Podcasts

June 17, 2024

Student profile: From hospitality degree to a dream job

If you’re currently looking at applying to college programs in hospitality management, you’ve probably already asked yourself this question: What can I do with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality? There isn’t one single answer. As the student profiles in this article will demonstrate, a hospitality degree can open up a vast range of career paths and opportunities across many different sectors – so many, in fact, that it can be hard to decide exactly what you want to do after you graduate or know how to go about it! Come and listen to our new student profile every two weeks.

Podcast Markets & Performance

June 7, 2024

The FHS Podcast: The Transformative Growth of Tourism in Saudi Arabia

The two leading women executives in hospitality discuss the critical Saudi traveller, the phenomenal growth of tourism in the region supported by data and how as the tourism industry booms in the region, it opens up a host of opportunities to set new benchmarks by challenging the status quo and bringing more women to the front.

Hala Matar Choufany, President - HVS Middle East, Africa and South Asia, Dubai, HVS

Saudi Arabia

Podcast Development

May 14, 2024

Why Global Investors are Returning to Luxury Hotels

The pandemic was difficult for hotels, with lockdowns and health concerns keeping people from traveling too far from home. When and whether they’d recover was questionable.

JLL

March 14, 2024

Revinate’s new CEO — on a mission to empower hoteliers with data-driven technology

In this week’s episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Karen Stephens, Revinate CRO, is joined by Bryson Koehler — the new CEO of Revinate, as he shares the story of why he fell in love with hospitality and AI technology, and how he’s chosen to marry the two. Koehler explains why hotel technology should be rooted in data and built to serve hoteliers regardless of size, location, or market demand.

Karen Stephens, Chief Marketing Officer, Revinate, Inc.

Podcast Sustainability

March 12, 2024

Master’s student portrait: Julia Barbey studies sustainability online

Here’s a taster of the latest episode with Julia Barbey. After graduating from EHL in 2022, Julia studied for a Master of Science in Business Administration with a major in Sustainability and Circular Innovation, an entirely online course through FFHS, which is the Swiss Distance University of Applied Sciences. She's currently Sustainability Manager at Villars Alpine Resorts in Switzerland, while in the final months of her master’s.

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

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Podcast Technology

March 7, 2024

Status update: How can hoteliers keep performance high in today’s economy?

In this week’s episode of the Hotel Moment podcast, Karen Stephens, Revinate CRO, and Greg Friedman, CEO of Peachtree Group, crack open the window to long-lasting financial performance for hoteliers. Friedman analyzes which metrics hoteliers should focus on, how to capitalize on demand drivers, and what ways to shift operations in response to changes in the market.

Karen Stephens, Chief Marketing Officer, Revinate, Inc.

Podcast Development

February 28, 2024

Master’s student portrait: Lucia Montenegro in real estate and beyond

Here’s a taster of the latest episode with Lucia Montenegro. After graduating from EHL in 2015, Lucia began a career in investment and asset management in the hospitality real estate sector, before later doing an MBA at INSEAD in Fontainebleau. She is currently Head of Asset Management Germany & Austria for hotel investor and operator AccorInvest.

Podcast Wellness & Wellbeing

Podcast

February 21, 2024

IHG CEO Elie Maalouf Talks Hospitality with Bloomberg

Intercontinental Hotels Group CEO Elie Maalouf speaks on the state of the hospitality sector and the company's outlook for 2024 with Bloomberg's Guy Johnson and Kriti Gupta.

IHG and Bloomberg

February 20, 2024

Healing Spaces: Creating a Wellness Sanctuary with Diana Stobo

In our latest podcast episode, "Transformative Wellness in Costa Rica with Diana Stobo," listeners are treated to an insightful conversation with Diana Stobo, a pioneering figure in the world of wellness and healthy living. Diana shares her compelling journey from a raw food advocate to a visionary in wellness real estate, set against the vibrant backdrop of Costa Rica. This narrative is not just about the transformation of one individual, but also about the broader implications of integrating wellness into every aspect of our lives, including the spaces we inhabit.

BLLA

Podcast Technology

February 15, 2024

M3 Minutes - Beyond the Lobby: Newport Hospitality Group’s Journey to M3

Join us for a conversation with Brendan McCoy, the Vice President and Director of Operations at Newport Hospitality Group! The discussion will be centered around the valuable solutions M3 provided to address the back-office challenges encountered by Newport Hospitality Group. Don't miss out on this episode!

Brendan McCoy, Senior Vice President & Chief Operations Officer, Newport Hospitality Group

Podcast Sales & Marketing

February 14, 2024

Are Sub-Optimal Reviews Sabotaging Your Hotel Marketing ROI?

Adele Gutman and Stephanie Smith on Get Great Reviews podcast discuss how your hotel reviews can either work to improve your ROI or sabotage it. Stephanie introduces a 30-point checklist audit to assess a hotel’s total online presence, where reviews are considered a foundational part for understanding their impact on conversion rates and the customer journey.

Stephanie Sparks Smith in conversation with Adele Gutman Milne

Podcast Finance

February 13, 2024

Master’s student portrait: Jeanne Schlaefli dives into finance

Here’s a taster of the latest episode with Jeanne Schlaefli. After graduating from EHL in 2019, Jeanne went on to do a second bachelor’s and then a Master of Arts in Accounting and Corporate Finance, both at the University of St. Gallen (HSG). She is now a senior consultant at EY Switzerland.

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February 6, 2024

Behind Boutique: The Story of Mac&Lo's Hospitality Mastery

In the ever-evolving landscape of boutique hospitality, the convergence of art, culture, and guest experience crafts a narrative that is both captivating and instructive. The recent episode of The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela, featuring Audrey Laurent and Sergio MacLean of Mac&Lo Hospitality, stands as a testament to this transformative journey. As principals of Mac&Lo, Laurent and MacLean bring an approach to hospitality that is as immersive as it is impactful, drawing from a rich tapestry of cultural heritage and artistic influences.

Ariela Goharik Kiradjian, Partner & COO, BLLA

February 2, 2024

Master’s student portrait: Jonathan Serrano’s pan-European journey

Here’s a taster of the latest episode with Jonathan Serrano. After graduating from EHL in 2016, Jonathan pursued a Master’s in Management as a double degree programme at emlyon Business School in France and EBS Business School in Germany. He then went to Spain to take a Master’s in Business Analytics and Big Data at IE University in Madrid. He currently works at Google in London as a Product Marketing Manager in Global Ads.

January 29, 2024

From Imagination to Innovation: The Art of Hotel Entrepreneurship and Creative Branding with Cory Schisler

In the latest thought-provoking episode of "The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela," listeners are treated to an insightful journey into the heart of boutique hospitality, led by the seasoned entrepreneur Cory Schisler and his partners, Jay and Kyle Jeffers. This editorial overview aims to give you a glimpse into the fascinating topics covered, but it's merely the tip of the iceberg. For the full, immersive experience, tuning into the episode is a must.

Ariela Goharik Kiradjian, Partner & COO, BLLA

January 23, 2024

Scaling Boutique Hospitality with Peter Twachtman

In the ever-evolving world of hospitality, boutique hotels have carved out a unique niche that prioritizes authenticity, flexibility, and immersive experiences. One podcast episode, in particular, offers a captivating journey into this world. Welcome to The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela podcast, where we delve deep into the secrets of boutique hospitality with CEO of Lark Hotels, Peter Twachtman.

Ariela Goharik Kiradjian, Partner & COO, BLLA

January 16, 2024

Master’s student portrait: Marie Espié’s journey to entrepreneurship

Here’s a taster of the latest episode with Marie Espié. After graduating from EHL in 2017, Marie studied for a Master of Science Entrepreneurs, a joint program offered by HEC Paris and Ecole Polytechnique Paris. On graduation, she worked in several different sectors including restaurants, e-commerce and retail, before joining a tourism start-up in the role of Project Manager Officer.