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Teague Talks Podcast

Teague Hunter, President and CEO of Hunter Hotel Advisors, created Teague Talks in 2020 to connect and educate the hospitality industry in a time of unparalleled uncertainty. Today, Teague Talks continues to bring our industry together and inspire the next generation of hospitality leaders with monthly episodes featuring industry leaders and exclusive hotel tours through the addition of accompanying YouTube video series, Teague Walks. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode. You can learn more about Hunter Hotel Advisors at hunterhotels.net.
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Episodes

Teague Talks with Evan Weiss, Co-Founder, Principal, & COO of LW Hospitality Advisors

It's never a dull moment when we get a chance to catch up with our good friend, Evan Weiss, Co-Founder, Principal & COO of LWHA. Evan hits the nail on the head when it comes to the current state of transactions, banking, and lending. Tune in to this week's entertaining episode of Teague Talks to hear Evan's latest synopsis of the industry and his predictions for the remainder of 2023.

May 05, 202327 minEp. 74

Teague Talks with Main Street

Join Teague as he takes the main stage at the HUNTER Conference for one of the most popular general sessions, Main Street Talks. These experts share their perspectives on how rising interest rates, inflation, lingering labor shortages and other issues are currently impacting their bottom line.

Apr 21, 202342 minEp. 73

Teague Talks with Wall Street

Teague is joined by some of the industry's top REIT's and investors for one of the most popular sessions held each year at the HUNTER Conference, Wall Street Talks . Experts discuss where they have seen success in recent years, and how they expect to create and maintain value in 2023 and beyond.

Apr 14, 202340 minEp. 72

Teague Talks with Chet Pipkin, Founder & Executive Chairman of Belkin

Teague Talks with Chet Pipkin, Founder & Executive Chairman of Belkin. Pipkin shares what the beginnings of the consumer electronics company looked like in his parents' garage, and how he combined his extensive background in technology with his latest eco-friendly hotel resort in Lake Tahoe, the Desolation Hotel.

Mar 03, 202342 minEp. 71

Teague Talks with John Murray, President & CEO of Sonesta

Teague Talks with John Murray, President & CEO of Sonesta. Spanning across three continents, Sonesta is now the 8th largest hotel company in the world with 16 brands consisting of 1200 hotels. Tune in to hear John share his journey to Sonesta, where the company is headed, and his thoughts going into 2023.

Jan 17, 202337 minEp. 70

Teague Talks with Mit Shah, CEO of Noble Investment Group

Teague Talks with Mit Shah, Founder & CEO of Noble Investment Group. Mit provides overall strategic guidance for the Noble organization and heads its investment committee. Tune in to the latest episode of Teague Talks to hear Mr. Shah share Noble's goals for 2023 and the outlook they have going into the new year.

Jan 09, 202334 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Teague Talks with Kevin Osterhaus, President of Graduate Hotels

Kevin Osterhaus joined Graduate Hotels as President just over a year ago. He stepped into the role as the brand calibrated for incredible growth, with plans to open four hotels in 2023. Osterhaus shares with Teague what it takes to build a successful brand, the importance of nostalgia when creating connections, and where Graduate Hotels is going next.

Nov 21, 202233 minEp. 69

Teague Talks with Norman Radow, Founder & CEO of The RADCO Companies

Norman Radow, Founder & CEO of The RADCO Companies, has spent decades amassing an impressive multifamily real estate portfolio, but his latest big bet is on hospitality. In this latest episode, Norman shares with Teague why he believes "the next year or two may be the greatest buying opportunity since 11 years ago."

Oct 24, 202245 minEp. 68

Teague Talks with Brad Rahinsky, President & CEO of Hotel Equities

Since stepping into the role of President & CEO of Hotel Equities in 2017, Brad Rahinsky has grown the company through a series of strategic alliances. With 250+ hotels now under management, Rahinsky shares with Teague what it's like to operate hotels today and why he's "bullish" on 2023.

Oct 17, 202233 minEp. 67

Teague Talks with Todd Turner, Founder & CEO of OTO Development

Todd Turner put the T in OTO Development, helping to found the company now known for its strong select-service position in urban cores nationwide. Following the passing of his dear friend, Corry Oakes, Todd Turner assumed the role of CEO. In this latest episode, Turner shares with Teague how he remembers his oldest friend and how he plans to honor Oakes' legacy through his leadership of OTO.

Sep 19, 202230 minEp. 66

Teague Talks with Tom McLeay, President of Clarity Development Company

From the historic Schimmel Ballroom of the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel, Teague Talks with Tom McLeay, President of Clarity Development Company. Following an exclusive tour of McLeay's first hotel, Teague and McLeay sit down for this extended conversation about development, history, and, of course, the Reuben sandwich. In case you missed it, watch 'Teague Walks the Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel' here .

Sep 12, 202224 minEp. 65

Teague Talks with DJ Rama, President & CEO of Auro Hotels

Teague Talks with Mitch Patel, President & CEO of Vision Hospitality Group, about spirituality, family, storytelling, and advice for the next generation of developers. In case you missed it, watch Teague and DJ tour the AC Hotel Greenville in the latest episode of Teague Walks: https://bit.ly/3zlXjiT

Aug 01, 202226 minEp. 64

Teague Talks with Mitch Patel, President & CEO of Vision Hospitality Group

Following a private tour of his first boutique hotel, The Edwin in Chattanooga, Mitch Patel, President & CEO of Vision Hospitality Group, sat down with our host, Teague Hunter, for an extended interview about all things hospitality. Mitch shares his current experience with the market, where he believes our industry is heading, and what he has learned about storytelling through the development of The Edwin.

Jul 11, 202231 minEp. 63

Teague Talks with Thom Geshay, CEO of Davidson Hospitality Group

Teague Talks with new CEO of Davidson Hospitality Group, Thom Geshay. From hotel DJ to CEO, Thom shares his wisdom on everything from flipping a dance floor to leadership. He also provides the next generation with some practical career advice for climbing the corporate ladder.

Jan 14, 202240 minEp. 56

Teague Talks with Chip Rogers, President and CEO of AHLA

Teague Talks is back! It’s only fitting we return with our old friend and President & CEO of AHLA, Chip Rogers. Teague Talks infrastructure, inflation, travel, and more with Chip. Above all, we hear how the politics of Washington could impact our industry in the coming weeks.

Nov 19, 202116 minEp. 54

Teague Talks with Wall Street

Teague Talks this week is featuring the Wall Street Panel from this year's Hunter Hotel Investment Conference . Listen to Michael Medzigian , Neil H. Shah , R. Tyler Morse, and Scott Trebilco discuss their unique viewpoint on investment and how they plan to grow post-COVID....

Jun 14, 202152 minSeason 1Ep. 50
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