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The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela is a podcast about the boutique hospitality community and how its top industry executives and leaders stay up-to-date on the best innovative trends in boutique hotels all around the world. Episodes feature candid conversations with visionaries discussing new philosophies, ideas and innovations in the hospitality industry, primarily, the Boutique Hotel Community.
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Healing Spaces: Creating a Wellness Sanctuary with Diana Stobo
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Episode Summary: In this episode, Diana Stobo, a pioneering chef and advocate for wellness and healthy living, shares her transformative journey from a raw food advocate to a wellness real estate pioneer in Costa Rica. Diana discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a wellness hotel focused on healing modalities and the philosophy of "slumm…
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Behind Boutique: The Story of Mac&Lo's Hospitality Mastery
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Episode Summary: In this riveting episode of The Unfamiliar Shift, Ariela engages with Audrey Laurent and Sergio MacLean, the visionary principals of Mac&Lo Hospitality. The duo dives into their unique approach to curating immersive and impactful guest experiences, drawing from their diverse cultural backgrounds and deep artistic roots. From initia…
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From Imagination to Innovation: The Art of Hotel Entrepreneurship and Creative Branding with Cory Schisler
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[Episode Summary] In this episode of "The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela," host Ariela Kiradjian is joined by industry expert Cory Schisler to dive into the world of authentic hotel and restaurant brand building. Cory shares his insights, experiences, and valuable advice on creating unique and successful hospitality ventures. From a luxury boutique h…
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Lark Hotels CEO's Secrets to Scaling Success
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Summary: In this episode of The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela, Lark Hotels CEO Peter Twachtman takes us on a journey into the world of bespoke hospitality and immersive stays. From scaling a hospitality company with integrity to navigating the evolving landscape of boutique hotels, the discussion touches upon key insights and challenges in the indus…
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Creative Spaces, Creative Minds: Jersey Banks on Hotel Entrepreneurship
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Episode Summary: In this episode of Creative Spaces, Creative Minds: Jersey Banks on Hotel Entrepreneurship, we dive into the world of boutique hotels, dynamic branding, and the art of hospitality. Jersey discusses her journey from artist to hospitality entrepreneur, the impact of social media on her business, and the evolution of her unique brand.…
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Bridging Cultures: Andrew Miele's Innovative Approach to Wellness Tourism
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Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of wellness tourism with Andrew Miele, the CEO of Nomade People. We explore Andrew's unique leadership journey in the hospitality industry, his vision for conscious hospitality, and how he seamlessly blends spirituality and business to redefine the guest…
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Reviving History: The Tale of New Orleans' Boutique Hotels
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Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the world of boutique hospitality with Nathalie Jordi, exploring her unique career path from ice pops to the development of boutique hotels in New Orleans. Join us as we uncover the story behind the creation of the Hotel Peter and Paul, delve into the challenges of hotel development, and discuss the im…
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Shaping Luxury Hospitality with Arnaud Zannier
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Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Unfamiliar Shift, Ariela Kiradjian dives deep into the world of boutique hospitality with the illustrious Arnaud Zannier, the founder of Zannier Hotels. Known for their unique luxury hotel experiences worldwide, from Cambodia to Namibia, Zannier Hotels stand out with their emphasis on simplicity, aut…
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Embracing Sustainable Luxury and Wellness in Hospitality with Charlotte Gomez de Orozco
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In this enlightening first episode of season two, Charlotte Gomez de Orozco, the visionary founder of HOY Hotel Paris, delves into the intricate blend of sustainable luxury and wellness that defines her hotel's ethos. She also unpacks the unique yoga-centric hotel concept thriving in the heart of Paris. With a special focus on holistic wellness and…
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The Brand Experience with James Bermingham
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James Bermingham is responsible for delivering Virgin Hotel’s global growth, operational excellence, multi-award-winning customer experience, and unique culture. But where did he get his start? Well, James began his career in his hometown of Dublin, Ireland, followed by ten years in London, England, including executive roles with ITT Sheraton Corpo…
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Authentic Attention to Detail with Kevin O'Shea
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Kevin O’Shea is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Salt Hotels. After graduating from the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design, Kevin pursued a career in the corporate hotel design world. From working with Starwood Hotels and Resorts to Morgans Hotel Group, he strengthened his passion for interior design with every project that came …
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Revitalizing Architectural Gems with Carolyn Schneider
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Carolyn grew up in sunny Los Angeles and graduated from New York University. After working in New York City nightlife and restaurants, it was not long before she fell in love with hotels and started managing Events at Ace Hotel New York. From there, she joined the team at Vikram Chatwal Collection in New York, bringing her sales and marketing skill…
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Katherine “Kat” Lo is the Founder & President of Eaton Workshop. Born in Hong Kong, Kat Lo is a next-generation leader, driven by her moral compass and committed to reimagining the future of hospitality for the betterment of the people and the planet. In 2011, Kat joined her family business in hospitality, and just a few years later, her father app…
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Sarah Sklash is a passionate Motelier and Co-Founder of The June Motel. You may recognize Sarah as half of the iconic duo who starred in Motel Makeover, a Netflix series that followed their renovation of The June Sauble Beach. Through light-hearted and sincere episodes, Sarah and her Co-Founder, April Brown, painted a beautiful picture of how their…
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Based in New York City, Ernest Lee has an extensive range of business experience in investments, real estate, finance, strategy, and even operations. It’s safe to say, in the bustling “City That Never Sleeps”, he is truly doing it all. As the Chief Growth Officer for the famous citizenM Hotels, Ernest is responsible for implementing new growth init…
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Authenticity and Culture with Brian Cooke
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Brian began his career with Ritz-Carlton but quickly transitioned into boutique lifestyle hotels as a manager with The James brand in Miami. After launching the re-branded James Royal Palm property, Brian then made his way to New York to manage The James Hotel in Soho NYC. His experience in the New York Market was growing by the day, and Brian was …
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Do All The Good That You Can with Raul Leal
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Raul Leal is a seasoned professional in the boutique hospitality industry who understands and embodies the boutique lifestyle to a T. Forward thinking and self driven, Raul is an influential executive with a successful track record of creating powerful brands that infuse character, sophistication and excitement in every element from unique design t…
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Welcome to The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela, the Boutique Lifestyle Leaders Association Hospitality show.. This is a podcast about the boutique hospitality community and how its top industry executives and leaders stay up to date on the best innovative trends in boutique hotels all around the world. Each season Ariela will bring her favorite vision…
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