811: How to Really Connect with Younger Staff
Robin Kirk, President and Partner at Maverick Hotels and Restaurants, discusses looking towards in 2024.
Nov 03, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 7Ep. 811
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810: The Importance of Mentoring
Ben Reinberg, Founder of I Own It, joins to talk about mentoring. Why does he find it important to help others and why is it important for people to find a good mentor? How can people be sure they found the right mentor?
Nov 02, 2023•49 min•Season 7Ep. 810
808: No Vacancy Goes to Jail
Happy Halloween! Glenn and Producer Dave investigate Halloween Horror House and chat with the GM of Philadeplphia's Halloween Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary. We explore the SPIRIT of Hospitality at this unique attraction.
Oct 31, 2023•25 min•Season 7Ep. 808
Hilton Breaks Ground on First Project H3 Extended Stay Hotel Brand
Hilton broke ground on the first ever Project H3 extended stay hotel brand (official name coming soon!). Brand leader Isaac Lake shares some critical details about the property, the brand and how they got shovels in the ground just five months after announcing the brand. Kudos to Bharat Patel , CEO of Sun Companies for taking the plunge as first franchisee. Thanks to our amazing partners ZEL Capital Partners -- the sale-leaseback guys -- for supporting this video. Leverage your exisiting portfol...
Oct 28, 2023•3 min
FNA 115: It's a Tipsy Halloween!
The only thing scarier than Halloween is another episode of Friday Night audit! Ghoul Glenn, Cryptkeeper Craig and Dead and Loving It Dave celebrate the holiday weekend with the anything but frightening Jessica Janis!
Oct 27, 2023•58 min•Season 7Ep. 3
IHI Hospitality Hall of Fame Announces First Ever Inductees
It's time to celebrate those that have transformed the modern hotel business. It was such an honor to hel select the Inaugural inductees to the International Hospitality Institute's Hall of Fame! The list of living inductees includes: *Richard Branson *Marylin Carlson Nelson *Sheila Johnson *David Kong *Bill Marriott *Danny Meyer *Ian Schrager *Horst Schulze *Isadore Sharp *Barry Sternlicht Congrats to everyone!!!!...
Oct 27, 2023•5 min
807: No Vacancy Free For All
Guest didn't show, so we're spitballing today.
Oct 26, 2023•40 min•Season 7Ep. 807
806: Designing Australia's First Moxy
The first Moxy Hotels in Australia was designed by MAED. COLLECTIVE . Corinne Huard and Cherie Stinson share what went into bringing this amazing brand to a new continent on other side of the world from their Toronto based studio....
Oct 25, 2023•42 min•Season 7Ep. 806
805: Industry Predictions for 2024 with CoStar's Freitag
Jan Freitag is back to update on current numbers and CoStar is seeing in 2024. What are some areas that hoteliers should be paying attention to going into the new year?
Oct 24, 2023•37 min•Season 7Ep. 805
Bonus! Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar!
Baha Mar is a massive Las Vegas style mega resort in the Bahamas. We have a wide ranging discussion with Baha Mar President Graeme Davis about the $5 billion dollar resort's trio of hotels, its major meeting facilities, largest casino in the country, its F&B program and lots more.
Oct 22, 2023•30 min
804: Living the Dream Running Dream Hollywood
Vaughn Davis, CEO of Relevant Hospitality and Managing Director of Dream Hollywood, discusses his road to success and how he went from bellman to GM in less that 8 years. Plus, lots more great insights.
Oct 21, 2023•53 min•Season 7Ep. 804
Bonus: Tackling Staffing Shortages and Rising Costs
Glenn hosts another Hot Topics session for our friends at Hotel Business Magazine. The panel features Jason Reader, EVP, operations, Remington Hospitality; Justin Jabara, president, Meyer Jabara Hotels; Thomas Penny, president, Donohoe Hospitality; John Murray, president/CEO, Sonesta International Hotels; and Moneesh Arora, CEO, Unifocus....
Oct 20, 2023•59 min
803: Innovation and The TSA
The TSA is hard at work to continue to develop innovative tech to help keep travelers safe while getting them through security in the most efficient way possible. Steven Parker, Chief Innovation Officer for the TSA, walks us through what they are working on, both domestically and with international partners.
Oct 18, 2023•50 min
What it's Like Being Motel 6 Brand Steward
When I attended the G6 Hospitality LLC hospitality conference last week, I spoke with Chief Brand Officer Adam Cannon about his responsibility beig the stweard of an iconic American brand and how he strives to preserve its essence while ensuring relevency to modern travelers.
Oct 14, 2023•5 min
FNA 114: Showing off Our Interior Images
If Andrea Depew of Interior Image Group could design the perfect podcast, it wouldn't include Glenn, Craig and Producer Dave. Fortunately we won't let her. Gran a cocktail and join us for some happy hour laughs!
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 114
Bonus: The Power of Branded Partnerships
Celebrating our relationship with our own branded partnership, Glenn hosts this Hot Topics session for our friends at Hotel Business Magazine. Learn why pairing up with the right brands helps hoteliers increase revenue while simultaneously lowering operating costs. Glenn Haussman hosts along with our expert panel featuring Red Roof’s Matthew Hostetler , AAHOA’s Heather Carnes , Red Roof’s Robert Goad , Hotel Owner Mayuri Patel and Lodging Econometrics’ Bruce Ford....
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 1 min
802: Thomas Penny's State of the Industry
Thomas Penny, President of Donohoe Hospitality Services, gives us an update on how sees the current climate in the industry. What are some of the key topics he's focusing on as we wrap 2023?
Oct 12, 2023•53 min•Season 7Ep. 802
801: Hospitality Investment Opportunities Revealed!
Michael Shindler of Four Corners Advisors is always at the forefront of hospitality. We discuss the state of hotel investments, the overall hotel business environment and more in order to see where the best hospitality opportunities are fund. Plu, we get word on a new strategic alliance with RLA Global and Global Branded Residences.
Oct 11, 2023•49 min•Season 7Ep. 801
800: No Vacancy Hits 800! Plus, Starting Second Career Chapters
It's our 800th episode and Mike Stengel is back to talk about the continued passion to learn and grow. After accomplishing as much as anyone during his career in hospitality he's turned his attention to making an impact on new industries and he tells us what that's been like.
Oct 11, 2023•54 min•Season 7Ep. 800
Hilton Opens First Ever Spark by Hilton Economy Hotels - Here's what it's about
The first Spark by Hilton -- Hilton's foray into upscale economy -- is open!!!! I stayed last night for the grand opening and grabbed Alissa Klees, their brand leader, to share more about the brand essentials. #hotels #hospitality #hotelier #spark
Oct 11, 2023•5 min
AAHOA on THAT Potential NJ Legislation
OK!! I had the chance to connect with AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel and President/CEO Laura Lee Blake as promised on how they view bill (A1958/S3165) in NJ. Here's how they see it. How do you see it?
Oct 09, 2023•9 min
AHLA on THAT Potential NJ Legislation
There's been lots of discussion (under statement!) around a specific proposed bill (A1958/S3165) in NJ. The American Hotel & Lodging Association contends it'd destroy the hotel franchising model as we know it, and more. I spoke with AHLA President & CEO William "Chip" Rogers" to get a better understanding why the association is fighting against bill passage. How do you see it? Thanks to Unifocus , technology that drives value, for supporting this video.
Oct 09, 2023•5 min
Alternative Lodging Surges into Hospitality Spotlight
Alternative types are lodging are on the rise. But what does it really mean, any why are these hotels becoming popular. During The Lodging Conference Christopher Henry, CAHTA, ISHC, CEO, of Majestic Hospitality Group shares how he sees it. Thanks to Unifocus , technology that drives value, for supporting this video.
Oct 09, 2023•4 min
G6 Hospitality's Chief Development Officers on 2023 Deal Pipeline
While at G6 Hospitality LLC's annual conference this week, I got a development upate from Tina Burnett G6's Chief Development Officer. They expect to do 120 deals this!
Oct 08, 2023•3 min
FNA 113: Unlucky 113
Glenn is at Margaritaville in Nassau Bahamas, and wants to make sure Craig and Producer Dave are very annoyed they're not with him too.
Oct 08, 2023•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 113
799: Living the Four Seasons Private Residences Lux Life
Paul White is Senior Vice President, Residential Development, Marketing and Sales, Four Seasons, and an expert in the luxury residential space. He'll discuss essential trends you need to know such as the unique benefits of living in a branded residence, wellness, offerings and amenities for affluent remote workersm the increased demand for multi-functional spaces and more!
Oct 06, 2023•51 min•Season 7Ep. 799
G6 President /CEO Julie Arrowsmith
We're at G6's annual conference where I spoke with President and CEO Julie Arrowsmith about the state of the company, how the brand is achieving actionable insights though data, and lots more too.
Oct 04, 2023•17 min
Conversion Hotels Thurst Into Development Spotlight
Conversion brand opportunity continues its rise to dominate development. Tom Nee at Choice Hotels International notes the company has 22 brands, 19 of which accept converted properties. Here's the scoop why these hotels are returnign to the development spotlight. Recorded during The Lodging Conference. Thanks to ZEL Capital Partners for supporting this video! #hotels #travel #investment #Hotelfranchise #hospitality
Oct 01, 2023•4 min
ESA's Juceam on 'Select Suites' Reaching 100 Property Milestone
Conversion brand opportunity continues its rise to dominate development. Tom Nee at Choice Hotels International notes the company has 22 brands, 19 of which accept converted properties. Here's the scoop why these hotels are returnign to the development spotlight. Recorded during The Lodging Conference . Thanks to ZEL Capital Partners for supporting this video! #hotels #travel #investment #Hotelfranchise #hospitality...
Oct 01, 2023•3 min
FNA 112: We Got This Show in The Baig!
Former hotelier Haroon Baig questions why he chose to do a show with Glenn, Craig and Producer Dave while sipping cocktails.
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 112
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