Tuesday's Thanks

In this episode, Brian is joined by Bill Deller, Chief Financial Officer with Harrison Group Hotels & Restaurants. What began in 1952 with Lois and George Harrison building andopening the Harrison Hall Hotel in Ocean City Maryland, the Harrison Group has grown into 18 hotels, 13 restaurants in 4 states. Tuner in to hear who Bill Thanks for helping him along the way.

In this episode, Brian is joined by D.C. Becker, Founder & Co-Owner of the Titan Group of New York. The Titan Group is a strategic advisor to its clients in the global hospitality space. Deeply experienced in all aspects of operating, analyzing, positioning, branding, and renovating upscale/luxury hotels globally, Titan prides itself on its ability to provide valuable strategic counsel to its...

In this episode. Brian is joined by Jillian Alps, Chief Operating Officer with Meads Bay Hotel Group. Founded in 2022, Meads Bay Hotel Group’s mission is management excellence of their boutique and extended stay hotel portfolio. In partnership with their sister company, Sawyer Realty Partners, they seek opportunities that allows them to capitalize on their unique dual management platform. Tune in...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Jennifer McCarthy, Founderof Waves Marketing Solutions. Waves Marketing Solutions is a strategic marketing and growth consultancy that turns complex businesses into cohesive, demand‑generating platforms. With deep roots in hospitality, travel, realestate, and other experience‑led industries, they help organizations clarify their story, launch new products and pr...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Stephen Malfatti, Manager, Operations Delivery & Brand Activation Culinary and F&B for Marriott Hotels & Resorts. A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Stephen brings his vast culinary experience with him as he manages the openings of all new Marriott properties across the states. He has currently opened over 150 hotels for Marriott and is...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Robin Zeidel, President& Owner of Zeidel & Associates P.C. Zeidel & Associates P.C. is a high-end boutique law firm serving hospitality, corporate, and real estate clients throughout the country. Their mission is to provide top-tier, value-driven legal services based on their own corporate experience and a client-focused perspective. They offer excep...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Anastasiia Bruieva,Founder and CEO of Domus Vita Solutions. Domus Vita Solutions FZ-LLC, a UAE-based boutique consultancy, specializes in Human Capital Development, Business Coaching, Destination Management, Organizational Development, Lifestyle Management, and Hospitality & Tourism. Anastasiia, Tune in to hear who Anastasiia Thanks for helping her along the...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Nadine Heubel, currently working with Mentoro as an advisor. Mentoro is a noon-profit movement that connects experience professionals with the next generation of young leaders. Since it's launch in 2016, Mentoro has connected over 1,200 mentors and mentees across various industries in Montreal, Miami and New York. Tune in to hear who Nadine Thanks for helpin...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Scott Williams, Senior Advisor with Crimson Rock Capital. Scott’s journey has involved some of the premier brands and companies within the world of Hospitality: leading the Creative and Marketing teams at iconic companies like Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Morgans Hotel Group – just to name a couple. Tune in to hear who Scott Thanks for helping him along the...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Lital Shpaner, Founder& CEO of Blaze Reviews. Blaze turns 100% of public guest opinions and competitor intelligence into your ultimate growth radar. Powered by proprietary, hospitality-mapped NLP, Blaze eliminates the noise and gives you the exact data flight path needed to: Eliminate hidden revenue leakages,maximize asset value and NOI allowing you to outpe...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Lynette Montoya, President & CEO of the Latino Hotel Association. Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the Latino Hotel Association is dedicated to serving people with a passion for the hospitality industry. They are committed to expanding the community of Latino and Hispanic hotel owners and operators in addition to providing educational and networking opportun...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Alan Daehnke, COO ofDartcor Enterprises. Dartcor Enterprises is the parent of a family of hospitality brands united by a core belief that hospitality is a powerful force for good— inspiring human connection, shaping culture, and strengthening community. Three distinct brands: Dartcor Hospitality, Chelsea Hospitality and Ome Caterers with one purpose. Tune in to...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Dr. Jennifer Elfenbein,Chair of the Hospitality & Tourism Management Program at Grand Canyon University. Grand Canyon University is a private, nonprofit Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona. They are dedicated to providing a purpose-driven education that empowers students to discover their calling and lead with integrity. As part of the Colangelo...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Kevin Rohani, CEO &Founder of CAMO. CAMO give hotels a modern, turnkey way to offer guests hotel-branded room, pool, and bar service - no extra staff, no kitchen, no complicated tech. Their journey began in Anaheim and has since expanded across the country, working with many of the major brands. Tune in to hear whoKevin Thanks for helping him along the way.

In this episode, Brian is joined by Dury Kim, Vice President, Revenue & Distribution with InnVentures. For more than 40 years, InnVentures has been driven by an innovative, entrepreneurial spirit. They operate over 65 hotels for some of the Nation’s largest REIT’s and private real estate owners, in addition to a large portfolio of individual and family-ownedhotels. Tune in to hear who Dury Tha...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Michael O’Donohue, Managing Director of La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club. Located on 21-acres, the resort encompasses three properties, including the exclusive 90-room La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club, the 128-room La Jolla Shores Hotel and the award-winningMarine Room restaurant. Resort amenities include 13 championship tennis courts, 5 pickleball courts, a nine-...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Rick Ringo, Senior VicePresident, Operations for IDM Hospitality Management. IDM Hospitality Management develops and manages independent, boutique hotels that enrich their communities. They have been a trusted partner to hoteliers since 1999 and are practiced in helping stakeholders bring their vision to life. Their expertise includes hotels, restaurant concepts...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Aliya Khan, VicePresident Global Design Strategy & Product Development at Marriott Hotels & Resorts. As Vice President Global Design Strategy & Product Development, Aliya oversees the creative direction for over 30 brands across the Premium, Select and Midscale portfolios. With a background in both Architecture and Industrial Design from Pratt Instit...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Joe Iturri, Senior VicePresident, Business Development with HCW Hospitality. HCW is a real estate development and property management company that develops, owns, and operates full service, select service, and extended stay hotels. Their hotels operateunder Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt and Caesars flags with the portfolio currently managing 13 hotels with more under...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Deniz Dorbek, Founder ofthe Regulus Collective. Regulus is a New York–based global hospitality investment and creative advisory firm shaping the evolution of lifestyle hospitality. With over twenty-five years in global hospitality across seven countries and with some of the world’s most influential brands, Deniz has built her career at the intersection of commer...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Blair Wills, President& CEO of StepStone Hospitality. Based in Providence, RI, StepStone Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company specializing in the operation of full-service, select-service, lifestyle, and independent hotels throughout the United States. Currently managing 35 properties with over 5,000 guestrooms in 16 states, their world-cl...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Arjun Channa, GeneralManager at the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa. Setalong Mai Khao Beach, the JW Marriott Phuket Resort offers 262 luxurious guestrooms, nine signature restaurants and bars, state of the art meeting facilities and a world class spa. A truly Five Star experience where every detail is designed with care. Tune in to hear who Arjun Thanks for...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Kristina Unker, Founderand Creative Director at MA’AM Creative. MA'AM is a woman-led branding agency for hospitality clients who deliver indelible experiences to their guests. At MA’AM they are committed to supporting and enabling a more equitable creative industry by evolving and improving their business practices. They believe extraordinary work is a resul...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Ed Walls, Executive VicePresident with the Woodworth Core Group. Based in Atlanta, the Woodworth Core Group has a long history of analyzing both the historical and future performance of the lodging industry. They specialize in providing customized research to a broad array of owners, managers, lenders, and both public and private sector investors, as well as pro...

In this episode, Brian is joined by Ginger Martin, ManagingDirector of the Joule Hotel in Dallas. The Joule is a 160-room neo-gothic landmark in the heart of downtown Dallas, and it is a fully restored, Forbes 4 Star boutique luxury hotel that artfully integrates historic preservation with contemporary design. With an enticing variety of Food & Beverage offerings such as cbd provisions, Sasset...