As Founder and CEO of Tipsy Putt, Brandon Robinson has built a reputation for scaling experiential hospitality concepts while maintaining a disciplined approach to time, leadership, and the long-term vision. With four active Tipsy Putt locations, a fast growing brand footprint, and ambitions for another successful exit, Robinson’s journey reflects both entrepreneurial grit and strategic balance.
Robinson is no stranger to exiting companies. In 2022, he sold his previous venture, Skin Body Soul Medspa, to private equity—an operational achievement fewer than 1% of entrepreneurs accomplish. That experience now informs how he approaches Tipsy Putt, not just as a lifestyle brand, but as a scalable asset.
Balancing the demands of being a Founder and CEO across multiple locations requires intentional structure. Robinson prioritizes his time by focusing on high-impact decisions rather than getting pulled into operational noise. He relies heavily on strong leadership teams at each Tipsy Putt location, empowering general managers to own their performance while he concentrates on growth strategy, partnerships, and capital planning.
A key tip Robinson emphasizes is building systems early. “If you wait until you’re overwhelmed to create processes, you’re already behind,” he has noted in conversations with peers. From standardized operating procedures to clear reporting dashboards, these systems allow him to manage four locations without being physically present at each one daily.
Equally important is time blocking and non-negotiables. Robinson treats family time with the same level of commitment as board meetings or investor calls. By carving out dedicated time for his family, he ensures that growth in business does not come at the expense of personal relationships. This discipline creates sustainability—not just success.
Robinson also leverages pattern recognition from past exits. Having successfully sold Skin Body Soul, he understands what potential buyers look for: consistent revenue growth, strong margins, replicable systems, and a brand with defensible intellectual property. At Tipsy Putt, he is building with the end in mind—positioning the company for a future exit while maintaining focus on near-term execution.
Another core principle he swears by is Trust Measured. Robinson avoids micromanagement but maintains clear KPIs across locations. He believes in trusting his managers to make the right decisions and even when they are wrong supporting them. Supporting managers is how managers are empowered. Equitably measuring that trust with weekly performance reviews, financial tracking, and customer experience metrics keep the business aligned without requiring constant oversight.
Finally, Robinson prioritizes personal energy management. Running multiple venues and preparing for the next phase of growth requires stamina. Whether through fitness, mental resets, or strategic downtime, he ensures he operates at a high level consistently.
As Founder and CEO, Brandon Robinson demonstrates that scaling a business and maintaining balance isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most. By combining disciplined systems, empowered teams, trusting management and a clear exit strategy, he continues to grow Tipsy Putt while staying grounded in what matters: family, focus, and forward momentum.