Inside Hospitality: Wes Lambert on Reinventing a Struggling Industry | Val Malinovskiy

Inside Hospitality: Wes Lambert on Reinventing a Struggling Industry | Val Malinovskiy Join us on The Exchange for an insightful interview with Wes Lambert, CEO of the Australian Restaurant and Cafe Association. From his roots in North Florida to becoming a leading voice for Australia’s hospitality industry, Wes shares his incredible journey. Starting with a fake ID to work at Wendy’s at 14, he transitioned from finance to managing nightclubs in Atlanta, eventually bringing his expertise to Australia. Wes discusses his passion for lobbying, tackling issues like migration, taxation, and tipping culture, while addressing challenges facing restaurants amid economic uncertainty. Learn about the resilience of Australia’s dining scene, the impact of technology, and why fine dining remains strong. Wes offers hope for hospitality workers, highlighting career potential and the industry’s emotional core. This engaging conversation is a must-watch for anyone interested in hospitality, business advocacy, or economic trends. Subscribe for more thought-provoking interviews, like, and share to support the industry! Contact Wes Lambert: https://arca.org.au/ Socials: LinkedIn: Wes Lambert Instagram: @arca.org.au Phone: 1300 678 142 Find Val X: @malinovskiyval Instagram: val_malinovskiy_ TikTok: val.malinovskiy Keyword : Inside Hospitality,Wes Lambert on Reinventing a Struggling Industry,Val Malinovskiy,Wes Lambert,Australian Restaurant and Cafe Association,hospitality industry,restaurant advocacy,tipping culture,hospitality careers,career growth,data analytics,tourism and hospitality management,what is menu engineering?,business management,resilience,career talk with anand,hospitality management,innovation in hospitality,Wes Lambert hospitality,wes lambert,hospitality