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Hospitality Daily Podcast
Stay informed and inspired to delight people and grow your business with daily conversations with interesting people doing interesting things. Hosted by Josiah Mackenzie.
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Hospitality Daily PodcastOur Blueprint for Successful Hotel Development - Hector Sanchez, Premier
To learn about the world of hotel development today, we're joined by Hector Sanchez, CEO at Premier - an end-to-end architecture, design, procurement, project…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow Buildings Shape Hospitality: Lessons from a Yale-Trained Architect-Turned-Hotel GM - Kara Bartelt, The Hoxton, Downtown LA
Buildings are the platforms we all provide hospitality from, but how much do you know about the built environment? Joining us to help us learn more about this…
Hospitality Daily PodcastInclusive Hospitality Starts with Breakfast - Michelle Jensen Session
In this episode, Michelle Jensen Session discusses the importance of inclusive hospitality, starting with breakfast. She shares her experiences growing up in a…
Hospitality Daily PodcastAmplifying Culture in San Francisco - Andrew Wasilewski, The Faight Collective
We talk a lot about art and culture on this show, so I wanted to bring on one of my neighbors today, Andrew Wasilewski who is cofounder of The Faight…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow We Made Our Whole Destination More Hospitable - Chuck Davison, Visit SLO CAL
What could it look like to work together to help an entire community become more hospitable and thrive together? Today, we're hearing a case study in doing…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWorking with Ian Schrager: The Iconic Studio 54 Founder's Approach to Hospitality Today - Adam Wallace
Few people are more iconic in the world of hospitality than Ian Schrager. Initially rising to fame as the co-owner and co-founder of Studio 54 in New York, Ian…
Hospitality Daily PodcastChallenges and Opportunities with Hotel Brands Today: What I Saw As CMO of Best Western With 18 Brands - Dorothy Dowling
What's going on in the world of hotel brands today? Joining us today to answer that question is Dorothy Dowling, Managing Director at Horwath and previously…
Hospitality Daily PodcastBrands vs. Real Estate: Where I'm Focused Now (And Why) - Bashar Wali, Practice Hospitality
Within the hospitality ecosystem, there are a lot of ways you can build an interesting company - so what has the most opportunity? Bashar Wali is one of the…
Hospitality Daily PodcastLessons for Hospitality From Building Businesses In Other Industries - Nathan Woods, Bolt Farm Treehouse
In this episode, Nathan Woods, Head of Marketing and Brand at Bolt Farm Treehouse, shares his journey from track and field events to consumer packaged goods to…
Hospitality Daily PodcastGiving Tuesday Bonus: From Mother Teresa to Creating Opportunities Through Hospitality - Harsha L'Acqua, Saira Hospitality
In this episode, we're learning from Harsha L'Acqua, the founder of Saira Hospitality, about the power of giving and generosity. Harsha shares how her…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Power of Branding in Hospitality: Lessons From an Accidental Hotel Owner - Brigette Harenda, B&Co.
I'll never forget the first time I heard our guest today, Brigette Harenda, President of B&Co. It was about a decade ago, and she was at a conference…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWhy Art and Creativity Matters in Hospitality Today - Teresa Muk, Swire Hotels
How can art and creativity transform travel and guest experiences? Teresa Muk, Head of Brand and Strategic Marketing at Swire Hotels, joins us to answer this…
Hospitality Daily PodcastEncounters Across Cultures: How We Combined Art, Technology & Travel - Teresa Muk, Swire Hotels
I love how art can enhance hospitality and the travel experience, and in this episode, Teresa Muk, Head of Brand and Strategic Marketing at Swire Hotels…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow We Create Nature-Focused Hospitality Experiences - Scott LaMont, EDSA
Study after study is showing travelers today want nature-focused hospitality experiences, but how exactly do you design and create these? Joining us today to…
Hospitality Daily PodcastShe Has (More Than) A Deal: What I've Learned Empowering Others Through Hotel Investment - Tracy Prigmore
Tracy Prigmore is a hotel owner, operator, and developer. You may know her from She Has a Deal - which includes a pitch competition but is much more. In this…
Hospitality Daily PodcastUnlocking Revenue, Performance, and Potential in Hospitality - Thibault Catala
If you’ve created a great hospitality business, you should make as much money as you can because that will fund everything else you do - from designing and…
Hospitality Daily PodcastTaking Care of the People Caring for Others - Nathan LaGrange, Oasis Rest International
My parents work in ministry, and I grew up in a home where I always saw them giving to others. Something I've been thinking a lot about recently is how to take…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Problem With Marriott and Hyatt - Adam Wallace
A lot of the most creative elements of hospitality have been damaged by those who don’t recognize the value of branding and providing distinctive hospitality -…
Hospitality Daily PodcastDemocratizing Hospitality: How We Can Make Independent Lifestyle Hotels Profitable, Efficient, and Accessible to More People - Rami Zeidan, Life House
How can hotels provide unique, reliable experiences to more people while remaining profitable? Joining us today to answer that question is Rami Zeidan. Rami…
Hospitality Daily PodcastRevitalizing Places: How Hospitality Can Be A Catalyst for Community Change - Kara Bartelt, The Hoxton Downtown LA
Can hotels be more than just a place to stay? Can hospitality become a driving force for the renewal of places and catalysts for community engagement? Join us…
Hospitality Daily PodcastBillion-Dollar Mindset: Navigating Today's Hospitality Investment Landscape - Richard Fertig, Stomp Capital
Richard Fertig is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Stomp Capital and in this episode, shares the lesson that billionaire investor Steve Schwarzman…
Hospitality Daily PodcastUniting for Impact: The Creation of the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance - Rachel Humphrey
In this episode, Rachel Humphrey, founder of the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance and principal at DEI Advisors, delves into her diverse career…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWorking With The LeBron James Family Foundation and Saira Hospitality to Empower Communities - Kevin Osterhaus, Graduate Hotels
Lots of hospitality providers talk about serving their community, but few go as far as the organizations we're going to be talking about today: Saira…
Hospitality Daily PodcastPalisociety: The Power of Proprietor-Led Hospitality - Jorgan von Stiening, Palisociety
How does Palisociety, the rapidly growing lifestyle hospitality company, create a distinctive and inviting experience for its guests? This episode with Jorgan…
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Boosting Morale with Fun: The Impact of Wellness Wednesdays at Cameo Beverly Hills
We met Amy Salvago earlier this year when she explained the "Wellness Wednesday" program they have at the Cameo Beverly Hills, a Remington Hotels property. I…
Hospitality Daily PodcastBuilding Booking.com: Lessons In Culture, Innovation, And Global Growth from Behind The Scenes - Lou Zameryka
Booking.com is one of the most powerful companies in hospitality today, and the story of how it got started and grew has lessons for all of us - wherever we…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow We Set Up New Team Members for Success - Joanna Dodaro Johansen, citizenM
Would you like to set up your new team members for success from the very start? In this episode, Joanna Dodaro Johansen, head of people experience for citizenM…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWhat Guests Are Looking For In Luxury and Hospitality Today - Bill Walshe
Today, we're learning from Bill Walshe, the former CEO of Viceroy Hotel Group, who today is helping others in hospitality as a board member, strategic advisor…
Hospitality Daily PodcastInvesting in Outdoors-Focused Hospitality - Matt Mering, Outbound Hotels
In this episode, we're learning from Matt Mering, the Executive Vice President of Hospitality at Waterton. Matt shares the origins and development of Outbound…
Hospitality Daily PodcastInvesting in Education: The Graduate Academy Program - Kevin Osterhaus, Graduate Hotels
In this episode, Kevin Osterhaus, the President of Graduate Hotels, explains the Graduate Academy program, a best-in-class offering that allows team members to…
Hospitality Daily PodcastLeading People Experience at citizenM Hotels - Joanna Dodaro Johansen, citizenM
In this episode, Joanna Dodaro Johansen, head of people experience for citizenM hotels in the US, shares how they create a great employee experience at one of…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWhat It Will Take To Win Today: Advice for Hotel Owners, Brands, and Management Companies - Anthony Melchiorri
In this episode, Anthony Melchiorri discusses the state of the hotel industry and the interconnected relationships between owners, real estate investors…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Story Behind Mint House: Pioneering a New Kind of Stay - Christian Lee, Mint House
In this episode, we're learning from Mint House CEO Christian Lee about the story behind their tech-forward hospitality company, whose board and investors…
Hospitality Daily PodcastEmpower Yourself: Insights from Wall Street - Trica Jean-Baptiste
If you care about hospitality, why should you care about finance and Wall Street? To answer that question, I went to Wall Street in New York and met with Trica…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWhy (And How) We're Creating a "Deconstructed Resort" - Tanner Cummings, Thin Spaces Hotel Company
Tanner Cummings is creating a "deconstructed resort" based on an old Celtic concept of "thin places" - the notion of heaven meeting earth. In this episode…
Hospitality Daily PodcastNever Stop Learning - Fernando Vives, NH Hotel Group
Fernando Vives is the Chief Commercial Officer of NH Hotel Group, and one of the biggest takeaways I had from our conversation is the need to never stop…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Hotel Culture I Experienced That Cared For People, Enabled Innovation & Earned Media Attention - Adam Wallace
Everyone wants to be innovative, create something remarkable, and provide memorable hospitality - but what does that take....really? Getting to know our guest…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow To Attract More Of The Right Guests with Data and AI - Gina Lambright, Sojern [Sponsor Bonus]
Are you looking to attract more travelers to book a stay with you and enhance their experience when they do? If so, you'll love this episode because we're…
Hospitality Daily PodcastBeyond Sustainable: How America's First "Carbon Positive" Hotel Shows What's Possible For The Planet (And Profits) - Jon Buerge, Urban Villages
Populus is going to be the first carbon-positive hotel in America when it opens in Denver in 2024, which basically means it leaves the planet in a better place…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThink Big: What I Learned As Expedia's CMO (And Beyond) - Melissa Maher
Melissa Maher helped build Expedia over 20 years into one of the biggest companies in the world as its Chief Marketing Officer. In this episode, you'll hear…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow To Apply Creativity To Stand Out In Hospitality - Stefan Merriweather, The LINE
Stefan Merriweather is Head of Creative for The LINE hotels, and today, we're learning from him about everything from developing new projects to collaborating…
Hospitality Daily PodcastCharge Confidently and Give Generously - Bill Walshe
Whether you're still working on your budgets for the year ahead or have those all done, our guest today has advice for what it will take to succeed over the…
Hospitality Daily PodcastInspiring Change Through Hospitality - Jeff Stanford, Stanford Inn
In this episode, we delve into the transformative hospitality and strong convictions of Jeff Stanford, co-owner (with his wife Joan) of the Stanford Inn in…
Hospitality Daily PodcastUnlocking Human Potential: The Power of "Healthspan" in Hospitality - Lou Zameryka
In this episode, Lou Zameryka discusses his transition from being an early leader at Booking.com and building that business to focusing now on health…
Hospitality Daily PodcastShow Up - Anthony Melchiorri
Anthony Melchiorri started his hospitality career working at an Embassy Suites in Kansas and then worked his way up to becoming one of the most successful…
Hospitality Daily PodcastOpening Hotels Well: Top Lessons Learned From Kimpton, Two Roads & Hyatt - Jorge Treviño
A new opening sets the tone for a hotel's success for years to come - so what does it take to do it right? I can't think of someone better to answer this…
Hospitality Daily PodcastWhat It Takes to Operate at Peak Personal Performance - Melissa Maher
In this episode, Melissa Maher, Founder and CEO of Pinnacle Enterprises Group, shares her insights on what it takes to be a successful leader today - drawing…
Hospitality Daily PodcastMake More Money (And Increase Guest Satisfaction) with "Bionic Revenue Management" - Fernando Vives, NH Hotel Group
In this episode, Fernando Vives, Chief Commercial Officer at NH Hotel Group, discusses the evolution of revenue management from the earliest days to the…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHotel Tech 101: How It All Fits Together (And How It Will Evolve) - Ira Vouk
In this episode, we're learning from Ira Vouk, a former hotel operator and technology company founder turned industry advisor and educator. Ira's viral…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Real Scoop Behind Hospitality Daily - Josiah Mackenzie x Zach Busekrus / Behind The Stays
Zach Busekrus has one of the best hospitality podcasts I've come across: Behind the Stays. As its name suggests, he gets the backstory of some of the coolest…
Hospitality Daily PodcastEnabling Deep, Meaningful Conversations Through Hospitality - Margaret Lefton, Yours Truly Hotel
In this episode, Margaret Lefton, Creative Director at Yours Truly, shares the importance of deep, meaningful conversations - a foundation of hospitality - and…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow We Turned Our Hotel Into A Community Hotspot - Margaret Lefton, Yours Truly Hotel
How can you turn your hotel into a community hub that drives business from both locals and people visiting your city? In this episode, you'll hear from…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow We Balance Rapid Growth With Innovation - Eli Sokol, citizenM Hotels
In this episode, Eli Sokol, Vice President of Development and Investment at citizenM Hotels, shares the unique business model of citizenM and how they maintain…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Best Best Western Hotel: How We've Won the M.K. Guertin Award 14 Years In A Row - Michelle Duffy, Best Western Plus Novato Oaks Inn
In this episode, we learn from Michelle Duffy, the general manager of the Best Western Novato Oaks Inn. Michelle shares her secrets to winning the prestigious…
Hospitality Daily PodcastCulture and Leadership Lessons from the "Thinker In Residence" Professor on the Road - William Murray
In this episode, Dr. William Murray, an associate professor in the School of Hospitality, Food, and Tourism at the University of Guelph, shares his experience…
Hospitality Daily PodcastThe Netflix Challenge & Lessons in Building Diverse, Effective Teams - Michelle Jensen Session
A little while back, Netflix ran a competition to improve its algorithms — the technology that suggests new movies and TV shows it thinks you'll like. Everyone…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow I Am Empowering People in Hospitality - Stacia Harvey-Randall, Black Women of Hospitality
In this episode, we learn from Stacia Harvey-Randall, the Director of Human Resources at the Whitley Hotel (an HEI Hotels property) and the co-founder of Black…
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The Inside Story of How Hilton Built Hampton Inn’s “Hamptonality” Culture - Eleanor Erickson & Phil Cordell
In this episode, we learn from two hospitality leaders, Eleanor Erickson and Phil Cordell, about the importance of culture in creating a thriving hospitality…
Hospitality Daily PodcastBreaking Barriers to Innovation in Hospitality Today - Calvin Tilokee, Lighthouse
Calvin Tilokee has fascinated me for years. He's been named a top influencer in hospitality, the mastermind behind the Instagram comedy account @revparblems…
Hospitality Daily PodcastHow We Created An Award-Winning Boutique Hotel Management and Development Company - Meg Kennedy & Rob Blood, Lark Hotels
Lark Hotels is an award-winning boutique hotel management and development company, and in this episode, we hear from their founders - partners in life and in…