Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchRafat Ali_ CEO_Founder_ Skift_ interviewed by David Kong (1)
Rafat Ali shares his journey from engineer-turned-journalist to serial media entrepreneur, reflecting on the choices, setbacks, and grit behind building Skift. We explore the most admired leadership …
Published on 11 hours ago
Brian Proctor, Founder, Leeds Hospitality Group, interviewed by Lan Elliott
Brian shares why investing time upfront is one of the keys to building high-performing teams. He also explains how his The Power of Gratitude at Work program helps transform organizations – and why …
Published on 4 days, 3 hours ago
Baron Ah Moo, Senior Vice President of Asset Management, IndoChina Kajima, interviewed by Lan Elliott
Baron shares how he approaches taking major risks, including moving to 5 countries on 3 continents, and the opportunities created by working in emerging markets, plus how those experiences enhanced h…
Published on 1 week ago
Leora Halpern Lanz, Associate Professor of the Practice, Boston University, School of Hospitality Administration
Leora reveals opportunities to attract and retain the next generation, and she debunks myths about them. Leora also shares tips for developing one’s network into friendships and why doing great work …
Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago
Jan Freitag, National Director, Hospitality Analytics, CoStar Group, interviewed by Lan Elliott
One of hospitality’s most prolific, well-respected presenters, Jan shares his public speaking journey, including specific things to do before, during, and after your presentation to elevate your publ…
Published on 1 month ago
Rod Clough_ President_ HVS interviewed by Rachel Humphrey
Rod shares his journey from working in high school catering services to becoming President of HVS. He reflects on his growth as a public speaker and his preparation, his approach to leadership, and w…
Published on 1 month ago
Jacob Messina, CEO, Stayntouch, interviewed by Rachel Humphrey
Jacob shares how an early love of video games led to a career in technology and the hospitality industry. He discusses why trust is critical in leadership, reflects on his own leadership evolution an…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Carolyne Doyon, President & CEO, Club Med N. America and Caribbean, interviewed by David Kong
From proving doubters wrong early on to leading with determination and kindness, Carolyne reminds us that “success doesn’t come easy, but small wins build confidence and influence.” She also shared c…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Petra Deuter, Global Board Director & Interim CEO, interviewed by Lan Elliott
Having worked in over 25 countries, Petra career has been built on taking risks and leaning into the resilience she’s built along the way. In this interview, she explains the advantages of interim e…
Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago
Brian Hicks, CEO HSMAI interviewed by Dorothy Dowling
Dorothy Dowling interviews Brian Hicks, CEO of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International. They discuss Brian's career journey, the importance of intentional career paths, effectiv…
Published on 2 months ago