Podcast appearances and mentions of mike leven

This episode of Main Street Matters features highlights from the Job Creators Network Summit and Gala, including Bernie Marcus' acceptance speech for the Lifetime Freedom Fighter Award. The episode features a speech from Bernie's longtime friend, Mike Leven. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our new series, Icons & Experts. This exciting twice a month series is brought you by the Extended Stay Lodging Association and support from Dellisart Hospitality.  Please visit https://www.dellisart.com/ Every other week we'll highlight either a person who's had unmistakable impact on the hotel industry, or we'll learn from extended stay experts how to maximize opportunity and find success in the extended stay hotel category.  Our first episode features the incredible Mike Leven, an icon amongst icons in the hotel business. Leven has had significant impact on the hospitality industry from his early days  Dedicated business leader & visionary philanthropist with a rich 50-year career in the hospitality industry, notably including the successful launch of Holiday Inn Express, serving as President of Days Inn of America, leading the company through a reorganization that resulted in growth from a 225-unit regional chain to one of the largest brands in the world.  He also founded US Franchise Systems, Inc. (USFS), which franchises the Microtel Inns & Suites, Hawthorn Suites, and Best Inns and Best Suites hotel brands. Plus, he was instrumental in creating the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), served as President of Las Vegas Sands Corp. and has been involved in countless charitable efforts.  We hope you enjoy this series!

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp... one of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike telling the story about how he—a Jew—started the Asian American Hotel Owners Association. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike Leven with the story: The bigger the bureaucracy, the smaller the customer. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike with a story about how he learned to put his customers in charge. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of Main Street Matters features highlights from the Job Creators Network Summit and Gala, including Bernie Marcus' acceptance speech for the Lifetime Freedom Fighter Award. The episode features a speech from Bernie's longtime friend, Mike Leven. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike with a story about what he learned from his unseemly college law professor. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp... one of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike telling the story about how he—a Jew—started the Asian American Hotel Owners Association.  Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Leven, the visionary behind the Holiday Inn Express Chain, philanthropist, and accomplished business executive, delves into the significance of the Jewish Future Pledge and the Jewish Youth Pledge, shedding light on strategies to uphold our Jewish heritage and provide ongoing support to the state of Israel. By embracing the Jewish Future Pledge, individuals commit themselves to a moral duty of allocating 50% of their wealth towards the betterment of Jewish causes. Mike Leven will explain the pledge's mechanics and share pertinent information about the Jewish Youth Pledge, presenting a comprehensive roadmap for fostering our Jewish legacy and bolstering Israel's welfare.IN THIS EPISODE:[01:11] Mike explains what the Jewish Future Pledge is and why he founded it. [04:01 Mike outlines how the pledge works upon someone passing. [06:30] What are examples of the contributions the Marcus Foundation makes annually? [08:57] Mike's thoughts on whether generations following will have the same regard for their heritage. [10:18] What is the Jewish Youth Pledge, how are youth reminded of their commitment, and where are these programs based? [14:00] Mike believes that future generations will remember who they are because antisemitism continues to remind them who they are. [15:42 Mike discusses his book, Can't Do It Yourself – How Commitment From Others Leads to Personal Prosperity. KEY TAKEAWAYSThe Jewish Pledge is not a legal document. It's a moral obligation. Jewish people will remember their heritage because antisemitism reinforces remembering.The Jewish Youth Pledge uses an ingenious method of the time capsule to remind the individual of the pledge they made in their youth.The Jewish Pledge is a fantastic tool to remember the state of Israel and other related Jewish concerns.RESOURCE LINKS:Jewish Time -  PodcastAtlanta Jewish Times - WebsiteAtlanta Jewish Times - FacebookAtlanta Jewish Times - YouTubeAtlanta Jewish Times Interview with Mike Leven on his Book    Reviews for Can't Do It Yourself BookJewish Future Pledge - WebsiteBIOGRAPHY: Mike LevenMike Leven is a legendary business executive, philanthropist and author who co-founded the Jewish Future Pledge to carry on his family's commitment to Judaism. The Jewish Future Pledge is a commitment that from the funds you leave to charity at your passing, at least half will be earmarked to support the Jewish people and the State of Israel. Their website: https://jewishfuturepledge.org/Leven's prominent career in the hospitality industry included the launch of the Holiday Inn Express brand and reorganizing Days Inn of America, growing it from a regional chain to one of the largest hotel organizations in the world. He served as President and COO of the Las Vegas Sands Corporation, Chairman and CEO of US Franchise Systems, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Georgia Aquarium. Mr. Leven is also a co-founder of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), which has more than 19,000 members owning more than 40,000 hotels.In 2019, he ended his tenure as the Chairman and Chief Executive of Georgia Aquarium to devote more time to philanthropic e

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike with a story about how he learned to put his customers in charge. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike Leven with the story: The bigger the bureaucracy, the smaller the customer. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terrorists responsible for murdering Lucy Dee and her two daughters are killed in the West Bank by Israeli forces; Americans caught smuggling fruit roll-ups into Israel & a talk with Mike Leven, founder of the Jewish Future Pledge.  New: Patreon Link patreon.com/user?u=44671385 Jewish Future Pledge: https://jewishfuturepledge.org/ Social Media links, Newsletter sign-up &, Support the show $ here: https://linktr.ee/israeldailynews Music: Synesthesia; Erika Krall https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eaCoxmYfW6o --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/israeldailynews/support

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike with a story about what he learned from his unseemly college law professor. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike telling the story about how he—a Jew—started the Asian American Hotel Owners Association. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. He is also what you would call a “wise man.” Here's Mike with a story about what he learned from his unseemly college law professor. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Leven is a business executive and philanthropist. Inspired by Warren Buffet's and Bill Gates' Giving Pledge, he co-founded the Jewish Future Pledge to carry on his family's commitment to Judaism. Leven currently serves on the boards of The Marcus Foundation; AEPi Fraternity Foundation; Birthright Israel Foundation; Board of Advisors of Prager University; HERSHA Hospitality Trust; Independent Women's Voice; Turning Point USA Board of Advisors, and SESTRA Group. The Future of Jewish is a podcast hosted by Joshua Hoffman. In each episode, Joshua is joined by top leaders, thinkers, and doers who are paving the path for a promising Jewish future.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. Here's Mike with a story about what he learned from his unseemly college law professor. While ultimately a team that broke hearts and left its city under the cover of night, the memory of the Baltimore Colts, and legendary quarterback Johnny Unitas, burns bright in the hearts of its fans. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Time Codes: 00:00 - Empathy is Not Optional: The Story of Mike Leven's Brutal Law Professor 23:00 - The Baltimore Colts: The Team that Helped Shape the NFL and Broke a City's HeartSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For decades, Jewish philanthropy has been sustained by wealthy donors who believed in supporting the community with their dollars. But some of those philanthropists worry their children and grandchildren won't feel the same commitment to supporting Jewish institutions—that's how American businessman Mike Leven felt, and it's the reason he started the Jewish Future Pledge in 2020. The initiative, inspired by Bill Gates's and Warren Buffett's Giving Pledge, encourages wealthy Jews to commit to giving at least half the money designated for charities in their wills to Jewish causes. Thousands of Americans have signed on, and Leven expects as much as $600 billion could soon be promised to sustain American Jewish life. But in Canada? The uptake hasn't been as swift. A small group of Canadian Jewish philanthropists recently introduced the Jewish Future Pledge north of the border, and so far, 500 people have signed on. That's no small number—but it's a far cry from organizers' expectations. They're hoping the Canadian Jewish community can pledge up to $10 billion to keep the lights on for Jewish communal institutions, ranging from Birthright trips to summer camps and Jewish advocacy. Canadian philanthropists Wendy Switzer Myles and Warren Kimmel join to discuss their reasons for signing the pledge and why they're urging others to do the same. What we talked about: Learn about the original Jewish Future Pledge Learn about the Canadian version of the Jewish Future Pledge Credits The CJN Daily is written and hosted by Ellin Bessner (@ebessner on Twitter). Victoria Redden is the producer. Michael Fraiman is the executive producer. Our theme music is by Dov Beck-Levine. Our title sponsor is Metropia. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network. To learn how to support the show by subscribing to this podcast, please watch this video.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Paul Kengor, PoliSci professor at Grove City College, brings us the details of the devastating nature of an attack the U.S. government chose to keep details hidden about. Mike Leven tells the story about how he—a Jewish person—started the Asian American Hotel Owners Association. Bob Kendrick, President of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, tells the story of how Jackie Robinson got his start in Kansas City, broke the MLB's color barrier in Brooklyn, and began a movement nationwide. Sofia and Deshawn tells us how they went from being achildless married couple of 13 years to a family of 9, literally, overnight. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)   Time Codes: 00:00 - The WWII Tragedy America Chose to Forget 12:30 - Indians, a Jew, and a Hotel Partnership 25:00 - "The First Guy Cannot Fail": The Jackie Robinson Story 37:00 - Couple Adopts 7 Siblings Separated Throughout 4 Foster Homes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharing an etymological root with tzedek (justice), tzedakah (charity) is a central Jewish ethic featured in many holidays and highlighted in the Talmud. Learn from Jewish philanthropists, as well as the founder of The Jewish giving Pledge, why they give, where they give, and what they get. This panel was featured Mrs. Pamela Dubin, Mr. Mike Leven, Rabbi Hirshy Minkowicz & Mr. Eyal Postelnik at the 15th annual National Jewish Retreat. For more information and to register for the next retreat, visit: Jretreat.com.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Scott Jones, author of Growing Up Rural: Lessons Learned For a Lifetime, tells the story of the time he stunk up his classroom with hog manure covered boots...and how a gracious teacher really helped him out. Mike Leven shares his story as past President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. Marc Leepson, author of What So Proudly We Hailed: Francis Scott Key, A Life, brings us the story of Francis “Frank” Scott Key and how he came to write the National Anthem of the United States of America. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - Growing Up Rural: A Tale About Stinky Boots 10:00 - The Bigger the Bureaucracy, the Smaller the Customer  23:00 - The Tone Deaf, Bad Poet Who Wrote The National Anthem Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Leven discusses his ethics in his career as an executive and philanthropic leader. He joins Gary S. Cohn of Painted Rock Advisors to reveal his book, Can't Do It Yourself: How Commitment to Others Leads to Personal Prosperity, as well as his proudest milestone, The Jewish Future Pledge. ------------ GUEST: Mike Leven | Buy his book HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Cant-Do-Yourself-Commitment-Prosperity/dp/1642251623 HOST: Gary S. Cohn | Painted Rock Advisors | (510) 402 - 8877 | paintedrockadvisors@gmail.com ------------ This is a Mr. Thrive Media production | email: Chaz@MrThrive.com | stay connected on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Our American Stories, Jonathan Mattox of the Oxford-Ole Miss Rotary Club shares how The Christmas store originated and the impact it has had on the lives ofthousands of children; Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. Rikk Dunlap has always been a writer, and writing has even become a way for him to come to grips with tragedy. He never dreamed, though, that his work would be a regular feature on the biggest holiday movie channel around. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - The Christmas Store 10:00 - The Bigger the Bureaucracy, the Smaller the Customer 23:00 - The Chicago-area Maintenance Man Who Wrote a Hallmark Christmas Movie Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Larry Crawford shares with us how a homeless friend gave him one of his most valued possessions; Mike Leven tells the story about how he—a Jew—started the Asian American Hotel Owners Association; Heather McPherson, Curator of History at the South Carolina Military Museum, shares the impact that her Uncle had on her career choice; and Dennis Peterson's father was hard but fair, and some of the biggest lessons Dennis learned were on the job site, doing brick work with his father. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - A Most Valued Gift… FROM a Homeless Man 10:00 - Indians, a Jew, and a Hotel Partnership 23:00 - Her Career is a Tribute to Her Great Uncle, A D-Day Hero 35:00 - Working with Dad Taught Big Lessons to a Little Boy Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Daryn Glassbrook of the Mobile Medical Museum tells the story of the iron lung, a device used to keep people with advanced polio alive in the first half of the 20th century. Indian American hotelier H.P. Rama the story of the ethical dilemma he presented to the then President of Days Inn, Mike Leven. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - Trapped Inside a Tube: The Iron Lung Story 10:00 - H.P. Rama, The Accidental Hotelier Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Joy Neal Kidney tells the story of her grandmother's needle incident during the Depression years; Mike Leven shares his story as past President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business; and Homer Plessy's descendant, Keith Plessy, tells us the story of the Plessy v. Ferguson case, as well as what he and Judge Ferguson's descendant are doing about it now. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - The Needle In The Hand 10:00 - The Bigger the Bureaucracy, the Smaller the Customer 23:00 - "Separate, but Equal": The Story of Supreme Injustice (Plessy v. Ferguson) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Our American Stories, Mike Leven was President and Chief Operating Officer of Las Vegas Sands Corp. One of the great hoteliers of all time—a legend in his business. Here's Mike with a story about what he learned from his unseemly college law professor; and John Collins shares how his obsession with paper airplanes helped him achieve the Guinness world record for the farthest flight by a paper aircraft at 226 feet and 10 inches. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate) Time Codes: 00:00 - Legendary Hotel Executive Mike Leven, Empathy is Not Optional 23:00 - He Made Paper Airplanes His Full Time Job Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Hospitality Guru & Jewish Futures Pledge Founder: A Conversation with Mike Leven Mike Leven was immersed in Jewish life throughout his childhood in Boston. He attended shul and Hebrew school, spent his summers at Jewish camp, and played baseball at the YMHA. His parents worked hard, and tzedakah was a vital element of their Jewish identity. Mike's successful hospitality career included the creation of the Holiday Inn Express brand and the reorganization of Days Inn of America, which transformed the company from a regional chain to one of the world's largest hotel corporations. Mike has also established the Jewish Future Pledge (JFP), a national project he hopes will leave a distinct Jewish charitable legacy. The JFP encourages people to leave a percentage of their fortune to organisations and philanthropies that help Jews and Israel survive, as trillions of dollars in wealth are set to pass from one generation to the next over the next twenty-five years. Mike also wants youngsters to sign the Jewish Youth Pledge, which encourages them to support the Jewish community by making friends and participating in Jewish activities. In this episode, Mike discusses his experiences in the hotel sector, how he effectively integrates tzedakah and business, the role philanthropy plays in Mike's life, and what drove him to launch the Jewish Future Pledge. TIMESTAMPS: 4:12 Mike Leven's childhood 7:41 College years: from law school to communication school 12:30 Why did Mike dropped out of law school? 18:33 Mike's beginning with hospitality 22:59 How was Mike's involvement with the Jewish community during his journey 25:29 Moving to Vegas, the "world's capital of hospitality" 29:18 What did Mike learned about philanthropy from Sheldon Adelson and Bernie Marcus 38:15 How was the Vegas experience from the hospitality standpoint and from the Jewish standpoint 44:05 What is the Jewish Future Pledge and what inspired Mike to start it 56:17 Mike's new book about his life story: "Can't Do it yourself"   To Learn More About Mike Leven: Website: https://jewishfuturepledge.org/mike-leven/ Connect with Ari: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jewsyoushouldknow Twitter: https://twitter.com/JewsUShouldKnow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Rabbi.K Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ari-koretzky-18b12217/ Email: jewsyoushouldknow@gmail.com --------------- ABOUT THIS PODCAST Jews You Should Know introduces the broader community to interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. Some are already famous, some not yet so. But each is a Jew You Should Know. The host, Rabbi Ari Koretzky, is Executive Director of MEOR Maryland (www.meormd.org), a premier Jewish outreach and educational organization. MEOR operates nationally on twenty campuses and in Manhattan; visit the national website at www.meor.org. A special thank you to Jacob Rupp of the Lift Your Legacy podcast for his invaluable production assistance.

We are excited to kick off 2021 by having a conversation with Mike Leven, who most recently was CEO of the Georgia Aquarium, after a distinguished career in the hospitality industry. He'll share about the Jewish Future Pledge (jewishfuturepledge.org) and the Leven Family Jewish Identity Institute at The Temple, just two ways he is using philanthropy to ensure Judaism's strength for our children and generations to come. And, we'll hear about his recent book, Can't Do It Yourself: How Commitment to Others Leads to Personal Prosperity.

Coming soon for American hoteliers, and already established for more than 3,500 of hotels in India, is hotelbids.com. It's an exciting new platform that delivers reservations at a cost at only $5 - $7 per reservation. Traditional OTAs charge as much as 25% commission per room night, costing hoteliers thousands in unnecessary expenses every month. In this special episode, we learn from Inder Sharma, founder of Hotelbis.com and a highly-regarded lodging industry entrepreneur, how he's looking to give hoteliers more control over their profits though an intelligent hotel marketing platform. Glenn and Inder also talk about why industry initiatives such as Room Key haven't resonated, how he wants to help the AAHOA community, and how he garnered support from industry icons such Mike Leven and MP Rama. Learn more at hotelbids.com