Podcasts about arizona biltmore

In this sun-soaked episode of the Vibrant Voice, Cody & Meagan are kicking off summer vibes early by sharing their all-time favorite summer vacation spots. Whether you're craving coastal luxury, desert relaxation, or a mountain escape, we've got the perfect list of destinations that will inspire your next getaway—or give your property some hospitality ideas worth stealing.

College sports are changing and Big 12 Commisioner Brett Yorkmark is on the front line. He was at the Venues Now Conference at the Arizona Biltmore this week and sat down to talk with The Extra Point on Arizona's Family.

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Ted speaks with  Erik Peterson, President of PHX Architecture in Scottsdale, Arizona. Erik's career working on bespoke properties has given him an incredible amount of stories to tell and knowledge to impart. Today, Ted explores the history of these properties and the indelible mark left by Erik and his firm as they renovate and recreate their purpose in the modern world. Listen in to hear the remarkable  story of a kid from Chicago who made it big through perseverance, determination, and grit.TOPICS DISCUSSED[1:30] Erik, Frank Lloyd Wright and The Arizona Biltmore[14:05] How do you take an iconic property and update it without losing the essence?[16:50] How do you recover from doing a restoration and move on?[20:15] How do you feel about your iconic projects being renovated in the future?[22:20] Persistence pays off, success doesn't happen overnight[24:27] How to build a special moment[27:34] How do you guide young people?[31:35] How does traveling affect your craft?[34:45] Leaving an impression, but letting go of control[37:15] Just a kid from Chicago[39:30] Getting young people involved in the industry and transitioning to AI[45:22] What's different about what clients ask for now as opposed to 15 years ago?[48:20] Current projects[51:25]  What are you most proud of?CONNECT WITH GUESTErik PetersonWebsiteInstagramFacebookYoutubeLinkedInKEY QUOTES FROM EPISODEYeah, 1929 is when the Biltmore started. Now, it was later in the 30s that Wright decided the depression hits, he's got no work. He had been out here helping Albert Chase MacArthur, they were the developers of the Biltmore. The market crashed. He knew that Wright was in trouble. Wright didn't have work. He was kicked out of Taliesin in Wisconsin because his ex-wife got it repossessed. He was living with his new mistress in La Jolla. And Chase McArthur, who used to work with him back in Chicago, calls him up and says, hey, me and my brothers are doing this hotel. I know you need money.When I first was started and we were working at Taliesin, we went to California and we got to visit with an original owner that hired Frank Lloyd Wright to design the house. She was still in the house and she was a dancer and she had hired Frank Lloyd Wright and she said, design me a house that I feel like dancing in every single day. So here she was in her 90s, she could barely walk and she said, but I will tell you this,I still dance in this house every single day. And it just like sent those goosebumps up my spine. And I said, that's what I want. I want to be that. I wanna do that for somebody. And that's what keeps me going.Yeah, you know you want we as architects always want control but that's the thing that happens you're done You give it to them and you walk away and make they can do whatever they want with it. 

In this episode of the Club + Resort Talks podcast, editor Club + Resort Business Editor Rob Thomas chats with chats with Rob Goodhue, Director of Culinary Operations and Executive Chef at Hunters Run Country Club in Boynton Beach, Fla. Chef Rob has started a podcast of his own, named "Rare Talk." In his first episode, available on Spotify and iTunes, he talks about Restaurant Picks When Traveling: Vacation Dos and Don'ts of Dining. Example ... Don't expect a great steak at a place that serves a wide variety of other foods. In additional episodes, Chef Rob will cover BBQ, Country Club Dining vs. Public Restaurants, and the "Skinny on Steaks." Check it out and subscribe for interesting culinary topics. Thomas and C+RB Senior Editor Phil Keren also discussed the recent news from across the industry. From club openings at the Arizona Biltmore, Alabama's Pines Crossings and the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Ponte Vedra, Fla., to a brand new private club breaking ground in Traphill, N.C., there was a lot to cover. Also, be sure to read Kevin Daniel Lalumiere's most recent column—Create the ‘Something' They Will Return To (Tactics for Retaining Seasonal Workforces). The golf and tennis seasons are almost over across much of the country. What can these clubs do to ensure their valuable staff will return in 2024? The boss at The Country Club of New Canaan has some great ideas to share.

In the exhilarating Episode 47 of the Virtual GM Podcast, our hosts Cody Adent & Kyle Aldrige, in the midst of the bustling ambiance at the BITACH Purchasing and Design 2023, engages in a captivating conversation with the illustrious Jamess Skunkcap. Join us as we glean insights from Jamess, the esteemed Hotel Housekeeping Manager at the renowned Shoshone Bannock Casino in Fort Hall, Idaho.Amidst the grandeur of the historic Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria property, Jamess graces our podcast with her profound wisdom and industry expertise. She delves into her deep-seated passion for the hospitality sector, highlighting her favorite travel destination, the vibrant city of Las Vegas. Furthermore, Jamess sheds light on her affinity for the Hilton hotel brand, showcasing her penchant for top-notch service and exceptional guest experiences.Throughout the episode, Jamess illuminates the quintessential pillars for an impeccable housekeeping team. With her profound experience, she emphasizes the significance of maintaining high cleanliness standards as the cornerstone of any successful hotel operation. Moreover, she emphasizes the importance of going the extra mile to ensure guests' utmost satisfaction, fostering a culture of genuine care and personalized service.Drawing from her invaluable leadership experience, Jamess underscores the pivotal role of teamwork in fostering a harmonious and efficient work environment. In her profound words, "Teamwork makes the dream work," she encapsulates the essence of collaborative efforts and shared goals within a dedicated housekeeping team.Tune in to Episode 47 of the Virtual GM Podcast for an enriching and insightful conversation with the remarkable Jamess Skunkcap, where hospitality meets excellence, and every detail matters.Hotel & Casino: https://shobangaming.com/BITAC: https://bitac.net/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

In Episode 48 of the Virtual GM Podcast, get ready to embark on an exciting journey as our host Spencer Halford & Cody Adent sit down with the renowned industry leader, J. Viola, Chief Operating Officer at BITAC Events. Broadcasting live from the historic Arizona Biltmore, a luxurious Waldorf Astoria property, during the iconic BITAC Purchasing and Design 2023 event, this episode is filled with exclusive insights and revelations.Join us as J. Viola provides a tantalizing glimpse into the future, revealing the impressive lineup of 15 BITAC events scheduled for 2024. Learn what sets BITAC apart and makes it a paramount experience in the realm of events and hospitality. Discover the magic that transforms attendees into valued members of the BITAC family, fostering an unparalleled sense of community and camaraderie.Get ready to immerse yourself in the heart and soul of the BITAC experience as we uncover what makes these events truly exceptional. Tune in for an engaging discussion that delves deep into the essence of building lasting industry relationships and fostering meaningful connections.Connect w/J. Here:Email: jviola@bitac.net Website: https://bitac.net/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-viola-12ba5110/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

Welcome to Episode 50 of the Virtual GM Podcast, where we had the pleasure of hosting the illustrious Liza Koeda, Principal at Cober Koeda. Coming to you live from the Arizona Biltmore, a renowned Waldorf Astoria property at BITAC Purchasing and Design 2023, this episode promises an insightful peek into the world of hospitality design and the art of crafting exceptional spaces.Liza Koeda brings a unique blend of architectural prowess and interior design finesse, honed through over 15 years of international experience in the realm of hospitality design. Her journey from spearheading hotel projects to crafting opulent residential properties has culminated in the establishment of her brainchild, CoberKoeda, Inc. - a thriving boutique design studio driven by an unwavering passion for unconventional and captivating designs.Join us as Liza delves into the intricacies of her design philosophy, revealing how her global experiences, unrelenting dedication, and innate creative talent have fostered her continual pursuit of groundbreaking designs. From the genesis of her career to the founding of CoberKoeda, Inc., Liza shares her insights into the art of creating distinct, narrative-driven design stories for every space she encounters.Discover the true essence of a successful designer's journey through Liza's perspective, as she articulates the exhilarating realization of her design visions materializing into tangible, lived experiences. Tune in to Episode 50 for a compelling conversation that promises to inspire and invigorate your own creative endeavors.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coberkoeda/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liza-koeda-b0609a92/Website: https://www.coberkoeda.com/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

Welcome to Episode 50 of the Virtual GM Podcast, where we bring you insights from the most influential figures in the hospitality industry. In this milestone episode, we had the privilege of hosting the esteemed Marji Waldman, Principal and President at Stroud Group, joining us live from the prestigious Arizona Biltmore, a renowned Waldorf Astoria property, during the BITAC Purchasing and Design 2023 event.Marji's journey is nothing short of inspirational. Back in 1987, she embarked on her entrepreneurial odyssey, establishing The Stroud Group in Maryland as a local arm of Stroud Purchasing in Pennsylvania. Initially focused on providing procurement services to properties in the vicinity, Marji's visionary approach led to an expansion of services and clientele, encompassing a diverse array of high-end hotels, casinos, resorts, and 4 to 5-star properties across the global landscape.Her remarkable success story can be attributed to her unwavering commitment to personalized service, ensuring that each client feels uniquely valued. Marji has consistently gone above and beyond, leveraging her expertise to enhance her clients' properties, fortify their bottom lines, and meet critical deadlines. Notably, her emphasis on leveraging cutting-edge technology has set new industry standards for reporting precision, even while managing an array of large-scale projects.It's no wonder Entrepreneur Magazine bestowed upon Marji the esteemed title of "Female Entrepreneur of the Year," a testament to her exceptional leadership and groundbreaking contributions to the hospitality industry. Join us as we delve into her incredible journey, explore her unparalleled expertise, and uncover the secrets behind her enduring success in the fiercely competitive world of hospitality procurement. Tune in to gain exclusive insights from a true pioneer and visionary in the field.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestroudgroup/Website: https://www.stroudgroup.com/LinkdeIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marji-waldman-18032210/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

Welcome to Episode 51 of the Virtual GM Podcast! In this special live edition, we are thrilled to have Michael Kaye, Partner at Procure by Design and Director of Design and Procurements at Skyline International Development, as our esteemed guest.Join us as we delve into the intricate world of hospitality design and procurement with Michael, who brings a wealth of experience from his dynamic journey in the industry. From his early roles as Project Manager and Director of Food and Beverage for downtown hotels to his current influential position, Michael has been instrumental in shaping the essence of numerous iconic properties.With a meticulous eye for aesthetic detail and a profound understanding of the art of hospitality, Michael has left an indelible mark on Skyline's exceptional hotel portfolio, including The Pantages Hotel Toronto Centre, The Cosmopolitan Toronto Centre Hotel and Spa, Shizen Spa, Eight Wine Bar, and the Discovery Center at Port McNicoll, to name a few.In this insightful episode, we explore Michael's innovative approach to blending functionality, comfort, and style in his designs, all while ensuring each project surpasses expectations for quality and functionality. We uncover the essence of his design philosophy, where every environment is tailored to the unique preferences and needs of every individual customer.Tune in to gain exclusive insights into the cutting-edge design elements and premium materials that form the backbone of Michael's unparalleled creations. Recorded live from the historic Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria property, during BITAC Purchasing and Design 2023, this episode promises to be an inspiring exploration of the artistry and vision behind some of the world's most remarkable hospitality projects.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/procurebydesign/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-k-21065813/Website: https://www.procurebydesign.com/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

Welcome to Episode 52 of the Virtual GM Podcast! Today, broadcasting live from the prestigious Arizona Biltmore, a Waldorf Astoria property, during BITAC Purchasing and Design 2023. Join us in this riveting episode with our esteemed guest, Jodi Sandler, Senior Design Director at Fontainebleau Development.Jodi's illustrious career in the world of design spans over a decade, encompassing a diverse range of projects across the globe. From Miami to Hong Kong, she has left an indelible mark on the realms of High-End Multi-Family Residential, Hospitality, Residential Retail, and Restaurant sectors. Her extensive experience in the design and construction process has positioned her as a trailblazer in the industry.In our discussion, we shed light on the much-anticipated Fontainebleau Las Vegas, set to open its doors on December 13th. Boasting an impressive 67-story structure, a sprawling 6-acre pool complex, and an array of 36 bars and restaurants, this architectural gem is poised to redefine luxury in Las Vegas.One of the key highlights of our conversation revolves around Jodi's instrumental role in designing the guest rooms at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Her meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to creating immersive and opulent spaces have set a new standard for luxury accommodation. Join us as we unveil the intricate process behind the guest room design, gaining exclusive insights into Jodi's creative vision and the seamless fusion of comfort and extravagance that defines the Fontainebleau experience.Don't miss out on this exclusive episode where we delve into the convergence of design excellence and unparalleled hospitality at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Tune in now to embark on a journey through the world of luxury, creativity, and innovation with Jodi Sandler on the Virtual GM Podcast!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fontainebleaudevelopment/Website: https://www.fbdev.com/Las Vegas Resort: https://www.instagram.com/fontainebleaulasvegas/Miami Resort: https://www.instagram.com/fontainebleau/Jodi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodibsand/Jodi LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-sandler-asid-7a006b30/ Follow us on Instagram - @thevibrantteam@virtualgmpodcastCheckout our website - www.thevibrantteam.com

Women make up the majority of the more than 80,000 interior designer positions in the industry today, yet only a fraction occupy positions of leadership. Why is that, and what challenges do female designers face in an industry that's still male dominated, especially in the commercial segment? In this episode, Managing Principal Jill Cole of Cole Martinez Curtis & Associates shares her insights and experiences about coming up in the industry and the challenges we all face today, regardless of who you are or where you are in your career. Don't miss the opener in this important series of conversations.  Meet our guest Jill Cole is the Managing Principal of Cole Martinez Curtis and Associates. She has devoted herself exclusively to hotel, resort, and recreational properties. She has designed a myriad of prestigious projects, from The Arizona Biltmore to the legendary Château de la Crée in Santenay, France. Extraordinary California properties include Canyon Ranch in Woodside, The Bel Air Country Club, The Lodge at Pebble Beach, and LUMA Hotel San Francisco. For her work, Cole has received Gold Key, Designers Circle, and ARDY awards for interior design. Memberships include the International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) and Hospitality Design‘s Platinum Circle. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iandsdesign/support

Mary D'Argenis-Fernandez grew up practically living in hotels. Her family spent their summers traveling and staying at different properties, sometimes for weeks on end. While their father worked, Mary and her sister, Katrina, would pass their time people-watching. “We would sit for hours in the lobby and watch the action around us,” says Mary. “We noticed how the staff greeted guests when they checked in and interacted with guests in general.” Her love of being immersed in the hotel industry was born from these annual trips, but her career in hospitality started when she was in high school working at Disney's Magic Kingdom making ice cream cones. “I loved my job and the company,” she says. “I had fun every day. I laughed with my co-workers and had a blast.” Although Mary originally intended to pursue a law degree, she decided to follow the path she knew would make her happier and give her the most professional satisfaction. With that, Mary returned to the Walt Disney Company after graduate school where she was promoted to a restaurant manager and an area manager soon thereafter. In that first year, Mary was selected to be a facilitator for the Walt Disney Company's legendary training program, Traditions. “In that role, I realized I could make an impact in the way employees interacted with guests and how they felt about their jobs,” she says. “By helping them feel connected to their work, there was the potential to increase retention, guest satisfaction, and profitability.” Subsequent roles at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, and Fairmont Hotels followed the years she spent at Disney. In 2015, Mary launched MDA Hospitality and counts some of the world's most prestigious hotels as her clients, including Conrad properties in New York, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles, the Waldorf Astoria Chicago, and the historic Arizona Biltmore. In addition to these iconic properties, clients include luxury residential communities, clubs, a national specialty grocer, and an international technology company. Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts from the College of the Holy Cross, a Master of Education from Worcester State University, and a Master of Business Administration from Webster University. Although Florida is home, Mary spends more than half of her time on the road. “It's just like when I was at Disney,” she says. “I love my job and never feel like I'm working.” Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Mary D'Argenis-Fernandez: Website: https://mdahospitality.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdahospitality/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mdahospitality/

The Twentyman in the Huddle podcast is on the road again, this time at the 2023 NFL Annual Meetings from the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. In this week's episode, presented by Microsoft, Lions head coach Dan Campbell makes his podcast debut alongside Tim Twentyman. The two discuss the Lions' recent acquisitions of C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Cam Sutton and Emmanuel Moseley in free agency, why it was important to re-sign players like John Cominsky, Alex Anzalone and Isaiah Buggs and what Campbell is looking forward to when players return to the facility on April 17. After some last words from Coach Campbell, Tim is then joined by producer PJ Clark to recap the first wave of free agency, the rule proposals at the 2023 NFL Annual Meetings and Brad Holmes' press conference in Phoenix. Stay tuned for more episodes as the Lions prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Carolina Panthers are taking a short hiatus away from their Pro Day Tour as they, along with the rest of the NFL take part in NFL Owners Meetings at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. The Panthers made their intentions known that they're all-in on a QB when they traded up to No. 1 a few weeks ago. The Panthers have followed that move by building a roster around their young rookie QB. How does the Panthers free agency rank compared to the rest of the NFC South? Football Outsiders released their free agency grades on Monday. Julian Council reacts to what they believe is a strong free agency period for Carolina.Panthers HC Frank Reich met with the meeting at NFL Owners Meetings on Tuesday detailing the team's QB search, why they went with a rookie over a veteran, and provided thoughts on the newly-signed DJ Chark.Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Built BarBuilt Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order.Ultimate Football GMTo download the game just visit Ultimate-GM.com or look it up on the app stores. Our listeners get a 100% free boost to their franchise when using the promo LOCKEDON (ALL CAPS) in the game store.FanDuelMake Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Carolina Panthers are taking a short hiatus away from their Pro Day Tour as they, along with the rest of the NFL take part in NFL Owners Meetings at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. The Panthers made their intentions known that they're all-in on a QB when they traded up to No. 1 a few weeks ago. The Panthers have followed that move by building a roster around their young rookie QB. How does the Panthers free agency rank compared to the rest of the NFC South? Football Outsiders released their free agency grades on Monday. Julian Council reacts to what they believe is a strong free agency period for Carolina. Panthers HC Frank Reich met with the meeting at NFL Owners Meetings on Tuesday detailing the team's QB search, why they went with a rookie over a veteran, and provided thoughts on the newly-signed DJ Chark. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Built Bar Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKEDON15,” and you'll get 15% off your next order. Ultimate Football GM To download the game just visit Ultimate-GM.com or look it up on the app stores. Our listeners get a 100% free boost to their franchise when using the promo LOCKEDON (ALL CAPS) in the game store. FanDuel Make Every Moment More. Don't miss the chance to get your No Sweat First Bet up to ONE THOUSAND DOLLARS in Bonus Bets when you go FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon met the media on Tuesday at the NFC coaches breakfast, part of the NFL owners meetings taking place at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Gannon provided an update on Kyler Murray's knee rehab, the future of DeAndre Hopkins, additions made during free agency and more. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch react to Gannon's comments, update the Hopkins situation and look ahead to the 2023 NFL Draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon met the media on Tuesday at the NFC coaches breakfast, part of the NFL owners meetings taking place at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Gannon provided an update on Kyler Murray's knee rehab, the future of DeAndre Hopkins, additions made during free agency and more. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch react to Gannon's comments, update the Hopkins situation and look ahead to the 2023 NFL Draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relentlessly Local Real Estate w/ Oleg Bortman of The Brokery   BRT S04 EP08 (170) 2-19-2023 What We Learned This Week Rich Dad Poor Dad - make money $ work for you, not the other way around Relentlessly Local - Geo Farming your area, & know it backwards & forwards Real Estate is a business, learn your P&L Marketing Plan - Attract the clients, team, & partners you want, repel the rest     Guest: Oleg Bortman of The Brokery https://thebrokery.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/oleg-bortman-215099a/  Instagram @olegbortman   Oleg Bortman is co-founder of The Brokery residential real estate brokerage. Born in Ukraine, Oleg moved to the United States in 1979 as his family sought the American Dream. Oleg studied biology at York College and upon graduation began working in Pharmaceutical sales, and was a Regional Sales Director for a fortune 100 Pharmaceutical Company for several years. However, deep down, Oleg knew his true passion was and is real estate. He bought his first investment property in 1999 and quickly became captivated with the entire real estate market. He expanded his portfolio from New Jersey to Nevada and then on to Arizona, quickly seeing his return on investments. When Oleg moved out West, he realized he didn't just want to be an investor, he wanted to give other people the same opportunity he has had. He loves working not only with buyers, but sellers and investors as well. Oleg has been in real estate for over ten years as it continues to be his dream career.   Notes The Brokery - Oleg Bortman   Seg 1 Oleg has a Pharma sales background, what he did for 15 years in New Jersey and then in Nevada. He met his real estate partner Tucker in Phoenix about 2010, and they started a real estate firm called Suits with an office in the Arizona Biltmore Hotel. Since then they've grown over 10+ years with four total offices. Their main office is now on 40th St. They are soon to open an office in Scottsdale, with a goal to open 8 or 9 offices total. They have 60 agents that work at the brokerage, 1099 tax set up who hang their license there. They also have 4 full-time employees. They did a total of $350 million in sales in 2022, residential real estate, with the two partners doing $100 million of that. Phoenix market is very desirable for people to live in. Always good to be working, and living in a community and city that is growing. In the winter months and early spring January through May - Phoenix is very crowded and exciting place. The housing market is seasonal, with the summer being very slow. Snowbirds will make plans to get a rental five or 6 months in advance. Typically these are people from the Midwest where taxes and property taxes are high. East Coast, New York or New Jersey have very high property taxes. If you own a $1.5 million dollar house in New York, your property taxes could be $50,000 a year. If you own a $1.5 million dollar home in Phoenix, your property taxes could be $6 to 12K. Property taxes are five times more expensive on the East Coast. Somebody owning a home on the East Coast, could buy a home in Phoenix at a substantial discount. The Brokery deals in residential sales and re-sales. And then they also have a sister company that deals in rentals. Oleg is originally from Ukraine and was living in New Jersey. He did Pharma sales B2B, selling to doctors office. He worked with the company Abbot and eventually was transferred to the West Coast in Las Vegas, and then move to Phoenix. He highly recommends the book, Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, learning the key concept - having money working for you, not the other way around. Initially invested in real estate in Las Vegas. He bought multiple condos with a cost of $70 K to 100 K. During the financial crisis of 2008 he watch those condos lose 50% of their value.   Seg 2 Tucker Blaylock is his partner, a native of Arizona and an ex-Marine. He is highly organized and very good at marketing for a business. Oleg does the sales. They started the real estate firm called - The Suits in an office at the Arizona Biltmore hotel lobby. The second office is on 40th St. in the Arcadia area near LGO. 2019 they got their 3rd office near North Central and Bethany area. They owned the buildings of all their offices. Their next and 4th office will be opening in Scottsdale soon. They teach all their brokers how to own and run a business. This involves, how to read and set up a profit and loss, P&L. Their brokers are all 1099 reps. Each time they recruit a new broker they set them up with a seasoned broker as a mentor. They teach them how to build their own brand and become a listing agent. There are listing agents and buyers agents. You learn to create a business model, and also build your image with business attire. Then you invest back in yourself doing advertising and marketing. Their clients could be spending $3 or 5 or even $15 million on a property so they have an expectation of what their agent is. The Brokery is a boutique real estate firm. Realtors can get their license in 2  weeks, but need to go back to school for 90 hours to get a broker license.   Seg 3 They recently were selling a housing complex called karma which was created by Boyer Vertical architecture firm, run by Jason Boyer. Karma is located 13th St. and Bethany, has 11 homes. It is a sustainable build with careful attention to detail and design with window locations and the layout. They also have clean tech, like span electrical panels. Boyer also created Our House development, in midtown Phoenix. Other builders they work with are, Jason Kush, with a development in North Scottsdale on Jomax. Branding and marketing are the key to any business. You want to attract like-minded people, employees, partners, and clients. Then repel people that do not fit with your brand. The Brokery brand is ‘relentlessly local'. Mini builders have a style to how they do it, an example is Trent Hancock of Camelot, they built Ranch Mine.   Seg 4 Book recommendations, Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki, Tipping Point, and Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell. One of the main themes of Outliers, is you have to practice for 10,000 hours to become an expert. Geographic Farming - marketing, where a real estate broker or agent mails postcards to an area on a consistent basis. Relentlessly local, know the neighborhood. They do an analysis of an area, and determine the ROI for that area. Then you do research and scout the area with every day direct mailers and MLS direct mail route. They know the ROI of mailers. Agents need consistent mailing month by month for the whole year - 12 months. You mail postcards (best value) 2x / month for 6 months, then 1x / month for life. In the first 6 months you've created a brand as potential clients see your face 2x a month. They also use print magazine ads also, it is very visual. Overall this is a shotgun approach, where 3% will transact, and 3% will buy. Real estate agents are their own CEO, and it takes 3 to 5 years to really build your business. You have carrying cost of mailers which could go from 6 to 9 months before you're getting good returns on your money. In the interim real estate agents need to do other things to develop deals. One thing is to have a listing, do an open house and have people see the house. This can equate to free leads. You also do as many face-to-face meetings with the network you already have. You call everybody you know to let them know that you're in real estate, and have listings in the neighborhood you work in. You work one neighborhood and you dominate it. You know the neighborhood - this is sales and marketing. Then when a prospect asks you about a supermarket, school location or a good restaurant, you know it all.     Real Estate Topic: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/Real+Estate-Construction-Land-Farming   Investing Topic: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/investing More - BRT Best of: https://brt-show.libsyn.com/category/Best+Of     Thanks for Listening. 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Brad Phillips is the Senior VP of Business Development at RM Sotheby's, the world's largest collector car auction house by total sales. They conduct auctions around the world and this month they will return for their annual Arizona Auction takes place January 26th at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix where they realized over $43 million is sales in2022. 

Gord Duff is Global Head of Auctions for RM Sotheby's, the world's premier automotive auction house. He and his team conduct auctions around the world and this month they will return for their annual Arizona Auction takes place January 26th at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. 

Mary D'Argenis-Fernandez grew up practically living in hotels. Her family spent their summers traveling and staying at different properties, sometimes for weeks on end. While their father worked, Mary and her sister, Katrina, would pass their time people-watching. “We would sit for hours in the lobby and watch the action around us,” says Mary. “We noticed how the staff greeted guests when they checked in and interacted with guests in general.” Her love of being immersed in the hotel industry was born from these annual trips, but her career in hospitality started when she was in high school working at Disney's Magic Kingdom making ice cream cones. “I loved my job and the company,” she says. “I had fun every day. I laughed with my co-workers and had a blast.” Although Mary originally intended to pursue a law degree, she decided to follow the path she knew would make her happier and give her the most professional satisfaction. With that, Mary returned to the Walt Disney Company after graduate school where she was promoted to a restaurant manager and an area manager soon thereafter. In that first year, Mary was selected to be a facilitator for the Walt Disney Company's legendary training program, Traditions. “In that role, I realized I could make an impact in the way employees interacted with guests and how they felt about their jobs,” she says. “By helping them feel connected to their work, there was the potential to increase retention, guest satisfaction, and profitability.” Subsequent roles at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, and Fairmont Hotels followed the years she spent at Disney. In 2015, Mary launched MDA Hospitality and counts some of the world's most prestigious hotels as her clients, including Conrad properties in New York, Washington D.C., and Los Angeles, the Waldorf Astoria Chicago, and the historic Arizona Biltmore. In addition to these iconic properties, clients include luxury residential communities, clubs, a national specialty grocer, and an international technology company. Mary holds a Bachelor of Arts from the College of the Holy Cross, a Master of Education from Worcester State University, and a Master of Business Administration from Webster University. Although Florida is home, Mary spends more than half of her time on the road. “It's just like when I was at Disney,” she says. “I love my job and never feel like I'm working.” Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Mary D'Argenis-Fernandez: Website: https://mdahospitality.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdahospitality/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mdahospitality/

The sky was ablaze with flames and flashing lights as a historic landmark smoldered into the night. Reconstruction would require precise supervision to copy Frank Lloyd Wright's original style. This enormous undertaking was necessary to preserve one of Arizona's prized hotels. Tune in for the rest of the story! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arizona_Biltmore_Hotel

In this episode, Steve is joined by Chef Gordon Maybury, the Director of Culinary at the JW Marriot Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa. Chef Gordon is an incredible creative culinary professional with more than 30 years of progressive, worldwide experience in the Hospitality industry. Some of Chef Gordon's former roles include Executive Chef at The Arizona Biltmore, Executive Chef at PGA National Resort and Spa, and Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef at renowned properties such as Loews Miami Beach Hotel and Peninsula Hotel in New York. In this conversation, Chef Gordon talks about his journey as a chef that has taken him all over the world and the lessons he has learned while working in hospitality. This episode is brought to you by our podcast partners at RealTime Reservation. Their inventory management system is best in class for hotels and resorts to manage their non-room inventory. The web-based application allows for creative upselling of overnight and daytime visitors with add-ons and pre-planned packages. Hotel guests and non-guests can reserve cabanas, pool chairs, activities, amenities, excursions, events, day passes, and much more. To learn more check them out here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of the Hotel Design Podcast, we welcome award-winning designer Therese Virserius, Founder of Virserius Studio. She's worked on projects such as W Atlanta Midtown, Renaissance Paris La Défense Hotel, Hyatt Regency Montreal and others such as the Arizona Biltmore.   Host Glenn Haussman and Therese start off by discussing how she envisioned some of the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas' suites and its guestrooms. “It was a massive project,” says Therese, as she describes the process of renewing the property five floors at a time, touching 3,000 rooms. The two discuss artistic point of view, Therese's Swedish heritage, her global travels around Europe and Asia, and how experiences with many cultures affects her design approach. Interestingly she worked with IKEA, but in business development and logistics. Turns out that wasn't satisfying enough, and her curiosity propelled her in the direction of hotel design. They move on to discussing the reimagining of the Frank Lloyd Wright inspired Arizona Biltmore Waldorf Astoria hotel, and the challenges and opportunities to modernizing a historic hotel while still paying respect to its iconic roots. They discuss the delicate balance of adding new design elements. Her biggest challenge: harmonizing a property that has had many expansions and “potentially less diligence in honoring the original design.” Turns out that over the decades, renovation drifted from the original concept, so they discuss balancing the need to honor the hotel's historic nature vs. newer elements where permitted, opening up spaces for more flow, creating new spaces that evoke a historic feel and modernizing the cottages. Therese discusses the importance of materials, managing historic vs. non historic project elements, reinventing the event space around the main lawn with a new bar/ lounge, site line connections, the hotel's signature cottages, opening up congested spaces in the main building and more. Plus, they discuss the use of LVT as a design element and how it adds to the overall look and feel of the newly reinvented cottages. Then Glenn and Therese move from the desert environment to one decidedly beachier, The Ray Hotel Delray Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton in Florida. The two use this property to discuss creating something inherently of the region; one that is a beach hotel, yet not actually on the beach. Plus, they discuss the challenges and solutions to creating an eye-catching hotel required to follow many specific architectural related regulations. Here, Therese created an escape that manages to feel upscale and modern with a design she dubs “tropical modernism”. Some tricks she leveraged was to create different zones in public spaces that freely flow but also feels distinct. It's also about breaking down the barriers between the staff, customers, and the overall experience so that a guest can feel more comfortable and ultimately hopefully feel more at home. She also discusses design strategies such as utilizing mirrors to create the feeling of more space, how lighting affects mood and can be utilized in different ways throughout the day, and other useful pieces of advice. They also talk about the continual journey of learning and how to leverage the nuances of different desires, cultures, consumer behavior to create memorable, functional designs and how to keep yourself mentally fit and constantly creative. Follow along with some great project visuals on our website - http://hoteldesignpodcast.com/ - and subscribe to our new Youtube page to watch the video interview!

Stella grew up in Ohio and studied Economics and Japanese at Princeton University. Stella made a career change at 30 from investment banking to fashion. She moved from San Francisco to New York where she worked her way up at iconic American brands Liz Claiborne, Limited Brands, Henri Bendel and Ralph Lauren.Stella always fantasized about moving to California. She vividly remembers the debut of Beverly Hills 90210 and wanting to have a life of pool parties. After 7 years in both San Francisco and New York, she felt she won the career lottery by getting a job as the Director of Retail at a private equity company that invests in the leisure space in the Palm Springs area. Stella spent 8 years as the Director of Retail at KSL Resorts, buying for 5 Star, 5 Diamond and resorts on the National Historical registry including The Hotel Del, La Quinta Resort, Arizona Biltmore, The Homestead, Grand Wailea, Miraval, The Grove Park Inn, La Costa, and Monarch Beach Resort.Catering to a guest on vacation is a passion for Stella. Her mission is to give that guest a physical manifestation of their time of leisure so they can keep that memory alive. Life presented a crossroads to Stella when her company relocated to Irvine. Stella had found her home in Rancho Mirage and needed to create her own way. This is when Rancho Relaxo was born.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranchorelaxoca/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RanchoRelaxoCALIYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoqnA0XRjY9cUeW016NEVGgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/54284245/admin/Invest: https://ranchorelaxoca.com/invest-in-rr/Corporate Events: https://ranchorelaxoca.com/corporate-events/

Paul Harvey - Arizona Biltmore (Fire and rebuilding of landmark)

Enter a stirring world of trap doors, underworld mob bosses, revolving bookcases, big band jazz, and mysterious cover-ups involving presidents and silent movie stars. Taste bootlegged gin in the Mystery Room of the Arizona Biltmore or unlock the concealed cellar at the 21 Club on W 52nd in New York. That is if you can find a way inside. Follow along on Instagram and Facebook (@secret.passages.pod). Get in touch at https://www.secretpassagespodcast.com/. Researched, written, and produced by E.S. Rodenbiker. Cover art by @game.of.pricks.

Arizona Biltmore for lodging if you like luxury. It has Marilyn Monroe's favorite pool. The Arogant Butcher is close to Talking Stick Arena and boasts amazing food. Shopping? Try some outdoor shops on Cammelback. And don't forget the Wrigley Mansion or Taliesen West for history, opulence and design. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/TravelingTwogether/support

In this special edition episode of Suite Spot, we recap the recent 2018 Lodging Conference. It took place at the beautiful Arizona Biltmore resort in Phoenix, AZ. Host Ryan Embree is joined by Travel Media Group’s Senior Director of Product, Jason Lee as they discuss the current state and future of the hotel industry.  Listen and learn, as they analyze the opportunities and threats to the current prosperous era for hoteliers. This episode is a great way to get insight into what the power players and brand leaders are saying about the hotel business today. 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 the Suite Spot where hoteliers check in and we check out what's trending and hotel marketing. I'm your host, Ryan Embree. Ryan Embree: Hello and welcome everyone. You are listening to the Suite Spot. This is Ryan Embree, your host. Thank you for listening today. We've got a very special and exciting episode of Suite Spot where we are going to be reflecting on the most recent 2018 Lodging Conference which happened here at the end of September of 2018. I had the pleasure and was fortunate enough to attend the conference myself as well as our guest that we're going to be having on today and we're going to give you a couple of takeaways and get a good grasp on some of the key points. So today let's go ahead and welcome Jason Lee. He's our senior director of product and technology. I was fortunate enough to travel with Jason to the Lodging Conference. He has been to the conference multiple times, so he's going to have a some different insight on what the differences might have been in the past versus this year. So let's go ahead and welcome Jason in. Jason, welcome back to the show. Jason Lee: Thank you very much. Thanks for having me back. After my last performance, I was hoping that you would invite me back. I didn't know for sure. Ryan Embree: Absolutely. So today, as mentioned, we're gonna be talking about the Lodging Conference and this isn't the first time you've been, you've been a number of years now. I wanted to get your impression of, you know, this year's overall sentiment and how maybe this year's Lodging Conference has been different than years past. Jason Lee: Yeah I think like in terms of different from years past, you know, I remember going to the Lodging Conference right after the recession, you know, the 2010 / 2011 times and, and I think there was a lot of like, hey, you know, or we do see some trends going the right way, but are we ever going to get back to 2007 / 2006 levels of occupancy and revenue? Um, and I think, you know, over the last few years we've seen a lot of optimism and a lot of like, hey, the state of the industry. It looks really great and it's really awesome and I think this year you're seeing the same numbers as the previous probably five years of like, Hey, this is good, good growth. Um, but now it's a little more like, how long is this growth gonna go? Can we keep this going? Um, some people, they're feeling very optimistic and thinking that we're, we're, you know, the, that the, uh, the hotel supply line is correct. We're not overbuilding. The influx of travel seems to be going well. Millennial travelers and baby boomer travel seems to be, you know, on the rise. So you're looking at good segmentation and solid revenue projections. Um, but then at the same time it's like, or there could be some sort of economic collapse or there could be some kind of other thing that could happen that could cause a derailment that everything right now looks very, very positive. Ryan Embree: Right. And we heard "cautious optimism" a lot throughout the conference and you're right, you know, we've been hearing it from brands, we heard it from management groups that,

In this interview Tieraona Low Dog, M.D., discusses the state of micronutrient deficiencies in America. Vitamin D, vitamin B6, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, and even vitamin C are deficient in tens of millions of Americans. Tieraona Low Dog, M.D. also discusses what can be done to identify and treat what she calls a “hidden epidemic of micronutrient deficiencies.”  Tieraona Low Dog, M.D. will be speaking at the AANP Annual Conference, which will be held July 12-15, 2017, at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Approximate listening time: 23 minutes About the Author Tieraona Low Dog, M.D., began her exploration of natural medicine and its role in modern health care more than 35 years ago while studying midwifery, herbal medicine, massage therapy and martial arts before earning her medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine. She served as the Fellowship Director at the University of Arizona Center for Integrative Medicine, where she oversaw the training of more than 500 physicians and nurse practitioners in integrative medicine and is currently the Fellowship Director for the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine. An internationally recognized expert in integrative medicine, dietary supplements and women’s health, Tieraona Low Dog, M.D. was appointed by President Bill Clinton to the White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative Medicine Policy, and has served as Chair of the US Pharmacopeia Dietary Supplements and Botanicals Expert Information Panel. Learn more about Tieraona Low Dog, M.D.

In this episode of The Traveling Economics Teacher we are introduced to Mr. Rob Razavi, historian at the Arizona Biltmore resort, Phoenix, AZ.  The concept of product differentiation is highlighted as Instructor Muender and Mr. Razavi discuss the history and unique setting of this beautiful historic hotel which is known worldwide as the "Jewel of the Desert." This distinguished resort boasts having hosted 13 US presidents thus far. Celebrities of all sorts have enjoyed the hospitality of the resort since its opening in 1929. The architect of the original structures, Albert Chase McArthur, was a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright served as the consulting architect for the initial construction.  Having begun service during the time of the Great Depression, it has been quite an accomplishment to achieve such ongoing and unparalleled success. Contributor: Melissa Muender *Note: There are some audio issues that could not be fixed or edited out, since this was a live interview on a portable device in a public setting.  We are sorry for any inconvenience this causes.

Kevin Cornish is the Executive Director of the Arizona Concours d’Elegance, a premier event held at The Arizona Biltmore in Scottsdale. This prestigious concours kicks off a week of auctions and events that are held every year at the end of January. Kevin has been restoring and collecting automobiles for the past 15 years and has a particular affinity for pre-war classics and automobiles that were “ahead of their time in their time”. The mission of the Arizona Concours is simple - produce an event that would become recognized worldwide as a serious Concours and to raise significant monies for a children’s charity. I’m proud to say that Cars Yeah is a sponsor of this fantastic event. You can learn more about the concours at ArizonaConcours.com

Hotel History Alert! ... An in-depth interview by Editor-in-Chief Glenn Haussman with General Manager Andrew Stegen and hotel historian Becky Blaine.

This week's podcast is based on my presentation today at the Arizona Society of CPAs' Arizona Federal Tax Insitute held at the Arizona Biltmore. The Biltmore is located just south and slightly west of Piestewa Peak and not terribly far from my office in Phoenix (less than a ten minute drive--and that only because my office is closest to the back side of the resort, so you have to drive around it first). There are a number of pieces of material for this podcast available. You probably will want each of the following: 1. The Manual 2. Excel Example File 3. The Slides In the upcoming week I will be in Virginia Beach, Virginia for the Virginia Accounting and Auditing Conference's second run. It will be the same presentation I gave in Roanoke back in September. I have two more "on the road" presentations scheduled--the first in Tulsa, Oklahoma for the Oklahoma Tax Institute where I'll do a technology update for tax professionals on December 2. The next (and most likely final) road trip this year will be at the Ohio Society of CPA's Ohio Federal and State Tax Insitute to be held in Columbus on December 15 and 16th. I'll be doing the Federal Tax Update the morning of the 15th. If any of you are going to be attending those conferences, let me know or stop by and say hi at the conference.