GAIN Momentum - Lessons from Leaders in Hospitality, Travel, Food Service, & Technology

In the seventh episode, we have Nick Horgan, the chief commercial officer (CCO) for the hospitality revenue optimization platform, Amaze Insights .    Nick Horgan had a long tenure at Newmarket International, working there since 1995 and after the company’s acquisition by Amadeus in 2014 through to mid-2021. During this time, Horgan’s sales numbers speak for themselves; beyond surpassing sales quo...

In this special On The Road episode while at HITEC 2023 (June 26-29, 2023, Toronto), Adam and Jason asked exhibitors and attendees one key question about hotel technology: “How is your company cutting through the digital marketing noise?”   As background, the phrase ‘digital noise’ refers to all the various ways that we are all collectively bombarded by electronic advertising and media every singl...

In the fifth episode, we have Greg Beatty, a GAIN advisor based out of Bangkok and hospitality technology executive with a USA law degree.   With positions including COO, MD APAC, MD EMEA, legal counsel, and cyber law and compliance lead, Greg has over 25 years of experience in IT for hospitality, commercial real estate, telecom, energy and project finance. With positions at Verizon, TCC Assets, N...

In the fourth episode, we have Michael Cohen, the managing partner for Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), hospitality and travel tech advisor and co-chair of VRARA.   Michael Cohen is an executive-level growth leader, board member, strategic advisor and keynote speaker, with a primary business focus on the commercialization of travel, hospitality and restaurant technologies as well as e...

In the third episode, we speak with Ira Vouk, (https://iravouk.com/) the renowned author of "Hospitality 2.0" In this captivating podcast episode, Ira Vouk, provides invaluable insights into the challenges faced by technology providers when selling to the hospitality industry. By delving into the topic, we uncover strategies for improvement. Additionally, we explore the exciting opportunities and...

In the second episode, we have Jessica Hayes, an advisor for Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN), owner of Hayespitality (https://hayespitality.com), and a business development executive for Plusgrade (https://www.plusgrade.com/).  Jess is passionate about hotels, travel, hospitality tech and marketing landscape, with over 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, training, and account...

In the inaugural episode, we have David Millili, the co-founder of Growth Advisors International Network (GAIN) and CEO of LodgIQ. David Millili is a renowned thought leader and an accomplished professional in the hospitality field. With extensive experience as a GM, Hospitality Tech CEO, and a deep understanding of the industry's trends, challenges, and opportunities, David provides invaluable in...