The Modern Hotelier

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 This week, The Modern Hotelier will release new daily episodes from conversations David, Jon, and 🎙️Steve had with speakers and attendees at the Independent Lodging Congress in Sausalito, CA. In this episode, we sit down with Brigette Harenda, Romal ‘RJ’ Jayswal, Jacqueline N., and Ryan Foat. In the clip below, Jacqueline discusses how ILC is an incubator where ideas are born in the indie space. She emphasizes the need for the independent sector to have the right technology to move quickly while remaining creative and embodying what hospitality should be. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 Today on The Modern Hotelier, David and 🎙️Steve are joined by guest host Judy Chen! We dive into what happened in October on "Hospitality Hot Topics". In this episode, we discuss: 1. Hotels helping their communities during Hurricane Milton 2. Jose Andres is launching a luxury hotel brand 3. Top Business Destinations in 2025 4. AAA Awards Five Diamond Status To Three US Hotels 5. Retaining Hoteliers conversation at The Lodging Conference 6. Super Bowl is coming back to Atlanta in 2028 In the clip below, Judy talks about how it was nice to see hotels helping residents affected by Hurricane Milton and how actions like this build brand loyalty and longevity. Check out the full episode below and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 This week, The Modern Hotelier will release new daily episodes from conversations David, Jon, and 🎙️Steve had with speakers and attendees at the Independent Lodging Congress in Sausalito, CA. In this episode, we sit down with Mandy Murry, Chief Experience Officer at Hospitality Concierge. In the clip below, Mandy shares how to take a hotel from good to great. She emphasizes the importance of filling in gaps, identifying areas with the highest ROI, and increasing exposure. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 This week, The Modern Hotelier will release new daily episodes from conversations David, Jon, and 🎙️Steve had with speakers and attendees at the Independent Lodging Congress in Sausalito, CA. In this episode, we sit down with eric lutz 🫒, CEO & Co-Founder olive. In the clip below, Eric explains how olive not only makes it easier to book through hotel websites but also enhances the experience with a higher level of personalization. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 This week, The Modern Hotelier will release new daily episodes from conversations David, Jon, and 🎙️Steve had with speakers and attendees at the Independent Lodging Congress in Sausalito, CA. In this episode, we sit down with Mir Hwang, Founder and CEO of GigFinesse In the clip below, Mir shares how his idea for GigFinesse stemmed from his own experiences as a musician, where he recognized the inefficiencies in booking talent. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 This week, The Modern Hotelier will release new episodes every day from conversations David, Jon, and 🎙️Steve had with speakers and attendees at the Independent Lodging Congress in Sausalito, CA. In this episode, we sit down with Dan Jacobs, Gaurav Sharma, Audrey Yates, and Brian Polster. In the clip below, Dan talks about how important it is to have an experience and point of view when dining. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 NEW EPISODE 💥 This week, The Modern Hotelier will release new episodes every day from conversations David, Jon, and 🎙️Steve had with speakers and attendees at the Independent Lodging Congress in Sausalito, CA. In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Benioff, Peter Heinemann, and Lindsey Ueberroth! In the clip below, Andrew shares his optimistic perspective on how, despite more independent hotels being bought by brands, it creates opportunities for emerging indie hotels! Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

💥 FLASHBACK FRIDAY 💥 Are we taking an active enough role? Aradhana Khowala emphasizes that now is the time to ensure we are actively contributing to the communities our hotels serve while prioritizing sustainability. Make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier and have a great weekend! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

Going from your traditional job to starting your own business is nerve-wracking. Janet Marie Ferrer from H2OTA Revenue Recovery - Hospitality Holdings LLC tells us how important it is to overcome rejection quickly and put yourself out there. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast

What if you could recover $1 million from Expedia audits? Janet Marie Ferrer from H2OTA Revenue Recovery - Hospitality Holdings LLC shares how she developed a passion for conducting Expedia audits. She recalls a time when, despite her boss's skepticism, she proved them wrong by uncovering $1 million. Check out the full episode in the comments and make sure to 👍 and ➕ The Modern Hotelier! #TheModernHotelier #Podcast