LODGING On Demand

In this episode, LODGING’s Senior Editor Robin McLaughlin met with Emily O'Leary, senior director, BOH category optimization and centralization at Foodbuy, and Jennifer Pressley-Watts, vice president, category management at Foodbuy. They shared valuable insights into the supply chain challenges hotels face, strategies for maintaining cost efficiency, and practical advice for hoteliers seeking to enhance their procurement strategy in today's hospitality industry. ing

In this episode LODGING Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler catches up with Justin Jabara, president/CEO, Meyer Jabara Hotels, and Ben Campbell, president/CEO, Hospitality America. The c-level hotel executives weigh in on the current management landscape and some of the leading challenges ranging from rising operating costs to a stalled transactions market. The pair also offer their growth projections for the year ahead.

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses what to expect in 2025 from an industry perspective with Eric Jacobs, chief global growth officer, Aimbridge Hospitality, and Michael Blank, principal, Woodmont Lodging. The veteran duo offer their projections on what they expect to drive growth in the year ahead, as well as how recent economic and political events continue to shape current conditions.  

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler meets with Joseph Bojanowski, President of PM Hotel Group and Kirk Peterson, President of Sightline Hospitality to discuss the recent merger between the two Companies. The company leaders explain how the deal came together and detail some of the potential benefits. The discussion also provides some color on how the newly merged companies will be integrated together in the coming weeks and months.

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses ESLA's upcoming Extended Stay Development & Operations Workshop Series with Doug Artusio of the Extended Stay Lodging Association and Dellisart, LLC; Cindy Estis Green of Kalibri Labs; and Matt Hostetler, chief development officer at Red Roof. The trio of hospitality executives detail what they see as some of the key differentiators for the event as well as the value proposition for attendees.

Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses the recent interest rate cuts with Brian Quinn (Chief Development Officer, Sonesta International Hotels Corporation) and Tim Muir (Chief Development Officer, TPG Hotels & Resorts) and their potential impact on transactions. The development veterans also address new build activity and what they see ahead for the rest of the year and for ’25.

In this episode of LODGING On Demand, Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler sits down with Monika Nessbach, Principal & Chief Creative Officer at DESIGNBAR and Peter Mack, Founder & CEO of Collective Retreats on some of the latest trends, best practices, and strategies in sustainability within both traditional hotels and nature-based properties. The duo also discusses how the U.S. lodging industry has fared relative to other countries and where those efforts can be enhanced going forward. Thanks […]

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler talks with a trio of hotel industry veterans about their outlook on the lodging industry for the second half of ’24, as well as current industry conditions. Isaac Collazo, VP, analytics, STR; Charles Oswald, president/CEO, Aperture Hotels; Kerry Ranson, president, operations, Raines discuss a range of topics, including economic and geopolitical issues, interest rates and group business trends. Brought to you by Cintas | http://www.cintas.com

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses current transaction activity within the lodging landscape and the economic factors that are impacting deals with Kevin Davis and Dan Lesser. The finance veterans also offer their projections on what they expect to drive deal activity heading into the second half of 2024 and into 2025. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor Entegra. https://info.entegraps.com/l/789523/2023-12-15/5ds38m

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses the third-party hotel management landscape with newly appointed Aimbridge CEO Craig Smith. The industry veteran—whose resume includes a lengthy tenure with Marriott International—also details the recent reorganization he spearheaded, the company's operating ethos, and its prospects for growth going forward. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor Entegra. https://info.entegraps.com/l/789523/2023-12-15/5ds38m

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses the hotel management landscape with a pair of long-time hotel executives. Tom Luersen, president, CoralTree Hospitality; James Hansen, chief development officer, OTH Hotels & Resorts, discuss a number of factors impacting operations such as rate management, technology upgrades and creating the right culture. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor Entegra. https://info.entegraps.com/l/789523/2023-12-15/5ds38m

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses some of the current supply chain challenges with a pair of operations executives from prominent industry management firms. Jason LaBarge of SVP at Raines and Tom Sprankle, VP of Operations at Twenty Four Seven Hotels. The discussion details best practices and strategies for operators to source product efficiently for various renovation and new construction projects. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor Entegra. https://info.entegraps.com/l/789523/2023-12-15/5ds38m

In this episode, LODGING Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler brings together three long-time research experts to discuss their projections for the year ahead. The panel weighs in on key industry fundamentals, current economic conditions, and the hotel pipeline within the U.S., among other things. Participants: Amanda Hite, President, STR Rachael Rothman, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics, CBRE JP Ford, SVP, Lodging Econometrics. Thanks to this episode's sponsor Entegra. https://info.entegraps.com/l/789523/2023-12-15/5ds38m

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief, Dennis Nessler sits down with Gary Gray, chief investment officer, Twenty Four Seven Hotels. Gray weighs in on a handful of key industry issues—such as labor, rising interest rates and development challenges—while detailing some of the strategies that have helped Twenty Four Seven carve its niche within the third-party management ranks.

Thanks to this episode's sponsor Entegra. In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler catches up with leaders from three of the hospitality industry's largest and longest-standing events to discuss the current state of business travel. The trio also address some of their respective experiences during COVID and how they navigated the challenges of reduced business travel, as well as some of their projections for the industry going forward. Participants: Jeff Higley | President, The BHN Group (ALIS Conference) Lee Hunter | Chairman, Hunter Hotel Conference Brent Tinter | VP of Sponsorships & Logistics, The Lodging Conference

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief, Dennis Nessler catches up with Glen Greenawalt to discuss the ongoing labor crisis in the lodging industry, and some of the potential staffing solutions that are available. Greenawalt also discusses some of the macroeconomic challenges that exist and are likely to impact the overall labor situation in the months ahead.

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief, Dennis Nessler catches up with Aditya Thyagarajan of Hotel Key to discuss a number of key hotel technology trends and services. Thyagarajan emphasizes the importance of the integration of various tech platforms to work together, the movement to cloud-based products, and the increased ease of use within many technology offerings.

Ryan Rivett, president and CEO, My Place Hotels, sits down with LODGING Editor-in-chief Dennis Nessler during the recent Lodging Conference. Rivett details the company's growth prospects, the current competitive landscape in the extended-stay segment, and some unique points of differentiation for My Place.

LODGING Editor-in-chief Dennis Nessler catches up with David Pepper, chief development officer, Choice Hotels International, during the recent Lodging Conference for a brief one-on-one interview. Pepper discusses the ongoing integration of Radisson within the company, its extended-stay portfolio, and the power of the Choice family of brands and loyalty program.

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief, Dennis Nessler spends 10 minutes with Anthony Capuano, president and CEO of Marriott International, to discuss several key hospitality issues, such as the need for immigration reform, current industry fundamentals, and his overall outlook for '24. Capuano also details Marriott's new extended-stay brand StudioRes and offers his perspective on the company's recent licensing agreement with MGM Resorts.

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief, Dennis Nessler spends 10 minutes with Alex Kirkwood, CEO of the Kirkwood Collection to discuss a handful of industry issues such as driving rate, managing the labor crisis and the current economic headwinds. Kirkwood also chronicles the continued expansion of his company's luxury boutique brand throughout California and reveals some aggressive growth plans for the future.

LODGING Magazine recently hosted a virtual roundtable discussion with a number of leading owner/operators, as well as a prominent procurement firm. Entitled “Prioritizing Profitability,” these hospitality executives discuss a wide range of topics from the importance of driving rate and leveraging scale to managing labor and supply chain challenges. Sponsored by Entegra

Robert Stevenson, CEO, Intelity, sits down with LODGING editor-in-chief Dennis Nessler to discuss some of the top operational challenges for hotel owners and operators. Stevenson also details ways to enhance the guest experience, as well as reducing labor-related costs, through a robust technology platform. This episode was brought to you by Intelity.

Kass Dawson, vp, brand strategy and marketing, SoftBank Robotics America, and Michael Case, general manager, Marriott Denver Tech Center, join LODGING to discuss the increased role of robotic and automation technology in hospitality. The pair discuss everything from collaborative robotics to the implementation and return on investment for hoteliers with regards to robotic solutions. This episode was brought to you by SoftBank Robotics America

Sloan Dean of Remington Hotels joins Dennis Nessler, Editor-in-Chief, LODGING, to discuss some of the leading industry issues and trends. From the popularity of the ‘bleisure' movement to rising construction costs, Dean shares his insights and perspectives while providing an update on Remington. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

In this special report, LODGING Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler catches up with AHLA President and CEO Chip Rogers to discuss the issue of human trafficking as the Super Bowl approaches. Rogers emphasizes the importance of increasing awareness, employee training and a recent fund generated for survivors, all aimed at helping the industry take the lead on fighting human trafficking throughout the U.S. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler catches up with Robert Habeeb, CEO of Maverick Hotels & Restaurants, to get his thoughts on a number of key industry issues such as current macroeconomic challenges, the growing ‘bleisure' trend and the ongoing labor crisis. Habeeb also shares details on the continued growth of Maverick as an operator and how the company's unique post-pandemic culture has positioned them for success. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

In this episode LODGING editor-in-chief Dennis Nessler caught up with Kerry Ranson, CEO of HP Hotels, to discuss the company's recent performance, outlook for the future and a host of other industry related issues. Ranson also reveals some growth opportunities for the third-party management, including a potentially significant transaction in the coming months. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler sits down with Chris Green—the newly named President of Remington Hotels—to discuss the state of the Dallas-based third-party management company. During the discussion, Green offers his reaction to the recent promotion from divisional president, as well as the ongoing integration of Chesapeake Hospitality and the unique culture of the combined companies. Green also offers some brief thoughts on a number of critical areas impacting the lodging industry ranging from labor challenges and wage growth to the current transactions market and the impact of the home sharing platform on hospitality. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

In this episode, LODGING editor George Seli speaks with Charlestown Hotels Chief Revenue Officer Johnathan Capps on trends and best practices in post-pandemic budgeting. Focusing on revenue team forecasting and expenses related to sales, marketing, IT, and other areas. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

In this episode, LODGING Editor Christine Killion spoke with Scott Neslage, Director of Lodging Operations, The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, and John Kattato, Senior Vice President, Essex Hotel Management, about their expectations for the 2022 summer travel season and how they are preparing as hotel operators to make the most of guest demand, optimize rate, and mitigate the effects of the latest challenges facing the industry. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

LODGING Editor Christine Killion spoke with UniFocus Founder and Board Director Mark Heymann and CEO Moneesh Arora about how hoteliers can mitigate today's labor challenges by adjusting their strategies and incorporating technology. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

LODGING Editor Christine Killion spoke with Del Ross, Chief Revenue Officer, Hotel Effectiveness, about the pandemic's impact on the hotel housekeeping model and how technology is further evolving the ways in which hoteliers staff housekeeping departments and service rooms. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

The holiday travel season is fast approaching and hoteliers are preparing to welcome travelers looking to get back out on the road to see friends and family and fit in end-of-the-year trips. In this episode, LODGING Editor Christine Killion spoke with Jason Fudin, co-founder and CEO of WhyHotel, about the booking trends he's seeing as 2022 approaches, how his company is preparing for holiday travelers, and the opportunities he sees for the industry during this upcoming season and beyond. Brought to you by HBO.  Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

Leisure travel came back in force this summer across many U.S. markets. However, the industry's outlook for the fall remains hazy; uncertainty caused by the surge in the Delta variant is expected to hamper leisure and business travel over the next few months. At the same time, many hoteliers continue to struggle to hire staff to meet the demand that is available and ensure guest expectations are met. In this episode, LODGING‘s Associate Editor Robin […]

In this episode, LODGING Editor Christine Killion spoke with Marisa Brooks, Regional Director of Revenue Management at Spire Hospitality, and Roy Madhok, Vice President of Revenue Management at Real Hospitality Group, about what markets they expect will outperform this summer and beyond, and how demand is shifting in the U.S. amid the current pandemic environment. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

In this episode, LODGING Editor Christine Killion spoke with Doug Tutt, CEO of Hcareers, and Tammy Gillis, founder and CEO of Gillis, about the current staffing challenges that hotel owners and operators are facing as travel demand heats up and strategies to help hoteliers attract, hire, and retain candidates. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (LODGING On Demand on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and more).

In this episode of LODGING On Demand, LODGING Editor Kate Hughes speaks with Ginny Morrison, VP of Sales & Marketing for Spire Hospitality, Tom Poehailos, SVP of Operations for Hotel Equities, and Josh Nowak, Director of Sales & Marketing for Interstate Hotels & Resorts, about how group business has evolved eight months into the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

In this episode of LODGING On Demand, brought to you by RMS, LODGING Editor Kate Hughes speaks with Victor Vesnaver, Global Chief of the Hotel Business Unit at RMS, about how property management systems are helping hoteliers adapt to a new normal and drive success in the current COVID environment. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

LODGING Editor Kate Hughes speaks with Deepak Ohri, CEO of Bangkok-based lebua Hotels & Resorts, and Rick Winn, president of Michigan-based AHC Hospitality, about COVID-19’s impact on hotels around the world. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

Since COVID-19 upended the hotel industry more than five months ago, hoteliers have had to adjust their plans over and over—all while preparing for recovery. LODGING Editor Kate Hughes speaks with Chris Russell, CEO of Spire Hospitality, and Michael Cady, Vice President, Marketing, for Charlestowne Hotels, about how they’ve adapted and positioned themselves for recovery. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

As the COVID-19 crisis continues, hoteliers are having to make difficult decisions about their properties, including considering whether bankruptcy makes sense. Steve Jakubowski, shareholder at Robbins, Salomon & Patt, LTD., joins LODGING Editor Kate Hughes to discuss key issues facing parties in a distressed hotel situation, and what hoteliers should keep in mind as they plan their financial futures. This episode of LODGING On Demand is brought to you by Robbins, Salomon & Patt, LTD. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

Many hotels are starting to bring back furloughed staff. LODGING Editor Kate Hughes spoke with Agnelo Fernandes, chief strategy officer of Terranea, and Sloan Dean, CEO of Remington, about what hoteliers should keep in mind when bringing team members back on board after a furlough. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

Hotels are starting to ramp back up for the summer travel season, but hoteliers looking to promote their properties are facing a new marketing landscape. LODGING Editor Kate Hughes discussed marketing in a post-COVID hotel industry with Sheila Schottland, vice president of brand marketing at Wyndham; Deb Gabor, marketing specialist and author of two books on brand loyalty, Branding is Sex and Irrational Loyalty; and Emily Dille, director of marketing for Classic Hotels & Resorts. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

The summer travel season has officially begun. In the lead-up to Memorial Day weekend, LODGING Editor Kate Hughes connected with Tamara Baldanza-Dekker, CMO at Margaritaville, Gary Gray, Chief Investment Officer at Twenty Four Seven Hotels, and Mark Williams, CEO of Coakley Williams Hotel Management Co., to talk about how the hotel industry is ramping back up for summer leisure travelers. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

Aakash Patel, Chief Development Officer of The Witness Group, and Larry Spelts, Partner and President of the Lodging & Lifestyle Adventures Division of The Indigo Road, join LODGING Editor Kate Hughes to discuss how hotels’ approach to renovation and construction has changed in light of COVID-19. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).

In episode 13 of LODGING On Demand, LODGING Editor Kate Hughes speaks with Adria Levtchenko, CEO of PurpleCloud Technologies, Tim Heim, Area GM of Focus Hospitality, and Phil Cordell, SVP and Global Head of New Brand Development for Hilton, about how the hotel industry’s approach to cleanliness will change post-COVID-19. Subscribe for more LODGING On Demand on YouTube or wherever you listen to podcasts (iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify).