The Lobby Talk

What happens when you leave behind the fast pace of New York to create a hospitality experience rooted in purpose, sustainability, and connection? n this episode of The Lobby Talk, we sit down with Vera and Cam Camarena, the entrepreneurs behind Quinta Camarena, to explore their inspiring journey from successful careers in New York to creating a meaningful hospitality experience in the Portuguese...

From peeling potatoes at 14 to leading global hotel development at Accor what does it really take to build the future of hospitality? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, I speak with Camil Yazbek, Global Chief Development Officer at Accor, about hospitality leadership, hotel development strategy, and the future of the global travel industry. From early operational roles to shaping global expansion...

What does it take to go from service to shaping hospitality experiences? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, I sit down with Sonja Stojcevski, founder of Brand & Spice. From sommelier to luxury yachting to experience design, her journey is driven by one thing: curiosity. They explore why great hospitality isn’t just about aesthetics but about how spaces actually work. From operations to design,...

What if the most defining moment of your career came from the courage to start over? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, I sit down with award-winning chef Grace Choy to explore a journey shaped by reinvention, resilience, and purpose. From a corporate career in Hong Kong to building her own private kitchen, and eventually redefining her craft in Tokyo, Grace’s path challenges the idea of a “linear...

What does it take to build a global career in luxury hospitality? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, Camille Jammeron sits down with Romain Avril, hospitality leader at Rosewood São Paulo, to explore international mobility, Food & Beverage strategy, and leadership across cultures. From starting in Paris to moving to Dubai at 23, leading F&B in Morocco and Rio during the Olympic Games, navi...

Behind every hotel is a story, a vision, and a passion that transforms stays into unforgettable experiences. Join Adrien, hotel entrepreneur and founder of the Touriste Group, as he shares his journey from youth jobs in London to creating independent hotels with a unique design and guest-focused DNA. In this episode, we explore: How early experiences in hostels and corporate hospitality shaped a b...

Behind every dish is a story, a craft, and a passion that turns a meal into an unforgettable experience. Join Alexis Voisenet as he shares the art and soul of French gastronomy at Maison Avoise. In this episode, we explore: How precision, creativity, and respect for ingredients shape a Michelin-starred culinary journey. The story behind Maison Avoise, from concept to opening, and building a team t...

Behind every cocktail is a story, a smile, and a moment that guests will never forget. Join Colin Fields and discover the secrets of legendary hospitality. Step behind the bar with Colin Fields, the legendary head bartender of the Hemingway Bar at The Ritz Paris, twice named Best Bartender in the World. From his early days as a car park attendant in England to creating iconic cocktails like the Li...

Ever wondered what the future of hospitality and restaurants looks like from an industry visionary? In this episode, I sit down with Bernard Boutboul, founder of Gira and a trailblazer in restaurant consulting. From running iconic food concepts to advising hotels on guest experience, Bernard shares insider stories and bold insights that are shaping the hospitality landscape today. We explore: The...

Her very first table? Leonardo DiCaprio. From that moment, Michelle Moreno’s journey in hospitality was unstoppable. On this episode of The Lobby Talk, I sit down with hospitality leader, consultant, and international restaurant creator Michelle Moreno. From dreaming of the West End stage to opening over 60 restaurants and bars worldwide, Michelle has transformed her love for people and performanc...

Every great conversation starts somewhere. The Lobby Talk is where real stories and honest, unfiltered conversations come to life — the kind we usually keep behind closed doors. In this first episode, I’ll share the vision for the podcast and where we’re headed. It’s just the beginning, and I’m excited to have you along. Thank you for being here!