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Both Sides of the Coin - Chris McDonough - Episode # 087

Today’s guest is accredited by the American Institute of Architects, LEED AP, and certified with the National Council of Architecture Registration Boards. He also has ...

Finding Curiosity - Ron Lovett - Episode # 086

Today’s guest is an entrepreneur and leader with a passion for change. He’s the host of the podcast “Scaling Culture” and the author of a couple of books - Outrageous ...

Insatiable Curiosity - Valentina Castellon - Episode # 085

Today’s guest is an interior designer with a focus on and passionate about hospitality design. Valentina Castellon is the Principal and National Hospitality Design Lea...

The Dream of Hospitality - Miriam Torres - Episode # 084

Today’s guest is a master at hospitality design. She is a 2022 Platinum Circle Inductee, as well as designing projects with major hotel brands from Four Seasons, to Fa...

Breaking the Design Mold - Andrew Alford - Episode # 083

Today’s guest is a creative design sage. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, today’s guest is truly an expert in this field. Andrew Alfo...

Leading the Charge - Brian Quinn - Episode # 082

Today’s guest is a recognized leader in domestic and international real estate, travel, lodging, and restaurant industries. He is a proven, articulate thought leader a...

Learning From the Team - Oswaldo Barrios - Episode # 081

Today’s guest is a hospitality guru. He’s an innovative industry leader who is an architect by training as well as a raving fan of interior design. Oswaldo Barrios is ...

The Alchemy of Collaboration - Jeremy Selman - Episode # 080

Today’s guest is a hospitality champion and an ingenious thought leader. He is a lifestyle hotel advisor and entrepreneur. Jeremy Selman is the Principal at Fishtown C...

First Party Management - Scott Hammons - Episode # 079

Today’s guest is an expert in conducting the symphony of insanity of what it takes to open a hotel. He’s a hospitality leader in the Luxury, Full Service, Select Servi...

Setting the Tone - Kavitha Iyer - Episode # 078

Today’s guest is a hospitality hero to many in the industry. She is highly skilled at architectural design and believes good design is good business. Kavitha Iyer is t...

The Little Moments Are The Most Precious - Will Guidara - Episode # 077

Today’s guest has been immersed in the hospitality industry since the age of 13. Will Guidara is the author of many books, including a new one called “Unreasonable Hos...

Getting Over the Speed Bump - Geoffrey Cramer - Episode # 076

Today’s guest has worked on big and small projects, from multimillion-dollar resorts to small home renovations and everything in between. Geoffrey Cramer is the Partne...

A Place of Belonging - Alexandra Cole - Episode # 075

Today’s guest is an industry innovator who uses her talented mind to create beautiful spaces. Alexandra Cole is the Principal and US Managing Director at DesignAgency....

A Peek at the Independent Lodging Congress - Daniel del Olmo - Defining Hospitality - Episode # 074

Today’s guest is a passionate hospitality leader with more than 25 years of experience in growing hospitality brands and nurturing successful partnerships in more than...

Bucking The Industry Trend - Kia Weatherspoon - Episode # 073

Today’s guest is the most decorated black interior designer of our time. Kia Weatherspoon is the President and Founder of Determined by Design. Kia focuses on making i...

Hiring for the Next Generation - Sonya Haffey - Episode # 072

Are you looking to make your big break into the hospitality industry? Well, look no further because today’s guest is looking for an Intermediate Interior Designer! Son...

An Immersive World - Anne Wilkinson - Episode # 071

Today’s guest has over 25 years of experience in luxury hotel and residential design. With each project, she brings an unparalleled amount of knowledge. Anne Wilkinson...

Know Your Skills - Vito Lotta - Episode # 070

Today’s guest is very keen on visualizing spaces in 3 dimensions. He also holds state licenses in architecture and interior design. Vito Lotta is the Vice President of...

Impacting Others Through Conferences - Harry Javer - Episode # 069

Today’s guest plays an extraordinary role in the hospitality industry. He is the founder and producer of The Lodging Conference, one of the world’s premier events for ...

A Year of Memories - Dan Ryan - Episode # 068

It’s a big celebration for Defining Hospitality! We celebrate a year of podcasting with some of Dan’s most popular guests. Throughout the past year, we have heard many...

Small Moments - Stephen Wendell - Episode # 067

Today’s guest is highly skilled in corporate law and real estate. He joins the show to share his unique journey through #hospitality. Stephen Wendell is the CEO of Mou...

An Experiment of Community - Josh Held - Episode # 066

Today’s guest has a passion for hospitality. He spearheads Wimberly interior’s entertainment, gaming, nightlife F&B, and retail design environment. Josh Held is the Vi...

Backdrops to Memories - Marc DeSmet - Episode # 065

Today’s guest is highly skilled at space planning. He is known for fostering excellence within his design team and uses a client's creativity, focus and experience to ...

Tales of The City - Barry Sullivan - Episode # 064

Today’s guest is responsible for guiding the design of all North American projects for the Canopy, Tempo and Motto brands at Hilton. He has a fabulous eye for interior...

Changing Institutional Practices - Dieter Cartwright - Episode # 063

Today’s guest started his hospitality career in hospitality by working in High Rise architecture, but quickly became a hospitality wizard. He has an eye for decatant d...

Diversity of Experiences - Greg Keffer - Episode # 062

Today’s guest loves to take on new and unfamiliar typologies and approach them from a hospitality point of view. He has combined strengths in architecture and interior...

Cabinet of Curiosities - Rado Ivanov - Episode # 061

Today’s guest has a keen eye for design as well as being an innovator in the hospitality industry. He is a licensed architect with the American Institute of Architects...

Surprise & Delight - Josiah Mackenzie - Episode # 060

Today’s guest began his journey through hospitality working in a small property on the California coast and then built the number one hotel marketing blog in the world...

The Human Connection - Davonne Reaves - Episode # 059

Today’s guest has more than 14 years of experience in the lodging industry. She also has a passion for people and pineapples. Davonne Reaves is Founder/Hospitality Str...

Dovetail into Your Community - Aaron Richter - Episode # 058

Today’s guest has extensive global experience in designing mixed use developments. He has a passion for design and uses that passion to create beautiful spaces. Host D...

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