The Key to Building Buzz in Marketing with Milo Frank, Senior Director of Marketing at H Wood Group | Ep. 427

Daniel Murray
Daniel Murray
June 24, 2026

What does it take to market a restaurant that tells its guests there’s nothing to see here?

Milo Frank, Senior Director of Marketing at H Wood Group, has spent over a decade building one of the most recognizable hospitality brands in the country, home to Delilah, The Nice Guy, and a whole lot of surprises no one saw coming.

And Milo breaks down how H Wood approaches launching in a new market, from scouting 15 to 20 venues in 48 hours to identifying the right local crowd before a single door opens.

Plus, why the brand’s no photos policy and unannounced performances aren’t just vibes, they’re a deliberate Marketing strategy built around FOMO, word of mouth, and making people feel like they’re in on something nobody else knows about.

If you’re a Marketer who wants to learn how to build buzz, own a market, and turn hospitality into a growth engine, this is the episode for you.

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Daniel Murray
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