Episode Details

In this episode, Lisa Karvellas, co-owner of Cedar Lakes Estate, shares how she and her sister transformed a 1920s summer camp into a world-class destination for weddings, retreats, and boutique hospitality.

• Adapting to New Uses: Learn how Lisa and her sister adapted Cedar Lakes Estate to function both as an event venue and a boutique hotel. 
• The Importance of Guest Feedback: Discover the role of guest feedback in shaping strategy and accelerating growth. 
• Creating Exclusive, Immersive Event Experiences: Get tips on what it takes to provide these experiences. 
• Maintaining an Engaging Workplace: Understand how Lisa maintains a fun and engaging workplace for her staff. 
• Winter Operations: Hear why Cedar Lakes Estate stays open during the off-season and how it benefits their staff and operations. 
• Event Hosting Philosophy: Explore why Lisa and her team focus on events and their unique approach to hosting weddings and retreats. 
• Slow and Steady Growth: Learn the importance of slowly growing a hospitality business and listening to client feedback. 
• Post-COVID Changes: Find out how the event world has changed post-COVID and how Cedar Lakes Estate has adapted.
• Creating a Fun Environment: Learn about the importance of fun as a core value at Cedar Lakes Estate and how it contributes to their success. 

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Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands