Best Accor Podcasts (2024)

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#61 - Adrian Williams, COO PME Pacific, Accor 56:13

3d ago56:13

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Raised in Melbourne Australia, Adrian started his hotel career in Canada at the iconic luxury Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. He has 30 years’ experience in hotel operations including a range of senior executive roles with the global hotel group, Accor. Adrian has demonstrated a range of skills managing a large decentralised team across Australia, Ne…

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Hilton Acquires NoMad, Accor Launches Inclusivity Initiatives, Travel Social Dynamics 36:36

16d ago36:36

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In this episode, the focus is on significant hospitality and travel industry developments. Hilton acquires Sydell Group’s NoMad Brand, venturing into the luxury lifestyle market, aiming for global expansion. Accor launched the "Hospitality is a Work of Heart" initiative, aiming to reinvigorate the sector's talent culture with an emphasis on inclusi…

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PMS's Capitalize Operators, Going Deep vs Going Wide, Awning Acquired 33:45

2h ago33:45

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In this episode, Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers discuss the strategic acquisition by RedAwning of the property management startup Awning, a move that underscores the consolidation trend in the short-term rental space. We also explore Hostaway's new initiative to offer financial services tailored for short-term rentals, enhancin…

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IHG Introduces Apple AirPlay; Marriott Advances Towards Net Zero 39:46

2d ago39:46

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In this episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore the latest advancements in enhancing the guest experience in the travel and hospitality sectors. IHG Hotels & Resorts now offers Apple AirPlay across more than 60 North American properties, allowing guests to stream their personal content securely to their room's TV. Meanwhile, Marriott Interna…

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Alexi Khajavi – Questex | Connecting hotel real estate owners with brands, trends and tech 50:02

3d ago50:02

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President Hospitality, Travel and Wellness @Questex Let’s say 2023 was not quite the year of deal-making within the industry. Then what does the future have in stock for #hospitality and #realestate? Alexi Khajavi President Hospitality, Travel and Wellness at Questex set down with Flo at last week’s IHIF to discuss trends, the role of technology an…

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LG TV's, Summer Travel Trends, and Airbnb Opening Up to Renters! 32:38

3d ago32:38

32:38

In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality Europe, Leo Walton, and Raphaele Cline are back with a special appearance of Damian Sheridan to discuss upcoming events like the Scale Green conference in London and analyze industry developments, including a new TV platform for short-term rentals and Airbnb's global summer travel trends for 2024. They de…

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Lower Credit Card Fees Equal Lower Travel? And We're At Google's Mercy! 34:12

5d ago34:12

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Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers are back with more Monday news for all of you Early Risers! How can lower credit card fees impact travel spending and the frequency of travelers to our destinations? Are we also at the mercy of Google's search algorithm? And is AI-generated content helping you or hurting you? Tune in this Monday t…

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Expanding Horizons: European Hotel Growth and Travel Trends 2024 37:59

9d ago37:59

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In this episode, we (Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk) delve into the strategic expansions in Europe. Marriott International and IHG Hotels & Resorts each added about 100 new properties, reflecting robust growth in the hospitality sector. We also touch on Las Vegas' boost in tourism with significant rises in convention attendees and economic benefits fr…

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Episode 85: Wytze Van den Berg, Vice President International Operations EMEA/ Vice President EMEA World Hotels, BWH Hotels, 14:05

9d ago14:05

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Discussion with Wytze van den Berk, VP of International Operations for BWH, highlighting BWH's growth post-acquisition of World Hotels, expansion plans in Africa, diverse brand portfolio, and opportunities and challenges in the African market.

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GMH Europe: TripAdvisor Removes 2M Reviews, Scaling Locally, & Booking.com Removes Sustainability Badge 34:02

11d ago34:02

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Good Morning Hospitality is excited to welcome and announce our GMH Europe Crew, Leo Walton, Sarah DuPre, and Raphaele Cline. In this episode, some of the topics include the implications of TripAdvisor blocking 2 million fake reviews in 2023, the benefits of staying local versus rapid expansion in property management, and Booking.com's reevaluation…

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"Phocusing" on Economic & Cultural Sustainability with Madeline List 35:55

11d ago35:55

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Madeline List, Senior Analyst at Phocuswright, joins Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers this week to cover a range of topics from Phocuswrights' recent study and how operators can apply some of these findings to their business! This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab yo…

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Atul Chopra – FreshOn Table | Minimum emissions, maximum nutrition – harvest on demand 48:28

18d ago48:28

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Founder & CEO @FreshOn Table Have you ever wondered what grows in the desert? We have. So we sent Phil to talk to someone who knows - Atul Chopra, Founder and CEO of FreshOn Table, who supplies restaurants and hotels in UAE with fresh greens and other edibles. Minimum emissions, maximum nutrition is his motto and led him to create a company that co…

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Data, Pricing, and a Viral Tweet! 36:14

19d ago36:14

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This week, Jamie Lane is back to give us the data! We scream for it each and every week and are lucky enough (and thankful) for him to join us each month to share the incredible insights with you all! So, grab your coffee and your notebook because this one is going to be good! Apparently, X (formerly Twitter) is the place to be these days. Let us k…

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#60 - Big Sam Young, S'more 53:04

23d ago53:04

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The story of Sam Young is one that’s been pressure-cooked, flash-fried, and is now braising on a low, gentle simmer. Inspired by the taste of his travels to Italy, Canada, Hong kong, Vietnam and Malaysia to name a few, he has worked in Sydney’s top restaurants like Mr. wong, Ms.g’s, Queen chow, Totti’s and more recently as Lotus’s head chef. As one…

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Brands Focus on Accessibility Travel, Tropicana Closes, TSA PreCheck Expands 36:06

24d ago36:06

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In this episode, Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk delve into the travel industry's strides toward inclusivity and change, highlighting Virgin Hotels' initiative with Autism Double-Checked for neurodiverse traveler accessibility, the upcoming transformation of Miami’s Shore Club by Auberge Resorts, and the closure of Las Vegas' Tropicana for a new baseba…

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Capital & Acquisition Activity, DOJ Files Investigation for Dynamic Pricing 30:30

26d ago30:30

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Welcome back to another great episode on Good Morning Hospitality! The Trio (Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers) dive into a couple of topics this morning around the recent funding news we saw from Blueground, which raised $45M in a Series D round. Recently, the Department of Justice filed a Statement of Interest in Hotel Room Algo…

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Luxury Hotels Having a Moment, Booking Sustainability Issue, Airfare Purchases Hit a High 35:43

1M ago35:43

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In the episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk dive into the resurgence of luxury travel, highlighted by extravagant offerings like Dubai's Royal Mansion suite, and discuss Booking.com's termination of its "Travel Sustainable" program due to regulatory concerns. They also explore the record $8.9 billion in airfare sales by U.S. travel agencies in Fe…

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Sir Rocco & Lydia Forte | Rocco Forte Hotels – A family business and a way of life 54:44

1M ago54:44

54:44

Chairman and Group Director F&B @Rocco Forte Hotels .By SMACK Hospitality

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Episode 84: Trevor Ward, Managing Director, W Hospitality Group 29:59

1M ago29:59

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In the latest episode of the AHIF podcast, Matthew Weihs and Trevor Ward delve into the intricacies of Africa's hospitality market. With a focus on the annual Hotel Chain Development in Africa pipeline report, they explore the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the continent's hotel industry. From the surge in resort developments to the …

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Sonder Under Investigation, Marriott Launches AI Search, Uber Invests $100M 39:04

1M ago39:04

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The Trio (Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers) is back for another episode, diving into industry-leading topics and stories for hospitality professionals who want to stay in the know! This week's episode once again covers more about the urban operator Sonder Inc., which is now under investigation, Marriott International's recent lau…

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Graduate Hotels Acquisition, EV Growth, Rise of the Gig Economy in Hotels 40:12

1M ago40:12

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In this episode with Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk, the discussion centers on Hilton's acquisition of Graduate Hotels to enhance its lifestyle portfolio, IHG Hotels & Resorts's initiative to equip its North American hotels with EV charging stations in response to the EV boom, and the impact of the gig economy on hotel staffing, highlighting the shi…

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Sonders Financial Fiasco, OTAs Set New Marketing Spend Record, & More! 32:46

1M ago32:46

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This week, Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers will join you all on the best day of the week to discuss the top trending topics and stories in short-term rentals! This week's headlines cover operator brands like Sonder Inc. and the big OTAs (Expedia Group, Booking.com, Airbnb, etc.), once again showing the power of their marketing d…

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Hyatt Personal Training, Barbie Bahamas, and TikTok Travel 39:12

2M ago39:12

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In the engaging episode, Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk discuss the latest trends in the travel and hospitality sector. The discussion kicks off with Hyatt Regency's groundbreaking collaboration with the Future app, which provides guests with personalized workout experiences. It then transitions to the unveiling of an immersive Barbie-themed vacation …

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Patrick Mendes – ACCOR | SMACK Live! at YHS-Pre-Event 56:56

2M ago56:56

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CEO @ACCOR for Premium, Midscale & Economy in Europe and North Africa …By SMACK Hospitality

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Airbnb's Recent Release, Life House CEO Moving On, & EU Data Sharing Law 38:43

2M ago38:43

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This week, we gathered the whole Short-Term Rental Crew to discuss the latest and greatest! Jamie Lane will explain the data and what this all means for the industry, as well as discuss many other exciting topics! This episode is brought to you by our partners at sojo! sojo is the gift that keeps on giving, so grab your 30 days of sojo amenities an…

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Rain Resist Bliss and The End of Room Service? 37:52

2M ago37:52

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In the latest episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," the dynamic duo of Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk delve into unique hotel practices and industry challenges. They highlight InterContinental Hotels & Resorts Singapore's 'Rain Resist Bliss' package, which compensates guests for vacation disruptions due to rain, and a lawsuit by Wynn Resorts Las Ve…

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Capital One Travel, Expedia Layoffs, & The Purchase of Casai Domain 35:28

2M ago35:28

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Welcome back to another beautiful week in Hospitality! This week, Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers dive into the recent trending topics as the credit card race speeds up with Capital One adding STR operators, layoffs keep piling up even with recent stock prices at Expedia Group, and the revival of out-of-business operators like C…

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All-Inclusive Resorts, The Great Restaurant Dilemma, & Hilton Partners with AutoCamp 51:44

2M ago51:44

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On the 200th episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," Sarah Dandashy, Steve Turk, and Wil Slickers delve into transformative trends within the hospitality industry, from the surge in luxury all-inclusive resorts, driven by consumer demand for upscale, stress-free vacations, to the emergence of luxury hotel merchandise as a status symbol. They discuss…

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Jillian MacLean - Drake & Morgan | A female-influenced bar & restaurant empire 37:44

2M ago37:44

37:44

Founder & CEO @Drake & Morgan …By SMACK Hospitality

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Sonder, Inc. Lay Offs + Miami Supply + Bob W. Raises $43M 33:25

2M ago33:25

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This week we have the dynamic trio of Brandreth Canaley, Michael Goldin, and Wil Slickers back on the show to talk about the top leading stories happening in the short-term rental sector on top of other news for hospitality professionals! This week's top stories include Sonder Inc. going through more layoffs, the ever-growing supply of multi-family…

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Forbes, Michelin, and No Ticket TSA? 37:25

2M ago37:25

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In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk, the discussion highlights the Forbes Travel Guide 2024 Star Awards, recognizing luxury hotels in new destinations globally, including Dubai's significant achievement of five new Five-Star hotels. The episode also delves into the Michelin Guide's expansion in Florida, sp…

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Rising Peaks and Stirring Controversy: The Short-Term Rental Landscape 35:51

2M ago35:51

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Join us on the next episode of Good Morning Hospitality for an insightful dive into the ever-evolving world of short-term rentals. We'll be tackling a variety of hot topics, including the current peak of the industry, key takeaways from Expedia Group and Airbnb's latest earnings calls, and the recent controversy surrounding Vrbo's Super Bowl ads th…

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Episode 83: Rahul Chaudhary, Managing Director & CEO, CG Corp Global & CG Hospitality Holdings 38:14

2M ago38:14

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In this episode of the AHIF podcast, Rahul Chaudhary, MD and CEO of CG Corp Global and CG Hospitality Holdings, shares insights on the remarkable growth and strategic ventures of CG Global over the past two years. From expanding into emerging markets like Nepal and Sri Lanka to venturing into the automobile industry, Rahul highlights the group's dy…

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Bio-Hacking Hotels, Love Boat, and TikTok’s Newest Cruise Obsession 36:51

2M ago36:51

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In this "Good Morning Hospitality" episode, Steve Turk & Sarah Dandashy cover Marriott's impressive 2023 performance, spotlighting its luxury hotel growth and a 48% profit margin. They delve into Dubai's Siro One Za'abeel, a hotel pioneering in luxury bio-hacking for $500 a night. The episode also touches on a bizarre incident in Thailand with a Ca…

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If You Could Build The Perfect OTA, What Would That Look Like? 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

Happy Monday Post-Super Bowl, where more people were cheering for Taylor Swift & Usher than they were any of the teams playing 😉 Today, we're covering more OTA news from a new Expedia Group CEO to take the helm and more! This episode is brought to you by our friends and sponsors at sojo! Claim your free amenity kit and get 30 days free with sojo by…

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Bill Heinecke – Minor Hotels | An overnight success that took 55 years 35:44

3M ago35:44

35:44

Founder & Chairman @Minor Hotels …By SMACK Hospitality

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Live from Maui, Hotels Still Preferred Accommodations, and the Great Bathrobe Debate 40:52

3M ago40:52

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Welcome to today’s episode of Good Morning Hospitality, broadcasting live from the stunning landscapes of Maui. Today, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk dive into the latest hospitality trends, sharing new research on traveler preferences, discussing the essence of luxury hospitality, exploring recent travel news, and debating a surprisingly contentiou…

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OTA's Putting Pressure on Operators in Order to Get More Bookings 33:47

3M ago33:47

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This week, The Trio. (Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, & Wil Slickers) jumps on the podcast to discuss the OTA objectives as we're seeing more and more pressure put on operators to lower rates, minimize fees, and even lock out wholesale rates. If you're in Nashville for the STR Wealth Conference, swing by the Hospitality.FM Podcast Booth and say …

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$1000 Night Rooms, Super Bowl Impact, and 2024 Travel Trends You Haven’t Heard Yet 37:19

3M ago37:19

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In this episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," Steve Turk & Sarah Dandashy delve into the evolving landscape of the hotel industry, comparing Marriott International's and Hilton's expansion strategies and discussing the new norm of $1,000-per-night luxury hotel rooms. They also touche on the Super Bowl 2024's impact on Las Vegas hotel rates, predic…

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What Happens When Your City Bans Short-Term Rentals 33:56

3M ago33:56

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This week, we have Brandy, Michael, and Wil diving into the question of what happens when your city goes through a ban on short-term rentals. We will save all the notes for the episode! Make sure you tune in because The Trio will touch on big brand names like Marriott and other things touched on during our predictions roundtable! This episode is br…

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WEF Hot Hotel, World’s Largest Cruise Ship, and Snake on a Plane 37:56

3M ago37:56

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In the latest "Good Morning Hospitality" episode, Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk explore intriguing stories in the hospitality world, including the Hilton Garden Inn's popularity among elites at the World Economic Forum in Davos and the upcoming luxurious Sandbourne Santa Monica hotel. They also feature the first ski resort by Margaritaville in Lake…

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Josiah Mackenzie – Hospitality Daily | Two hosts, countless tales, and a daily dose of hospitality 34:05

3M ago34:05

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Host @ Hospitality Daily .By SMACK Hospitality

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What We Can Learn From Industry Tech CEO & Founder, Max Farley 35:52

3M ago35:52

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Following our 2024 Hospitality Predictions Roundtable, we're excited to welcome back Maxwell Farley, Founder & CEO of sojo, to the show to share his insights from 2023 and outlook on the year ahead. 2023 was a pivotal year for many hospitality businesses, and the team at sojo works with the ones who have the boots on the ground and are in the prope…

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Our Predictions for Hospitality in 2024 - Bonus Episode with Other Hospitality.FM Podcast Hosts! 1:07:06

3M ago1:07:06

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A gathering of experts in the hospitality field share their insights and predictions for the coming year. Themes include the importance of professionalization in the industry, the continuation of spending in travel, the expected rise in mergers and acquisitions, the role of tech in shaping the guest experience, sustainability, wellness, the increas…

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White Mountains: Manning Rountree on Value Creation and Partnership 1:02:27

3M ago1:02:27

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Manning and Ross cover a lot of ground, starting with Southeastern’s history of investing in White Mountains multiple times, dating back to its predecessor Fireman’s Fund under the leadership of Jack Byrne in the ‘80s. Manning talks about how he joined White Mountains and discusses how the spirit of Jack Byrne still lives on at White Mountains toda…

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Hotel Profits in 2024, Michelin Keys, and White Lotus Season 3 35:55

3M ago35:55

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In this episode of "Good Morning Hospitality," Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk delve into the latest trends in the hospitality industry. They start with a discussion on the recent decline in U.S. hotel room rates and its implications for the industry. The episode then shifts focus to the anticipated factors affecting hotel profitability in 2024, includ…

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Episode 82: Michael Aldridge, Founder & CEO, KOFISI 28:41

3M ago28:41

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In this episode of the AHIF podcast, Michael Aldridge, the Founder and CEO of Kofisi, shares profound insights into the dynamic world of shared workspaces. The conversation unfolds the strategic growth of Kofisi, fueled by a unique blend of hospitality and co-working principles. Aldridge sheds light on the sustainability practices embedded within K…

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Workflows & Espressos Trailer - Season One 2:29

3M ago2:29

2:29

Hey Good Morning Hospitality Listeners! Do you remember back in September of 2023 when we had a micro interview with Meaghan Moylan? Well, since we're part of the Hospitality.FM Podcast Network, we're excited to share that Meaghan is now hosting Hospitality.FM's newest Original, Workflows & Espressos! Enjoy this quick trailer and give the podcast s…

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Industry Sizing for Short-Term Rentals & Other Industry News 32:32

4M ago32:32

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This week "The Trio" (Michael Goldin, Brandreth Canaley, and Wil Slickers) dive into some of Phocuswrights' Global Sizing Report for Short-Term Rentals (we will give you a link in the comments/show notes to grab the full report for yourself!) and cover some of the other stories happening in the industry this week! Hospitality Predictions Roundtable…

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AirDNA Acquires Uplisting | Interview with Demi Horvat 25:06

4M ago25:06

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In this episode, "Good Morning Hospitality" welcomes Demi Horvat, CEO of AirDNA, to discuss their latest strategic leap: the acquisition of Uplisting. Horvat delves into the motivations behind this significant move, exploring how it aligns with AirDNA's vision to revolutionize data-driven decision-making in the hospitality sector. From the synergy …

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