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Thirsty Bandit - Strategy Sessions

Corey Krejcik & Rachel Brown
Wine Industry
Hospitality Industry
Customer Engagement
Wine Education
Social Media
Wineries
User Experience
Hospitality
Merchandising
User-Generated Content
Seasonal Programming
Email Marketing
Brand Authenticity
Retention Strategies
Community Engagement
Consulting Services
Sales and Marketing
Brand Identity
Experiential Marketing
Tasting Rooms

At Thirsty Bandit, we’re not your typical consultants—we’re brand wranglers and strategy shakers for the wine and hospitality world. We believe the best growth happens where sharp strategy, fearless adaptability, and authentic identity all meet for a toast. Our approach? Think less cookie-cutter, more custom blend. We dig into your strengths, uncover hidden opportunities, and craft bold brand stra... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Corey and Rachel chat with Dr. Kimberly McGlonn to discuss the intersection of ethical leadership, purpose-driven business, and social responsibility, emphasizing the importance of morality, emotional literacy, and vulnerability in l... more

Corey and Rachel chat with executive coach and leadership advisor David Dressler about the power of daily rituals and how small, intentional practices can create clarity, structure, and momentum in both life and work. Drawing from his experience co-f... more

Corey and Rachel chat with author, professor, wine writer, and historian Rod Phillips on the cultural impact of wine and how it evolved into a social staple over the centuries, influencing gatherings and community.

Key takeaways from the podcast in... more

Corey and Rachel explore the role of emotional design in creating memorable hospitality experiences with Dr. Teresa Alaniz, focusing on how emotions influence customer choices and brand loyalty. Topics covered include:

* The role of emotions in pro... more

In this episode of Strategy Sessions, Corey and Rachel discuss the importance of human connection in the wine and hospitality industry. They explore how recent trends, including Mark Cuban's investment in experiential events, highlight a shift toward... more

Corey and Rachel reflect on their journey through 20 episodes, discussing the importance of customer engagement strategies in the wine and hospitality industries. They explore various aspects such as showcasing authenticity through social media, the ... more

Corey and Rachel unwrap their very own holiday gift guide—curated from this season’s standout guests and packed with ideas for every food, wine, and entertaining enthusiast. From one-of-a-kind experiences to playful apparel, must-read books, and clev... more

Corey and Rachel engage in a lively discussion with Stephen Thompson, founder of Weld Manufacturing. They explore the importance of quality merchandise in the hospitality industry, the evolution of Weld, and how to create non-gimmicky branded goods t... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Thompson
Founder of Weld Manufacturing
Weld Manufacturing
Episode: Merchandising with Stephen Thompson
Natalie Hope McDonald
Artist involved in various artistic mediums including painting and mural work, currently working on a project in London.
Episode: Creative Inspiration with Natalie Hope McDonald
Joseph Quintela
Director of Operations for Amada and Village Whiskey
SPB Hospitality
Episode: Efficiency vs. Experience with Joseph Quintela
Suzanne Hasz
Founder of Hudson Trailer Co., specializing in mobile business solutions
Hudson Trailer Co.
Episode: Mobile & Seasonal Retail with Suzanne Hasz
Dustin Engel
Principal of Elegant Disruption, experienced in marketing and AI implementation for hospitality
Elegant Disruption
Episode: AI & Hospitality with Dustin Engel
Laura Batten
Founder of CRUSHABLE and a specialist in Canadian wines
CRUSHABLE
Episode: Challenging Status Quo with Laura Batten
Ed Feuchuk
General Manager at Tank Garage Winery
Tank Garage Winery
Episode: Authenticity with Ed Feuchuk
Jesse Eldredge
Co-founder of Eastfolk Creative, specializing in video production and content storytelling.
Eastfolk Creative
Episode: Storytelling with Eastfolk Creative
Carly Jones
Co-founder of Eastfolk Creative, focusing on photography and creative direction.
Eastfolk Creative
Episode: Storytelling with Eastfolk Creative

Hosts

Corey Kraychuk
Co-host/Host with Thirsty Bandit Consulting; frequent strategy partner focusing on brand, merchandising, and hospitality operations.
Rachel Brown
Co-host/Host with Thirsty Bandit Consulting; frequent strategy partner focusing on customer engagement, brand storytelling, and local-from-field insights.

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Talking Points

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Brand Identity with Steve Klein
Q: What should a winery not focus on as they go into this brand renewal?
Wineries should not strive for perfection right away and instead prioritize testing and learning.
User Experience with Mike Madaio
Q: For clients looking to improve their current UX, where should they start?
Start with a UX audit and test your website across various devices, especially mobile, to ensure usability.
User Experience with Mike Madaio
Q: Where do you see wineries missing the mark when it comes to user experience?
Wineries often treat UX as a one-time setup rather than an ongoing practice that requires monitoring and updates.
Challenging Status Quo with Laura Batten
Q: What would you change in the industry?
Get rid of tasting notes; they are so subjective and don't matter to the average person.
Challenging Status Quo with Laura Batten
Q: What would you want to fix within the wine industry?
Probably the way that wine is spoken about and written about; just strip it back down to basics.

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A witty, hospitality-focused show that blends strategy with authentic branding in the wine and hospitality world. Episodes regularly center on customer engagement, merchandising, storytelling, and experiential marketing, often pairing hands-on tactics with industry-specific case studies (wineries, tasting rooms, and retail concepts). Notable angles include leveraging local communities, mobile and pop-up experiences, and the role of technology without losing a personal touch. The format favors practitioner-led conversations with operators, PR pros, designers, and marketers who share actionable tactics, measurable results, and authentic brand-building stories. It's particularly strong for listeners seeking practical branding, marketing, and o... more

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Recent guests on Thirsty Bandit include:

1. Stephen Thompson
2. Natalie Hope McDonald
3. Joseph Quintela
4. Suzanne Hasz
5. Dustin Engel
6. Laura Batten
7. Ed Feuchuk
8. Jesse Eldredge

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