MC Fireside Chats, an Outdoor Hospitality Podcast

In the special episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosted by Brian Searl, a panel of outdoor hospitality experts gathered to discuss their experiences and future plans. The panel included Ali and Eric Rasmussen from Spacious Skies Campgrounds, Joann Delvescio from the New Jersey Campground Owners And Outdoor Lodging Association, Joshua Turner from Blackstrap Glamping Resort, Steve Rappleyea from Driveho...

In the recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl begins the episode with excitement, highlighting that it's the penultimate episode before the holiday season. He teases a special wrap-up show with numerous guests planned for the following week. Brian's introduction sets a lively tone for the episode, which focuses on the glamping industry. He introduces the guests: Dave from Canadian S...

In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl of Insider Perks,  and a panel of industry experts gathered to discuss a range of topics central to the camping and outdoor hospitality industry. The panel included Scott Bahr from Cairn Consulting Group, Casey Cochran from Camp Spot, RV Industry Advisor Sandy Ellingson, and Mike Harrison from CRR Hospitality, providing a well-rounded...

In the recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosted by Brian Searl of Insider Perks, a discussion unfolds about the RV industry with notable guests including Phil Ingrassia (President of RVDA), Eleanore Hamm (President of RVDA of Canada), Shane Devenish (Executive Director at CRVA), and special guest Mike Wendland from RV Lifestyle. Mike Wendland, with his extensive experience in the RV lifestyle,...

The MC Fireside Chats episode on November 15th, hosted by Brian Searl, brought together a diverse group of professionals from the outdoor hospitality industry, particularly from Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA). This gathering, set against the backdrop of the KOA convention & expo in Las Vegas, offered a deep dive into the world of camping and outdoor hospitality, featuring insights from sev...

In the recent episode of MC Fireside Chats which was broadcasted live at the OHCE2023, host Brian Searl, the founder and CEO of Insider Perks and Modern Campground, led an insightful discussion featuring prominent figures in the outdoor hospitality industry. Each guest contributed unique insights and perspectives based on their expertise and experience in the field. Paul Bambei, the President and...

In the recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl sets the stage for a comprehensive discussion on the significance of data and analytics in the sector. He introduces a panel of esteemed guests: Scott Bahr of Cairn Consulting Group, the newest member of the panel, along with regular guests Christine Taylor, Mike Harrison, Sandy Ellingson, and Mark Koep. Each brings a unique perspective,...

In the latest installment of MC Fireside Chats, the spotlight was on the dynamic RV industry, with a distinguished panel of experts delving into their wealth of knowledge and experiences. The session was expertly steered by host Brian Searl, who facilitated engaging conversations with the esteemed guests. Regular contributors Phil Ingrassia from RVDA, Shane Devenish from CRVA, and Susan Carpenter...

In the recent episode of  MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl of Insider Perks initiated a rich discussion focusing on Campground Hunters, marking the third episode dedicated to this theme. He welcomed distinguished guests: Candice from Staylist, Scott Knepp from IVEE Management Group, Gwynn from Care Camps, and Erin Thiem from In Town Campground and Erin Thiem from Inn Town Campground Gwynn...

In the recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, brought to you by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality, host Brian Searl of Insider Perks is joined by Zach Stoltenberg from Clockwork, Ansh Singh from Quaint Glamping, and Chris Jeub from Monument Glamping.  Zach Stoltenberg from Clockwork shared his journey, detailing the complexities he faced while securing permits. Despite a year's delay, he expressed op...

In the recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, broadcast live from Glamping Show Americas, host Brian Searl delved into the surge in popularity of glamping. The show convened a gathering of experts to shed light on its trajectory and the challenges ahead. This episode, presented by Fireside Accounting, offered diverse perspectives on the current state of glamping and its future potential.  Brian...

In the latest episode of MC Fireside Chats, Brian Searl delves into the intricacies of the RV industry and outdoor recreation. As some regular guests attend an event in Elkhart, Indiana, Brian is accompanied by Eleonore Hamm, a recurring guest, and special attendees Patrick Botticelli and Mark Harling. Eleonore underscores the significance of the Elkhart event, where manufacturers present their 20...

In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, hosted by Brian Searle  of Insider Perks, industry luminaries convened to dive into the rapidly shifting camping trends. Among the standout contributors was Amy Bashor, who introduced "Standing Pines," an upscale RV resort destined to become a hallmark destination in Hartsville, South Carolina by 2024. Her ambitious project, with its promise of a luxu...

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats, Cara Csizmadia rejoined as a guest host. She led a panel that included special guests Richard Cherry, owner of Cherry Glamping, and Alexander Allred, owner of Blueridge Glamping. Recurring guests Ruben Martinez, founder of the American Glamping Association, and Zach Stoltenberg, Glamping and RV Resort Design Leader at Clockwork, were also present. Toge...

The recent episode of MC Fireside Chats featured a dynamic discussion with several prominent figures in the camping and RV industry for its multisector discussion. Brian Searl, the host, led the conversation with guests Jason Whiting, President of Pentor Recreation; Nicholas Denaro, Owner of The Ridge Campground; and Scott Hubble, CEO of nuCamp RV. The discussion began with Jason Whiting sharing h...

In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, host Brian Searl brought together a panel of experts from the RV industry to discuss various trends and insights. The panel included recurring guests Shane Devenish from CRVA and Phil Ingrassia from RVDA Special guests  Deryle Jensen from RV Wheelator, and Jeremy Greene from RVIA also joined the episode.  Shane Devenish from CRVA highlighted the...

In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, presented by Modern Campground, a lively discussion unfolded around the topic of family preferences at resorts and campgrounds. Host Brian Searl was joined by recurring guests Joe Duemig from App My Community and Sean Vidrine from Four Points RV Resorts, and special guestLee Anne Miracle from Tiger Trail RV Resort , each bringing their unique perspectives...

In a recent episode of MC Fireside Chats, the transformative journeys within the glamping universe took center stage. Sponsored by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality, the episode began with a fresh introduction, showcasing the show's commitment to bringing weekly conversations with thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and outdoor hospitality experts. Brian Searl expressed his enthusiasm for the new introducti...

In the latest episode of MC Fireside Chats hosted by Brian Searl, a panel of industry experts convened to discuss the evolving role of data and artificial intelligence (AI) in the recreational vehicle (RV) industry. The panelists included Casey Cochran from Campspot, Mike Harrison from CRR: A Lifestyle Company, Christine Taylor from the Towne Law Firm, and RV Industry Consultant, Sandy Ellington....

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats, sponsored by AccessParks, host Brian Searle was joined by recurring guests Phil Ingrassia from RVDA, Shane Deevenish from CRVA, and Eleanore Hamm from RVIA. Adding a unique perspective to the conversation were special guests Dr. Steve and Alec Rappleyea from Drive Home RV. Alec, shared insights about the challenges they face while scaling their RV rent...

On the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats last July 19 presented by Modern Campground host Brian Searl was joined by recurring guests Nate Thompson from KCN Campgrounds and Scott Knepp from IVEE Group and special guests Justin Hogatt and Adam Lendi from Beyonder Camp, Mark Lemoine from St. Joseph KOA Holiday and Shannon Connolly of Roamstead. The conversation begins with Shannon discussing her...

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats presented by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality and hosted by Brian Searl, the discussion had begun with Sharon and Tony Turner sharing their experience of running the glamping site, Glamping Retro, in Tennessee. They had emphasized the importance of providing a unique and comfortable experience for their guests, which included providing amenities like a hot t...

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats episode presented by Horizon Outdoor Hospitality hosted by Brian Searl, the discussion started about the departure of co-host Cara due to her increased responsibilities at CCRVC.  Brian together with the recurring guests touched upon the occupancy rates of their properties during the July 4th holiday, with the high temperatures and weather conditio...

In the previous episode of MC Fireside Chats, presented by AccessParks, the conversation starts with personal experiences of RVing and quickly turns to the current state of the RV industry, discussing a softened market, dealership inventory backlogs, and enduring interest from consumers.  Sam Shapiro from Grounded adds his perspective as a startup founder insulated from these challenges due t...

During the MC Fireside Chats last June 21 presented by Accessparks, it was mentioned that the podcast has undergone a change with the departure of co-host Cara, who has been appointed the president of the Canadian Camping & RV Council. The episode revolves around insightful discussions on the camping and RV industry featuring recurring guests Sean Vidrine from Four Points RV Resorts, Scott Kne...