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Why This Founder Built Hotels for People Who’d Rather Be Outside
What if the best hotels weren’t designed to keep you inside—but to get you out into the world?
On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline sits down with Mike Weiss, co-founder and co-CEO of Trailborn Hotels and Resorts, to unpack how he’s building a boutique hospitality brand around nature, experience, and intentional growth.
Mike’s path to hospitality wasn’t linear. From investment banking and real estate private equity to early-stage startups and product leadership, his career ultimately converged on one clear insight: travelers don’t just want beautiful rooms—they want meaningful…
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