Los Angeles Restaurant Business Consultant

Los Angeles Restaurant Business Consultant

The key to a successful Los Angeles restaurant strategy is developing a solid restaurant concept that is continually adjusted to meet the demands of the Los Angeles restaurant market. This often includes Restaurant Design, Service, Hiring, Social Media, Customer Loyalty programs and new technology to streamline operations.

Hottest Restaurants in Los Angeles

Reviewing other Los Angeles restaurants marketing presence is a great way to improve your own Restaurant Strategy. Some of the following restaurants are good examples:

Petit Trois (petittrois.com), located at 718 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, (323) 468-8916, has been listed a Hollywood Top Favorite due to its exquisite french cuisine ranging from breakfast tartines to delicious crabcakes.

Bavel (baveldtla.com), located in Downtown LA at 500 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, (213) 232-4966, is the place where you can enjoy authentic Middle Eastern food in a bright, inviting, and untraditional atmosphere. The menu is full of cross-regional specialties ranging from lamb flatbreads to chicken legs to duck hummus.

Eataly (eataly.com), located at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067, (213) 310-8000, is a massive 3 story Italian-themed market/food hall that has authentic market items from Italy as well as food crafted by world renowned chefs.

République (republiquela.com), located at 624 S La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, (310) 362-6115, is an extremely popular restaurant among Los Angeles residents due to its amazing breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu which takes a twist on french cuisine.

Example of a Los Angeles Restaurant Marketing Video

Looking for a consultant for your Los Angeles Restaurant? Thinking of Opening a Restaurant Business Los Angeles?

Contact us today to schedule a free consulting session to find out how we might be able to help your business. Piedmont Avenue Consulting is a San Francisco Bay Area based business development and restaurant consulting firm who creates brand awareness, strengthens customer loyalty, and increases lead generation through leveraging new technologies and streamlining business processes.

Restaurant Business Blogs:

Why You Should Give Away Free Digital Downloads

by PAC | September 18, 2020 | business, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

You've seen many people giving away some of their best digital content for free online when, in fact, they can sell and gain profit. Giving free content online is one of the best marketing strategies that you should try. Suppose you haven't given away anything for...

How to Get Traffic Onto Your Website in 3 Easy Steps

by PAC | September 14, 2020 | business, marketing | 0 Comments

Web traffic is one of the holy grails of the online commerce game. The more you’re able to draw consumers onto your website, the more of a chance you have of converting some of them into customers, thus boosting your sales and widening your customer base. In the...

Four Tips to Create a Brand for Your Business

by PAC | August 26, 2020 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

One of the most important factors in growing your business is creating a brand for your business. By creating a brand, people will start to recognize your business and the services that you provide. Having a solid brand for your business can be the difference between...

Four Tips to Manage your Online Reputation on Yelp

by PAC | August 25, 2020 | business, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

If you want your business to be successful, it is essential that you manage your online reputation. If you do not stay active online, chances are that people are commenting on your business on various different platforms, and you will have no idea. It is important to...

Four Tips to Help Improve the Security of Your Business

by PAC | August 19, 2020 | business, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

Though having a fully dedicated legal team and IT and security team on your staff is the ideal situation, most businesses cannot afford that. It costs a lot to keep all those talented people on staff, and until your business grows big enough they aren’t all that...

3 Ways to Expand Online Presence for your San Francisco Bay Area Business

by PAC | August 13, 2020 | business, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

During these challenging times, businesses are just trying to stay afloat, and expanding online presence can help your business be more successful. There are a number of growing and start-up businesses in the San Francisco Bay Area so it is vital for your business to...

5 Tips for Organizing Business Trips

by PAC | August 12, 2020 | business, Tips, Travel | 0 Comments

There will come a time when you might have to travel for work, or at the very least, organize travel for another employee. Meeting colleagues and clients from different parts of the world is a great opportunity to build lasting relationships and make great deals for...

The Most High-Impact Digital Marketing Trends of This Year

by PAC | August 6, 2020 | business, marketing, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Marketing in the digital age can be very challenging. With so many avenues to explore, it can be hard to determine which marketing tactics are best suited to your brand and your growth strategy. This is made harder by the emerging technologies and trends that are...

5 Reasons to Study Applied Economics

by PAC | August 5, 2020 | business, Business Office, career development, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The purpose of applied economics is to establish and resolve real-world economic issues, instead of solely focusing on the ideas, principles, and theories. If you have decided that a career in economics is right for you, embarking on an applied economics degree will...

5 Basic Office Equipment Every New Business Needs

by PAC | July 28, 2020 | business, Business Office, Management, Start-up Business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Every new business needs a functional workspace, and that workspace is incomplete without proper office equipment. It is important for every business to provide their employees with all the necessary equipment so that they can do their job efficiently and can feel at...

3 Ways to Expand Online Presence in the Cannabis Space

by PAC | July 24, 2020 | business, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

Demand is up in the cannabis business and during these challenging times, many states have considered cannabis an essential business. The number of dispensaries is growing rapidly in the San Francisco Bay Area so it is vital for your cannabis business to expand their...

6 Ways to Take Action to Protect Your Business

by PAC | July 17, 2020 | business, Business Office, Management, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

You have taken the time to think up a viable business idea, and you have put effort into building it from the ground up. So, of course, protecting your organization, its progress, and achievements is a top priority! Are you wondering where to start? Here is a list of...

5 Small Business Tips for Book-keeping

by PAC | July 1, 2020 | business, Business Office | 0 Comments

1. Keep Your Books a Top Priority Books Should always be kept as one of your top priorities! If not kept properly and organized, it could be difficult to get things in order when needed. Always keep your focus on maintaining and tracking your expenses. Having a plan...

Tips for your Dental Practice Reopening During COVID-19

by PAC | July 1, 2020 | business, Business Office | 0 Comments

Throughout the San Francisco Bay Area, the Shelter-in-Place is being lifted in stages. We are all aware of the ever-present threat of the pandemic on people and businesses, but how can dental patients still receive necessary dental treatment through a future of...

3 Reasons Why Social Media for your Dental Practice is More Important than Ever

by PAC | June 30, 2020 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

Dental practices in the San Francisco Bay Area have been forced to close their doors during this pandemic, patients have been unable to be treated and dentists have had to constrain their availability. Even though dentists can’t help their patients during these...

Increasing your Search Ranking for your Cannabis Business

by PAC | June 30, 2020 | business, Data Marketing, Social Media, technology | 0 Comments

With the growing number of dispensaries in the San Francisco Bay Area, it can be a challenge to make your cannabis dispensary stand out. Have you ever thought about how important it is to get your cannabis retail store or medical cannabis dispensary to rank well in...

3 Reasons Why Social Media for your Dental Practice is More Important than Ever

by PAC | June 29, 2020 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

Dental practices in the San Francisco Bay Area have been forced to close their doors during this pandemic, patients have been unable to be treated and dentists have had to constrain their availability. Even though dentists can’t help their patients during these...

4 Effective Ways to Boost Business Performance

by PAC | June 26, 2020 | business, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Every business wants to improve performance so that you can find greater success, improve your reputation in the eyes of your target customer and compete with the bigger brands. This can be challenging, though, especially when you are operating in a competitive and...

5 Tips for Dealing with a Ransomware Attack on Your Company

by PAC | June 24, 2020 | business, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Most companies store plenty of information that needs to be kept private. If it gets out, they might be held liable by many parties. But ransomware attacks are something that many businesses are not able to protect themselves against. These attacks are initiated by...

Customer Support Jobs: 9 Ways Customer Support Jobs Have Changed

by PAC | June 10, 2020 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Customer support jobs are put in place to keep the customer satisfied in which they are fully expected to have their needs fulfilled. Technology has changed enough that you can be on the phone with customer support within minutes. If you have a problem, call this...

Why Digital Marketing Needs Data Analytics

by PAC | June 4, 2020 | business, Data Marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Of all the tools that digital marketers have available to them today, analytical tools are among the most important. With data analytics on their side, digital marketers today can gain deep insights into their audiences, as well as markets more broadly. However, in...

Five Tips for Getting Your New Business Found Locally

by PAC | May 29, 2020 | business, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

If you’re starting any new business, it’s critical that people in your area know how and where to find you. There may come a point where you have expanded to the extent that you will focus on getting yourself noticed nationally or globally, but to begin with, you...

3 P’s of Real Estate Investment Business

by PAC | May 28, 2020 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Starting your real estate investment business could be daunting given the many different things that you need to consider just to ensure high return on investment. But in this business, you have to be dauntless. And in order for you to do that, you need to mull...

4 Actionable Ways You Can Boost Brand Awareness

by PAC | May 12, 2020 | business, eCommerce, Influencer Marketing, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Five Tips for Dealing With Sick Employees

by PAC | May 12, 2020 | business, Business Office, Health, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

You hire employees to do a job. However, that doesn’t mean they’re capable of giving the job 100 percent every day of the week. Things happen, including illnesses, that will keep them from performing their duties. It’s important to anticipate this and plan ahead....

Should Your Business Have an Active Shooter Plan?

by PAC | May 11, 2020 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

You probably provide extensive training to your employees in a range of areas. For example, your employees may regularly undergo safety training and anti-harassment training. There is another area of training you might not have considered, but it could be...

2 Ways You Can Improve Your Business’s Online Presence

by PAC | July 9, 2019 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

In today’s business climate, online presence is everything. The way your company is seen and perceived online has a direct impact on the amount of leads you generate and, ultimately, the amount of profit you turn over. Optimizing your online presence should be one...

How to Spot when Employees Are Having Personal Difficulties

by Piedmont Avenue | July 5, 2019 | business, Management | 0 Comments

We like to say as managers to “not bring your personal problems into the workplace” but the reality is that that’s not always possible. Given that we spend our best waking hours in the office, it stands to reason that sometimes there will be an overlap between...

3 Brand Marketing Methods That Produce Results Every Time

by Piedmont Avenue | July 5, 2019 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Brands are among the most important and valuable assets that a business holds. Brands enable businesses to communicate with their audience using a kind of shorthand. If you can get your customers to associate certain ideas - such as quality, luxury, or value - with...

A Guide: Balancing Work and Home Life as a Business Owner

by Piedmont Avenue | July 1, 2019 | business, Tips | 0 Comments

Being a business owner is not an easy occupation; that’s for sure. Throughout your working hours and beyond, you have to devote your time and effort to the task of ensuring that your business is as competitive as it can be in its market. You working in this...

What You Should Care About As A Business Owner

by Piedmont Avenue | June 4, 2019 | business, Management, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

As a business owner and entrepreneur, you’re going to have a lot on your mind on any given day. There will be various projects and employees to juggle and urgent client requests to manage. It’s important that you focus in on a few areas specifically and give your...

Crowdfunding as a Small Business

by PAC | May 30, 2019 | business, marketing, networking, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Whether you're a local mom-and-pop or a high-potential startup, crowdfunding can be the perfect way for your company to grow at the rate which it needs. With that being said, many small business owners need to learn the basic tips and advice which will help them...

6 Reasons Why You Should Use Personality Assessment in Recruitment

by Piedmont Avenue | May 20, 2019 | business, career development | 0 Comments

Going through a period of recruiting new people can be very tiring. Not only that you have to deal with meeting a bunch of people with various experiences, but you also risk hiring the wrong people. Sadly, you don’t have the power to read their minds, and most of...

How to Make Your Events Business Stand Out from Your Competitors

by Piedmont Avenue | April 12, 2019 | business, events, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Do you own an events company but feel it hasn’t yet reached its full potential? Are your sales less than you hoped, and your customer base much smaller than anticipated? While it’s normal to experience highs and lows in your business, obviously during those...

Creating Dining Experiences Worth Sharing on Social Media

by PAC | April 5, 2019 | Food, marketing, Restaurants, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

More than ever today is about experiences, and people want to share their experiences. In order to run a successful restaurant, you must be able to create an experience for your customers. How are you making your restaurant shareable? What does the...

How to Strengthen Your Staff’s Performance at Work

by Piedmont Avenue | April 3, 2019 | business, career development, Management, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

As a business manager, one of your top priorities is to get the best possible returns from your human resources. To get each and every employee reaching their potential, working well in a team and alone, is a difficult task for any manager. Your staff require a blend...

Could You Start Your Own Business?

by Piedmont Avenue | April 3, 2019 | business, marketing, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

There are many benefits to starting your own business. You could earn more money (once you are properly established), and you will have a lot more freedom. Any decision you make will be all yours, although of course, you can ask for advice, and you can do almost...

Startups and Business Insurance: What Not to Overlook

by PAC | March 28, 2019 | business, Finance, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Startups are exciting. They are fresh, new business models being created by the most passionate individuals in the world. They are optimistic and carry potential, but they often overlook one important thing: Business Insurance. As a startup founder, there are...

How to Improve Your Business from Within

by PAC | March 14, 2019 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When it comes to improving both your business and marketing, the first place every business needs to look is within. You cannot build a great company without a strong structure, and for that to happen,you will need to create a company culture that thrives. Your...

How to Avoid Stretching Yourself Too Thin in Business

by Piedmont Avenue | February 25, 2019 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Most business owners share one common trait: they think that they can do it all. If this is, in fact, a characteristic of yours, then rest assured that it is okay to exude such confidence in your own abilities, as that is what helped you to get your company up and...

6 Top Tips for Entrepreneurs Just Starting Out

by Piedmont Avenue | February 21, 2019 | business, career development, Finance, Tips | 0 Comments

Starting up your own business is one of the most rewarding things you can do in terms of your career and general life satisfaction. If you can make a success out of your own business, it is not only a reflection on the quality of your business idea but also on your...

Everyday Ways of Running a More Efficient Business

by Piedmont Avenue | February 14, 2019 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Starting a business is something that some people have always dreamed of doing while others may have simply stumbled upon it. Nevertheless, the journey to getting it off the ground and growing it is a unique challenge of its own. One of the buzzwords for any...

Four Habits That Make a Successful Businessperson

by Piedmont Avenue | February 14, 2019 | business, career development, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

To make it in business, you have to make your own luck. Whether you’re managing a startup, working in an entry-level position, or slowly rising the ranks in the middle of your career, there are certain habits that, when maintained consistently, are likely to help...

How to Create a Marketing Plan for Your Business

by Piedmont Avenue | February 5, 2019 | business, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

What is a Marketing plan? A marketing plan is a business document which summarizes the tactics that are going to be used within your advertising strategy. The document should cover a precise period of time and outline various aspects such as goals, costs and steps...

What It Takes To Succeed At Your Job

by Piedmont Avenue | February 1, 2019 | business, career development, Tips | 0 Comments

Performing well at your job and succeeding in the workplace can be an uphill battle. There’s a lot of competition out there and it’s possible you’re new to your industry and don’t have a lot of experience under your belt. There are a few ways in particular that...

Time-Saving Tips For Businesses

by Piedmont Avenue | February 1, 2019 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

It often feels like there are just not enough hours in the day when you run a business. Each minute is important when it comes to work which can make every day highly stressful if you are not properly organized. If you and/or your staff are feeling overwhelmed with...

How To Grow Your E-Commerce Business

by Piedmont Avenue | February 1, 2019 | business, eCommerce, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Many entrepreneurs are turning their hand to e-commerce and it is easy to see why as this is such a gigantic industry with the potential for great success. Additionally, these businesses can be relatively easy and affordable to set up and operate compared to other...

How Technology Can Enhance Supplier Relationships

by PAC | January 17, 2019 | business, marketing, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Technologyis all-too-frequently laudedas the new business hero of the modern era. It’s true, of course: businesses are benefiting from new tech in ways that would be essentially unimaginable to workers only twenty years ago. The increase in efficiency has...

A Guide to Getting into Sports Marketing

by PAC | January 17, 2019 | business, Influencer Marketing, marketing, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

If you think that you’ve got the passion and expertise needed to generate interest in the sports stars, franchises, and leagues of today, then you should get into sports marketing. Getting into this profession isn’t necessarily straightforward, though. It...

A Guide to Better Business Communication

by Piedmont Avenue | January 9, 2019 | business, career development, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

No matter how clear and understandable communication may already be in your business, it can always benefit from being better. Fortunately, advice on how to perform this bettering can be found in the comprehensive guide on the matter found below. From educating...

Why Every Business Needs Cybersecurity

by PAC | January 8, 2019 | business, career development, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When you run a business, you should be aiming to protect it at all costs. Hard work, hard earned moneyand time you’ll never get back should be reasons enough to do so. Aside from putting the necessary insurance in place, a way to protect your business is...

How to Create a Website Users Will Actually Engage With

by Piedmont Avenue | January 2, 2019 | business, eCommerce, marketing, technology | 0 Comments

Having a website isn’t special. Nowadays it is the standard for all businesses whether you sell products online or not. People want to go to your site to get up to date information at the very least on your location and hours. A company that is not online is one...

Direct Marketing to a Younger Generation

by Piedmont Avenue | December 3, 2018 | business, Data Marketing, eCommerce, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Who says that direct marketing is dead? Not many who actually practice it. They have all heard the rumors that direct marketing is going to fade away, as more millennials than ever before are moving on to pay attention only to social media advertisements and the...

How Data Science Can Help Propel Your Business to the Top

by Piedmont Avenue | November 26, 2018 | business, career development, Data Marketing, eCommerce, marketing | 0 Comments

Data science is a tough industry to grasp. There is so much to learn and, although it seems never-ending, even learning the basics could help you take your business that little bit further. So, just how could data science be the difference in your business becoming a...

4 Top Creative Hot Spots For Your Business in 2019

by PAC | November 12, 2018 | business, networking, Tips, Travel, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

With the year drawing to a close, it’s time to look ahead to what 2019 has to offer businesses of all shapes and sizes. This year has seen thousands of new businesses emerge into the industry, with many making use of social media platforms to increase...

10 Best WordPress Plugins for Restaurant Websites

by PAC | November 7, 2018 | business, Dining, eCommerce, marketing, Restaurants, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Restaurant owners already have a lot on their plate. From inventory functionality to front-of-house operations, we know owners don’t have a lot of time to improve their online presence. Although it is often overlooked in the restaurant industry, a great...

Top Five Traits All Great Online Stores Need for Success

by PAC | November 7, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

People can enjoy convenient shopping online. They can peruse your entire stock list, select their favorite items, and then checkout and have it delivered in less than a week. The only problem with this digital model is that you are competing with stores...

How to Look After Your Health at Work

by PAC | November 6, 2018 | business, career development, Health, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Our health is at the cornerstone of everything we do in our lives. When we feel sick, or weak, it impacts how well we can work and how much energy we have throughout our day. Ill health can cause stress to build up, it can make us feel at our wit’s end, and it will...

Learn How to Finance Your Business

by PAC | October 31, 2018 | business, eCommerce, Finance, marketing, networking, Tips | 0 Comments

Running a business requires entrepreneurs to pay close attention to what they are doing at all times. There are numerous factors to consider when it comes to being successful, and given that it is a life-dream for many business owners, the work never ends. This...

How to Manage Your Business’s Orders

by PAC | October 9, 2018 | business, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

There are many elements to managing a business, regardless of its size. Therefore, it is imperative to use rigorous strategies to optimize how your business manages its orders. It is one of the most challenging elements to being an entrepreneur, and organizing your...

The Best Online Shops and What We Can Learn From Them

by PAC | October 8, 2018 | business, eCommerce, Influencer Marketing, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The e-commerce world is a fast-developing and multi-faceted realm of marketing, design and cutting-edge consumer data analytics. Combined, some of the best stores are forming new exciting trends in online shopping that serve to define the market and how other stores...

Tips For Launching A Startup

by PAC | October 3, 2018 | business, career development, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Thinking about launching a startup? It will take a lot more than a great business idea to succeed, but if you are willing to put the time, money and effort in, then you have every chance to start a profitable operation. Many new entrepreneurs fall into the same traps...

Starting Your Own Healthcare Enterprise

by PAC | September 28, 2018 | business, career development, Health, Tips | 0 Comments

If you feel like you've reached the glass ceiling of your medical profession, think again. Regardless of how much seniority you’ve garnered or what role you play in your hospital or surgery, even if you’re the Chief of Medicine, there is always something...

How to Start a New Business with No Money

by PAC | September 27, 2018 | business, career development, Finance, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Many aspiring entrepreneurs believe they need to have plenty of money in the bank to launch a new venture. However, it is possible to develop a startup company without capital. With the right tools and techniques, you can soon start building a powerful brand and...

What Are the Advantages of e-Learning?

by PAC | September 24, 2018 | business, career development, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

For many years learning in a classroom has been the only way to acquire new knowledge. However, innovations in information technology now mean you can enroll in an online course and learn something new whenever and wherever you want to. Classroom learning is more...

How To Streamline Business Processes

by PAC | September 21, 2018 | business, career development, marketing, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

Every business will want to run smoothly and efficiently, but this is much easier said than done. One of the best ways that a business can improve their daily operation is to streamline business processes. In addition to increasing efficiency, this can...

How to Provide the Best Customer Service

by PAC | August 31, 2018 | business, events, Hospitality, marketing, networking, Restaurants, Social Media, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Customer service is everything. A happy customer is one that is more likely to refer you to their friends and to make repeat purchases. Customer service, however, is more than ensuring that the customer has a smooth experience. It means understanding who...

The Best Microbreweries to Visit in San Francisco For Locals and Tourists Alike

by PAC | August 17, 2018 | business, Dining, Food, Hospitality Management, marketing, networking, Restaurants, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

Any beer aficionado knows that nothing beats the relaxed atmosphere of a tap room, the smooth aftertaste of a specialty brew, and the individuality that encapsulates microbreweries. Not only do boutique breweries offer much more variation than...

How Collaboration Can Boost Any Business

by PAC | August 10, 2018 | business, career development, networking, Tips | 0 Comments

Quite simply, no business exists on its own. It takes a whole team of hardworking employees, management, suppliers, couriers (if you deliver your goods), outsourced consultants, fellow businesses, and more, to succeed. Regardless of niche or sector, a business needs...

What to do when a customer leaves a horrible review about your hotel

by PAC | July 30, 2018 | business, Hotel, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

What is the best way to respond to bad reviews? Bad reviews are inevitable and once a bad review is posted this can taint your company’s reputation. Did you know about 92% of consumers now read online reviews, and 75% of the consumers say positive reviews...

Top Michelin Guide Restaurant in Tokyo

by PAC | June 28, 2018 | Food, Restaurants, Tips, Travel, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Did you know that Japan is one of the capital that has the most Michelin star restaurant in the world? When you are planning an end of year holiday, you might perhaps think about traveling down to Tokyo, Japan. Tokyo is Japan’s capital, crowded with many...

Breweries in The Bay / East Bay or South Bay

by PAC | June 21, 2018 | Food, Restaurants, Tips | 0 Comments

Going to breweries in the bay have made an impact on people around to get a great experience of bonding and relationship with people. In addition, the great customer service by servers being knowledgeable to recommend drinks that suits your preference...

Top 5 Hardware Conference to attend

by PAC | June 15, 2018 | business, career development, conference, events | 0 Comments

Bored of being cooped up in an office? Are you looking for an exciting new way to network and expand your knowledge and find solutions to a problem? Instead of, having the dull day working in your office go out increase networking skills, and get more new...

How Restaurants Can Take Advantage of the FIFA World Cup

by PAC | June 14, 2018 | business, events, marketing, Restaurants, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The FIFA World Cup 2018 will run from June 14th to July 15th. During this time, many people will be searching for fun venues to watch their favorite team in action while enjoying a hearty meal, an ice cold beer...or both! Restaurants should use this...

3 ways Software Can Improve Your Next Marketing Campaign

by PAC | June 14, 2018 | business, career development, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

3 Ways Software Can Improve Your Next Marketing Campaign If you happen to run a business or are managing an organization, then marketing is likely to be a word that you hear several times throughout the day. It is essential for any business that wants to...

OpenTable Pop Marketing

by PAC | June 13, 2018 | Food, marketing, networking, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

OpenTable is a popular company used by restaurateurs. OpenTable is known for its online reservations service. In addition, the platform offers way more that just a reservation system. It allows guest to post reviews and get rewards with special deals through their...

What is GDRP and how does it effect you and your business?

by PAC | June 5, 2018 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

What is GDRP? How does it affect your privacy? GDRP is a law regulated by the European Union it is a law to protect people’s data and privacy. Additionally, GDRP is created to build a more safe and responsible online services for us. This law is served to aid us in...

How To Exponentially Drive Traffic To Your Website

by PAC | June 5, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

Whether your website sells your products or it’s where you feature your blog, the goal is to gain popularity and recognition, so you should be continually trying to expand your fanbase. Driving traffic to your website involves clever marketing, and...

3 Major Keys for Effective Marketing

by PAC | June 1, 2018 | business, marketing, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

Marketing is fundamental to any business that wants to see significant growth. The great thing about it is that there are so many methods which you can use, and an increasing number of marketing tactics and strategies emerging to help businesses increase...

Steps in creating and launching a successful Kickstarter campaign

by PAC | May 24, 2018 | business, career development | 0 Comments

In the recent article Forbes states that 90% of startups fail. You can prevent the fail of your startup by having a more productive marketing strategies for your company. New entrepreneur who reach out to management often spends just way too much money and soon the...

How Your Brand Can Utilize Social Media

by PAC | May 23, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

With more than 2.77 billion social media users, your business is missing a trick if it has yet to utilize the marketing power of Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more. If you want to increase your online presence and grow your business, here is...

How Achieving a Sky-Rising Business Often Links to Attending Conferences

by PAC | May 22, 2018 | business, career development, conference, events, marketing, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

Introducing Thailand, the world 21st most populous country. One of their buzzing city, Phuket, ranks top 3 for Asia conferences. With this Engineering, Technology, Computer, Basic and Applied Sciences (ECBA) conference. Their aim is to cover important issues of...

San Francisco Bay Restaurants Accessible by Boat

by PAC | May 17, 2018 | Dining, Food, Restaurants, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Across the San Francisco Bay Area there are numerous tasty restaurants that border the coastline, many accessible by boat. There are several piers that can boat people in and out from all over the Bay, from Alameda to Vallejo. The San Francisco Bay Area does a great...

How to Get More Product Reviews from Customers

by PAC | May 16, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Some marketing strategies still work despite the big leap to digital marketing. Strategies like email marketing, for instance, are derived from the old strategy of sending promotional emails to attract customers. Word of mouth and customer recommendations are also...

Vimeo for Business

by PAC | May 16, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Videos | 0 Comments

Online video is one of the fastest growing content marketing strategies. It is becoming more and more common for businesses to utilize online video to promote their company and expand their audience. With that being said, it is important to choose a platform for...

Accelerate Your Company into a Data-Driven Business

by PAC | May 15, 2018 | business, career development, technology, Travel, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Are you looking to upgrade your skills and further your career? Do you want to forge a career in the tech industry? Accelerate is Hong Kong’s fastest – growing emerging tech educations and talent solutions company and aims to make an impact on the...

Improve your Productivity while Working from Home

by Piedmont Avenue | May 5, 2018 | business | 0 Comments

One of the many benefits of the internet revolution is the ability to work from anywhere. The internet has enabled many professionals to work from wherever they are across the globe as they have a secure connection and can log into their company’s network. The...

5 Essentials For A Productive Office Spa

by Piedmont Avenue | April 25, 2018 | business | 0 Comments

The key to a successful business is an efficient working environment that boosts productivity. However, there are only so many hours in the workweek, so getting your organizational ducks in a row isn’t always easy. Whether you’re just getting your business off...

Law Firm Marketing Trends That Will Work in 2018

by Piedmont Avenue | April 11, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology | 0 Comments

The field of law is one that always seems to be robust, which is exactly why so many students choose this path. Maybe you are finishing up at a top-notch school such as the USD Law School and you’re beginning to prepare yourself mentally for what awaits. Not...

Internet Marketing Strategies and Tips

by PAC | April 6, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

What are Internet Marketing strategies that can improve your performance? Internet marketing is a new trend in marketing that many businesses started to emphasize their marketing efforts online. By knowing some of the key metrics, we can know...

What is Agile Marketing?

by PAC | April 6, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

What is agile marketing and how can it improve your performance? Have you heard agile marketing before? Did you know that using agile marketing approach can deliver more than five times campaign performance improvements? What's the...

5 Essential Non-Commercial Metrics

by PAC | April 3, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Five essential non-commercial metrics (Brand awareness, Test-Drive, Churn, CSAT, Take-Rate) that will help your business The book "Data-Driven Marketing: The 15 Metrics Everyone in Marketing Should Know" by Mark Jeffery includes the 15 key...

Cold Calling Techniques: That Really Work, Stephan Schiffman

by PAC | March 29, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Cold Calling Techniques: Stephan Schiffman, is the author of the bestselling book: Cold Calling Techniques: That Really Work, where he wrote about hands-on tactics on making sales successfully through cold calling. How to turn around common...

Cold Calling Techniques: Voicemail, Email, and Follow Up calls

by PAC | March 29, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Cold Calling Techniques: That Really Work Stephan Schiffman, the President of D.E.I Management Group, is the author of the bestselling book: Cold Calling Techniques: That Really Work. Here are the insight he wrote regarding to how to utilize voicemail,...

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Law Firms

by PAC | March 29, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

Looking to Grow Your Law Firm with SEO that helps attract potential clients? When your potential clients are searching for legal services, does your law firm show up in Google Searches? Is your law firm one of the first listed on Google or other search...

How to Design a Business Website: the Must-Haves

by PAC | March 15, 2018 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

These days, many businesses and brands will develop a website because they think they need to have one. While this is true, they do need to; it’s a dangerous mindset to have. To invest in digital, simply out of obligation (because you feel you need it)...

How to Think Like A CEO?

by PAC | March 5, 2018 | business, career development, Tips | 0 Comments

How to think like a CEO and become a successful CEO? Being a CEO is some people’s dream job, or others might think being a CEO has daunting responsibilities. Managing a business can involve in various aspects, including making decisions that...

What is Cryptocurrency?

by PAC | March 2, 2018 | business, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

What is Cryptocurrency? There are trends and a lot of buzz of the foreign concepts of Cryptocurrency – from Bitcoin, blockchain, to ICO. What do these terms mean? Some people might be skeptical while some people already made a fortune out of it...

Marketing for Hotels

by PAC | February 20, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

When travelers are searching for a place to stay, does your hotel show up in Google Searches? Is your hotel one of the first listed on Google, Trip Advisor, or other hotel booking websites? Is your hotel on social media? Many independent motels/hotels...

The Importance of Streamlining Business Processes

by Piedmont Avenue | February 13, 2018 | business, marketing, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

If you want your enterprise to have the ultimate competitive edge, you need to ensure your costs are kept as low as possible while maintaining the highest levels of productivity. To achieve this, you need to take a good hard look all the current processes that occur...

How to Protect Your Business’s Brand and Reputation

by Piedmont Avenue | January 29, 2018 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

You have worked hard to get your company where it is, and you want to try and build a strong brand and a good reputation. However, there can be problems protecting your brand and your reputation from people. It can come from people wanting to use your brand without...

Top 5 Restaurants in Walnut Creek

by PAC | January 25, 2018 | Dining, Food, marketing, Restaurants, Tips, Uncategorized, Walnut Creek | 0 Comments

Looking for great food to enjoy in the Walnut Creek area? We’ve got you covered! Here are the Top 5 Restaurants we think you should try in Walnut Creek. Teleferic Barcelona Escape to Barcelona, no passport required. Here you’ll find authentic Spanish tapas and...

3 Michelin Star Restaurants in Bay Area

by PAC | January 11, 2018 | business, marketing, Restaurants, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

For more than a century, Michelin Guide has provided a well-known rating system for chefs and restaurants across the world. Three stars, the highest rating and recognition in Michelin, means "a restaurant that is worth a special journey and provides...

What to Expect from a Career in Social Media

by Piedmont Avenue | January 4, 2018 | business, career development, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

With the rise of social media as a primary way for people to communicate with one another, businesses have begun to take advantage of this in several ways. Many people assume that a career in social media is easy and involves using Twitter and Instagram all day....

4 Best Free Tools for Small Business

by PAC | December 21, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Here are 4 of the best platforms that businesses can use to grow their business. Not only are they easily comprehensible and easily accessible, but the best part is: they are all FREE. #1 Eventbrite Eventbrite is the easiest way to organize...

3 Benefits of Email Marketing for Small Businesses

by Piedmont Avenue | December 8, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

For some reason, many people in the online marketing world seem to think that email marketing is dead. While there were many other marketing methods that have been introduced over the last few years, they have not rendered email marketing completely obsolete. Here...

Branding: How To Build and Maintain Your Brand

by PAC | November 22, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

For any small business, your brand is important and sets you apart from the rest. It is important that business build their brand and maintain their presence. The first thing any small business needs to know about building an online presence is the need for...

Influencer Marketing: Useful or Not?

by PAC | November 22, 2017 | business, Influencer Marketing, marketing, Social Media, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Influencer marketing has been around for years now but we have yet to see its true and full capacity. Brands and companies have not perfected prioritizing influencer outreach in their PR operations. It takes a very informed and involved individual to be able to...

Getting Your Restaurant Social Media Ready is as Easy as 1,2,3!

by PAC | October 25, 2017 | business, Dining, Food, marketing, Restaurants, Social Media, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

With these three useful tips, your restaurant will be social media ready in no time, allowing you to build your brand and solidify your name. Social media is a great marketing tool that will help grow your business and reach audiences that were not...

David Mitroff Ph.D. on Small-business owners addiction to Amazon Prime – CNBC Article

by Piedmont Avenue | October 16, 2017 | business, marketing, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

David Mitroff Ph.D. founder of Piedmont Avenue Consulting Inc. was recently interviewed by CNBC on "Why Small Business owners who use Amazon Prime Can't Stop". Based on his own experience as a business owner, David Mitroff gives an insight on this new reason issue...

Reaching Consumers by Showing Empathy

by PAC | October 4, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

David Mitroff, Ph.D., was featured in ANA Magazine about focusing on empathy within marketing. Effectively marketing to the biggest demographic of consumers can require some measured and well-thought out approach. Most brands can successfully attract the Millennials...

Side Show: Side dishes can be star players on restaurant menus

by PAC | October 4, 2017 | business, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

David Mitroff, Ph.D. was interviewed and featured in el Restaurante Magazine in an article on how side dishes can be incorporated into a main meal. There are creative ways to utilize the side dishes themselves to encourage customers to be more willing to eat...

“Lost Your Biggest Customer? Here’s Your Survival Plan”

by PAC | October 4, 2017 | business, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

It’s easy to let yourself rely on big, lucrative clients. But what happens if they ditch you? David Mitroff, Ph.D. was interviewed and featured in the March 2017 issue in Inc. Magazine in an article that discusses how to recover from the loss of an important...

Social Media Users Post About Their Dogs Six Times Per Week

by PAC | October 4, 2017 | business, Dogs, marketing, Social Media, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Featured in NBC News, David Mitroff, Ph.D. gave his insight about the most popular social media subject: dogs. There is a new study that claims dog owners post pictures and type bout their pet dog on social media an average of six times per week. These same...

Lessons to be learned from the TV Show Hotel Impossible

by PAC | October 4, 2017 | business, Social Media, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Hotel Impossible is a reality TV show on Travel Channel, featuring a hospitality expert Anthony Melchiorri and his team giving professional advice and consultation to hotels. This popular show is at its 7th season already since it began airing in September...

3 Ways to Translate Beautiful Interior Design to a Website Design Experience

by PAC | October 4, 2017 | business, marketing, Restaurants, Social Media, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

In today’s market, customer’s first impression of a restaurant is their impression of their website. A website has to be informative as well as immerse the customer into your brand. Here are a few strategies to apply to your web design to keep it cohesive...

Not Your Ordinary Food Show, It’s the Vegas Food Expo

by PAC | September 26, 2017 | events, Food, marketing, Restaurants, Travel, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Looking for a place to showcase your culinary talents and promote your company? Interested in investing in the next best thing in the food industry? The Vegas Food Expo is the place you want to be. The Vegas Food Expo is the hottest food show of its kind and is held...

Top 5 Country Clubs Around the Bay Area

by PAC | September 21, 2017 | Country Clubs, Dining, events, Golf Club, marketing, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Looking for the right country club with grand amenities and a family oriented environment? Or looking for a great place to host events and weddings? Here are some of the Top 5 Best Country Clubs around the Bay Area, provided by Piedmont Avenue Consulting, Inc., a...

Top San Francisco Restaurant Food Supply Stores

by PAC | September 19, 2017 | marketing, Restaurants | 0 Comments

Thinking about starting your own restaurant? Looking to change décor and hardware in your current restaurant? Check out some of the most popular Supply Stores used by restaurants of all types in San Francisco. Kamei Housewares & Restaurant Supply Kamei...

What are the Most Used Hotel Booking Platforms?

by Piedmont Avenue | September 12, 2017 | business, marketing, technology, Tips | 0 Comments

When reserving a hotel for your next getaway, you no longer need to worry about hiring the ultimate travel agent; you have several right on your home screen! Popular sites like Kayak, Priceline, Airbnb, Booking.com, and more offer expansive services to find hotels of...

SlideShare for Business

by PAC | August 14, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

What is SlideShare? Linkedin’s interactive platform, SlideShare, allows businesses and individual users to interactively share presentation-style content. This allows users to present professional content visually, beyond merely text, in a progressing presentation...

Steps to Hire a General Manager for your Restaurant

by PAC | August 11, 2017 | marketing, Restaurants, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Do you need more time? Do you need more hands? Do you need more employees? Wait, no, you need a general manager. If you’ve ever worked in a restaurant, you know how important it is to count on someone who handles revenues and costs, staffs your restaurant ...

Finding the Best San Francisco Bay Area Sushi Restaurant

by PAC | August 11, 2017 | Dining, Food, marketing, Restaurants, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

For locals and visitors to the San Francisco Bay Area alike, sushi is a popular cuisine choice that the coastal Bay Area caters widely to. The expansive sushi dining options throughout the San Francisco Bay Area range from cheap, on-the-go bites to authentic...

San Francisco Employee Mandates

by Piedmont Avenue | August 10, 2017 | Health, marketing, Restaurants, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Have you noticed that some restaurants have an extra line at the bottom of the bill? It usually reads “ Healthy San Francisco Surcharge”. This extra charge allows restaurateurs to pay for the city ‘s health care program and they vary depending on the restaurant...

How Can Snapchat Boost Your Restaurant Marketing Strategy in the San Francisco Bay Area?

by PAC | August 4, 2017 | Dining, Food, marketing, Restaurants, Social Media, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Among the many benefits of social media marketing for San Francisco Bay Area restaurants, where brunch is revered and foodies are plentiful, is the ability to attract potential patrons with some well-crafted food styling and photography in social media...

San Francisco Employee Mandates

by PAC | August 3, 2017 | marketing, Restaurants, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

San Francisco Employee Mandates Have you noticed that some restaurants have an extra line at the bottom of the bill? It usually reads “ Healthy San Francisco Surcharge”. This extra charge allows restaurateurs to pay for the city ‘s health care program and they...

Top 5 Things to Do in Berkeley

by PAC | August 3, 2017 | marketing, Restaurants, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Berkeley has definitely evolved. Being the birthplace of California cuisine, it’s the epicenter of the Bay Area’s food renaissance, and its recreational options stretch from the water of the Bay to the hills of Tilden Park. There is more to the city of Berkeley...

Best POS Software for Restaurants

by PAC | June 21, 2017 | marketing, Restaurants, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Best POS Software for Restaurants What’s one of the first things you might need when you start your restaurant business? It’s probably a point-of-sale system to accept credit and debit payments, track your inventory, text and email receipts, analyze customer...

Discover What Your Wi-Fi Can Do For Your Restaurant

by PAC | June 15, 2017 | Dining, marketing, Restaurants, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Are you wondering if there’s value in offering Wi-Fi to your restaurant customers? The short answer is yes! Everywhere you go, you see customers using their tablets and laptops while waiting for their drinks or meal, so why not give them what they are looking for?...

Psychology Behind Restaurant Menu Design

by PAC | June 14, 2017 | Dining, marketing, Restaurants, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

A restaurant’s menu design is more than just a random and disordered list of dishes. It has probably been tailored at the hands of a menu designer to make it easy-to-read, attractive but, most important, profitable. Furthermore, the menu is the only piece of...

Utilizing Social Media for Law Firms

by PAC | May 24, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

There are several prominent social media platforms that offer San Francisco Bay Area law firms unique ways to reach new and existing clients. Instead of relying solely on a website, firms can take advantage of Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to communicate their...

David Mitroff talks about IEL Social Media Marketing for Entrepreneurs

by PAC | May 24, 2017 | business, marketing, Social Media, technology, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Starting a business is tough and taking it to the next level is even tougher. People usually approach consultants for an advice and assistance for their business. Institute of Entrepreneurial Leadership’s social marketing for entrepreneurs offers a great service...

3 Ways Bay Area Hotels Can Improve Their Free Wi-Fi Services

by PAC | February 14, 2017 | business, technology | 0 Comments

“Do you have free Wi-Fi? What is the password?” are perhaps most frequently asked questions a hotel front desk agent in the San Francisco Bay Area receives at check-in and on the phone. If a hotel business does not offer free Wi-Fi as an amenity, then it’ll get...

Top Party Boat Rental Companies in the Bay Area

by PAC | February 10, 2017 | business, events, marketing, networking | 0 Comments

With the beautiful San Francisco Bay views and famous skyline, the Bay Area boasts a large array of party boat rental companies. Each company has different amenities, prices, and overall customer satisfaction rates. Here is a list of the top party boat rental...

The Key to Networking for Recent Graduates

by PAC | January 31, 2017 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Have you recently graduated from college? Are you still searching for a job in this economy? What is the one advice that everyone tells you to do? Network. Network. And network some more! 63% of people find jobs by tapping their network of friends, family members,...

Top 20 California Chefs

by PAC | January 31, 2017 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Michael Chiarello is an award winning chef, tv host, and sustainable farmer. Host of Easy Entertaining with Michael Chiarello on Food Network and NapaStyle on Fine Living Network, Michael displays 25 years of experience as a restaurateur specializing in...

What is a Brand Ambassador?

by PAC | January 31, 2017 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

If you’re just getting started in the professional marketing world, you’re a college student looking to be an influence on campus, or just happen to love and be loyal to a certain brand, business, start up, or app, then you should highly consider becoming a...

How Luxury brands market their products differently than traditional products

by PAC | December 16, 2016 | business | 0 Comments

In today’s competitive market, real luxury brands need to find a way to connect with customers in more creative ways without loosing its cachet and mystique, but how can luxury brands distinguish themselves from mainstream brands and traditional luxury? It is all...

Direct Mail Campaigns: Junk or Not?

by Piedmont Avenue | December 8, 2016 | business, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Direct mail campaigns send information and marketing advertisements to people through the postal service. Marketers in the Bay Area can target the UC Berkeley campus community with direct mail pizza coupons. Communities in downtown San Francisco might have their...

Restaurant Partnerships for Better Food and a Healthier Environment

by Piedmont Avenue | December 2, 2016 | business, Restaurants, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

For any San Francisco Bay Area restaurant that prepares seafood, you can consider partnering with organizations that bring awareness to environmentally friendly fishing and farming techniques. Both Bay Area business-owners and consumers can help spread the message in...

The Top Gluten-Free San Francisco Restaurants

by PAC | November 16, 2016 | business, Dining, Restaurants, Tips | 0 Comments

The Bay Area boasts a wide array of restaurants that cater to all types of palettes and tastes. However, even with so many amazing restaurants to choose from, people with gluten sensitivity may have a more difficult time in finding eateries that cater to their needs....

How Can Physicians Leverage Social Media

by PAC | October 16, 2016 | business, Health, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

Right now is the best time for physicians to start leveraging social media. From a professional point of view, it’s understandable that physicians might be a little hesitant on being active on social media. Many will argue that it’s probably better for your...

Lessons to be learned from the TV Show Hotel Impossible

by Piedmont Avenue | September 30, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Hotel Impossible is a reality TV show on Travel Channel, featuring a hospitality expert Anthony Melchiorri and his team giving professional advice and consultation to hotels. This popular show is at its 7th season already since it began airing in September 2012. Each...

Hiring and Staffing in the San Francisco Bay Area

by Piedmont Avenue | September 28, 2016 | business, technology | 0 Comments

You’ve just received a second resignation at your San Francisco engineering office, and you need an experienced person fast. Do you post the job on your company website and hope for the best, engage the services of a recruiter, or pay a fee and have your job seen...

Promotional Models As An Effective Marketing Strategy

by Piedmont Avenue | September 2, 2016 | business, events, marketing | 0 Comments

One way to attract attention to a product or service is to hire a promotional model. Promotional models are a type of brand ambassador, except they do not have a long-term commitment to embody the brand or be a person of contact. A promotional model is able to use...

How To Be a Business to Business Broker

by PAC | August 16, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When it comes to opening a restaurant or retail business,” location, location, location” is as important as the operation of a business. The facilitator of the buying and selling process is the business broker, a position of which is often overlooked but plays a...

Advertising Techniques to Learn from T-mobile

by PAC | June 30, 2016 | business, marketing, technology | 0 Comments

T-Mobile has taken an innovative and game-changing approach to marketing its wireless service. By taking a risk and condemning its own industry and competitors, T-Mobile was able to gain 22 million subscribers. Here are a few strategies from T-Mobile’s...

How Much Do Keynote Speakers Charge?

by PAC | June 23, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Are you looking to transform your event or conference? Hiring the perfect keynote speaker will guide the conversation and establish a theme that will encourage, inspire, and unify your audience. There are many factors that determine the price range of how much a...

Bay Area Streetwear Brands

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Born from the influence of west coast surf and skate culture, street wear is a distinctive genre of fashion that has grown to represent a spectrum of subcultures ranging from hip hop styles to Japanese street fashion. Just as Southern California’s influence to...

Things To Do Around UC Berkeley

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The city of Berkeley is a thriving metropolis, where you can find unique shops, restaurants, coffee shops and bars, and unique people to match! It is also home to one of the top public institutions of higher learning in the country, as well as the world!...

Top 5 of the best Napa/Sonoma Winery Tours

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

People come from near and far to experience the most tart, tangy, or crisp wine in an exquisite setting. In the U.S., more wineries than ever are open and eager for everyone to drop by. Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, and Sonoma County are where you’ll discover the...

Recruiting for Top Talent in San Francisco

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The workforce is continually transforming. Due to the aging Baby Boomer generation and the rapid growth of innovative technology, companies are becoming more vigilant than ever in the recruitment process for great talent. Especially in such a concentrated city such...

Best Boating Destinations in the San Francisco Bay Area

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Looking for an exciting excursion on the San Francisco Bay? Or a good excuse to get out on the water? Whether you have your own vessel or are planning to rent one, here’s a brief list of some great places to enjoy a beautiful trip on the water and where to best...

Oakland’s Blue Bottle Coffee’s Fast and Faithful Following

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area, you’ve probably heard of Blue Bottle Coffee by now. With locations on the Embarcadero (1 Ferry Building) and on Market street (1355 Market Street #190) , Blue Bottle coffee is located in some of the busiest and most...

Curated Clothing for Men

by PAC | March 22, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

There's a new way to online shop these days, and it is becoming easier than ever, with our busy and fast paced lifestyles. A subscription box is a great way to receive products that you either already love, have or come to love. Of course, the first ones that come to...

Hospitality 101: Different Types of Accommodation and Marketing

by PAC | February 12, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Everyone wants to travel the world and they all need a place to stay when they get there. That’s where you come in. If you’re looking to open up a hotel in the San Francisco Bay Area, or already own one, it’s important to understand the distinctions between types...

Brand Advocates; New Age Marketing

by PAC | February 12, 2016 | business, marketing, Tips | 0 Comments

Are you looking for free marketing, special perks, and a steady growing base of dedicated customers? No, this is not a dream. Whether you’re looking for free and easy marketing for your start up or current business or you’re a faithful customer of a favorite...

How to Publish a Successful Post on LinkedIn

by PAC | February 12, 2016 | business, networking, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

As the leading professional networking site in the world, LinkedIn has transformed the traditional process of recruitment and job search. Recruiters largely use LinkedIn to buy access to data about LinkedIn users for hiring purposes. Job seekers use this space to...

San Francisco Neighborhoods

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Tips | 0 Comments

Have you ever wanted to experience San Francisco like a local? Well, here is a quick and easy guide to some of the best eateries and attractions in the most popular neighborhoods of San Francisco. San Francisco Chinatown As one of the oldest and largest Chinese...

San Francisco Restaurant Trend

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Restaurants, Tips | 0 Comments

One word that best describes the latest San Francisco restaurants is “hip.” One reason for the growth and popularity of these types of hip and trendy restaurants, coffee shops, and bakeries is because of San Francisco’s population transformation. Ever since the...

Groupon For Businesses

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

5 Tips to get more out of your offer! So, you finally took the leap and created an offer for your business on Groupon. Think you’re done? Think again! Do you want to get even more out of your offer? How about converting all of those deal takers into long term...

4 Ways to Optimize Opentable to Make Your Restaurant More Successful

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

1. Join Promotions Find promotions you would like your restaurant to be a part of and join the lists. Joining promotions will increase your restaurant’s visibility to potential customers. 2. Deals & Offers Deals & Offers show your restaurant’s current...

7 Tips for Writing a Successful Blog Post

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, marketing, Tips, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When writing a blog post everyone hopes to get their message across and gain readers. You don’t have to be a professional writer to accomplish this. We have outlined 7 Steps for writing a successful Blog post. 1. Select The Right Subject Make a connection...

Ways to Improve Your Business With Twitter

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Social Media, Tips | 0 Comments

Twitter is a micro-blogging site with 140 million active users and one of the top ten most visited websites. With these statistics in mind, it is no wonder why businesses choose to engage in this key aspect of social media. Here are five top ways you can use Twitter...

Facebook Best Practices for Businesses

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

With over 900 million monthly active users and over 500 million daily active users, Facebook has become an important free mechanism to market and promote your business. Here are the top 5 ways Facebook is a good marketing tool for business: 1. Business Newsfeed....

9 Reasons the Facebook Timeline is a Positive Change for your Business Page

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

All Facebook pages were forced to switch to the new Timeline format on March 30 2012, no matter if you wanted to or not. Here are a few reasons why this change may actually be a positive one for your business. Cover Photo Feature allows your business page to be more...

Why Participate in a 15% Back Charity Event?

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

How it Works An agreement is made between a business and charity to have a portion of their sales go to a cause. Therefore when a customer mentions the charity while they patronize the business by buying a product or service, 15% of that purchase goes to the charity....

Generating Leads from the SF Business Times Book of Lists

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

The SF Business Times Book of Lists 2012 is an incredibly useful resource when it comes to broadening your client base in the San Francisco Bay Area. To make the process even easier for you, we at Piedmont Avenue Consulting have created this step-by-step guide to...

5 Reasons We Love Basecamp

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Basecamp HQ is an incredibly intuitive and easy to use online project management tool. It facilitates project collaboration, and here at Piedmont Avenue Consulting it allows our team to stay on top of our many ongoing cooperative endeavors. Here’s what we like...

Google Apps

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Google Apps (http://www.google.com/apps/) Google Apps provides Google for Businesses, including email, calendar, documents, and more. customized Business Cards, each one with a different design provides email, survey, etc system a variety of educational and...

What’s your story? Are you creating Brand Awareness?

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Tips | 0 Comments

How well is your business telling it's story? Do people remember what you do? Are others telling your story for you? This an email blast we sent out promoting our Social Media Score Report and upcoming client events.

Social Media Return On Investment Report

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Social Media | 0 Comments

Our Social Media Return On Investment Report shows how to increase business profits through creative marketing and sales strategies. The report defines social media, reviews how to measure the value of social media, outlines the key components in a social media...

Social Media Score

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Social Media | 0 Comments

Our Social Media Score Report is run to measure your business across the 9 key areas of the social media ecosystem we have defined. Our clients’ scores continually increase leading directly to greater marketplace awareness, stronger customer loyalty, and increased...

Evaluate Online Competition

by PAC | February 3, 2016 | business, Tips | 0 Comments

Find at least 10 other companies, websites, etc. doing what you do. Then create a list in excel or database format. Then list: 1) the company name 2) website link 3) what you like about the business, website, services, products, etc. 4) what you do not like about the...

Oakland Restaurant Week 2016

by PAC | January 22, 2016 | business, Dining, events, marketing, Restaurants, Tips | 0 Comments

The fifth annual Oakland Restaurant Week kicks off Thursday, with more than eighty participating restaurants offering special menus from January 14 to 24. For the budget-minded prix-fixe menu aficionado, it’s the happiest time of the year — especially because...

David Mitroff, Ph.D. Business Consultant, Marketing Expert

David Mitroff, Ph.D. is the Founder of Oakland based Piedmont Avenue Consulting through which he provides business consulting and marketing services to create brand awareness, strengthen customer loyalty and generate new opportunities. David works with a diversity of clients in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond such as restaurants and retail specialty stores, franchises, professional services firms, start-ups and individual entrepreneurs. He leverages his extensive professional and education background, including a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology to motivate people to create change, while understanding the psychology behind business and marketing decisions. David is an active member, on the executive board, or advisory committees for several organizations. He continually collaborates with several consultant groups, merchant associations, and charities to best serve the community. David is a sought after speaker on a wide range of topics from Social Media to event marketing and through his consulting, lectures, trainings, and keynotes has educated more than 15,000 business owners.

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