Meet in the Lobby

Meet in the Lobby: Modern Leadership and the Evolution of Hospitality In this episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorien Murphy and Melissa McCormack explore the changing landscape of the hospitality industry. Joined by industry veteran and founder of Columbine Hospitality, Christin Marvin, the conversation centers on the "million-dollar question" of leadership: how to build sustainable systems, a...

Meet in the Lobby: Modern Leadership and the Evolution of Hospitality In this episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorien Murphy and Melissa McCormack explore the changing landscape of the hospitality industry. Joined by industry veteran and founder of Columbine Hospitality, Christin Marvin, the conversation centers on the "million-dollar question" of leadership: how to build sustainable systems, a...

Leadership, Talent, and the Future of Hospitality Procurement In Part 2 of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack continue their conversation with Molly Preston, Senior Vice President of Procurement at Pyramid Global Hospitality. While the first discussion explored global growth and procurement strategy, this installment shifts focus to leadership, mentorship, emerging talent...

Leadership, Talent, and the Future of Hospitality Procurement In Part 2 of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack continue their conversation with Molly Preston, Senior Vice President of Procurement at Pyramid Global Hospitality. While the first discussion explored global growth and procurement strategy, this installment shifts focus to leadership, mentorship, emerging talent...

Navigating Global Growth and Innovation in Hospitality Procurement In this episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack sit down with Molly Preston , Senior Vice President of Procurement at Pyramid Global Hospitality . The discussion centers on the evolving landscape of global procurement in the hospitality sector, balancing the necessity of corporate scale with the impo...

Navigating Global Growth and Innovation in Hospitality Procurement In this episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack sit down with Molly Preston , Senior Vice President of Procurement at Pyramid Global Hospitality . The discussion centers on the evolving landscape of global procurement in the hospitality sector, balancing the necessity of corporate scale with the impo...

In this episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack continue their exploration of how wellness is reshaping hospitality—this time through the lens of Peloton. Joined by Courtney Nolan, Senior Director of Partnerships at Peloton, the conversation dives into how hotels are integrating in-room fitness, creating immersive wellness spaces, and responding to growing guest dem...

In this episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack continue their exploration of how wellness is reshaping hospitality—this time through the lens of Peloton. Joined by Courtney Nolan, Senior Director of Partnerships at Peloton, the conversation dives into how hotels are integrating in-room fitness, creating immersive wellness spaces, and responding to growing guest dem...

How Peloton Is Powering Hospitality’s Future Wellness has moved far beyond the status of a luxury amenity. In hospitality, it is becoming a business imperative. As consumer expectations shift and the global wellness economy continues to expand, operators are being pushed to rethink how health and well-being show up across the guest experience. According to Courtney Nolan, Senior Director of Partne...

How Peloton Is Powering Hospitality’s Future Wellness has moved far beyond the status of a luxury amenity. In hospitality, it is becoming a business imperative. As consumer expectations shift and the global wellness economy continues to expand, operators are being pushed to rethink how health and well-being show up across the guest experience. According to Courtney Nolan, Senior Director of Partne...

Welcome back to Meet in the Lobby, the podcast where hospitality meets innovation! In this "Mailbag Episode 2," hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack kick things off with a personal wellness check, sharing their recent focuses on fitness and mindfulness (and wine!). Then, they dive into listener questions, tackling pressing industry topics: Managing Tight Margins: Discover effective supply cha...

Welcome back to Meet in the Lobby, the podcast where hospitality meets innovation! In this "Mailbag Episode 2," hosts Dorian Murphy and Melissa McCormack kick things off with a personal wellness check, sharing their recent focuses on fitness and mindfulness (and wine!). Then, they dive into listener questions, tackling pressing industry topics: Managing Tight Margins: Discover effective supply cha...

In this inaugural "Mailbag" episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorien Murphy and Melissa McCormack dive into the interweb universe to answer your burning questions about the future of hospitality. From the challenges of flat occupancy forecasts to the creative potential of mocktails, this episode is packed with actionable insights for hotel operators and hospitality enthusiasts alike. Dorien and...

In this inaugural "Mailbag" episode of Meet in the Lobby, hosts Dorien Murphy and Melissa McCormack dive into the interweb universe to answer your burning questions about the future of hospitality. From the challenges of flat occupancy forecasts to the creative potential of mocktails, this episode is packed with actionable insights for hotel operators and hospitality enthusiasts alike. Dorien and...

The Chef's Forecast: Culinary Moves that Matter in 2026 In a recent episode of "Meet in the Lobby," hosts Melissa McCormack and Dorien Murphy were joined by Adam Mali, Director of Culinary Operations with Sage Restaurant Concepts, to forecast the culinary trends shaping hotel dining for 2026. The conversation moved beyond fleeting fads to explore the deeper shifts in flavor, technique, and philoso...

Rediscovering Luxury Welcome to "Meet in the Lobby," a podcast by Avendra International, where we pull back the veil on the mysteries of luxury hospitality. Hosted by Melissa McCormack and Dorien Murphy, this episode teases insights from the recent Avendra Luxury Summit in Dallas, Texas—a hub of secretive innovations and exclusive networking opportunities. What discoveries will influence the futur...

Rediscovering Luxury Welcome to "Meet in the Lobby," a podcast by Avendra International, where we pull back the veil on the mysteries of luxury hospitality. Hosted by Melissa McCormack and Dorien Murphy, this episode teases insights from the recent Avendra Luxury Summit in Dallas, Texas—a hub of secretive innovations and exclusive networking opportunities. What discoveries will influence the futur...

Cybersecurity's Vital Role in Hospitality In this episode of "Meet in the Lobby," hosts Melissa McCormack and Dorien Murphy discuss the critical importance of cybersecurity in the hospitality industry, featuring insights from special guest Pam Lindemoen, Chief Security Officer at RH-ISAC. Emphasizing that cybersecurity is now a front-and-center concern, the conversation explores how hotels handle...

Cybersecurity's Vital Role in Hospitality In this episode of "Meet in the Lobby," hosts Melissa McCormack and Dorien Murphy discuss the critical importance of cybersecurity in the hospitality industry, featuring insights from special guest Pam Lindemoen, Chief Security Officer at RH-ISAC. Emphasizing that cybersecurity is now a front-and-center concern, the conversation explores how hotels handle...

Unlocking Fall Food Trends with Chef Paul Bloxham Join us as Chef Paul Bloxham, culinary expert and Head at Avendra International Europe, reveals the latest fall food trends across Europe and beyond. Discover how these trends are reshaping menus and enhancing guest experiences. What You'll Learn 00:24 — Paul's culinary journey and role at Avendra 05:15 — Key fall flavors and their impact 13:20 — C...

Unlocking Fall Food Trends with Chef Paul Bloxham Join us as Chef Paul Bloxham, culinary expert and Head at Avendra International Europe, reveals the latest fall food trends across Europe and beyond. Discover how these trends are reshaping menus and enhancing guest experiences. What You'll Learn 00:24 — Paul's culinary journey and role at Avendra 05:15 — Key fall flavors and their impact 13:20 — C...

Looking for seamless retail solutions in hospitality? Discover how AI-powered automation is revolutionizing hotel guest experiences, thanks to Swyft's groundbreaking solutions! During our latest "Meet in the Lobby" podcast, Rick Cusick, Chief Revenue Officer of Swyft, shared insights on how their cutting-edge technology connects the dots between right brand, product, and time—dramatically enhancin...

Looking for seamless retail solutions in hospitality? Discover how AI-powered automation is revolutionizing hotel guest experiences, thanks to Swyft's groundbreaking solutions! During our latest "Meet in the Lobby" podcast, Rick Cusick, Chief Revenue Officer of Swyft, shared insights on how their cutting-edge technology connects the dots between right brand, product, and time—dramatically enhancin...

Outdoor spaces are no longer just an amenity—they’re a strategic asset. In this episode, industry expert Michelle McGuire-Keckler of JANUS et Cie shares how innovative outdoor furniture trends are redefining guest experiences and driving long-term value for hotels and resorts. Hosted by Avendra’s Melissa McCormack, Senior Director of Global Opportunities, and Dorien Murphy, Director of Luxury Acco...

As guests increasingly prioritize wellness, sustainability, and immersive experiences, hotels are transforming their outdoor environments into multifunctional retreats that blend comfort with connection to nature. A 2024 research study found that 58% of travelers preferred hotels embracing sustainability practices—such as reducing plastic and promoting eco-friendly amenities, highlighting the grow...