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456: Powerful Predictions From MGM Int'l on Las Vegas Events May 25, 2021

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Las Vegas meetings are back! Stephanie Glanzer, Chief Sales Officer & SVP at MGM Resorts International discusses the surge in meeting planners booking business. We discuss how event spaces are filling up fast, meeting planner expectations and how MGM and its Convene with Confidence program are reshaping how we'll meet as we all get back to gathering in person.

NVNT: Economy Hotels Smash Covid Era Expectations May 24, 2021

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Economy hotels thrived during the covid crisis. But what abut going ahead? Mike McGeehan CHA, Chief Development Officer with G6 Hospitality LLC reveals their strategy, including having more than 150 hotels in the development pipeline under the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands.

FNA #13: Vodkamania with Professor Suzanne May 23, 2021

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Glenn Haussman and Craig Sullivan welcome Suzanne Bagnera, full time hospitality professor, part time No Vacancy News, Podcasts and Videos producer. Plus, Producer David Mignano, CRME returns to the gauntlet. And a surprise visit from one of Glenn's non hotel biz buddies who spills the beans on all his secrets.

455: Marriott and Sunwing Bet BIG on All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels May 21, 2021

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We love the notion of all inclusive hotels and resorts. Today we're focusing on a great partnership between Sunwing Travel Group, it's Blue Diamond Resorts which is the Caribbean's fastest growing resort chain, with a 44 property portfolio exceeding 15360 rooms in 10 countries; and Marriott International. Guests include Brian King, President - Marriott International Caribbean & Latin America, and, Jurgen Stutz, SVP Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management & Distribution at Hotels & Resorts Division, Sunwing Travel Group.

454: Cruise Industry Anticipating Amazing Comeback May 20, 2021

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Like hotels, the cruise industry faced dire challenges during the COVID pandemic. We talk to Bill Panoff, Chairman & CEO at The PPI Group, where they have magazines such as Porthole.com. We discuss the cruise industry, its comeback plan, the psychology of creating cruise ships, how people are snapping up future cruises at a record pace, and what it will take to set sail again from the USA.

453: Capital, Big Data and The Future of Hotel Investments May 19, 2021

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Pranav Bhakta of Bhakta Capital looks at deploying capital differently. Instead of traditional methods, he leverages the power of Big Data to create the investment edge. Plus, we'll talk about segments and markets hotel developers are considering next.

452: Best Airlines, and Positivity Pick Me Up May 18, 2021

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JD Power's Mike Taylor Returns to discuss top airlines rankings. But first, Chris Green, CEO of Chesapeake Hospitality to discuss the travel surge in places such as Atlantic City, other drive to markets and more. We also discuss how shifting mask policies are quickly reshaping hotel company and guest habits. Plus, Producer Dave cohosts today!

NVNT: Coherent Revenue Strategy Essential! Here's Why! May 18, 2021

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It's been a rough time out there for hoteliers. But now, opportunity abounds. To make the most of it, having a smart revenue strategy is isn't just a good idea, it's the key to future success. The folks over at Topline share why!

451: Reinventing Independent Historic Hotels May 18, 2021

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Jon Weitz is the CEO of Avocet Hospitality Group. He loves buying old hotels and returning them to their historic glory. Learn how he does it, and why he focuses on this industry niche.

FNA #12: Friday Night Audit Celebrates Return to REAL Conferences May 16, 2021

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We're back in action after a quick break, and ready to drink some Moscow Mules with Heather Maloney of Definition Design! We're talking about the fun side of Glenn going to his first conference in 14 months!!!

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