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Just Work It

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Just Work It is a platform for podcasts about decent work by and for millennials. It is hosted by Ausma Malik, Atkinson’s Director of Social Engagement.
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Hustled

Toronto Star, the Atkinson Foundation, & Antica Productions

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Apps have made ride-sharing, room-renting and ordering a meal easier than ever. The technology relies on a burgeoning workforce to support what's become known as the gig economy. But what does it mean when your boss is an app? Join host Sara Mojtehedzadeh as she follows a group of food couriers who are challenging the powerful business model -- in a fight that could redefine the future of work.
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Mek We Coffee n Reason is an interview format podcast that utilises real life experiences to navigate the adolescent mind to deal with adversities. All while educating parents and guardians on the struggles adolescents face, so they can play their part in creating a more mindful and nurturing environment for their children. We aim to create a mentally safe space for them, for them to know that someone understands what they are going through, and they are not alone. We aim to inspire adolesce ...
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The Dignity Justified Podcast promotes the cultural heritage of African Americans through conversations about art, artifacts, images, ideas and individuals. Our organization (dignityjustified.com) is curious about humanity and so it shines a light on imagery in general and individuals in particular, to reveal the layers of stories embedded within— for the purpose of honoring the dignity of others and deepening our understanding of self, family, community, and country.
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We’re delving deep into the root challenges of employee engagement and retention in the hospitality industry. Our guest, Szilvia Olah, Employee Experience Designer from The Strengths Company, joins us from Dubai. Key Highlights: Common Complaints: Discussion on the prevalent issues of low employee engagement and high turnover rates in hospitality. …
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Today we have Rick Colangelo, EVP of Pivot Hotels, part of Davidson Hospitality Group. Topics discussed include: Guest Experience: The significance of delivering exceptional guest experiences in hotels and resorts. The Pivot Vibe: Introduction of the “Pivot Vibe” concept, focusing on guest journey, music, lighting, scents, and design. Experience Ec…
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Today we delve into the latest developments at Coury Holdings and their exciting new ventures. Paul Coury special guest shares insights on their innovative approach to hospitality and strategic growth. Key Points Covered: • Overview of Coury Holdings: o Coury Holdings’ history and evolution over 38 years. o Transition from developer and asset manag…
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Join your host Glenn as he takes you on an exciting tour of the Virgin Hotel Las Vegas with special guest Cliff Atkinson, the President of Virgin Hotel Las Vegas. In this episode, you will explore the remarkable changes and improvements made to the property. Walk along with Glenn and Cliff to learn about: • The integration of various elements to cr…
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Join us as we dive into the world of casino resort design with two industry experts! Discover Winstar, an incredible casino resort project in Thackerville, Oklahoma, led by the Chickasaw Nation and designed by HBG. We interview Rob Juergan, Principal and Architectural Designer at HBG Design and Ray Mabry, Principal and Dallas Office Leader Project …
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Elizabeth Mullins is COO of Flâneur Hospitality is a seasoned hotelier with a passion for luxury hospitality. She shares her journey from the Ritz-Carlton to leading a new boutique hotel in NYC. Discover what sets her hotel apart and her unique approach to creating unforgettable guest experiences at the Fifth Avenue Hotel. • Dive into the world of …
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Anna Blue(President of the AHLA Foundation, Lisa Cain(Co-founder and Managing Partner, Hospitality Internships), and Timothy Flohr(Co-founder and Managing Partner, Hospitality Internships) from the AHLA foundation are here to talk about getting young people into the industry and ways that Hospitality Internships can help open the door for the next …
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Peter Shaindlin, COO of Halekulani Corporation, discusses the importance of providing an iconic experience for guests and how luxury hospitality has evolved over time. In this interview you’ll hear: Halekulani is a 107-year-old hotel with a rich history and tradition of hospitality. Luxury hospitality is about more than just the physical amenities;…
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Today, we're diving into the dynamic world of hotel branding with Dean Winter from Swire Hotels. They're reimagining luxury with their East Hotel Miami, embracing a fresh "alt luxury" approach. Here's what's changing and why it matters: Evolution of East Hotels: Originally targeting corporate travelers, Swire Hotels recognized a shift in customer d…
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Jay Leonard, Complex GM of Wyndham Lake Buena Vista Resort Area Disney Springs, shares how he runs this complex at Walt Disney World, what challenges being near such an attraction brings, hurricanes, community involvement, and Jay's dedication to guest experience. Stay tuned for more insights and interviews on hospitality's leading show! 🎙️…
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Shannon McCallum, Vice President of Operations with Resorts World Las Vegas shares what it's like running the trio of hotels -- Las Vegas Hilton, Conrad Hotels & Resorts Las Vegas, and Crockfords -- at the casino resort. Plus, how the property continually evolves, the sharp rise of conventions, and a bit on leadership too.…
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Ashish Verma, Senior Vice President, Luxury Division, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt talks about how he under his leadership The Chatwal is now recognized among the top luxury boutique hotels, voted #1 of the 20 Best Hotels in New York City by Condé Nast Traveler in 2022 as well as one of the Best City Hotels in the Continental U.S. by Travel + Le…
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Ben Weinberg and Mike Weiss, Founders of Trailborn, are talking about how they have created unique hotel experiences in the great American outdoors. Each Trailborn hotel puts guests at the heart of the country’s most extraordinary outdoor destinations – from national parks to coastal cliffs, and snow-capped mountains to sun-soaked beaches. Trailbor…
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Last week at SonestaCon24 we had the chance to hear from Sonesta’s CBO Elizabeth Harlow and CMO Chris Trick about how the company will define itself to the consumer. We discuss giving their customers access to things you can’t buy with a relationship with Rolling Stone magazine, its rewards program and how they’re leveraging micro influencers.…
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We're at Wynn Studios in Las Vegas with Todd-Avery Lenahan, President and Chief Creative Officer with Wynn Resorts discussing the secrets of building the company's different projects such as the $3.9 billion under construction Wynn Al Marjam in UAE and the potential $12 billion NYC property.By No Vacancy News
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|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Zhara-Marie Mohansingh Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson In this episode, Zhara navigated loss and financial adversities. She went through her early part of high school navigating the different forms that the loss of her dad would've brought - or what she titled, 'daddy issues'. The mis…
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|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Scharlee Thompson Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson In this episode, Scharlee shares with us what it's like to me a Caribbean in a foreign country. Though she was more accustomed to friendly smiles and welcoming faces, she had to learn to adjust to a new world for her new journey. While…
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|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Aaliyah McKenzie Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson and Sherona McKenzie "Education was my main plan, my backup plan, and my backup backup's plan" - Aaliyah. Have you ever been stuck at a place where you feel like you've just lost your only chance at a successful future? How about being …
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|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Welton Bartley Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson and Sherona McKenzie Rev. Welton Bartley takes us on a journey like many of us have never seen before - the journey of a spiritually formidable young man. Today, Mr. Welton Bartley stands as a Minister of Religion, Community Service Chapl…
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It's a lesser talked about area of hospitality, but hospitality law is imperative to getting any deal done. With so much to cover from government ordinances, contracts, negotiations, and more we have one of the best in the business, Nelson Migdal joins us to talk about what to look for from the legal side of the business.…
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DISCLAIMER: We were facing some audio issues, so the audio is not as clear as it can be. |Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Venessa Cunningham D. Host: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson In this episode, Venessa takes us on a train ride to the USA. A place that looked promising at first, but proved to be much more trying than wh…
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"The Have Vans Will Travel Duo" Courtney and Gregory James have leveraged their passion for helping others with their mission to create a transportation company that addresses transportation challenges and barriers for underserved Forsyth County residents. As husband and wife, this awesome “have vans will travel duo” navigates their company, Suppor…
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DISCLAIMER: We were facing some audio issues, so the audio is not as clear as it can be. |Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Andrae Bewry Host: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson In this episode, we take a trip down memory lane with Andrae Bewry, as he takes us through the grief of losing his grandmother. As a 13 year old who had…
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Peter Ricci, Director, Florida Atlantic University, returns to talk about the state of education in the hospitality industry. Yesterday we talks programs more focused on real estate and investing, today we talk about the operation of the hotel. Have enrollment numbers started to stabilize? What are some ways that Peter has been showing the value of…
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Prof. Jan deRoos has taught as the HVS International Professor of Hotel Finance and Real Estate at the SC Johnson College of Business and the Nolan School of Hotel Administration at Cornell University. He shares what professionals must do to break into the off-property part of the hotel business. How much of the education translates to the real wor…
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Michael Shindler of Four Corners Advisors educates Glenn and Dr. Producer Suzanne on the intricacies of what happened between Choice and Wyndham, a class action lawsuit against CoStar/STR and many hotel brands we all know (this is CRAZY), and interesting insight into Barry Sternlicht's different businesses.…
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We'll be at Hunter Hotel Investment Conference March 19-21. Will you? Today, we're talking to Lee Hunter and Teague Hunter about why YOU need to be there with us. Here's two reason: Anthony Capuano, Marriott's CEO and Ed Bastien, Delta's CEO. And a bonus reason, celebrating industry icon Bob Hunter. Plus I'll be hosting an amazing brand/owners pane…
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|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson Takiece Nelson Zavaughna James February 2024 Newsletter Review In this episode were did a brief overview of the newsletter. Here are the main take aways: Many times it is difficult for us to pinpoint the exact reason why we are stressed, which makes it difficu…
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|Brewing Resilience and Sipping Strength, One Cup at a Time Guest: Jordan SimpsonHost: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson, Zavaughna JamesJordan Simpson is no stranger to adversity, and has always been a resilient person - even in the midst of adversity.Jordan Simpson is a Diskjoc, Graphic Designer, and Music Producer. In this episode, Mr. Simpson shared with …
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Hosts: Tamra Douglas-Atkinson Takiece Nelson Zavaughna James January 2024 Newsletter Review In this episode were did a brief overview of the newsletter. Here are the main take aways: Not many children/adolescents are aware of the risks to developing Cervical Cancer because of them not being adequately exposed to the facts. HPV vaccination is free a…
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