Podcasts about American Hotel

Join Opie and comedy legend Jackie 'The Joke Man' Martling for a raucous, no-holds-barred conversation packed with hilarious anecdotes and jaw-dropping revelations. From Long Island beach days to the wild world of radio, they dive into Howard Stern's fallout with comedians like Gilbert Gottfried and Artie Lange, share behind-the-scenes stories of low-budget TV flops like The Watcher, and defend Steve Martin's comedic genius. The real bombshell? Jackie recounts a surreal dinner at Jeffrey Epstein's Manhattan apartment with Woody Allen, Jay Thomas, and more, plus a shocking tale of Epstein's falling out with Donald Trump over “morals.” Unfiltered, nostalgic, and full of laughs, this episode of Opie Radio is a must-listen for comedy fans. Catch Jackie live at the American Hotel in Freehold, NJ, on July 25, 2025!

American Hotel & Lodging Association President and CEO Rosanna Maietta joins the podcast to talk about the top issues for the hotel industry's largest advocacy and lobbying group, including how they're working to get industry priorities in budget legislation currently in front of Congress.

What happens when two childhood friends trade finance careers for a crack at building the next great American hotel brand? You get Trailborn. In this episode, I sit down with Mike Weiss and Ben Weinberg, co-founders and co-CEOs of Trailborn — a vertically integrated hospitality brand reimagining what it means to travel to America's most iconic outdoor destinations. Mike and Ben didn't just set out to build better hotels — they're building an experience-driven brand from the ground up, one that actually reflects how modern travelers want to explore the wild. We unpack the white space they saw in markets like Mendocino, Wrightsville Beach, and Highlands, why they chose the “harder path” of vertical integration, and what it really takes to operate with excellence in places that don't always show up on institutional investors' maps. You'll also hear: Why building brand and operating company and real estate platform was a bet they were willing to lose sleep over How their new partnership with Marriott gives Trailborn scale — without sacrificing soul The early seeds of personalization in hospitality — and how Trailborn plans to lead with both human intuition and machine intelligence Why AI won't replace great service — but it might finally deliver on it This one's for the founders, the place-makers, and anyone who's ever tried to do something the “harder, but better” way. Learn more about Trailborn Behind the Stays is brought to you by Journey — a first-of-its-kind loyalty program that brings together an alliance of the world's top independently owned and operated stays and allows travelers to earn points and perks on boutique hotels, vacation rentals, treehouses, ski chalets, glamping experiences and so much more. Your host is Zach Busekrus, Head of the Journey Alliance. If you are a hospitality entrepreneur who has a stay, or a collection of stays with soul, we'd love for you to apply to join our Alliance at journey.com/alliance. 

Judy Carmichael joins Heart of The East End Gianna Volpe on WLIW-FM to talk 25 years of Jazz Inspired ahead of her May 4 celebration and performance at the American Hotel. Listen to the “For You” playlist on Apple Music

In this episode, Kathy Sue McGuire, President and CEO of Sustainable Hospitality Solutions, shares insights on how sustainability can be a smart business strategy for hotels, helping them cut costs, grow revenue, and engage their teams.(00:00) Introduction to Kathy Sue McGuire(01:18) Kathy's journey into sustainability(03:21) Current challenges in the hotel industry(04:31) Case study: Saving on trash bags(05:44) Case study: Switching to toiletries dispensers(07:10) Kathy's early experiences with sustainability(10:17) Sustainability as good business practice(13:25) Case study: Reducing plastic disposables(14:55) Increasing revenue through sustainability(17:30) Employee engagement through sustainability(21:07) Getting started with sustainability in hotels(24:03) Creating a green team and assessment(26:15) Green Key certification processMore mentions:American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA)Green Key Global ProgramSustainable Hospitality SolutionsSustainable Hospitality Training A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Tune in to this quarterly episode to hear from Chirag Shah of the American Hotel & Lodging Association to get the state of the hospitality industry. As EVP, Federal and Political Affairs & Counsel, Chirag, gives immense insight into challenges, patterns, and trends impacting the hotel industry and how the AHLA is helping hoteliers overcome the economic environment. Ryan Embree: Welcome to Suite Spot, where hoteliers check in, and we check out what's trending in hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Hello everyone. Welcome to another episode of the Suite Spot. This is your host, Ryan Embree. As you can see, we are here with another industry check-in with AHLA. And we have a first time guest with us Chirag Shah, Executive Vice President, Federal and Political Affairs & Council at the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Chirag, thank you so much for joining me on the Suite Spot today. Chirag Shah: Absolutely. Thanks Ryan. Appreciate you having me. Ryan Embree: Well, welcome to the Suite Spot. This is your first time. Before we get rolling, talk about some of the topics that AHLA and issues that AHLA is obviously advocating so ferociously for hotels all around the country. Maybe give us a little bit of background, your journey to AHLA and give our Suite Spot audience, just a brief glimpse of the role that you do there. Chirag Shah: I appreciate it. So I've been in the lodging industry, lobbying on behalf of hotels and hoteliers for about a decade and some change, 12-13 years. And previously my background is actually as a campaign and elections attorney. It's what my training is, and not perhaps a skill that folks are, a ton of folks are always looking for especially when you get relatives that want help getting outta a speeding ticket or something. But I spent time on Capitol Hill, worked on a number of political campaigns, and 2012, 2013 after finishing up my last campaign, got a call from a group. They were looking to open a DC office. And when I was on Capitol Hill, I used to meet with them quite frequently, and it was a group called AAHOA And, uh, they were looking to, to open their DC office. And it was great because I, uh, literally spoke the language that many hoteliers speak and, and figuratively spoke the language, of Washington DC. And so, uh, it, it was a, it was a great fit. And I came in and opened their DC shop and worked there for, for eight years. And, uh, then came over to AHLA and has been fantastic to represent a lot of the same people physically, actually the same people, but also the industry. It's such a wonderful industry where hotels, everybody loves going to hotels. Most public officials don't fully understand what the hotel industry is all about, but they love talking about their travel experiences. And so now at AHLA, I get to oversee the federal affairs shop, the political shop where we meet with members of Congress, have got one of the greatest jobs where we tell the story of the lodging industry to members of Congress, their staff, the presidential administration, every single day. And so getting time to understand what the challenges are that hotel leaders are facing, where the industry is going, what the economic footprint is, that's what we do. And so it's been a lot of fun. Ryan Embree: You know it's funny, Chirag, we have so many industry leaders on this podcast, and we talk to them about their kind of beginnings and they talk about maybe jumping from brand to brand and still having that tight-knit family. Because it all comes back to hospitality. It seems like a very similar path with you and the associations, right, starting with the AAHOA and then transitioning to AHLA. But at the very end of the day, it's all about hospitality and the hotels that you're advocating for from those small, independent hotels all the way up to the major brands. And here we are at the Q1, beginning of, 2025. Great time to reflect on,

In this episode, I'm talking with Jacob from The American Hotel System. Having seen them at the Sounds Like Michigan fundraiser for the Michigan Music Alliance, I immediately wanted to chat with them about their music. Their alt-rock music features great hooks and extremely thoughtful lyrics. You can experience their evocative songwriting on their recent EP called Can You Hear It? I had a great time talking with Jacob about his path in music, how the band came to be, songwriting, and more. The American Hotel System is planning a busy spring and summer of shows. Be sure to sign up on their email list via their website to be the first to know about upcoming shows and more.The American Hotel SystemCheck out their musicFollow on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, SpotifyFans With BandsSubscribe to Fans With Bands on your favorite podcast service such as Apple, Google, Youtube, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Audible, Amazon Music or Stitcher. Be sure to rate the show and please send us feedback. We would love to hear from you.You can also follow Fans With Bands on Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and InstagramFor samplings of music by artists featured on Fans With Bands, check out our playlist on Spotify Get full access to Fans With Bands at fanswithbands.substack.com/subscribe

The American Hotel and Lodging Association Foundation continues to do work on helping grow leaders within the industry. Anna Blue, President, of AHLA Foundation discusses the great opportunities the AHLA Foundation is providing in 2025.

The American Hotel and Lodging Association Foundation continues to do work on helping grow leaders within the industry. Anna Blue, President, of AHLA Foundation discusses the great opportunities the AHLA Foundation is providing in 2025.

What YOU need to know about the court ruling against Department of Labor regarding overtime pay. I'm with Chirag Shah, EVP of Federal Political Affairs at the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA), unpacking this and potential Department of Labor overtime rule changes. Here's what you'll learn: • What's happening with overtime rules: The Department of Labor's proposed changes and their potential to increase the threshold for exempt employees to nearly $59,000 by 2025. • Why it matters: The practical impacts on hotel owners, operators, and employees, from payroll adjustments to workforce morale. • A one-size-fits-all challenge: How regional differences (e.g., Manhattan, NY vs. Manhattan, KS) complicate these regulations. • The industry's response: AHLA's advocacy efforts to create a fairer and more practical solution for hoteliers. • What's next: How potential appeals and administration changes could shape the future of these rules.

Today, we're revisiting a conversation with a guest who has profoundly impacted me and, I believe, represents the true potential of hospitality. Craig Poole, a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and the American Hotel and Lodging Association's General Manager of the Year, has set an incredible example at the DoubleTree in Reading, Pennsylvania. His hotel excels financially and has redefined what it means to be a community cornerstone.Craig's story offers a powerful reminder of how hospitality can drive transformation—not only for guests but for employees and entire neighborhoods and cities. His work shows us that when we genuinely care for people, we inspire loyalty, change lives, and create long-lasting impacts on communities. Craig hires locally, often bringing in people who others might overlook, including those with past challenges. His approach to “second chance hiring” and deep community engagement has turned his hotel into a place of opportunity and pride for the city.Listen in to hear how Craig has created a culture of selflessness, where “loving people where they're at” goes hand-in-hand with business success. His vision is about more than just a hotel; it's about creating a place where people feel a part of, valued and supported. His words remind us that hospitality is about more than beds and meals—it's about hearts and lives. Craig's journey shows us that when we lead with purpose and stand behind our people, we create waves of positive change that ripple far beyond the walls of our businesses.Also see: Follow Me and I Will Be Behind You (Craig's documentary)Send Josiah a text A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Interim CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA), Kevin Carey shares the latest legislative updates impacting the hospitality industry, including upcoming per diem rate increases and some insane and controversial potential legislation in New York City. Key discussion points include: Per Diem Rate Increases: Effective October 2024, lodging and meal allowances for federal travelers are rising, directly benefiting hotel businesses. Government Business Opportunities: How hoteliers can secure more government business for financial stability. New York City Legislation: Breaking down proposed legislation that could disrupt hotel operations with staffing mandates and restrictions on subcontracting. Safety & Human Trafficking Initiatives: The hotel industry's commitment to safety and AHLA's ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking. Boston's Regulation Challenges: The pushback against a proposed independent panel with the power to set workplace standards in the Boston hotel market. AHLA's Role: Updates on AHLA's engagement with policymakers, including door-to-door Capitol Hill advocacy to protect the hospitality industry. The Hospitality Show: A sneak peek into the upcoming event in San Antonio, bringing together industry leaders to address technology, sustainability, and workforce issues. Don't miss this insightful conversation that every hotelier should hear! #HospitalityIndustry #AHLA #HotelLegislation #PerDiemRates #HotelBusiness #NYCLegislation #HotelOwners #HospitalityShow #HumanTraffickingAwareness #GovernmentBusiness #HotelOperations #TravelUpdates  

Join the Suite Spot in this quarterly series to hear from American Hotel & Lodging Association President & CEO, Kevin Carey, on the state of the hospitality industry and recent developments being made by the AHLA to move the industry forward. Episode Transcript Our podcast is produced as an audio resource. Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and human editing and may contain errors. Before republishing quotes, we ask that you reference the audio. Ryan Embree: Welcome to Suite Spot, where hoteliers check in, and we check out what's trending in hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Hello everyone. Welcome to another episode of The Suite Spot. This is your host, Ryan Embree. As always, thank you for listening. We've got a fantastic episode for you today. Another industry check-in with Kevin Carey, interim president and CEO at the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Kevin, thank you so much for taking the time and joining me today. Kevin Carey : Hi, Ryan. Good day. It's good to see you as well. Ryan Embree: Yeah, we're excited to have you. You know, we're gonna jump right into it. We spoke last in the spring season, right before a busy summer travel season. Listen, the travelers have been busy traveling to hotels. Hotels have been busy hosting, but AHLA has been busy as well, advocating for hoteliers and everything that you guys do for our industry. Let's catch up with some of those big accomplishments and some of the most pressing issues right now. We know we, there's always those issues that rise up. What are some of those that hotels should be most aware of right now? Kevin Carey : Oh as you said, it's been an incredibly busy period of time. Certainly first and foremost for the industry. The support and the service our member companies provide for guests and the environment they create for our associates and workers is certainly first and foremost, our team here, both in AHLA and, uh, the foundation have been incredibly busy as well. Um, over the first half of the year, it's been, uh, a, a peak period of activity at a state and local level with state legislators and legislatures in session, uh, and certainly in Washington here, uh, as, uh, the Congress starts to look towards end of the year in the election. So, we've been advancing our work, uh, at a state level on short-term rental sets of issues in Washington here around the passage in the house, uh, of the Hotel Fees Transparency Act. Um, and, and also work to ensure that we defeated the, the joint employer rule as well. There's just a number of areas that we feel proud about as a team and that are really meaningful on behalf of the industry as well. Ryan Embree: Absolutely. And but there's still with all those wins, and congratulations to your team, there's always work to do as you know, and some of those pressing issues that are at the forefront right now for our hoteliers. What, what are some of those that, again, hoteliers, even though it might be something regional, they still should be aware of because it has, it's gonna have an impact on the entire industry. Kevin Carey : Absolutely. And really to identify two that are certainly getting a lot of our team's attention and the industry attention. So first and foremost, in New York City, a bill was introduced in the city council several weeks ago, approaching about a month ago at this point. And this bill, the so-called Safe Hotels Act, has been positioned by his proponents as a simple licensing bill. And the bill sponsors have represented that hotels are unregulated, and that there's an increase in crime occurring in hotels. This bill would do grave damage, not only to the hotel industry, to travelers, to workers, who represent and are employed by the industry and the city economy and the tourism economy itself. So this is bad for everyone. And we've been very actively involved in New York several times, meeting with members of the city council organi...

Welcome to the #ShareYourHotness Podcast episode 137! Jeri Mae Rowley, Speaker ~Trainer~ Saddle Maker's Daughter, shares precious life and leadership lessons from her family's world-famous saddle shop.  She has been invited to present keynotes and concurrent sessions in 39 states, Canada, and the US Virgin Islands. Provide leadership, communications, and customer service training for businesses and organizations. Jeri Mae's clientele covers an intriguing variety of industries and organizations: from the Federal Reserve to National Wildlife Preserves; municipalities to multi-media; semiconductor to pet cemeteries; drill bit manufacturing to tropical island resorts. Her resume includes successful experience as a manager, salesperson, state-wide training program administrator, college workforce training director, and college instructor. Jeri Mae has been president of “almost every organization I've belonged to since Lively Livestock 4-H.”  She is a past president of the National Speaker's Association's Mountain West Chapter, serving professional speakers in Idaho, Utah, Montana, and Wyoming.  She has also served as president of her local Chamber of Commerce, Faculty Senate, Convention and Visitor Bureau, Society of Human Resource Managers, and National Speakers Association. She served on the Boards of the National Speakers Association DC Chapter and the DC Metro Association for Talent Development. Jeri Mae taught Small Business Entrepreneurship, Human Resource Management, and Hospitality Management for sixteen years at Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell, Montana. She is a Certified Instructor for the Montana Department of Commerce NxLeveL Entrepreneurship Course, Travel Montana Superhost Customer Service Training, and the American Hotel and Lodging Association in Management and Marketing. In addition to her teaching duties at Flathead Valley Community College, she served as the college's Workforce Training Director and Statewide Coordinator for Travel Montana's Superhost Customer Service Seminar program. Jeri Mae has received regional, state, and national recognition for her success as a leader and educator, including Montana's Glacier Country Person of the Year, Montana State SHRM “Above and Beyond Award,” and the prestigious “Visiting Scholar Award” from the National Tourism Foundation. Support The #ShareYourHotness Podcast by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-syh-podcast Find out more at https://the-syh-podcast.pinecast.co

Looking for the perfect venue for your wedding or event?  Tune in Today at 3:40pm PT, 6:40pm ET for special guest Sonesta General Manager Swietlana Cahill as we discuss Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina and Sonesta Irvine locations. Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio affiliate! Swietlana Cahill is the General Manager of Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina and Sonesta Irvine, bringing 30 years of hospitality experience. She has worked with renowned brands like Hilton and Millennium, and boutique properties such as The Peabody Memphis. Her leadership at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Irvine Orange County Airport earned her multiple awards, including "General Manager of the Year." Swietlana has served on executive boards, including the Central City Association of Los Angeles, and holds certifications from the American Hotel and Lodging Association. With a mathematics degree from Moscow State Forest University, she is also a dedicated volunteer for the American Red Cross, Midnight Mission, and Orangewood Children's Foundation. In her free time, she enjoys gardening and traveling.  https://www.sonesta.com/sonesta-hotels-resorts/ca/redondo-beach/sonesta-redondo-beach-marina  https://www.sonesta.com/sonesta-hotels-resorts/ca/irvine/sonesta-irvineWEDDING SPECIAL: Mention Moments with Marianne Radio Show to receive 15% off your wedding package at Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina if you book before February, 2025! HOLIDAY EVENTS: Holiday Event Weeknight Promo at Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina, Book your event Sunday thru Thursday and receive a 15% discount when you mention Moments with Marianne Radio Show!

In a recent interview, Kevin Carey, Interim President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), shared insights on his background and vision for the association. He emphasized the need for hoteliers to adapt to changing consumer preferences.Kevin highlighted AHLA's sustainability initiatives and how the association is engaging emerging leaders through mentorship, networking opportunities, and leadership training.He shared an anecdote about the importance of management staying connected with daily operations to ensure efficiency and staff morale. Kevin's leadership approach is rooted in innovation, inclusivity, and a commitment to advocacy and sustainability.Follow usWebsite https://www.wtfwalkthefloors.comLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/wtf-walk-the-floorsYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWJvSeZmvlNH8eRHJ6OyMDgConnect with the hosts on LinkedInMichèle Kline https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelekline/Stephanie Leger https://www.linkedin.com/in/sleger/Hosts Company LinksMichèle Kline https://www.klinehospitality.com/Stephanie Leger https://www.firstratehospitality.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, host Amy Wald interviews Jen Collins, co-founder and president Female founded, Procure Impact. You will hear about Jen's journey from basketball player to hospitality finance and social impact. We will introduce you to the groundbreaking company Procure Impact's whose innovative model connects social enterprises with the hospitality industry.Jen explains how Procure Impact serves as a bridge between high-quality, scale-ready social enterprises and corporate buyers, offering a tangible way for hotels to achieve social impact goals through procurement. Our discussion covers various impact communities they work with, including trafficking survivors, veterans, and adults with disabilities.Learn about the "Dignity of Work" campaign in partnership with the American Hotel and Lodging Association, aiming to create 100,000 shift hours for underestimated populations. Jen also discusses partnerships with major hotel brands and the importance of impact tracking in the hospitality industry.Dive into this episode to learn how hotels can easily incorporate social impact into their operations, from VIP guest amenities to art curation, while maintaining product quality and enhancing guest experiences. Jen's passion for creating meaningful change through business practices shines through, making this a must-listen for anyone interested in sustainable hospitality solutions. Key Takeaways: ●      Aiming at 100,000 shift hours of work through the hospitality industry●      How Procure Impact bridges the gap between social enterprises and corporate buyers, particularly in the hospitality industry. ●      How The company offers a marketplace of products made by individuals who've experienced barriers to work, including trafficking survivors, veterans, and adults with disabilities. ●        Hotels can easily incorporate social impact into their operations by purchasing items they already need, such as coffee, amenities, and art. ●      Procure Impact provides impact tracking, allowing hotels to measure their social impact in terms of shift hours created. ●      The "Dignity of Work" campaign, launched with AHLA, aims to create 100,000 shift hours of work through the hospitality industry. ●      Major hotel brands and management companies are embracing this model, including Sage Hospitality, Davidson, and Four Seasons. ●      This approach can increase revenues by appealing to socially conscious guests and decrease expenses by improving employee loyalty and inspiration. ●      Procure Impact offers customization options, allowing hotels to brand products and create unique guest experiences. ●      The model aligns with the hospitality industry's values of creating spaces of belonging and providing opportunities for growth. ●      This initiative allows hotels to fulfill their ESG commitments, particularly in the often `   challenging area of social impact. Show Notes: www.procureimpact.usBook:  Tattoos on the Heart  Newsletter: https://www.greenluxeinc.com/newsletter Hashtags:  Separate with commas  #SocialEnterprise #HospitalityImpact #MidLifeSherpa #HumanTrafficking #MakingSpaceForOpportunity #SurpriseandDelight #GuestSatisfaction #ESG 

On this FURiday, the #gossippups (Tinkerbelle and Belle ) discuss their busy busy week launching the Tweezerman Pet Collection, hanging with Cyndi Lauper and then they're spilling the tea on....POP CULTURE: Taylor Swift's The Eras Tour starts in London this weekend!, Justin Timberlake arrested in Sag Harbor on DWI charge and Prince William celebrates 42nd birthday with beach photo taken by Kate Middleton PUP CULTURE: Man on vacation in Puerto Rico realizes he can't leave dog behind, Lost Dog reunites with owner after rescue in Joshua Tree National Park, Police Rescue Puppies who could've been dead in 5 minutes from hot bag in NYC street, Kevin the Great Dance ascends the Guinness World Records as tallest living dog and The World's cutest rescue dog contest is looking for its next adorable adopted winner - enter now!Follow Tinkerbelle and Belle! Instagram: @TinkerbellethedogTikTok: @TinkerbelleAdogFacebook: Tinkerbelle the DogYoutube: Tinkerbelle the dogTwitter: @TinkerbelleadogHave a question for us? Email us at GossipPups@gmail.com!SHOP: Tinkerbelle the Dog & Belle's 2024 CalendarSHOP: Tinkerbelle the dog & Belle Merch

Since Kenya Moore's indefinite suspension, Bravo has failed to release a formal statement, RHOA has continues to film and Miss Moore's Housewife future remains uncertain. We break down the likelihood that she will really be permanently fired, the investigation behind the scenes that Bravo is most likely conducting and all the comparable situations Bravo has turned a blind eye to in the past.  Speaking of those situations, Danielle Staub has entered the chat. We break down her own revenge porn claims and RHONJ's past involvement in these claims. Next we break down all the mounting claims that Luis Ruelas and Vinivia CEO are accused of fraud, non payment of employees and much, much more. In other news, Jackie called Dolo a slob, got ratings on WWH better than Tre, and side eyes Marge as their friendship seems to be forever damaged. Finally, if you have not heard, Justin Timberlake was arrested for DUI across the street from our home at our regular place, The American Hotel in Sag Harbor. We break down what we know, what we saw and how this summer in The Hamptons is already off to an insane start.  @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Exploring the origins, impact, and future of resort fees in the travel industry.    Episode Highlights - **Introduction to Resort Fees:**  - Overview of the episode's focus on the frustration caused by resort fees.  - Brief history of how resort fees started in the late 1980s and early 1990s. - **Historical Context:**  - Initial introduction in popular tourist destinations like Las Vegas and Hawaii.  - Expansion into more hotels and cities over the decades.  - Evolution from covering amenities to becoming an additional revenue stream. - **Consumer Impact:**  - How resort fees disrupt budget planning for families.  - Lack of transparency leading to consumer frustration and legal scrutiny.  - Federal Trade Commission's role in investigating deceptive pricing practices. Key Discussion Points - **Why Hotels Charge Resort Fees:**  - Bundling of amenities and services.  - Revenue generation without raising advertised room rates.  - Market positioning and competitive pricing strategies.  - Offsetting operating costs.  - Avoiding commission fees paid to third-party booking platforms. - **Types of Hotels Charging Resort Fees:**  - Originally resorts and destination hotels in tourist-heavy areas.  - Expansion to urban hotels in cities like New York and San Francisco.  - No universal regulation, but emphasis on transparency and disclosure. - **Consumer Advocacy and Legal Actions:**  - Lawsuits against deceptive practices.  - Increased consumer awareness leading to clearer disclosures.  - Federal and local regulations requiring all mandatory fees to be disclosed upfront. Tips for Travelers - **Avoiding Resort Fees:**  - Research and contact hotels before booking.  - Book through channels that include fees in the total price.  - Look for packages or promotions that waive resort fees.  - Confirm fee details before arrival.  - Negotiate or express concerns during check-in.  - Review your bill at check-out and dispute unauthorized charges if necessary. Legislation Update - **No Hidden Fees Act:**  - Supported by the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA).  - Aims to establish a single standard for transparent fee displays.  - Passed the House and awaits Senate approval.  - Potential impact on competitive pricing and hotel practices. Personal Insights - **Rob's Perspective:**  - The impact of resort fees on travel agents.  - Potential pitfalls of federal regulation.  - The importance of a comprehensive standard for fee transparency.  - Statistics from the AHLA indicating the prevalence and cost of resort fees.  - Recap of the history, current practices, and potential future of resort fees.  - Encouragement for listeners to stay informed and proactive in avoiding hidden fees.  - Thanks for tuning in to Episode 159 of The Family Vacationer.  - Invitation to join the next episode for more travel insights and tips. Additional Resources - **Links to Relevant Articles and Websites:**  - Federal Trade Commission guidelines on resort fees. https://www.ftc.gov/about-ftc/foia/frequently-requested-records/hotel-pricingresort-fee  - AHLA's stance on resort fees and related legislation. https://www.ahla.com/news/house-passes-no-hidden-fees-act-major-ahla-legislative-priority Have Show Ideas? Contact Rob at rob@thefamilyvacationer.live

Text us your thoughts on this episode, and who should be OUR #NextFavBand...We were super in to The American Hotel System heading in to Musikfest 2023 as one of our "Must See" bands, and we loved them even more after seeing them perform.  So we are thrilled to be able to bring them on the show.From Grand Rapids, MI, this alt-rock band that transcends the ordinary and expected. Founded in 2017 by Jacob Betts (Lead Vocals and Guitar), Hailey Petty (Drums), Jake LaMotte (Bass), and later joined by C.T. McCallister (Guitar), the band embarked on a journey that transformed them into a significant musical presence through genre exploration.Opening for Bon Jovi in 2022, their powerful sound has resonated with audiences and garnered attention from Relix Magazine, BuzzMusic, CLOUT, and LEVELUP. As two-time Music Prize finalists and Grand Champions of Music Prize 2022, they stand as a dynamic force, pushing the boundaries of contemporary rock.As always, our hope is to bring you "your next favorite band". If you tuned in today because you already knew this musician - thank you very much! We hope that you enjoyed it and would consider following us and subscribing so we can bring you your #nextfavband in the future. And check out nextfavband.com for our entire catalog of interviews!If you have a recommendation on who you think OUR next favorite band should be, hit us up on social media (@nextfavband everywhere) or send us an email at nextfavband@stereophiliastudio.com.Thank you to Carver Commodore, argonaut&wasp, and Blair Crimmins for allowing us to use their music in the show open and close. It makes everything sound so much better! Let's catch a live show together soon!#nextfavband #livemusic #music #musicinterview #musician #singer #guitar #song #newmusic #explorepage #instamusic #bestmusic #musicismylife #musicindustry #musiclife #songwriter #musiclover #musicfestival

The American Hotel and Lodging Association supports hospitality providers in so many ways from education to policy work. In this episode, Kevin Carey, AHLA's interim president & CEO, joins us to talk about two core areas they're focused on now:Green Key Global: sustainability certification to help hoteliers cater to the quickly growing number of travelers (and businesses) that prioritize thisThe Hospitality Show: to connect industry participants and help everyone do well togetherAlso, be sure to check out new research they've commissioned about travel trends for this summer.Thoughts, questions, suggestions? Send me a text messageThis episode is brought to you with support from Sojern. I teamed up with Sojern to study how hoteliers use data to drive revenue and build stronger guest relationships. You can see what we found in this research report: How Hotel Brands Are Using First-Party Data to Drive Revenue & Build Stronger Relationships. Want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day? Subscribe here for free.Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram.Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Interim President & CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, Kevin Carey, joins the Suite Spot in the very first episode of Check-In with Kevin Carey! Get the latest news, updates, and information on the hotel industry in this series, and find out what efforts the AHLA is getting involved in to impact hoteliers and hospitality at scale. From policy legislation to industry events and the rebranding of the Hospitality Show, this episode is full of content! Episode Transcript Our podcast is produced as an audio resource. Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and human editing and may contain errors. Before republishing quotes, we ask that you reference the audio. Ryan Embree: Welcome to Suite Spot, where hoteliers check-in, and we check out what's trending in hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Hello everyone, and welcome to another episode of The Suite Spot. This is your host, Ryan Embree, with a very special episode today. We have a first-time guest, but I'm sure, widely recognized by the entire industry, Kevin Carey, interim president and CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Kevin, thank you so much for joining me on the Suite Spot. Kevin Carey : Good morning. Happy to be with you. Ryan Embree: We're gonna cover a lot today, Kevin, so let's jump into it. Speaking of being busy, we are about to enter a busy summer travel season. I'm sure all the hoteliers listening to this podcast, wherever they're watching or listening from, are excited about that or reaching the halfway point of the year, which is crazy to say. I was there to witness live your keynote at the Hunter Hotel Investment Conference back in March in Atlanta. You shared some really great accomplishments so far, year to date that AHLA has been able to achieve. Could you share with our audience a little bit about some of the efforts and wins so far in 2024? Kevin Carey : Well, I'd be happy to and, I think your assessment is, is right on the mark. Uh, it has been a busy first four months of the year. Certainly, you hear that through, uh, we're in earning seasons now. You're hearing a lot of our member companies report out. Uh, so you'll hear some of the things happening across their scope of their operations in our environment representing the industry. It has been a very significant and busy first four months of the year, whether that's here in Washington, working with the Congress and the administration in so many state capitals, with the legislatures in session, and really across the scope of our activities whether that's, uh, the support we provide to our members through our many committees or events or, or the great work our foundation is, is doing a few key accomplishments. I point to one of real significance was the defeat of the, the joint employer rule. And that was significant, not only with action that the House took but the Senate as well as a favorable court ruling, in the Eastern District Court in Texas, blocking the implementation of that rule, because that posed some real challenges for the industry, and in particular the franchise operating model, and would've created complexities and uncertainty there in this environment. We also, a month ago, announced the rollout of our collaboration with the Hotel Association of Canada and our launch, uh, of the Green Key Global Initiative. And then finally, uh, we rebranded our, our very successful regional set of events as the Hospitality show supporting, uh, our trade show and conference, uh, which will take place in San Antonio this year, October 28th to the 30th. Uh, and we've got a number of those events planned over the coming weeks, uh, alongside the seven that we've held thus far this year. So it's been busy, as you said. Ryan Embree: Yeah, yeah, absolutely. Super busy. And we're gonna talk about some of those things that you mentioned. I wanna go back to Green Key Global rather. Uh, we just celebrated Earth Day.

Chip Rogers, former CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, discusses his new role with Ervin Graves and with Job Creators Network.  He talks about the importance of state policies in creating a business-friendly environment. He emphasizes the need for leaders who focus on creating opportunities for small businesses and the negative impact of divisive politics. Rogers also highlights the role of technology and the gig economy in the growth of small businesses. He urges small business owners to get involved in advocating for policies that support their success. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more info check out JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dina Belon is President at Staypineapple Hotels. In this episode, she shares her perspective on the importance of being an active participant in the hospitality industry and how it can advance your business and the sector as a whole.Listeners will learn about:The significance of engaging with the broader hospitality industry and the benefits it brings to individual businesses.The unique approach of Staypineapple Hotels to the boutique hotel model and how it contrasts with branded hotels.Dina's personal mission to propel the hospitality industry forward and her strategies for doing so.An overview of the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) and the resources it offers, especially for independent and boutique hotel owners.The AHLA Foundation's initiatives, including the ForWard Conference in Chicago, aimed at mentoring and educating women leaders in hospitality.Staypineapple's impressive diversity statistics and the culture that fosters inclusivity and opportunity for all employees.The newly formed Independent and Boutique Hotel Committee at AHLA and how it seeks to amplify the voice of independent operators within the industry.Whether you're a hospitality professional looking to expand your network, a boutique hotel owner seeking resources and support, or someone passionate about diversity and inclusion in the workplace, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration. This episode is brought to you with support from Sojern. I teamed up with Sojern to study how hoteliers use data to drive revenue and build stronger guest relationships. You can see what we found in this research report: How Hotel Brands Are Using First-Party Data to Drive Revenue & Build Stronger Relationships.Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

In this episode at the Ohio Hospitality Show Amy Wald sits down  Kevin Carey to discuss the groundbreaking partnership between the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Green Key Global, a leading hospitality eco-certification program. As the demand for sustainable travel grows, this collaboration marks a significant milestone in the industry's efforts to promote standardization, credibility, and ease of use in green initiatives.Kevin shares his insights on the business case for sustainability in the hospitality industry, highlighting the numerous benefits that hotels can reap by prioritizing environmentally friendly practices. From operational savings to enhanced guest satisfaction and brand reputation, Kevin explains why going green is not just a moral imperative but also a smart business move.For hoteliers who may feel overwhelmed by the demands of running a property, Kevin offers practical advice on how to motivate and prioritize sustainability efforts. He discusses the importance of starting small and identifies key departments and objectives that hotels should focus on when embarking on their green journey.Looking ahead, Kevin explores exciting emerging trends and innovations in sustainable hospitality, providing a glimpse into the future of eco-friendly travel. He also shares valuable advice for hospitality workers who are passionate about sustainability, offering tips on how they can contribute to their hotel's green initiatives and become advocates for change within their organizations.This thought-provoking interview not only showcases the significance of the AHLA-Green Key Global partnership but also provides actionable insights for hoteliers, hospitality workers, and travelers alike. Whether you're a seasoned industry professional or simply a conscientious traveler, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of sustainable hospitality. https://greenkeyglobal.com/http://www.ahla.comhttps://www.ohla.com/https://thejuntohotel.com/#GreenKeyGlobal, #AHLA, #OHLA ,#sustainablehotels, #reinventinghospitality, #hoteloperations, #hotelsofthefuture, #thefutureisnow, #businesscaseforsustainablehotels, #junto, #rockbridge, #columbushospitality, #ohiohospitalityshow, 

Lauren McCann, founder and CEO of Procure Impact, joined Forbes Chief Impact Officer Seth Cohen in the Forbes studio to discuss the role that socially responsible procurement can knock down barriers for marginalized product designers and manufacturers. Lauren also discussed Procure Impact's new campaign in partnership with the American Hotel & Lodging Association. The “Dignity of Work Pledge” aims to provide 100,000 paid employment hours for overlooked populations via the use of Procure Impact's B2B marketplace platform.Stay ConnectedForbes newsletters: https://newsletters.editorial.forbes.comForbes on Facebook: http://fb.com/forbesForbes Video on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/forbesForbes Video on Instagram: http://instagram.com/forbesMore From Forbes: http://forbes.comForbes covers the intersection of entrepreneurship, wealth, technology, business and lifestyle with a focus on people and success.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With a business partner, some investors, and his life savings, Brent Underwood bought the abandoned mining turned ghost town, Cerro Gordo, in 2018.The plan was to bring the town back to life, to turn the 336 acres and 22 buildings into a historical destination. That plan largely revolved around the American Hotel, the literal and metaphorical center of town. But then on June 15, 2020, 149 years to the day it opened, the American Hotel caught fire and burned to the ground.“It was probably the most devastating day of my life,” Brent would recall. “You are literally watching your life savings and hopes and dreams burn in front of you.” As he stood atop the ashes, the town's previous owner put his hand on Brent's shoulder. “You can't change what happened,” he told Brent, “but what happens from here is up to you.” More than just providing comfort, Brent wrote, those words were “a call to action.”It's a reminder that for everything outside of our control, we retain—at the core of our being—an incredible power: The power to choose what we do with what happens to us. The power to decide what role an event will play in our lives. The power to write the end of our own story.No one can take that away from us. People can hurt us. Money can be lost. Jobs can disappear. Cars can crash into each other. Stoicism can't change what happened. No philosophy is a time machine.But what we can do, what the Stoic practice is meant to help us do, is to prevail over what happened, and decide what comes next.You can read about what Brent did after the American Hotel burned down in his new book Ghost Town Living: Mining for Purpose and Chasing Dreams at the Edge of Death Valley. It's just one of the many lesson-packed stories in the book about Brent's time at Cerro Gordo. From facing isolation and the challenges of preserving historical integrity to confronting physical dangers like mine shafts and the elements, Ghost Town Living is story of adventure and tenacity, as well as a call to chase after audacious dreams, defy the conventional, and devote yourself to your own the pursuit of an extraordinary life.✉️ Sign up for the Daily Stoic email: https://dailystoic.com/dailyemail

Former CEO and President of the AHLA, Chip Rogers, joins the Suite Spot to discuss the state of the industry and how hoteliers can make 2024 a successful year. This episode is filled with expert advice, industry insights, and trending topics so tune in to get the 411 on what developments are going to impact your hotel business! Episode Transcript Our podcast is produced as an audio resource. Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and human editing and may contain errors. Before republishing quotes, we ask that you reference the audio. Ryan Embree: Welcome to Suite Spot, where hoteliers check-in and we check out what's trending in hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Hello everybody and welcome to another episode of the Suite Spot. This is your host, as always, Ryan Embree, welcome and we've got a great guest, a guest that needs little to no introduction. He's checked in with us several times on the Suite Spot. Chip Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Chip, thank you so much for being on Suite Spot. Chip Rogers: Yeah, always glad to be with you, Ryan. Thanks for having me. Ryan Embree: Yeah, and last time we were together Chip, was before the new year, so Happy New Year by the way. Very, very busy time for hoteliers. They're getting their budgets together, they're looking at data projections, all that good stuff. I wanna give a little bit of insight to our audience on maybe the planning process from the AHLA team. You guys have, have started off just really, really quickly. Lots of events. Obviously, every issue is important, but how do you kind of prioritize that, put your calendar in place, you know, around this time of year? Chip Rogers: Yeah, the biggest priority for us is always advocacy. I mean that's the core of what we do at AHLA is we're the voice of the hotel industry to make sure that policymakers are doing things that help the hotel industry not hurt the industry. And so this is a critical time of year for us because while we do a lot in Washington D.C., that just kind of keeps churning at a, at a steady pace again and again and again. It's the state and local level that is hyperactive at this very moment because most state legislatures go into session at the beginning of the year, and then most of them are done with session by early spring. And so this is really prime time for us when working on state and local legislation. And again, this year we've got a whole host of issues that we're dealing with at the state level. I'm in Atlanta, Georgia right now, probably two blocks from the capitol. We had a really big event here yesterday, about 300 hotels for our Georgia Hotel conference that we share with the Georgia Hotel Lodging Association. We had the Attorney General, we had one of the key members of the Georgia Senate join us. And we talked a lot about the policies that are impacting people. And we do these type of events really all around the country. We have 20 of these on the road events this year. And so yesterday was the second one we had. The first one was in Honolulu last week, which was wonderful, but we've got 18 more to go. And then of course we have our really big show, the Hospitality Show, which will be happening October 28th through the 30th in San Antonio, Texas. Ryan Embree: I'm sure it's so important, Chip to kind of hear, you know, get feet on the ground and talk to hoteliers face-to-face about some of these pressing issues in our industry. You get a unique perspective there. One of the things that AHLA just released recently, which should be good and and exciting news for everyone, is 72% of American travelers are likely to increase or at least maintain their level of hotel stays in 2024. So excellent news there, right? But there's always those looming, some inflation, economic uncertainty, obviously we got an election year. What can hoteliers do to make sure when they look back at the end of this yea...

Here are a bunch of hotel English lessons I've recorded over the last almost four years ago. I hope you enjoy.

The Business of Meetings – Episode 202 – Voice of the Innocents: Lori Cohen's Battle Against Child and Human Trafficking We are honored today to speak with a remarkable individual at the forefront of a child-protection organization.  Lori Cohen is the CEO of PACT (Protect All Children from Trafficking), the leading policy organization in the nation on child sex trafficking. She has been instrumental in driving change and safeguarding the most vulnerable within our society.  PACT shines as a beacon of hope for combating one of the gravest challenges we face today. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of the essential work that PACT is doing. Lori's Journey Lori's journey into combating human trafficking began unexpectedly during her legal career. Initially focused on public interest work and supporting domestic violence victims, she found herself immersed in an entirely different arena when she began working with immigrant women facing abuse. Their harrowing stories of coercion and exploitation led her to discover that her clients were victims of human trafficking, a reality they often did not even recognize for themselves. That led Lori to delve into the complexities of trafficking and question the failure of the system to identify those cases. Fueled by a deep sense of responsibility, she transitioned from legal advocacy to comprehensive support, creating programs that addressed the needs of trafficking victims beyond legal assistance. Her passion for this cause was ignited by the tangible suffering of individuals seeking help in her office, compelling her to advocate tirelessly for those who could not escape their traumatic pasts. Joining ECPAT USA and the Evolution to PACT While representing her clients, Lori turned to ECPAT USA for information about trafficking. ECPAT USA has high-quality materials that helped her understand the complexities of trafficking. Years later, when the founder of ECPAT USA retired, Lori felt indebted to the organization and saw an opportunity to contribute her first-hand knowledge to their cause. The name change from ECPAT USA to PACT (Protect All Children from Trafficking) reflects their evolving mission and dedication to preventing exploitation. Raising Awareness in the US  Lori explains that trafficking is not just an overseas issue, as it is also prevalent in the United States. She acknowledges that it can be uncomfortable to discuss the topic but stresses the importance of businesses embracing education and training to create safer environments. Taking Action and Free Online Training Lori encourages listeners to take advantage of free online training offered by PACT, developed in collaboration with the American Hotel and Lodging Association and Marriott. The training, which aims to educate hotel staff on identifying and preventing trafficking, emphasizes that recognizing red flags and reporting suspicious activities can make a significant impact in protecting vulnerable individuals.  Challenges of Intervention  Untrained civilians should avoid intervening in trafficking situations as they could face the risk of armed traffickers and the unknown presence of others. Lori explains that victims must choose the right time to escape, so she cautions untrained individuals to avoid jeopardizing their safety.  Training and Data Tracking  The training program incorporates anti-cheat measures and pre/post-training surveys to ensure effectiveness. Data tracking on the website includes information on user logins and completion rates.  Practical Signs of Trafficking Lori highlights the importance of dispelling myths surrounding trafficking. Instead, the focus should be on practical signs, like cash payments, lack of luggage, or inappropriate clothing, to identify potential trafficking situations. She also suggests using hotel video cameras to monitor suspicious activity discreetly. Testimonials and Awareness  It is often challenging to obtain testimonials from organizations that have successfully identified and intervened in trafficking cases. Brands are reluctant to disclose such incidents because they fear getting singled out. However, efforts are underway to find creative ways to encourage organizations to come forward.  Human Trafficking Heatmap and Polaris  A national anti-trafficking organization called Polaris created a heatmap on which Florida has been a hotspot for sex and labor human trafficking. Lori emphasizes the importance of raising awareness of the prevalence of trafficking within the United States, involving both international and domestic victims. Positive Developments Lori feels hopeful about the growing partnerships between private sectors and anti-trafficking organizations and is optimistic about the legislative progress in criminalizing sex tourism.  Bio: Name: Lori L. Cohen Title: Chief Executive Officer, Protect All Children from Trafficking (PACT) Lori Cohen has been serving as CEO of PACT since November 2019. PACT is the leading policy organization on child sex trafficking in the nation, and a member of the ECPAT International network, active in over 100 countries and dedicated to the prevention of child sex trafficking and exploitation.    PACT's mission is to protect every child's right to grow up free from sexual exploitation and trafficking through education, outreach, and private-sector engagement. PACT's work in travel and tourism is renowned and features free, online training to identify and safely report trafficking that has been completed by over 1 million members of the hospitality industry.   Before joining PACT, Ms. Cohen founded a program at a leading domestic violence services organization to offer legal representation and holistic care to thousands of victims of human trafficking and related forms of gender-based violence. Drawing upon her experience in obtaining comprehensive care for her clients and observing ways in which their voices can be engaged to inform effective interventions, Ms. Cohen centers the survivor experience in PACT's work. She has garnered international recognition for her work with child and adult clients. Ms. Cohen is a frequent speaker on trafficking-related matters in the United States and abroad and has served on the University of Michigan Law School and Yale University faculty. She is a graduate of Yale Law School. Connect with Eric Rozenberg LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Website Connect with Lori Cohen LinkedIn PACT ECPAT Training for professionals in the hospitality and travel industry The Toll-Free National Human Trafficking Hotline Number is 888-373-7888

The American Hotel and Lodging Association has a lot planned this year; you'll want to know about it so you can schedule your calendar. We also hear about the state of hotel labor, as well as new trends in this vertical that effect all of us who work in tourism. Chip Rogers is CEO of AHLA.

Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodging Association. In today's episode, you'll learn how he uses hospitality to create new beginnings for people.Follow Craig on LinkedInListen to our other episodes with CraigWatch the documentary: Follow Me, and I Will Be Behind YouWhat did you think about this episode? Join the Hospitality Daily community on LinkedIn and share your thoughts. If you care about hospitality, check out the Masters of Moments podcast where Jake Wurzak interviews top leaders in hospitality. His conversations with Bashar Wali and Matt Marquis are a great place to start, but also check out his solo episodes such as how he underwrites investment deals and a deep dive into GP fees you know about. Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodging Association. In today's episode, you'll learn how he came to think about the power of hospitality in a new way.Follow Craig on LinkedInListen to our other episodes with CraigWatch the documentary: Follow Me and I Will Be Behind YouWhat did you think about this episode? Join the Hospitality Daily community on LinkedIn and share your thoughts. If you care about hospitality, check out the Masters of Moments podcast where Jake Wurzak interviews top leaders in hospitality. His conversations with Bashar Wali and Matt Marquis are a great place to start, but also check out his solo episodes such as how he underwrites investment deals and a deep dive into GP fees you know about. Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Claiming the 2022 LA Music Prize ReverbNation selectee The American Hotel System's star is rising and we are super stoked to feature music and interview this week on our show! Jacob joins us to talk about their brand new album “Can You Hear It?” Mark Fahad guest hosts this week as The Madcat is on the prowl. Donna Gallucci has the new song “Carolina” from N.J. Band Water Street, Bo has another great tip in Indie Radar and as always a whole lot more! Other music from Whole Damn Mess and Best Not Broken! #catchingrisingstars #thebalconyshowrocks #theamericanhotelsystem #internetradioshow #independentmusicsupport #LikeFollowShare Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy and Steve Turk, we are excited to have William "Chip" Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, as our special guest. Chip will share his thoughts on the current state of the hotel/hospitality industry and discuss some of the latest legislation in LA and NJ. Additionally, he will be talking about the federal joint employer rule. Don't miss this informative episode, where we will delve into some of the most pressing issues facing the hospitality industry today. Tune in and join the conversation! Follow Steve Turk on LinkedIn Follow Sarah Dandashy on LinkedIn Check out Good Morning Hospitality livestreams Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!

It's time to catch up on the state of the hotel industry with special guest Chip Rogers, President and CEO of the AHLA!  Ryan and Chip have important conversations around some of the most pressing and relevant current events happening in hospitality and give hoteliers key insights into how staying in touch with these developments directly affects your businesses and travelers.  Tune in now to discover how staffing, work flexibility, new trends, and hotel technology keep evolving and how you can stay one step ahead of the curve. Episode Transcript Our podcast is produced as an audio resource. Transcripts are generated using speech recognition software and human editing and may contain errors. Before republishing quotes, we ask that you reference the audio.   Ryan Embree: Welcome to Suite Spot, where hoteliers check in, and we check out what's trending in hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Hello everybody, and welcome to another episode of The Suite Spot. This is your host, Ryan Embree. Thank you so much for joining, watching us. If you're watching us from our YouTube channel or joining us from any of the streaming platforms that you're listening to, if you did find us, you know, we've got a great guest today, someone that really doesn't need any introduction. Chip Rogers, president and CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association. Chip, thank you so much for, being on the Suite Spot with me today. Chip Rogers: Hey, Ryan, it's so good to be with you. Thank you for having me. Ryan Embree: Really technically not your first time on the Suite Spot. Last time we were together, Chip, we were in Las Vegas on a busy trade show floor after a very successful hospitality show. About six months removed from that now, what type of feedback are you getting about that event and maybe give us some insights into what you're looking for from the next one in October in San Antonio? Chip Rogers: Well, first feedback was the opening party, seems to have taken on historic status. As folks who have been, at that property know that the nightclub TAO and we packed it out, there was a line that lasted, some estimates over two hours long to get into it. And so you, you almost created that, fear of missing out. But people absolutely loved the opening party. And from there it went to, an incredible lineup of keynote speakers. And what we tried to do is make sure that we are entertaining you, informing you yes, hitting on those things that are unique to the hotel industry, but also remembering that everyone's a person, they have outside interests too, and, and could we get speakers that are funny, inspiring, educational. And I, and I think we hit all that. In fact, the most popular speaker that we had, Admiral McCraven, it was interesting. I was at an event literally last night and it was a political event and people were talking about, oh, you know, these two candidates that this seemed to be the two candidates running for president. And someone said, if there's a third party candidate, why don't we just get Admiral McCraven? And I'm like, that would be great, because now I know the guy and if he became president, that would be kind of cool. But it's that type of level of speaker that we had that I think really set us apart from many of the other shows that you go to. And so from the trade show floor, that was just amazing. We sold it out in year one to the speakers. And again, starting with that incredible opening party, it, it was quite an event. And, you know, Las Vegas always has something special for everybody. We're gonna try to redo that again in San Antonio. San Antonio, a very unique place. One of the most visited cities in the United States for people that are going on a leisure trip. And so we wanna make sure we're capturing that, that you're coming to the event, you're going to have fun, you're going to be entertained, you're gonna learn something,

Today's podcast guest is Chip Rogers, president & CEO of American Hotel & Lodging Association. He holds one of the most influential roles in all of hospitality. We discuss: -Reading the newspaper as a young child, looking for the box scores, but inadvertently becoming educated on the world -His love for broadcasting and communications -The importance of coaching and using athletics for business lessons -Serving the public to serving an industry -Building teams through empowerment and encouragement Chip Rogers joined the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) as President and CEO in January 2019. AHLA is America's only national association dedicated to serving the interests of the entire hotel and lodging industry. In his role as President & CEO, Chip has led the AHLA team and the lodging industry to achieve tangible results for AHLA members. Subsequently, he has received numerous awards and has been recognized as one of the 25 most influential by Business Travel News, as one of the most influential people in Washington D.C. by Washingtonian magazine, Top 50 Most Influential Leaders in Hospitality, USA, and Global by Hospitality Index, a Freedom Award recipient from ECPAT-USA and three times as a top lobbyist by the Hill newspaper. Under Chip's leadership, AHLA was named as “100 Associations That Will Save the World” by ASAE, was honored with the White House “Presidential Award for its Pledge to America's Workers” and was recognized with the PR Week Purpose Awards 2020. In addition to leading AHLA, Chip is a member of the board of directors for the United States Travel Association, Community Leaders of America, and the California Hotel & Lodging Association. Prior to joining the hospitality industry, Chip served in the Georgia General Assembly. He was elected to office six times and was unanimously elected twice to serve as Senate majority leader. more about AHLA can be found at: https://ahla.com

In this episode of Good Morning Hospitality with Sarah Dandashy & Steve Turk, we are excited to have William "Chip" Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, as our special guest. Chip will share his thoughts on the current state of the hotel/hospitality industry and discuss some of the latest legislation in LA and NJ. Additionally, he will be talking about the federal joint employer rule. Don't miss this informative episode, where we will delve into some of the most pressing issues facing the hospitality industry today. Tune in and join the conversation! The GMC Report is LIVE! Make sure you sign up for our Good Morning Capital Newsletter & Members Dashboard right here! Hospitality Hotline Hospitality Hotline is open to everyone by using this link!

Welcome back to another episode of the TravelPulse Podcast!  This week I first discuss the latest trending news in travel, including how air travel performed during the Thanksgiving holiday, a warning from a Southwest Airlines pilot, Venice's tourism fee, and much more. Later in the show, Chip Rogers, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), joins me to chat about the hotel industry. Rogers provides insights into how the hotel industry has performed in 2023 and what's ahead for 2024. Additionally, Rogers shares why the AHLA is suing the Biden Administration.  The check in on the hotel industry begins at the 11-minute mark.  Have any feedback or questions? Want to sponsor the show? Contact us at Podcast@TravelPulse.com and follow us on social media @TravelPulse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sag Harbor Village, with a new mayor at the helm, appears poised to tackle an important planning project, including an update to its zoning code and the potential for the creation of a comprehensive plan, which would serve as a blueprint for the village's development future. Considering the various pressures the village faces, including a proposal for a new residential and commercial development that could transform the west side of Sag Harbor behind Main Street, continuing concerns about water quality and the need for more affordable housing, a master plan conversation would set the stage for Sag Harbor in the 21st century. What, exactly, should the master plan say? This week's Sessions Report podcast looks back at an Express Sessions event on November 16 at The American Hotel in Sag Harbor.

Today's podcast guest is David Kong, a legendary leader in hospitality.  We discuss embracing challenges and figuring things out. He shares that hard work and dedication is only the entry point for success in any career.  The aspect of differentiation is key, which aligns with the Most People Don't Message.  David had to “figure it out” so many times and had the confidence to know he could and he would.  Listen to his story, his life lessons, and his evolution into a legendary leader.    David Kong is the Founder and Principal of DEI Advisors, an Arizona non-profit organization. David retired as President and CEO of Best Western Hotels and Resorts at the end of 2021. He led the company to unprecedented growth, transforming it and expanding its portfolio from one brand to 18 distinct brands in every chain scale segment and achieving successive new records in RevPAR and EBIDA growth. Prior to Best Western, David held leadership positions with KPMG Consulting, Hyatt, Omni and Hilton.   David has received numerous awards and accolades including the Lifetime Achievement Awards from Business Travel News, International Hotel Investment Forum and HSMAI. He was the recipient of the inaugural Arne Sorenson Social Impact Award in 2022. He was also recognized for his innovation by both Hotel Interactive and Guest Lab (Italy) in 2020. GBTA presented him with the WINiT Best Mentor/Male Coach award in 2021. David served as the Chairman of the American Hotel & Lodging Association in 2010 and was appointed to the U.S. Department of Commerce Travel and Tourism Advisory Board for three years.

Our expert panel discusses consumer demand for sustainability in travel, climate change effects, potential policy change, the latest research on the subject, and needed innovation. Panelists include Nejc Jus, Head of Research at the World Travel and Tourism Council; Chip Rogers, President and CEO of American Hotel and Lodging Association; and Eric Hansen, Senior Vice President of the US Travel Association. Moderated by Brand USA's Senior Vice President, Public Affairs, Aaron Wodin-Schwartz. This episode was recorded live at Brand USA Travel Week UK & Europe.

There is no easy solution for the South Fork's affordable housing crisis, which is striking schools, police departments and volunteer emergency corps hardest. A new idea is to use some of those same properties where men and women are employed, or where they volunteer, to build affordable housing and to give them an inside track at a place they can truly call home, in exchange for their employment or volunteering. Sag Harbor Village Mayor Tom Gardella floated the idea as a Village Board member to use the Sag Harbor Firehouse property in that way, and a similar plan has been pitched to East Hampton schools. Is it one possible answer? On October 12 for the latest Express Sessions discussion The Express News Group assembled Tim Fromm, assistant superintendent of East Hampton School District; Tom Gardella, Sag Harbor Village mayor; Curtis Highsmith, executive director, Southampton Town Housing Authority; Kirby Marcantonio, owner of Hampton Life; and Tommy John Schiavoni, Southampton Town councilman; at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor to discuss these innovation solutions.

In this episode, Brian is joined by Chip Rogers, President and CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association. The AHLA proudly serves its members who represent every segment of the hotel and lodging business across the country, including 80% of all franchised hotel properties in the United States, over 3.2 million rooms and 1,000 corporate members. Tune in to hear who Chip Thanks for helping him along the way.

Anna Blue brings more than two decades of social impact leadership to her role as President of the AHLA Foundation, the charitable arm of the American Hotel & Lodging Association, supporting a stronger and more equitable hotel industry workforce. In this episode, we talk about the opportunity she saw that attracted her to his role, how the Foundation is supporting hotels, the future of work, and what's most exciting to her now.Learn more about the AHLA Foundation, and connect with it hereFollow Anna on LinkedInFollow Anna on TwitterFollow Anna on InstagramListen to more of Anna's story in this interview with  Rachel Humphrey on DEI Advisors What did you think about this episode? Join the Hospitality Daily community on LinkedIn and share your thoughts. If you care about hospitality, check out the Masters of Moments podcast where Jake Wurzak interviews top leaders in hospitality. His conversations with Bashar Wali and Matt Marquis are a great place to start, but also check out his solo episodes such as how he underwrites investment deals and a deep dive into GP fees you know about. Music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

Today joining Alex & Annie is Kimberly Miles, Executive Director of the Vacation Rental Management Association (VRMA) - an international, professional trade association of the vacation and holiday rental property management and hospitality industries. Kimberly has been with the VRMA for 2 years, and previously had an impressive 19 year tenure at American Hotel & Lodging Association, where she advanced up to becoming their SVP of Operations.Our very own Alex Husner is also a board member of the VRMA, so on this episode Alex and Kimberly dive into highlighting the role of the Executive Board at VRMA. The 13 leaders that represent the board develop and drive the strategic course for the association and set out their goals and priorities to make sure the organization is always a valuable asset to the vacation rental industry and a true representative of the hospitality space.When Kimberly started with VRMA, they had just held their first in-person meeting since the pandemic. Associations were struggling in a remote world, so Kimberly had her hands full with reigniting the spark of in-person events. Within her first 6 months, she got up to speed with the task at hand and successfully held a staggering 1700 person event in San Antonio. After weathering the storm of returning in-person conferences, in 2022 Kimberly was able to shift her attention to the long-term planning and goals of VRMA and take a more strategic seat in her duties as Executive Director. The approach that the VRMA is taking to their growth strategy is centered around embracing change. The board is focused on adaptability, and their goal is to make sure that everyone in the industry has a place under the VRMA roof. The organization heavily emphasizes education as the best way to grow, and it's one of the reasons why they've become an industry leader.In order to maximize the reach of their educational efforts, the VRMA is always promoting their conferences and events, but they're also cognizant of the fact that not every vacation rental owner is doing this full time, meaning that lower-commitment educational sources like webinars and ebooks get the same amount of attention.There's a huge event on the horizon - The VRMA are hosting their International Conference in Orlando, October 22-25, 2023. The event is hosted at the Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, and Kimberly expects this to be a record breaker - so get your tickets now before they're sold out!!Tune into this episode to learn more about the exciting things that the VRMA have prepared for you, and we hope to see you all in-person in October at the 2023 VRMA International Conference!HIGHLIGHTS:01:58 What Does the Executive Board at VRMA Do?06:01 Kimberly's VRMA Post-Pandemic Onboarding10:03 VRMA's Growth Strategy14:35 Building Your Educational Engine17:15 Partnerships With Other Organizations21:40 What To Expect from the VRMA International Conference in October of 2023This episode is brought to you by Casago and Rev & Research!Connect with Kimberly:Website | LinkedinConnect with Alex and Annie:Alex Husner | Annie HolcombeAlexAndAnniePodcast.com

Hour 3: Keith Hernadez of SNY calls in to talk about Mets Opening Day and the effect of the pitch clock on the broadcast. They also talked about the shift and how teams will try to get around it. Jerry returns for an update and has sound from Gerritt Cole on his impressions of Anthony Volpe. Buck Showalter talked about the NL East being loaded this season. Mets GM Billy Eppler talked about needing to build up the farm system. The Knicks beat the Heat last night at the Garden. A caller wants to know how Boomer fits in the bathroom at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor. This turns into another discussion about Boomer's schwein. In the final segment of the hour, Gio wonders who he can bring to the box at the Yankees game. Dan in Carteret checks in and he's already in the Bronx. Dan said he is sitting with Craig Carton at today's game.

Hour 1: It's a no negativity day as it's Opening Day 2023 in Major League Baseball. Hope springs eternal on March 30th. The Yankees open at home and Anthony Volpe gets his first start at shortstop. Gio said the Yankees had been ‘stale', but Volpe is bringing them new life. The Mets open in Miami today and Boomer said they absolutely have to make the playoffs. Jerry is here for his first update but first Gio tells us he's having a rough morning so far after a rough night of not sleeping for no reason at all. Tiki & Tierney will be live from the Hard Rock at Yankee Stadium. Buck Showalter talked about expectations for this season. Jacob deGrom gets the start for the Texas Rangers today. The Knicks beat the Heat but lost Julius Randle to an ankle injury. The Nets beat the Rockets in Brooklyn. And the Islanders won again. In the final segment of the hour, a caller wants us to tell his boss that he should be able to go to Yankees Opening Day. Boomer talked about the last Opening Day at Shea and going to the game with Craig.    Hour 2: Gio said Spike seems very nervous about this live show. Gio ran into Craig Carton on the street yesterday and had a brief conversation that wound up on the air. How many hits do the Mets get against Sandy Alcantara? We talked about Justin Verlander being 1-6 in the World Series. We talked about the various entrance songs for Mets relievers. Jerry returns for an update and says he's never been to an Opening Day. He has no interest. Gerrit Cole talked about Anthony Volpe and adrenaline on opening day. Mets GM Billy Eppler is pumped about opening day. The Knicks lost Julius Randle to an ankle injury but they beat the Heat. Joel Embiid talked about winning or not winning the MVP. The Islanders won again. In the final segment of the hour, YES Network now has a direct to consumer way to watch the Yankees without having a cable subscription.  Hour 3: Keith Hernadez of SNY calls in to talk about Mets Opening Day and the effect of the pitch clock on the broadcast. They also talked about the shift and how teams will try to get around it. Jerry returns for an update and has sound from Gerritt Cole on his impressions of Anthony Volpe. Buck Showalter talked about the NL East being loaded this season. Mets GM Billy Eppler talked about needing to build up the farm system. The Knicks beat the Heat last night at the Garden. A caller wants to know how Boomer fits in the bathroom at the American Hotel in Sag Harbor. This turns into another discussion about Boomer's schwein. In the final segment of the hour, Gio wonders who he can bring to the box at the Yankees game. Dan in Carteret checks in and he's already in the Bronx. Dan said he is sitting with Craig Carton at today's game.  Hour 4: Gio said Josh Donaldson and Aaron Hicks better get off to a hot start or the fans will be all over them. What happens if you text the Yankees? Then they'll have your number to spam text you all day. A caller said Knicks Head Coach Tom Thibodeau's hair is distracting to watch. What should he do about his hair? Jerry returns for an update and starts with the Yankees having an official podcast now. Gerrit Cole talked about being on the battlefield or something. Jerry has the Yankees lineup for today. John Mara references Bono in a quote. The Knicks beat the Heat. In the final segment of the show, Gio hasn't gone to the bathroom in two days so Boomer shakes him up. Al called the town of Bradley Beach to report a neighbor's messy property.