Podcast appearances and mentions of Brian Bourke

As promised two weeks back, here's Part 2 of our talk with April Trucker of the Month Gary Schloo, longtime owner-operators leased to Long Haul Trucking for the last three decades of a five-decade trucking career. Schloo here tells a can't-miss story about how he and his wife and business partner, Terri, met. It' the "classic trucker-and-the-waitress thing" at a late-night diner early in Schloo's time as an owner-operator. And as most listeners are well aware, a big part of the Trucker of the Year competition, featuring owner-operator semi-finalist candidates throughout the year (including Schloo), hopes to lend useful perspective to all of you, ways to sharpen the operation, button up the business for long-term success. Owner-operator Schloo's answer to a question I've asked most of our Trucker of the Month candidates – namely what their advice to any new or prospective truck owner might be – in many ways comes back to insurance. Build the nest egg early for the down cycles. Put a disability/income-replacement insurance policy in your back pocket for the things that happen to all of us -- whether illness or injury, a crash... The list could well go on. It's saved him over 50 years over-the-road more times than he can count. Hear much more on that score in this episode, likewise a special treat: A rundown with the Semi Casual custom shop's Brian Bourke detailing the work put into two custom-built 2024 Peterbilt Model 589s the shop showed at MATS and on the scene of the Large Cars & Guitars truck show in Tennessee, where we caught up with Bourke. Catch the Semi Casual video mentioned in the podcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOrbebJWQsI Also mentioned -- enter yourself or another deserving owner-operator (up to three trucks) in the Bostrom Seating-sponsored Overdrive's Trucker of the Year program via this link: https://overdriveonline.com/toptrucker Finally, a big happy birthday to Gary Schloo on May 26! We hope it's a great one.

Brian Bourke talks about how the pandemic changed last mile delivery – the challenges; opportunities; & how SEKO is enhancing customer experience.

On today's episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Seko's Brian Bourke about what's happening in global trade. We'll look at air, ocean and trucking markets. Also, it's not easy being a mom and dad in this field, so we're talking about the logistics of parenting.  Dunavant's Kelly Lomax drops by the studio to talk about dealing with supply chains in flux. Lomax also talks about recruiting, retention and culture in a world with radically shifting worker priorities.  Much like great CGI, well-run entertainment supply chains are nearly invisible to the naked eye. But how do shows, movies and concerts all come together from a freight perspective? Bluebird Express' Phil Hyland talks about how this time-critical corner of the industry works. We'll also find out how the Writers Guild strike will trickle down into trucking.  Plus, touring a Maersk ship cabin; a new scam targets truckers; Flexport goes trucking; bag a day in May; Disney declares order 66 on a “Star Wars” hotel; and more. Visit our sponsor Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts

On today's episode of WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Dooner is talking to Seko's Brian Bourke about what's happening in global trade. We'll look at air, ocean and trucking markets. Also, it's not easy being a mom and dad in this field, so we're talking about the logistics of parenting.  Dunavant's Kelly Lomax drops by the studio to talk about dealing with supply chains in flux. Lomax also talks about recruiting, retention and culture in a world with radically shifting worker priorities.  Much like great CGI, well-run entertainment supply chains are nearly invisible to the naked eye. But how do shows, movies and concerts all come together from a freight perspective? Bluebird Express' Phil Hyland talks about how this time-critical corner of the industry works. We'll also find out how the Writers Guild strike will trickle down into trucking.  Plus, touring a Maersk ship cabin; a new scam targets truckers; Flexport goes trucking; bag a day in May; Disney declares order 66 on a “Star Wars” hotel; and more. Visit our sponsor Watch on YouTube Subscribe to the WTT newsletter Apple Podcasts Spotify More FreightWaves Podcasts

Greetings and welcome to a special episode recorded live in the on-site Stream Commerce podcasting studio at the New York City Global eCommerce Leaders Forum in September 2022.   These episodes are presented by Stream Commerce, a full-service, full-funnel e-commerce consultancy bringing together the boldest and brightest innovators, strategists, and e-commerce experts. They are the Shopify Plus expert that does more than just build sites.The Global eCommerce Leaders Forum NYC 2022 brought together thought leaders from retailers and brands selling direct-to-consumer. Top global consumer brands were joined by digital natives and digitally-led brands from the fashion and apparel world, health, cosmetics and beauty, consumer electronics and other leading retail verticals for one full day of education, sharing and networking.   On this episode, Brian Bourke, Global Chief Commercial Officer at SEKO Logistics, live from GELF 2022 in NYCAbout BrianStarting January 2020 I start an exciting new role at SEKO with the new post of Chief Growth Officer. Responsible for the acceleration of SEKO's organic growth, I'm responsible for SEKO's demand generation, revenue management and corporate marketing and communications initiatives. I couldn't be taking this role at a more exciting time in SEKO's history as Chief Growth Officer. We have our strongest ever value proposition with the growth of our omni-channel, white glove and value-added freight forwarding services as well as a unique suite of configurable technology. Combined with the knowledge and expertise of our people, we can deliver solutions that open new business horizons and new markets for customers. Our growth will come from accelerating our customers' growth. I began my career with SEKO in 2005 after receiving his BA in Economics from the University of Wisconsin. I later joined Geodis Wilson as Head of Marketing Communications, before returning to SEKO in 2012 as Vice President of Marketing. Speaking six languages and having in depth industry knowledge  About MichaelMichael is the Founder & President of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc and a Senior Advisor to Retail Council of Canada as part of his advisory and consulting practice. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience and has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. He has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions with C-level executives and participated on thought leadership panels worldwide.  Michael was recently added to ReThink Retail's prestigious Top 100 Global Retail Influencers for a second year in  2022. Michael is also the producer and host of a network of leading podcasts, including Canada's top retail industry podcast, The Voice of Retail, plus the Remarkable Retail with author Steve Dennis, Global E-Commerce Tech Talks and The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois.  Most recently, Michael launched Conversations with CommerceNext, a podcast focussed on retail eCommerce, digital marketing and retail careers - all available on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music and all major podcast platforms.   Michael is also the producer and host of the “Last Request Barbeque” channel on YouTube where he cooks meals to die for and influencer riches. If you liked this podcast, you can follow us on Apple iTunes, Spotify, Amazon music podcast channel or your favourite podcast platform. Please rate and be sure and recommend to a friend or colleague in the retail and cross-border commerce industry.=You can learn more about the Global E-Commerce Leaders Forum and continue to keep up with the latest on cross-border commerce online at https://www.globalecommerceleadersforum.com.  Be sure and visit our all-new YouTube site, where you will find plenty of excellent cross-border content from several of our events.

In this podcast, Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviews Brian Bourke, Chief Growth Officer, SEKO Logistics.

In this podcast, Logistics Management Group News Editor Jeff Berman interviews Brian Bourke, Chief Growth Officer, SEKO Logistics.

The war in Ukraine has been going on since February, 24th, 2022. As a former freight broker, I wanted to get a deeper understanding of how humanitarian shipments work. What goods are being shipped and from where?  How do the shipments that pass through Poland, make it to Ukraine? To get a clearer picture, I sat down with Bartosz Samulak from the Polish Forwarding Company and Brian Bourke from SEKO Logistics. In this article, I will share answers to some of the questions that you might have in mind concerning Humanitarian shipments to Ukraine.

We review Fantastic Beasts: The Secret of Dumbledore, The Outfit and Murina - Brian Bourke exhibition - Colin Barrett reads The Alps, from Homesickness - Bliss, an audio storytelling experience set on Bray seafront.

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to NASA's Abdiel Santos-Galindo about the wet dress rehearsal of the Artemis 1 and NASA's Space Launch System, which is the most powerful rocket it's ever built.Brian Bourke, chief growth officer at Seko Logistics, talks about how his company is working with Project C.U.R.E. to send support to Ukraine.Jill Rice, partner at Port X Logistics, discusses women in leadership in logistics.Tom Fogarty, CEO at Bestpass, smites toll citations.Plus, a Highway Angel saves a pair from burning to death in a car; when protesting rocks; and how truckers adjust to office life.Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to NASA's Abdiel Santos-Galindo about the wet dress rehearsal of the Artemis 1 and NASA's Space Launch System, which is the most powerful rocket it's ever built.Brian Bourke, chief growth officer at Seko Logistics, talks about how his company is working with Project C.U.R.E. to send support to Ukraine.Jill Rice, partner at Port X Logistics, discusses women in leadership in logistics.Tom Fogarty, CEO at Bestpass, smites toll citations.Plus, a Highway Angel saves a pair from burning to death in a car; when protesting rocks; and how truckers adjust to office life.Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves PodcastsElectric fleets are the future. Are you ready? Discover why ChargePoint is the right partner to take your operation electric to reduce fueling costs, eliminate emissions and help you turn e-mobility into a competitive advantage. Visit chargepoint.solutions/freightwaves

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to SEKO Logistics' Brian Bourke about this year in freight, the cargo situation as we race toward Christmas, peak season insights, whether abandoned containers are an issue and if the supply chain bullwhip will crack next year.DHL Supply Chain North America's Jim Monkmeyer talks about the issues that will dominate the conversation in the freight world next year.Travelers' Scott Cornell teaches us how to protect our shipments by carrier vetting for cargo theft.Plus, retail inventories are up ahead of the holidays; FTC launches a probe into supply chain snarls; a FedEx driver in Alabama dumped parcels on six occasions; a look at Black Friday/Cyber Monday; and how to get your company on a Very WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Christmas special. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to SEKO Logistics' Brian Bourke about this year in freight, the cargo situation as we race toward Christmas, peak season insights, whether abandoned containers are an issue and if the supply chain bullwhip will crack next year.DHL Supply Chain North America's Jim Monkmeyer talks about the issues that will dominate the conversation in the freight world next year.Travelers' Scott Cornell teaches us how to protect our shipments by carrier vetting for cargo theft.Plus, retail inventories are up ahead of the holidays; FTC launches a probe into supply chain snarls; a FedEx driver in Alabama dumped parcels on six occasions; a look at Black Friday/Cyber Monday; and how to get your company on a Very WHAT THE TRUCK?!? Christmas special. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts

Former City of Waterloo Councillor and current CityNews 570 broadcaster Brian Bourke joins us to talk about his time on council.

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to SEKO Logistics' Brian Bourke about Christmas. Will it be ruined? Are the ocean carriers plotting to pillage Whoville? Paying ocean rates is most certainly a beast, ship now lest your tree have the least. We'll break down key holiday shipping dates. Squall Strategies' Lauren Beagen shares her insight on what the FMC may do about MCS suit against “collusive” carriers. Marco's founders Peter Spradling and Jacob Shoihet just landed $82 million in funding to help shippers finance freight from Latin America. Covenant's Matt McLelland is launching a new show on FreightWavesTV called “FreightFriends” we'll find out if he's the Ross or the Chandler of the show. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts#WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain

On today's episode Dooner and The Dude are talking to SEKO Logistics' Brian Bourke about Christmas. Will it be ruined? Are the ocean carriers plotting to pillage Whoville? Paying ocean rates is most certainly a beast, ship now lest your tree have the least. We'll break down key holiday shipping dates. Squall Strategies' Lauren Beagen shares her insight on what the FMC may do about MCS suit against “collusive” carriers. Marco's founders Peter Spradling and Jacob Shoihet just landed $82 million in funding to help shippers finance freight from Latin America. Covenant's Matt McLelland is launching a new show on FreightWavesTV called “FreightFriends” we'll find out if he's the Ross or the Chandler of the show. Visit our sponsorSubscribe to the WTT newsletterApple PodcastsSpotifyMore FreightWaves Podcasts#WHATTHETRUCK #FreightNews #supplychain

Welcome back! Today we had the pleasure of talking with Brian Bourke.  Brian Bourke is a singer/songwriter who played with the Bay Area punk rock band Tsunami Bomb.  He went to school at Sonoma State University and studied Studio Recording and Radio Broadcasting.  Drinking and drugging was part of the lifestyle but eventually caught up to him. By 2016 Brian had lost everything and found himself living in the hills of Santa Cruz isolated and broken.  Brian Reached out for help and found sobriety in San Diego.  While in treatment Brian was introduced to Rock To Recovery.  Brian committed himself to a life of recovery and a year later Brian had the opportunity to join the Rock To Recovery Crew.  Don't forget to subscribe, rate and review the show. Enjoy!     Make sure to follow us on social - @elevateaddictionservices @angie.at.elevate @rocktorecovery @bbplink You can find us on the web -www.elevaterehab.org   With these current times, if you know anyone or are struggling with mental health/addiction yourself please reach out. There is help and there is hope, and there are solutions to these problems. Speak to our registration counselors at 831-740-8298   You don't ever want to miss a podcast, so make sure you subscribe here!

Brian joined the boys ahead of his Starlight runners going around at Shep tonight.

Brian Bourke is a versatile and seasoned broadcast communicator, and the well-known face behind the annual KOOL FM Poster Boy campaign that raised over two million dollars for the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre.  With nearly 40 years of experience in the radio industry, Bourke has done it all as a popular radio show host, news director and assignment editor, media and communications specialist, newspaper columnist, public speaker, fundraiser, and a familiar name in civic politics as a Waterloo Ward 2 City Councillor.   For the past two years, he has hosted the afternoon radio show Kitchener Today with Brian Bourke on 570 NEWS.   In this hour with Sara Geidlinger and Marshall Ward on Bonn Park, Brian Bourke talks about being a trusted voice and community ambassador, his candid nature, and what it was like camping out on top of a King Street billboard. Kitchener Today with Brian Bourke SUPPORT A LOCAL BUSINESS LIKE: Counterpoint Brewing Co. BONN PARK PODCAST

Dr. Brian Bourke, Associate Professor of Postsecondary Education Administration at Murray State University shares that while institutions are feverishly scrambling to transition from remote emergency teaching to high-quality online education for fall, Student Affairs needs to be similarly scrambling on the student support side.

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Dr. Brian Bourke, faculty member in the Postsecondary Education master's and P-20 Leadership doctoral program. A conversation with Brian about how he views, historically, the relationship between assessment and diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education, why it’s important to bring these two conversations together in intentional ways and how he views the role of assessment with social justice?

This week on Galway Culture Vinny Brown will be talking to artist Brian Bourke about his new exhibition work, Lee Cronin talks to us about his new Irish horror movie “The Hole in the Ground” currently in cinemas nationwide. We’ll start the show with a chat with Wayne Byrne, HotPress cinema correspondent about his accompanying legendary Hollywood cinematographer Nick McClean who will be in Galway next week.

The next revolution in logistics may already be here with a considered shift from minding the supply chain side of retail operations and instead focusing on creating value for the customers on the demand side of the chain. E-commerce has forced retailers to re-engineer the way they do business and a result of that is the advent of Demand Chain Management. Brian Bourke of SEKO Logistics joins us to explain how the new way to shop may now be all about the shopper. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SEKO LOGISTICS: www.sekologistics.com   WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2019 Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: http://bit.ly/ILMagApp   http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle  Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

E-commerce has changed the way consumers shop and put a completely new spin on retail. To differentiate themselves in an ever competitive market, retailers have chosen to focus on making the returns process faster and easier for consumers. But is it working? Inbound Logistics Publisher, Keith Biondo, sits down with Brian Bourke of SEKO Logistics to talk about the new retail landscape and how to have many happy returns. WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: http://bit.ly/ILMagApp   http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle  Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

As retailers and manufacturers look to separate themselves from their competitors, many turn to emphasizing their white glove service to make their marks. However, the more complex a delivery or distribution is, the more involved that white glove service becomes. Brian Bourke of SEKO joins us to talk about how white glove service is changing the marketplace and what companies need to do to keep their hands in the game. WANT TO RESPOND TO THIS EPISODE? Call our Dialog Line: 888-878-3247 DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: http://bit.ly/ILMagApp   http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle  Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast?  Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

Our guest this episode is Dr. Brian Bourke, woodworker, and thoughtfully curious higher ed faculty member. Subscribe and listen via iTunes, Stitcher, or Google Play. Find the full show notes at higheredgeek.com/podcast Check out our sponsor, Swift Kick, and if you mention Higher Ed Geek, you'll get $500 off their speaking fee. Our podcast is a proud member of the ConnectEDU Podcast Network. Music by pond5.com

In Episode 5 of I’m Curious, I offer my thoughts on working toward social justice through student affairs inquiry (a.k.a. assessment) work. This is Part 2 of a 2 part series. In this episode, I mention: Advancing Toward Social Justice via Student Affairs Inquiry Journal of Student Affairs Inquiry (2017) Bell, L. A. (2007). Theoretical foundations [...] Read More The post Episode 05 – Social Justice via Inquiry Part 2 appeared first on Dr. Brian Bourke.

In Episode 4 of I’m Curious, I offer my thoughts on working toward social justice through student affairs inquiry (a.k.a. assessment) work. In this episode, I mention: Advancing Toward Social Justice via Student Affairs Inquiry Journal of Student Affairs Inquiry (2017) Bell, L. A. (2007). Theoretical foundations for social justice education. In M. Adams, L. A. [...] Read More The post Episode 04 – Social Justice via Inquiry Part 1 appeared first on Dr. Brian Bourke.

In Episode 3 of I’m Curious, I offer my thoughts on framing student affairs assessment as inquiry. In this episode, I mention: Visuals of the assessment cycle – Example 1 from LeTourneau University – Example 2 from Iowa State University Visit my website, drbrianbourke.com, to learn more about me, the work I do, and subscribe to my weekly [...] Read More The post Episode 03 – Assessment as Inquiry appeared first on Dr. Brian Bourke.

In Episode 2 of I’m Curious , I share some reflections on allyship, where it’s missing the mark, and offer thoughts on how to encourage allies to do better. In this episode, I mention: Dr. Adrienne Dixson Dr. Keith Edwards Visit my website, drbrianbourke.com, to learn more about me, the work I do, and subscribe to my [...] Read More The post Episode 02 – Allyship appeared first on Dr. Brian Bourke.

In this first episode of the I’m Curious Podcast, I offer an overview of my approach to the podcast. In this episode, I mention: You’ve Got This podcast Dr. Katie Linder Visit my website, drbrianbourke.com, to learn more about me, the work I do, and subscribe to my weekly newsletter. If you have questions about [...] Read More The post Ep 01 – Getting Curious appeared first on Dr. Brian Bourke.

Expanding a retail enterprise into e-commerce is no small feat. Expanding it globally on an omni-channel supply chain scale requires consideration for everything from simply speaking the language to currency conversion for culture. Brian Bourke, VP of Marketing for Seko Logistics, offers some of his insights into what businesses should prepare for if they’re thinking of moving beyond their borders and whether or not pizza delivery is about to be revolutionized. Are you a #logistics Thought Leader that would like to be featured on the Inbound Logistics Podcast? DOWNLOAD THE NEW INBOUND LOGISTICS APP featuring the 2017 Logistics Planner! Available on iTunes and the Google Play Store: http://bit.ly/ILMagApp   http://bit.ly/ILMagAppGoogle    Connect with me on Twitter:  @ILMagPodcast Email me: podcast@inboundlogistics.com   Connect with Inbound Logistics Magazine on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/inboundlogistics Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ILMagazine Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/InboundLogistics Catch our latest videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/inboundlogistics   Visit us at www.inboundlogistics.com

Our guest this week is Dr. Brian Bourke, who speaks with Dustin about the troublesome persistence of the term "nontraditional" students. They discuss where it comes from, why it persists, and what we can do to move towards a more positive word choice and mindsets when supporting our students.   Appreciate Brian taking time out for the show!   Find the full show notes here.

We recently had the pleasure of interviewing Joe O'Flynn, owner of Rathsallagh Country House Hotel, and Brian Bourke, owner of Glenlo Abbey Hotel. Both establishments are family-owned and operated, and Joe and Brian shared with us a bit of what it has been like to operate in these difficult economic times. Not only has there been a drop in the number of visitors to Ireland, but there has also been the issue of the “zombie hotels” to contend with.  Even in these trying times, however, Joe and Brian remain optimistic about the future for their own establishments, as well as for other well-run accommodations that provide good service and a personal touch for their guests. We also talk a bit about what separates a superior accommodation from a lackluster one and why travelers should look at more than just the cost of their board when considering where they will stay. A hint: When someone tells you that you get what you pay for, they are generally telling you the truth! The price of your accommodation should not be your only consideration or motivation when making your travel plans. A few links of use from this episode: Rathsallagh Country House Hotel, Dunlavin, County Wicklow - http://www.rathsallagh.com/ Their Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/RathsallaghHouse  And Twitter Account: @RathsallaghHous  Glenlo Abbey Hotel, Bushypark, County Galway - http://www.glenlo.com/ Their Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Galway/Glenlo-Abbey-Hotel/282220584728?ref=search&v=wall There is much more to experience at these properties than just the hotels. Check out their websites to see all of the amenities and special activities that are on offer. We also ran across this clever cooperative marketing scheme on the part of three family-owned Irish hotels: Glenlo Abbey, Rathsallagh House, and Sandhouse Hotel (Rossnowlagh, County Donegal). The three hotels are currently operating a partnership they call The Emerald Triangle (http://www.emerald3.com/), where you purchase one package and receive six nights' B&B accommodation (split among the three hotels). By booking this way, you can be assured of quality lodging as you travel across the country, and you get the great level of service that comes from a combined 100 years of experience assisting travelers in Ireland. We think this is a brilliant idea and a way to ‘think out of the box,' as it were, in trying to find new and innovative means to attract clients! Celebrated Experiences, Jonathan Epstein, President http://www.celebratedexperiences.com/ “Our clients are the most elite travel agents in the world, seeking the very best for their demanding clientele. “ (A little bit of information about the company from their website.) You can also find Celebrated Experiences on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/CelebratedExperiences where you can follow Jonathan's worldwide travel adventures. As mentioned during the interview, you should research any of the accommodations you are thinking about booking. One place where you can find information about quality Irish accommodations is at Ireland's Blue Book (http://www.irelands-blue-book.ie/). Of course, there are other places you go to perform your research. Another good place to start your research is to simply look at the establishment's website and review its history and amenities. This should tell you a lot about the quality of the accommodation.