Simple, clear steps that every restaurant can follow.
Get discovered by hungry locals. Ads, SEO, and local search put you where diners are already looking.
Keep the conversation going with friendly, timely AI follow-ups until they’re ready to book.
Convert interest into reservations and orders with easy booking, payments, and reminders.
Turn happy guests into 5★ reviews, referrals, and loyal regulars — on autopilot.
20+ years of marketing strategy and automation experience — helping restaurants and businesses attract, nurture, and retain more customers.
20+ years of marketing strategy and automation experience — helping restaurants and businesses attract, nurture, and retain more customers.
I didn’t start in a boardroom. I started in restaurants.
From managing hospitality events and working behind the scenes to serving 400+ guests at America’s Incredible Pizza Company, I learned first-hand what it takes to keep seats filled and customers happy.
What I also saw: great restaurants struggling — not because of their food or service, but because marketing felt overwhelming, expensive, and out of reach.
That’s why I created Automate The Journey: a system to help restaurants attract, nurture, and retain customers using automation and AI — without adding more to your already full plate.
I didn’t start in a boardroom. I started in restaurants.
From managing hospitality events and working behind the scenes to serving 400+ guests at America’s Incredible Pizza Company, I learned first-hand what it takes to keep seats filled and customers happy.
What I also saw: great restaurants struggling — not because of their food or service, but because marketing felt overwhelming, expensive, and out of reach.
That’s why I created Automate The Journey: a system to help restaurants attract, nurture, and retain customers using automation and AI — without adding more to your already full plate.
I’ve lived the restaurant grind — this isn’t a cookie-cutter agency playbook.
Tech + human touch, so guests feel valued.
20 years of testing, refining, and delivering results.
Hi, I’m Tim Hershberger.
I’m a marketer, strategist, and problem-solver — but most importantly, I’m someone who believes small restaurants deserve the same chance to thrive as big franchises.
When I’m not building growth systems, you’ll find me with my family in Florida, or exploring the local restaurant scene for inspiration.
• Honesty & Transparency — no jargon, no smoke and mirrors.
• Fast Results That Matter — bums in seats, orders placed.
• Fair Pricing & Clear ROI — you always know what you’re getting.
I’ve lived the restaurant grind — this isn’t a cookie-cutter agency playbook.
Tech + human touch, so guests feel valued.
20 years of testing, refining, and delivering results.
Hi, I’m Tim Hershberger.
I’m a marketer, strategist, and problem-solver — but most importantly, I’m someone who believes small restaurants deserve the same chance to thrive as big franchises.
When I’m not building growth systems, you’ll find me with my family in Florida, or exploring the local restaurant scene for inspiration.
Honesty & Transparency — no jargon, no smoke and mirrors.
Fast Results That Matter — bums in seats, orders placed.
Fair Pricing & Clear ROI — you always know what you’re getting.
In 2025, AI isn't just transforming email marketing—it's altogether redefining how hospitality brands connect with guests. Forget generic newsletters; today's savvy hospitality marketers use powerful AI tools like ChatGPT. With its unique ability to deliver deeply personalized, real-time interactions that guests look forward to receiving, ChatGPT is revolutionizing the industry.
With over 15 years of experience leading marketing strategies in hospitality and entertainment, I've witnessed firsthand the dramatic impact AI-driven automation can have on guest engagement and bottom-line results.
Hospitality brands thrive by creating memorable guest experiences. With AI-driven solutions like ChatGPT, personalization reaches new heights—delivering the right message to the right guest at the exact time. Brands that harness this technology see immediate benefits such as higher engagement rates, quicker campaign launches, and measurable jumps in ROI, making AI a must-have rather than a nice-to-have in today's competitive landscape.
Instantly Personalized Email Content: Gone are the days of generic messaging. ChatGPT creates compelling, tailored content based on individual guest preferences, past interactions, and predictive behavior. This means your emails aren't just opened—they're anticipated.
Real-Time Behavior Insights: ChatGPT analyzes guest data in real time, allowing marketers to adapt their strategy instantly. Whether adjusting email timing or refining the message, each interaction hits its mark precisely when your guests are most receptive.
Automated Optimization for Maximum Impact: AI doesn't just suggest improvements—it implements them. ChatGPT continuously optimizes subject lines, email content, and calls to action based on live performance metrics, dramatically increasing your open rates and conversions.
Imagine launching a family-oriented event at your hospitality venue. Instead of manually segmenting and guessing guest interests, ChatGPT automatically identifies families who've attended similar past events. It then crafts highly targeted emails with captivating headlines, engaging content, and strategic follow-ups. The result? Even for smaller-scale hospitality brands, the benefits are tangible: higher attendance rates, improved guest satisfaction, and increased revenue.
Effortless CRM Integration: Are you worried about complex integrations? ChatGPT seamlessly connects with your existing CRM, no matter the platform size, instantly leveraging current guest data to enhance your marketing efforts.
Rapid Audience Segmentation: ChatGPT segments your audience into refined, actionable groups, allowing you to send precise, highly personalized messages quickly and significantly boosting guest responsiveness.
Continuous, Real-Time Improvements: Harness ChatGPT's predictive analytics to continually refine email messaging and timing. The ongoing AI-driven adjustments ensure consistent performance boosts and increasingly impactful guest engagement.
Integrating AI tools like ChatGPT doesn't diminish your team's role—it enhances it. Marketing teams evolve from performing repetitive tasks to engaging in strategic planning, creative oversight, and insightful data analysis. Training in AI empowers teams, making them strategic drivers of growth rather than mere executors.
Privacy remains critical in hospitality. Modern AI tools like ChatGPT are built with stringent compliance standards. Clearly communicate your commitment to data privacy, choose secure, reputable AI service providers, and regularly update your protocols to ensure your guests always trust your brand.
Automation doesn't mean sacrificing authenticity. ChatGPT adapts seamlessly to your unique brand voice and tone, ensuring every communication feels genuine to your identity.
Over-Automation: AI is powerful, but human oversight ensures interactions stay authentic.
Neglecting Data Security: Prioritize secure handling of guest data to maintain trust.
Ignoring AI Training: Continuously update and refine your AI models to maintain relevance and personalization.
AI-powered email marketing, driven by sophisticated tools like ChatGPT, isn't just futuristic—it's already here, delivering remarkable results for hospitality brands of all sizes. Embracing AI positions your brand for sustained competitive advantage, enhancing guest loyalty, operational efficiency, and revenue growth well beyond 2025.
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