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Mark Reichle on Craft Lodging, Quality Standards, and What Makes a Boutique Stays Unforgettable
From Ford Motor Company to Innkeeper to CEO: Mark Reichle's Journey with Select Registry
Mark Reichle, CEO of Select Registry, shares his journey from corporate life at Ford Motor Company, through 21 years running a boutique inn in Kansas City, to leading a 50-year organization through a pandemic and now positioning it for the AI era of personalized travel.
Key Insights You'll Learn:
401k rolled into business purchase using an obscure but legal tax strategy
Four-month overlap with prior owners — two months before and after closing — for a smooth handoff
Guest room fire on Valentine's Day…
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