Hospitality Creator Richie Romero on Making NYC the City that Never Sleeps Again

After Richie Romero (@richieromero1) realized his knack for helping people have a good time, the NYC native embarked on a legendary career in hospitality.

Watch this interview to learn about putting relationships at the forefront of business, the celebrity economy, and a mission to have NYC become “The City That Never Sleeps” again.

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CHAPTERS:
[03:58] - Richie Romero 2-Minute Drill
[10:27] - Evolution of a Club Promoter
[20:26] - Relationships are Everything
[28:24] - Old School Take on Influencer Marketing
[31:29] - Designing for Access

Richie Romero is a Restaurant Influencer —

“I love creating and I love creating with other people. I love building relationships.”

This quote summarizes Richie Romero (@richieromero1), a hospitality legend that has played a major role in a number of New York City entertainment staples. Being a native New Yorker has given him a sense of pride that permeates his purpose.

Richie Romero’s hospitality endeavors began at an early age. At just 12 years old, he would throw parties in the local McDonald’s play area. Legally or illegally, these types of early entrepreneurial endeavors became the precursor for a career of providing consistent memorable experiences.

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Creating what he labels “decentralized casino” experiences throughout the city is something near and dear to his heart.

“We don't have casinos here (in NYC). We don't have resorts. So I have to do it the deconstructed, decentralized way.” Richie Romero points out to host Shawn P. Walchef of https://calibbq.media on the Restaurant Influeners podcast.

“I want to give and put a smile on and have an imprint on anyone's life from any age.”

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Though the business has evolved, and that evolution has been accelerated by COVID protocols within New York City, Richie Romero has been able to remain atop the hospitality scene and continue to formulate and nurture relationships with notable clientele.

When asked about his approach, he says, “I think relationships are more important than anything. To me, it's more important than money.”

His love for entertainment and building sustainable relationships is only matched by Richie Romero’s love for his New York City.

“I love my city and I want to see New York thrive again.”

One thing is for sure, Richie Romero will spend days and nights doing everything in his power to make sure that happens.


EPISODE LINKS:
Richie Romero Instagram: www.instagram.com/richieromero1
Richie Romero Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richieromero1/
Jerry Seinfeld at Zazzy’s Pizza: https://www.instagram.com/p/CRrDGazMLr-


ABOUT Richie Romero (@richieromero1):
Richie Romero has been providing experiences for people in his native New York City since his early years. After realizing his knack for gathering people together to have a good time, he embarked on a career in hospitality that has seen him be a part of New York City staples, such as Zazzy’s Pizza, and rub elbows with Hollywood elite. As New York City recovers from the pandemic, he has a personal goal of returning NYC back into the city that never sleeps.
• Richie Romero on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/richie-romero-7169996/


ABOUT RESTAURANT INFLUENCERS:
Welcome to the Restaurant Influencers podcast and video series. Every week host and restaurant owner Shawn P. Walchef (@shawnpwalchef) talks with leaders about their secrets to Smartphone Storytelling and how to show up and engage where customers are spending time online. https://restaurantinfluencers.media

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