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Our Story

Where Hospitality Meets the Mic

The Hospitality Network is the media company built for the people who feed, host, and celebrate the world. We tell their stories — through podcasts, live events, and brand experiences that move the industry forward.

2026

Founded

150+

Episodes

30M+

Annual impressions

200+

Live Events Annually

30+

Brand Partners

Our Mission

Amplifying the Voices That Shape Hospitality

The hospitality industry is built on human connection — the chef who obsesses over every plate, the hotelier who anticipates every need, the sommelier who turns a meal into a memory. These are the people who deserve a platform as extraordinary as the experiences they create.

We built The Hospitality Network to be exactly that. Since 1984, we've been producing the conversations, events, and brand moments that keep the industry informed, inspired, and connected — from intimate podcast studios to festival stages hosting thousands.

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The Team

The People Behind the Platform

Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole

Founder & CEO

Bringing over 38 years in the multi-media and brand strategy experience,  Mike Mobile successfully led and promoted hundreds of high profile initiatives including charitable campaigns, public safety awareness programs, festivals, concerts, business grand openings, fundraising events, disaster relief efforts, and community outreach initiatives. Mike is widely recognized for his innovative approach to mobile marketing and experiential brand engagement, Through state-of-the-art digital mobile advertising platforms, social media integration, live broadcasting, podcasting, and multimedia storytelling, he has helped organizations from non-profit to S&P 500 giants amplify their message while creating authentic connections with diverse audiences. Mike launched The Hospitality Network after recognizing that the hospitality industry's most compelling stories are yet to be told .

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Community recognition

Community Initiatives

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Humanitarian Relief

Mobilized support and awareness for families and individuals facing hardships or critical needs. Featured in local news coverage for teaming up with over 20 local law enforcement agencies to fill moving trucks with emergency supplies for California Wildfire Relief, more recently for the Venezuelan crisis relief among many others. Helped connect nationally recognized media properties with hospitals, first responders, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, corporate sponsors, and volunteers to support communities facing urgent needs.

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Life Experiences and Experiential Leadership

Produced, promoted, and supported thousands of public programs designed to connect organizations with audiences in meaningful and memorable ways. Expertise in concept development, partnership coordination, sponsorship integration, media promotion, event production, talent relations, hospitality, and public engagement. Longstanding involvement with the Miami Dolphins game day promotions and tailgate experiences, together with major South Florida festivals, boat events, entertainment programs, and hospitality activations reflect the unprecedented ability to integrate media, sponsorship, brand strategy, and public engagement.

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Global Business & Event Promotions

Utilizing on-air media, event marketing, and digital platforms to champion regional businesses, food trucks, and community gatherings. Since 1983 Mobile Mike began his broadcasting career and went on to hold leadership positions with WLLZ Detroit, WKPK Northern Michigan, Beasley Broadcast Group and Power 96, Cox Radio, Clear Channel Communications, and iHeartMedia. Across these organizations, he has contributed to the development, launch, positioning, and promotion of influential media brands.

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Public Safety and Law Enforcement Support

Enduring commitment to Public Safety and Community Service. More than three decades of trusted, cultivated working relationships with law enforcement agencies, fire rescue departments, emergency management organizations, municipal governments, county leaders, and public officials. Working alongside these organizations has helped us develop and support public safety campaigns, community outreach initiatives, and charitable events that have strengthened the relationships and the communities we serve.

Media Kit

Partner With the Industry's Platform

Download our full media kit for audience demographics, advertising rates, event sponsorship packages, and brand activation case studies.

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68%

Decision Makers

42

Avg. Listener Age

$180K+

Avg. HHI

92%

Complete Episode Rate

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