Lydia C. van der Brugge
May I Speak to the Manager please
Best practices around Sustainability - Service Excellence, Ecological Footprints and People Development - in Tourism and Hospitality from real leaders around the world
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Lydia C. van der Brugge
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May 15, 2026
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Episodes
Valentina Ultsch, Harry's Home Hotels 29.01.2026 36:54
Valentina is Head of Human Resources of Harry's Home and Adler Hotels based in Austria, and expanding from there. Welcome to a great conversation about becoming "best employer", keeping staff and where to use - and where not to - A.I. in H.R. processes
Hilda Namara 28.05.2025 35:38
A delightful conversation with Hilda Namara, the inspiring founder and CEO of Ubuntu Women Tourism Foundation. Their team create and offer journeys that not only transform people but empower local communities. UWTF's mission is to not only unveil the beauty of Uganda but to create connections that leave a lasting, positive footprint on the world.
Manuel Bitschnau, CEO, Montafon Tourism 17.03.2025 44:44
There is something magical about the Montafon Alpine Area - Magical and Sustainable, that is. Manuel has been heading the Tourism Agency for over 10 years, really leaving an impressive mark in the region: listen in to their long-term and holistic approach to Tourism!
Martin Stockburger, Koncept Hotels 05.11.2024 47:12
Martin Stockburger wanted to contribute to the UN Sustainable Development Goals when he started Koncept Hotels in 2017 - resulting in the foundation of Koncept Hotels.
Denise Omurca, Lindenberg Hospitality 02.02.2024 43:52
To think outside the box; to develop the kind of place that you would actually like to stay at; to get really grasp what your guests want; to continue developing - and to have a good time doing it! Great elements of any enterprise in theory, and in practice! as Denise Omurca shares with us in this insightful interview
Gys Joubert, Managing Director, Gondwana Collection Namibia 07.12.2023 50:22
Attention: this conversation may make you want to pack your bags and join Gys on his quest to sustainability in Namibia!
Djaved Fareed, Corporate Sustainability Manager, Constance Hotels 19.10.2023 1:00:57
talking about: Green Procurement, how to reduce your food waste by 65% (!) and cool alternatives to plastic !
Teona Nemsitsveridze 16.06.2023 41:02
on raising the level of sustainability of an entire country (ok, so on the tourism of an entire country)
Michaela Reitterer - Boutiquehotel Stadthalle, Vienna, Austria 16.03.2023 50:40
Lavender fields on the roof, up-cycling as a state of mind and how not to have any problems finding staff.
Priscilla Murillo, Operations Manager, Böëna Lodges Collection 02.02.2023 47:37
The Böëna Collection includes Pacuare Lodge, Lapa Ríos, Tortuga Lodge & Gardens, and Monteverde Lodge & Gardens.
Noelle Homsy, Co-founder, ENVI Lodges 14.10.2022 40:49
ENVI Lodges is a luxury experiential eco-lodge brand and management company that focuses on operating retreats that have a low impact on the environment and that are immersed in nature.
Talking to: Katarina Krebs, Guldsmeden Hotels 12.08.2022 39:26
Katarina shares with us the many - very hands-on - articles and activities that Guldsmeden Hotels (I challenge you to pronounce it properly ;) is featuring to increase their sustainability: So crazy awesome! Enjoy!
Anniina Sandberg, Founder, CEO "VIsit Natives" 03.06.2022 38:10
I am having a wonderful conversation today with Anniina Sandberg, founder and CEO of VISIT NATIVES, an agency that enables travellers sustainable, and authentic adventures created by the indigenous people. Here, she gives valuable input on how to involve communities in a meaningful way.
Felipe Fernandez 09.05.2022 55:56
Here is Felipe Fernandez talking to us about sustainability- or rather the Sustainability Culture - at Cayuga Collection (originally:Costa Rica) where he is a General Manager. Hans Pfizer, the co-founder, was so fascinating in our episode a while back that I wanted to hear more!
Patricia Plesner 27.02.2022 31:08
excited to talk to Patricia Plesner who founded ECOHOTELS.com, representing and supporting hotels that are committed to sustainability and making it simple and transparent for travellers to book sustainable hotels.
Monika Schaffner, Connecting Spaces 04.02.2022 47:50
Talking to Nepal-born Monika Schaffner, founder of Connecting Spaces, particularly about her work with "Madi Eco Village" about immersive tourism and community participation
Warren Green, Warren Green & Associated - dedicated to supporting global, sustainable tourism initiatives 12.09.2021 52:00
Warren is a Marketing Professional specialising in Sustainable Tourism and shares his vast and very applicable experiences from working with organisations like Sabi Sabi.
River Stanley, Sumba Hospitality 25.08.2021 52:23
River is the former Director of Education at Sumba Hospitality and shares his experiences is setting up the hospitality school
David Leventhal - Regenerative Travel & Playa Viva 24.08.2021 56:59
David is the founder of Regenerative Travel, taking Sustainability to a higher level, as well as the founder of Playa Viva, a regenerative eco-luxury hotel located on the southern Pacific Coast of Mexico. David shares his paradigm-shifting thoughts on Regenerative Tourism - a true gem of a conversation!
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