579: Embracing The Adaption Mindset
Industry expert and author Sean Worker returns for a vibrant discussion on the state of adaption and innovation in hospitality. We also discuss The Adapters, which Glenn helped write.

Industry expert and author Sean Worker returns for a vibrant discussion on the state of adaption and innovation in hospitality. We also discuss The Adapters, which Glenn helped write.
On March 14, 2020 we first introduced you to Dr. Ronald Primas. It was the dawn of the covid crisis. He's also the guy hotels go to when guests are sick. Now we catch up with him as the crisis abates and learn how he managed the crisis and what he learned.
We're joined by the amazing, most pineapple-y lady we know, Christine Trippi, The Wise Pineapple. Grab a drink -- with pineapple juice, perhaps? -- and join in on the laughs with Glenn, Craig and Producer Dave.
It's another opportunity for YOU to get involved with the show. Viewers have control, put your questions in the comments for Anthony and Glenn to answer on air.
Chip Rogers stops by to give us some quick news and then don't be left in the shadows on this show, when we start with the CEO & President of the AH&LA Chip Rogers. We will get a better understanding of the new No Room for Trafficking campaign that kicks off this month. Then Nancy Medoff, author, keynot3, speaker, and executive coach will chat with us in celebration of last week's, National Speak Up and Stand Out day. Nancy will share some of her tips for women to amplify their voices an...
February is Black History Month and no better time to recognize Black leaders in the industry. Julian Tucker(GM) and Terrance Frederick(Director of Sales, Events, and Marketing) and the Andaz West Hollywood join the show to talk about what Black History means to them and how it helps them in their daily life.
Roger Dow, President & CEO, of the U.S. Travel Association joins us to talk about the work he's continued to do for the industry, as well as his impending retirement from the organization. We discuss state of covid mandates, airports rebuilding, the importance of international travelers, why the USA has no cabinet level tourism position and more.
What an amazing group of drinkers we have tonight. Glenn and Craig are joined by Bruce Ford, Producer Dave, Doctor Producer Suzanne, Stephen Medel and Sarah Dandashy.
Tim Sullivan is the CEO of Cendyn, which just merged with Pegasus. They discuss hotel tech company consolidation, where hotel tech is headed and what hoteliers must think about to fully compete.
Bruce Ford, SVP of Lodging Econometrics, and Craig Sullivan of CLIC (and more) share their thoughts on the state of hospitality after the ALIS conference, the first big hotel financial conference in 2022.
We last spoke with Limbert this past August, now he returns to update us on the company including how they've hit record room count, how he sees opportunity in 2022 and how the company is handling the soaring costs of labor and supplies.
Matt Marquis, CEO of Pacifica Hotels shares his success strategy while educating hoteliers on how they can create more opportunity. We're broadcasting live from the Wayfarer Hotel in downtown LA, a Pacifica Hotels property.
Tonight's a show to remember! We have Liz Wolff and Harry Javer, the masterminds behind The Lodging Conference. Join Glenn, Craig and Producer Dave as we kick back some cocktails and share some stories, laughs and more!
Sarah Dandashy shares where the real spirit of hospitality comes from and how it can be turned into creating a vibrant hotel business. Glenn and Anthony also celebrate Sarah publishing here book, "Hospitality From Within."
Daniel del Olmo , President & COO of Sage Hotel Management, shares how his award winning leadership style has transcended the industry, helping lead his company forward through the pandemic. Of course we discuss #laborshortages and more.
Tony Elenis, President & CEO, of the Ontario Restaurant Hotel and Motel Association joins with an update us on how our neighbors to the north have been recovering and the 2022 outlook.
Start your weekend off right with Glenn, Craig, Producer Dave and their guest Jackie Collins as the crew ushers in the weekend. Join us for happy hour fun capturing the vibe of being at the bar after the conference. Share this show!
Chris Green, CEO of Chesapeake Hospitality returns to share the straight scoop. This is a wide ranging conversation touching on myriad problems affecting the current state of hotels as well as long term solutions. The crew focuses on employee crisis, how great professionals fled the hotel business, the drop in hotel school students, the current state of events, omicron and more!
The Host Co. is helping short term rental owners add some of the best amenities to their offers. How can owners personalize their offerings to help stand out? Annie Sloan and Mikel Hubbard join to talk about how they can add value for everyone involved.
Alan Day from Autism Autism Double-Checked and David Kearon from Autism Speaks join the show to talk about hoteliers can look towards people with Autism as prospective employees that are ready and willing to work and serve others. Is this demographic underserved in hospitality and can it help end the labor shortage? Plus, AAHOA Chair Vinay Patel speaks out about human trafficking and what hoteliers can do to prevent it.
The beautiful island of Dominica sits in the Caribbean and is ready to welcome expanded tourism. Ambassador Kelver Darroux joins the show to talk about his wonderful country, how they are working to expand tourism, and why now is a great time to develop there with exciting government sponsored investment programs.
We're sorry not sorry, but Friday Night is Back! Glenn, Craig and Dave are joined by guest Jessica Janis who's forcing the guys to drink tequila. I know, pity them! ;-)
President of Curator Hotels, Jennifer Barnwell, rejoins the show to let us know about the exciting things happening at the company as they start their second year. What trends are they seeing and what are their goals for 2022?
No guest today. Instead, Glenn and Anthony discuss careers, self betterment and ways to create a more successful career. Do not confuse this with a better job, we're talking careers!
Brian Barker, Endowed Chair of Diversity Equity & Inclusion, at FIU joins the show to talk about how hospitality as an industry can continue to drive forward diversity in 2022 and beyond. It starts with education and standing out to younger generations.
No guest today. Glenn and Anthony spend the last show of the year talking to you the viewers. Leave your questions in the comment section.
Has the pandemic changed what people want in a hotel from a design standpoint? Belinda O'Kelly from O'Kelly Kasprak joins us to talk about emerging trends and what the future holds for hotel designs.
David Martin from Humanist Hospitality shares how this third party management company is reinventing how hoteliers think about team, in fact every employee at receives profit participation. And a whole lot more too such as training, engagement and winning back trust.
The Study hotels are boutique properties designed to be on university campuses. Paul McGowan, founder, joins us to talk about how he has developed the brand, the market the brand is reaching, and what goes into developing college campus themed properties.
Mark Irgang is President of the Long Island Hospitality Association/Director of Membership-Skal USA, and Opening GM-Marriott New York JFK Airport Hotel with Chartwell Hospitality. We enjoy (or is that imbibe?) the holiday spirit(s), share some funny holiday stories and celebrate the end of 2021!!