expert in helping business owners supercharge their clients' results through gamification and behavioral psychology. He started young. After studying computer programming at the ripe age of 11, he designed a gamified curriculum for an innovative school system, he's facilitated experiential exercises for Google, Facebook, and several other companies. And he has even written a book about how World of Warcraft can help motivate you and your team.    Chris has personally created customized games that have helped people start businesses, create and maintain workout routines, and meet their soulmate.   This is one of my favorite things to talk about. I'm so excited to share Chris and his genius with you.    Feel free to get ahold of him HERE to learn more.

In today's episode, I am joined by Chris Tomasso, co-producer of Consciously Speaking, and author of the book, Law of Attraction Instruction Manual, as we talk about the world of "money". Whether you have plenty of it, or not enough, we've all got stories around money. Some we inherited from our parents and society, and others we developed through our own life experiences. Chris and I will cover several topics, including: Financial abundance and what keeps you from having it Your desire for more and where that comes from Money as it pertains to happiness ... and more We'd love it if you'd join in the conversation. Please post your comments at www.MichaelNeeley.com or on our Facebook page at Facebook.com/ConsciousSpeak.   Don't forget to subscribe on iTunes or Stitcher so that you don't miss a single episode!

We're talking to restaurant operators that are breaking eggs and cooking up both omelets and profits! We're focusing on breakfast concepts - one of the hottest dayparts today in the restaurant industry. Chris Tomasso of First Watch and Daryl Dollinger of Flying Biscuit are industry leaders with a pulse on the hottest menu trends and have joined the Restaurant Brokers to talk about why the early bird is getting payoff - in the restaurant industry. Tune In!