Overview
For more than 25 years, we’ve had the privilege of partnering with businesses of every size, from innovative start-ups to multinational brands. No matter the scale, every client receives the same level of focus, integrity, and dedication. We specialize in developing differentiated food, beverage, retail, and entertainment concepts, while optimizing relationships across the supply chain, including manufacturers, commissaries and distributors.
Our experience spans a broad range of private and public sectors including: independent and chain operators of restaurants, hotels, entertainment, gaming, retail, contract management and real estate venues. This holistic and diverse perspective allows us to design creative, yet practical solutions on each project.
We are passionate and pragmatic. Our work focuses on building long-term value, enhancing cash flow, strengthening brand equity, and simplifying complex processes. From strategy to execution, we guide your team every step of the way, thoughtfully, purposefully, and always one bite at a time.
Our experience spans a broad range of private and public sectors including: independent and chain operators of restaurants, hotels, entertainment, gaming, retail, contract management and real estate venues. This holistic and diverse perspective allows us to design creative, yet practical solutions on each project.
We are passionate and pragmatic. Our work focuses on building long-term value, enhancing cash flow, strengthening brand equity, and simplifying complex processes. From strategy to execution, we guide your team every step of the way, thoughtfully, purposefully, and always one bite at a time.
Arlene Spiegel FCSI
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Arlene Spiegel, founder and President of Arlene Spiegel & Associates, is a restaurant, retail and foodservice consultant, team builder and a multiple award winner for excellence in hospitality, restaurant development and branding.
As the former Director of the Global Food and Beverage Practice at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Ms. Spiegel has clearly proven her food and beverage skills to the betterment of her public and private clients, providing strategic growth plans, financial models and market positioning. |
As a third-generation restaurateur, Arlene has dedicated her entire professional life studying the eating and purchasing habits of consumers in every possible food and beverage environment. Having owned and operated successful restaurants in the New York area, Ms. Spiegel understands first hand, the challenges, responsibilities and rewards of ownership. Her restaurants, The Garden of Eating, capitalized on the growing demand for ‘good for you’ style eating and resulted in Ms. Spiegel receiving the coveted Pacesetter Award and The Small Business Woman of the Year Award.
Working with all segments of the hospitality industry, including branded restaurants, bars, academic and cultural Institutions, Independent entrepreneurs, corporate chain restaurants, real estate developers, retail, contract management, gaming and entertainment clients,
Ms. Spiegel, has been highly successful in developing differentiated and compelling branded concepts; master plans for public and private developments; engineered profitable menus; and orchestrated experiential and memorable food programs. Her renowned clients, including celebrity chefs, say that her enthusiasm brings new spirit and energy to their projects. They consider her an invaluable thought partner in starting, transforming, and scaling their concepts.
Arlene was honored to become a member of the The Sylvia Center Culinary Council bringing her extensive experience and passion for empowering youth through healthy eating and nutrition education. Her involvement is expected to enhance the organization’s efforts
in creating impactful community programs and expanding outreach initiatives.
Working with all segments of the hospitality industry, including branded restaurants, bars, academic and cultural Institutions, Independent entrepreneurs, corporate chain restaurants, real estate developers, retail, contract management, gaming and entertainment clients,
Ms. Spiegel, has been highly successful in developing differentiated and compelling branded concepts; master plans for public and private developments; engineered profitable menus; and orchestrated experiential and memorable food programs. Her renowned clients, including celebrity chefs, say that her enthusiasm brings new spirit and energy to their projects. They consider her an invaluable thought partner in starting, transforming, and scaling their concepts.
Arlene was honored to become a member of the The Sylvia Center Culinary Council bringing her extensive experience and passion for empowering youth through healthy eating and nutrition education. Her involvement is expected to enhance the organization’s efforts
in creating impactful community programs and expanding outreach initiatives.
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