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384: Ownership Check-In Aug 09, 2021

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Mark Ricketts, President/COO of McNeill Hotels, joins the show to talk about what are some key strategies that helped the company through the pandemic. With the majority of their portfolio being corporate-owned, do they see third-party management agreements being any more or less attractive given the current climate? Plus, some frank and forward thinking discussion regarding corporate diversity and equity.

383: Conventions are Back! What can suppliers do to be ready? Aug 08, 2021

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As in-person conventions are back what can suppliers to take advantage? Almo Hospitality is here to let us know some of the strategies they are taking to put their company in the best position.

382: Red Roof Continues Driving Returns for Owners Aug 04, 2021

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Through the pandemic, Red Roof continued to drive success for it's hotels. George Limbert, Interim President, and Matthew Hostetler, Chief Development Officer, talk about what the future holds for the brand and it's franchisees.

381: Bringing Hospitality & Wellness Together Aug 03, 2021

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We start off National Wellness Month talking to Michele McArthur about how she is bringing her passions of hospitality and wellness together by helping to guide people with a L.E.A.N (Lifestyle - Exercise - Attitude -Nutrition) Holistic Healing Approach from inside out. Plus, Ken Patel of EV Everything on bringing together hotel tech, customer service and experience.

380: CH&LA Chair Fighting Back Against Baseless Lawsuits Jul 29, 2021

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Serving the industry as Chairman of the California Hotel & Lodging Association and his company in the role as CEO of Coast Redwood Hospitality, Bijal Patel discusses how the association is fighting, labor issues and more! Plus, Glenn shares his experience in a luxury guest suite at LAX prior to a flight where celebrities go to get away from crowds. Hint: It's amazing.

379: Sonesta's Plan to Take Over Franchise World Jul 28, 2021

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Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer, and Jordan Langlois, Senior Vice President, Franchise Operations at Sonesta Hotels, share how the Franchise Development team is rolling out its new franchise program to continue leveraging the company's incredible growth.

378: LA Tourism Update with Adam Burke Jul 27, 2021

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We are live just steps away from LA Live with Adam Burke, President & CEO of the LA Tourism and Convention Board. We hear about how LA tourism is recovering and how important it is to have ALIS back in person.

377: IHG Americas CEO Elie Maalouf Jul 26, 2021

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Live from the Intercontinental Downtown LA we have Elie Maalouf, CEO of IHG America's Region, joining us in person. We talk about what him and his team are doing to help stimulate the recovery for all hotels. We then have Jen Gribble, SVP Global Mainstream Brands, coming on to update us on avid. Atwell Suites, Staybridge Suites, and Candlewood Suites

376: Two of Hilton's Newest Brands Are Expanding Jul 23, 2021

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Phil Cordell, Global Category Head for Hilton Lifestyle, joins the show to talk about Motto by Hilton and Tempo by Hilton. We dive into the difference between the brands, how Hilton is filling the gaps in hospitality, and what has been driving Hilton's impressive growth in the lifestyle sector.

375: The Future Experience In Marriott Hotels Jul 21, 2021

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Manny Rappenecker is Vice President & Global Brand Leader, Marriott Hotels & Marriott Executive Apartments at Marriott International. She'll update us on how Marriott continues to help it's hotels out of the pandemic, what the future experience is staying at a Marriott hotel and she'll share some stories about working with Anthony. Oh boy!

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