Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), a leading global hospitality, travel, and MICE industry technology and innovation advisory group, proudly announces the appointment of Skip Kimpel as Global Director of Restaurant Technology and Innovation.

Skip Kimpel, a seasoned technology leader with decades of experience in restaurant and hospitality innovation, joins GAIN to spearhead global efforts in leveraging next-generation restaurant and hotel F&B technology to drive growth and operational efficiency for industry partners and clients. His ability to combine operational excellence with advanced technological solutions will play a pivotal role in GAIN’s mission to help businesses navigate an increasingly competitive landscape.

Bringing Skip Kimpel into the GAIN global family is a pivotal step in our ongoing mission to efficiently drive innovation across the entire hospitality industry. His deep expertise and visionary approach to restaurant and hotel F&B technology will play a crucial role, as we continue to offer our clients specialized advisory and optimized solutions that not only solve today’s challenges but also prepare them for the future. Michael C. Cohen, Managing Partner of GAIN

Kimpel will focus on helping businesses leverage emerging technologies to create customer-centric experiences, improve operational efficiencies, and unlock new growth opportunities. His leadership will guide businesses through their digital transformation, ensuring they remain competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Kimpel has held multiple technology leadership roles, most recently as a Senior Consultant specializing in operational optimization and innovation for restaurant and hospitality operators. His extensive experience working with top global and regional brands makes him uniquely qualified to lead GAIN’s global restaurant technology and innovation strategy.

I’m thrilled to join GAIN at such a transformative time for the restaurant and hospitality sectors. The opportunity to lead the charge in helping operators embrace new technologies, on a global scale, and unlock their full potential is incredibly exciting. I look forward to working closely with GAIN’s diverse network of industry leaders to drive sustainable growth and ensure that our clients remain ahead of the curve. Skip Kimpel

Kimpel’s appointment comes at a transformative time for the hospitality industry, which is adapting to shifts driven by the COVID-19 pandemic, including the demand for contactless solutions and data-driven customer engagement. With GAIN’s global advisory network and Kimpel’s unmatched expertise, businesses will have access to the insights and strategies needed to thrive in this changing landscape.

In addition to Kimpel’s leadership, GAIN’s senior advisory services span across the full spectrum of the travel, restaurant, hotel, and MICE industries, helping businesses navigate critical challenges such as labor shortages, shifting guest/patron/passenger expectations, and the increasing demand for digital integration and sustainability. GAIN’s unique value proposition lies in its ability to deliver actionable solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client, combining global expertise with local insights.

About Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN)

Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN) is a global collective of seasoned C-level and senior executive leadership specializing in the travel, hospitality, and MICE technology sectors. GAIN offers fractional senior executive and C-suite leadership, and a range of managed advisory services, including technology and product development reviews, commercial strategy, brand positioning, and go-to-market advisory. GAIN operates across five continents, providing global coverage and expertise to drive growth and industry impact. For more information, visit gainadvisors.com or follow our LinkedIn page https://www.linkedin.com/company/gain-advisors

Michael Cohen
Managing Partner | Growth Advisors International Network - GAIN

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