Episode 80: Creating Hospitality Industry Video Content for Social Media with Latasha James, Founder & Creative Director of James + Park

Episode 80: Creating Hospitality Industry Video Content for Social Media with Latasha James, Founder & Creative Director of James + Park

Author: Tripleseat June 16, 2023 Duration: 48:33

On this episode, Kate and Rachel are joined by Latasha James, Founder & Creative Director of James + Park, a social-first video marketing firm serving clients throughout the globe. Latasha is a marketing strategist, digital content creator, and coach with years of experience creating successful video marketing strategies.


Looking to grow your hospitality business' social media presence using video? Latasha gives insight into what social media platforms to focus on first, how to plan out video content, how to get your staff comfortable on video, how to use the user-generated content already being posted about your business, how to edit your video content, and much more on what's hot in social media for the hospitality industry right now. Check out Latasha's picks for restaurants to follow for inspiration on Instagram: @baobabfare and @crossroadskitchen!


Learn more about Latasha James on her website https://latashajames.com/ and follow her on Instagram @thelatashajames.


Ever feel like the world of events and hospitality moves a little too fast to keep up? That’s exactly where Two Chicks, Three Seats: The Event Manager's Guide to Industry Trends comes in. Hosted by Kate Kennedy and Rachel Calkins from Tripleseat, this conversation feels like grabbing a coffee with two colleagues who are deeply embedded in the field. They cut through the noise, offering a grounded look at what’s actually happening. You’ll hear them unpack the latest news, debate emerging food and beverage trends, and share practical marketing insights that go beyond theory. The discussions often feature conversations with event guests and professionals, bringing a variety of real-world perspectives to the table. It’s designed for anyone who plans, markets, or manages events, providing relatable commentary on the shifts that affect your work daily. This podcast serves as a reliable resource, turning industry chatter into actionable knowledge. By focusing on the tangible and the topical, Kate and Rachel create a space that’s both informative and genuinely engaging, making it easier to stay connected to the pulse of the hospitality community.
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