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Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including a Recap, 's new website, the launching of our new podcast , featuring a moment with , along with product news from , and much more! There's even a Durobor update! In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week, Shannon talks about trends in cocktail glassware. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about leadership. Specifically, that it all starts at the intersection of trust and caring, and why that intersection is important to being a good leader. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

In this special edition, our host, Dave Turner, will be having a conversation with David Haber. David is the former President & CEO of D.W. Haber & Son, which was acquired earlier this year by . In the conversation, Dave talks to David about the journey that he went through leading up to the sale of his family-owned company after more than 100 years of being in business. This episode is sponsored in part by the . Everything but the food for nearly 100 years.

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news on the current state of restaurants in America and how millennials & Gen Xers view their career paths. This week Dave also talks to glassware French designer  about her products and her collaboration with . Then, we've got an update from one our favorite "not so small" brands - glassware. In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sits down again with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of  and this week Shannon and Dave talk about trends in tabletop accessories. Finally, in his Commentary segment, Dave talks about the freedom that trust brings to organizations. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , , FER Mag, , and much more. In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down once again with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about trends in flatware. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about playing outside your comfort zone and the benefits of being ok with being uncomfortable. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Welcome to a Special Edition of SEAT YOURSELF. As followers of SEAT YOURSELF know, this episode will be a different format than our regular weekly edition and it will feature a single guest. In this Special Edition episode, our host, Dave Turner, is with Shannon Tallon of  live from the show floor in Milan, Italy from the 2019 and 41st edition of the HostMilano show. This episode runs approximately 30 minutes and is sponsored in part by the Edward Don & Company. Edward Don - Everything but the food for nearly 100 years. You can find all episodes of SEAT YOURSELF at Always remember - #TabletopMatters

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, and people including , the Color of the Year, and much more!! In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about the surprises of 2019 in both tabletop and buffetware. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about gratefulness and self-compassion. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including the show, and . In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week, Shannon talks about tumbler trends. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave reminds us about the business that we’re REALLY in. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , and . In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about the dinnerware shapes and sizes that she would design for the marketplace if she were a tabletop designer. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave asks the question, "What have we done for ourselves lately?" For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

SEAT YOURSELF delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, including enhanced food & beverage in conference centers and business meetings, along with more info on our other podcast that's getting ready to launch - Every Other Thursday. This week, Dave also gives his take on KFC's new plant-based trial. In company news this week are tabletop leader  and Italy's . In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about the very popular topic of "What makes a great vendor to Edward Don & Company". In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave discusses the role of trust in hiring and retaining top talent. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , , and much much more! In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about the upward trend of bowls in the marketplace. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about brands and why they matter so much. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , , and . In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about localizing buffetware and serveware for your events.  In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about trust and gives 12 things organizations should avoid doing if they are trying to build trust. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, and people including, , NYC's Manhattan West, and the consulting firm and much more. In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about sales rep business models. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about being the leader that you seek. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Welcome to a Special Edition of SEAT YOURSELF. As followers of SEAT YOURSELF know, this episode will be a different format than our regular weekly edition and it will feature a single guest. In this special edition, our host, Dave Turner, will be having a conversation with Thomas Kastl, Director of Dining products for the Trade Fair held every February in Frankfurt, Germany. In the conversation, Dave and Thomas give us an update on the HoReCa focus for the upcoming Ambiente Show. You can find all episodes of SEAT YOURSELF at And, finally, we want to thank the for sponsoring in-part this Special Edition of SEAT YOURSELF. Edward Don & Company. Everything but the food for nearly 100 years. Always remember - #TabletopMatters

SEAT YOURSELF delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , and . econds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of  for a discussion on table linens. A future or not? And if so, where? In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave says a few words on being grateful. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

SEAT YOURSELF delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , , , and . In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, as he usually does, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of and this week, his discussion with Shannon is all about about wine decanters - trending? Or not? If so...where. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about how we should consider the micro-experience when it comes to the Guest/Customer Experience. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including ’s new hard coffee, , and much more. In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Dave and Shannon talk about the future of collateral materials. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about the importance that consideration of recruiting top talent from outside our industry can play in the success of companies throughout the hospitality industry. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including   along with an update on Belgian glassware company Durobor. In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon and Dave talk about trends in napkins. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about how crucial culture is for a company in today’s accelerating speed of business. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics and companies including , AIDEN Hotel, Durobor, , and . In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon gives us ideas on how to freshen up tableside service. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , , ghost restaurants and much more. And....Dave brings a recent interview with hospitality tabletop's "fun" company! In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sat down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Shannon talks about new product trends in both tabletop and buffet. In this week’s Commentary segment, Dave discusses the journey we always go on with our customers and how it is the same - no matter the customer. Dave also points out the opportunities - and the potential pitfalls. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com

Seat Yourself delivers the latest news and information on the hospitality tabletop industry. This week’s episode features the latest industry news, topics, people and companies including , and much more. In our segment, 60 Seconds with Shannon, Dave sits down with Category Manager Shannon Tallon of . This week Dave talks with Shannon about key trends in buffet and buffet equipment. Finally, in this week’s Commentary segment, Dave talks about re-kindling our professional passion for our jobs and our careers. For more information and insights on the hospitality tabletop industry, be sure to check out or email Dave at dt@tabletopjournal.com