Tim Flohr is an Associate Professor of Teaching at U of Memphis and the Co-founder & Managing Partner of HospitalityInternships.com . Tonight he risks it all by joining Glenn, Craig, and Producers Dave and Suzanne for some ‘innocent’ drinks and laughs to kick off the weekend. Plus, Glenn is on location in New Orleans.
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The Human Side of Hospitality: Stonebridge's CEO Smith on Tech, Talent & Transforming Hotel Culture
Why do some hotel companies thrive while others struggle with retention, innovation, and guest satisfaction? In this episode of hashtag#NoVacancyNews, we talk with Rob Smith, CEO & President of Stonebridge Companies, who’s bringing humanity back to hospitality — without ignoring the power of technology. 🔑 Key Highlights: 👥 Why putting people first isn’t just good ethics—it’s smart business 🤖 How Stonebridge uses technology to enhance—not replace—human connection 💼 Rethinking workforce culture to increase retention and reduce burnout 📊 The power of real-time data to drive better decisions at every level 💡 What the next generation of hospitality leadership needs to know 🎯 How aligning purpose with profit creates a company guests and staff want to be part of Whether you lead a hotel team, invest in propertie s, or are just obsessed with where hospitality is headed, this episode is a must-listen. 🔗 Tune in now and hear how one of the industry’s top CEOs is building a people-powered future. hashtag#HospitalityLeadership
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NYU IHIF: From RevPAR to TRevPAR: Gauging What Really Drives Hotel Growth
Hospitality is shifting—and Joseph Bojanowski, President of PM Hotel Group, joined hashtag#NoVacancyNews during the NYU IHIF to gauge what’s really happening in the hashtag#hotelindustry right now. ✔️ Tired of mixed signals from headlines? This episode brings clarity on: *Why focusing on actual trends over trending topics is essential for strategic planning *What PM Hotel Group is seeing with real-time travel demand and consumer behavior *How seasonality shifts and timing affected hotel comp sets in 2025 *Strong ADR growth trends despite softening fundamentals *Firsthand insights from the opening of Evo Tahoe City—where experience-driven travel is thriving *Why the hospitality economy might be untethered from the broader U.S. economy What it all means for investors, operators, and leaders looking to make their next big move 📈 It’s a sharp, real-world look at how to lead in uncertain times.
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NYU IHIF: Building an Extended Stay Future – With Concord’s Mark Laport
What’s really happening with new hotel construction in today’s unpredictable climate? #NoVacancyNews sat down with Mark Laport, CEO of Concord Hospitality Enterprises, during NYU IHIF this week to discuss: • 🏗️ Why he’s bullish on launching #StudioRes, Marriott International’s new extended-stay brand • 💰 The financial balancing act—dealing with skyrocketing costs and persistent labor issues • 🌍 What makes Concord’s approach different, and how they’re betting smart on the future • 🤝 Why relationships—especially in tough times—make or break your ability to grow If you're in hospitality development or operations, this one is essential. Mark delivers thoughtful insight without fluff, and yes, he still refuses to call himself a “big shot.” 🎧 Listen in for real-world strategies and forward-looking ideas.
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NYU IHIF: Profit Starts at the Property - Peregrine CEO on Getting Back to Basics
Recorded this morning live at NYU IHIF, hashtag#NoVacancyNews sits down with Greg Kennealey, CEO of Peregrine Hospitality, to unpack the realities of operating, investing, and thriving in today’s uncertain hotel landscape. 📌 Highlights from this episode: How Peregrine focuses on what they can control — guests and employees — to drive long-term profitability Why “no cash registers at the corporate office” is more than a saying—it’s a strategy The truth about today’s slow transaction market (and why that might be an advantage) What disciplined hashtag#HotelInvestment and acquisitions look like in a market with low new development Strategies for identifying underperforming hotels and transforming them into high-performing assets The surprising reason Greg isn’t sleeping better heading into 2025 Special thanks to our sponsor Actabl – Actabl gives you the power to profit. 💻 Visit them at Actabl.com
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