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San Diego's hospitality scene is booming, and standing out is tough. In our latest blog (link in bio) we’ve cracked the code on creative promotions to keep your bar or restaurant packed! Here’s a taste of our winning strategies: 💥 Unexpected Moments: Ditch the one-size-fits-all approach; celebrate your guests and make them feel like VIPs. Use your reservation system to identify special occasions and create memorable moments: engraved chopsticks, custom desserts, handwritten cards, or branded gifts. 🎸 Live Music Nights: Attract new faces and keep them longer. Live music boosts sales, especially with high-margin drinks. 🌟 Partnering for Profit: Boost your bar or restaurant's traffic and sales with strategic beverage partnerships! Host themed events with brand partners and offer specials like discounted mint juleps on Kentucky Derby day or Mexican beer flights on Cinco De Mayo. 📅 Off-Peak Opportunities: Think outside the box. Host Industry Nights, Trivia Nights, or Rooftop Yoga sessions during slower day-parts. 🎬 Get Inspired by Pop Culture: Speak your audience's language with creative pop-up events and one-offs! Throw a Masters' theme party with classic snacks like pimento and egg salad sandwiches or capitalize on Taylor Swift's album release or tour with disco-ball cocktails, friendship bracelets, and a T-Swift photo wall! Ready to transform your venue? Let us design the perfect strategy to boost your bottom line. Contact us today!

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and if you're still on the hunt for ways to make it extra special (or fill any empty reservations), we've got you covered! Here are some last-minute ideas to sprinkle that extra dash of love at your restaurant or bar:    🌸 Build Your Own Bouquet Bar: Let your guests channel their inner florist by setting up a delightful DIY bouquet station. Imagine the joy on Mom's face as she crafts her personalized arrangement with all her favorite blooms.    🍽��� Mom's Eat for Free Promotion: Show appreciation by treating Mom like the VIP she is! Offer a heartwarming promotion where mothers dine with you for free. It's a gesture that speaks volumes and fills hearts (and bellies!) with joy.    💍 Permanent Jewelry Station: Turn your venue into a haven of elegance with a dedicated jewelry station. Let Mom indulge in a moment of sparkle and shine as she picks out a beautiful piece that will remind her how much she's loved! 🎨 Live Artisanal Demonstrations: Elevate the dining experience with live artisanal demonstrations right in your venue! Whether it's a pastry chef crafting delectable delights or a mixologist whipping up handcrafted cocktails, give Mom a front-row seat to the magic. 🎁 Instant Photo Booth Fun: Capture precious memories with an instant photo booth or Polaroid cameras at the tables! Let Mom strike a pose and snap away, creating timeless mementos she can take home. 🎶 Live Music Serenade: Set the mood with live music that's sure to tug at Mom's heartstrings. Whether it's soulful jazz, soothing acoustic tunes, or upbeat melodies, let the music be the soundtrack to her special day.

Have you ever hosted an event at Rustic Root? If so, hit us with your best shot! Submit your favorite photos from any events you attended or hosted at Rustic Root and be entered to win our photo contest. The winners will be featured on the RMD Events social media pages and will be entered into our grand prize drawing. Email your photo submissions to marketing@rmdgroupsd.com by 4/30.

NOW HIRING! We're looking for a strong and motivated Sales & Events Manager to join our Events team! This is a contract/temporary position (potential to become full-time) with a focus on our Ballast Point Anaheim and Long Beach properties. Position Summary: ✨ Focusing on driving accelerated growth by achieving strategic monthly goals through direct calls ✨ Identifying opportunities that develop new business and increase event sales ✨ Strengthening RMD Group x Ballast Point relationships with key meeting and event clientele ✨ Responsible for detailing, servicing, and upselling all contracted private events If you are looking for a part time opportunity (that could turn into a permanent position) and have the passion, drive, and skill to join our team, apply here; https://lnkd.in/g8ucgJBG

Easter is more than just chocolate eggs and bunny ears – it's a golden opportunity for restaurants and bars to boost their bottom line and delight guests with egg-ceptional experiences! 🥚✨ Here's how to capitalize on Easter opportunities while creating memorable experiences for your guests:    🍽️ Special Easter Menus: Whip up egg-citing Easter-themed dishes and drinks that showcase seasonal ingredients and flavors. From brunch favorites with a springtime twist to decadent desserts adorned with pastel hues, let your menu shine like the sun on a spring day!    🎉 Festive Activations: Create buzz with themed Easter activations such as build-a-bouquet bars, photo booths with bunny ears, or DIY egg decorating stations. Encourage guests to hop on over for a memorable experience that goes beyond just dining.    🌸 Spring-Inspired Decor: Transform your venue into an Easter wonderland with cheerful decorations, fresh flowers, and pastel accents. Set the stage for a festive atmosphere that delights the senses and invites guests to celebrate the season.    🐣 Family-Friendly Fun: Cater to families by hosting kid-friendly activities like Easter egg hunts, face painting, or visits from the Easter bunny. Create cherished memories for parents and little ones alike, ensuring everyone has a hopping good time! By capitalizing on Easter opportunities and infusing your offerings with creativity and charm, you can attract guests eager to celebrate the holiday in style. If you're looking for more fun promotional ideas to bring people through the doors, reach out!

We are excited to add Storyhouse Spirits to our RMD Events portfolio! A working distillery located in East Village near Petco Park, Storyhouse Spirits offers a unique space to truly embrace the California lifestyle. From the mountains and deserts to the Pacific Coast, Storyhouse embraces the diversity of coastal living while meticulously crafting small batch spirits with local grains and produce. Venue Highlights: - Full venue accommodates up to 225 guests reception, Loft/semi private options for up to 85 reception - Walking distance from Convention Center and hotels - Distillery tours & tastings available - Woodfire pizza oven - Fully retractable windows providing a unique indoor/outdoor space feel If you want more info or you're ready to book an event, visit: https://lnkd.in/gxex7EXJ

🍀 From rainbow accents to emerald cocktails, let's make St. Patrick’s Day a pot of gold for your business. 🌈🍺 Charm your guests with exciting drink features that play into the lightheartedness of the holiday or consider enhancing your brunch menus with colorful pancakes or green mimosas (luck has it, it's on a Saturday)! While St. Paddy's Day may not be the biggest revenue generating holiday for your concept, leaning into fun & interactive experiences is great for attracting new guests & increasing current guest frequency. Let us help you concept the rest of your 2024 holiday programming to create unforgettable experiences. #StPatricksDay

In a world where 79% of people say their purchasing decisions are influenced by user-generated content, your customers' experiences are your most powerful endorsements. 💬 And with nearly half of Gen Z searching for places to eat and drink on TikTok and Instagram instead of Google, your social media game needs to be as strong as your menu. 📲 At RMD Group, we understand these driving factors and harness them to elevate your digital presence. We craft strategies that transform your guests into storytellers, your services into experiences, and your digital content into results. Let's blend data-driven insights with creative storytelling to capture the true essence of your brand and resonate with your audience across all platforms.

We had a blast at the Social Media Marketing World 2024 conference last week. Some of our favorite keynote speakers: - The Future of Marketing: How to Thrive in a World of Disruption with Michael (Mike) Stelzner - Little-Known Secrets Top YouTube Creators Use to Trigger the Algorithm and Go Viral with Sean Cannell - Digital Doppelgänger: How to Supercharge Your Content and Your Work Using the Magic of AI with Andrew Davis - How to Stand Out in a World Where Everyone Sounds the Same by Ann Handley - Short-Form Video Strategy for Business with Reels and TikTok with Jera Foster-Fell (Jera Bean) - Facebook Marketing in an AI World: Your Roadmap for the Future with Mari Smith - Harnessing the Power of Instagram Reels and AI for Unparalleled Engagement with Nicky Saunders We also loved the 90's dance party and complimentary iced coffee! Did you attend, and if so, what was your favorite part?

A HUGE congratulations to Frankie Sciuto and his team on the grand opening of the Gaslamplighter! This cocktail and karaoke bar is stunning, the vibe is elevated, and the cocktails are a step above. If you're looking for a unique, upscale, and entertaining experience, go check it out! https://lnkd.in/g_VTSXzP