Podcasts

Bridging Cultures: Andrew Miele's Innovative Approach to Wellness Tourism

In an era where the confluence of business acumen and spiritual awareness is often seen as a paradox, Andrew Miele, CEO of Nomade People, emerges as a visionary, seamlessly blending these realms. His journey in the hospitality industry, evolving from a modest start at a Holiday Inn in Ontario to becoming a trendsetter in wellness tourism, encapsulates more than just career growth—it symbolizes a radical shift in the hospitality paradigm.

Reviving History: The Tale of New Orleans' Boutique Hotels

In a remarkable episode of our podcast series, we dive deep into the heart of boutique hospitality through the eyes of Nathalie Jordi. Her journey is not one of a linear path but a mosaic of experiences, transitioning from the world of ice pops to spearheading the boutique hotel movement in New Orleans. It's a story that intertwines the creation of the Hotel Peter and Paul with the broader narrative of hotel development challenges, the essence of local partnerships, and the evolving paradigm of sustainable tourism in the soulful city of New Orleans.

HSMAI Europe Podcast: Tomorrow Starts Now Episode 4

We are here to talk about effective strategies to attract talent to our hotels and the industry as a whole, and, of course, retaining them. Effective Employer Branding – how we effectively sell our companies, brands, and the industry at large to current and future talent – is absolutely crucial. Our podcasts aim to share knowledge, ideas and best practice to ensure we refine our employer branding strategies, promoting hospitality as an aspirational career option. We’ve already spoken to a wide range of industry professionals in this series, each bringing a new perspective to this topic. We heard from Dimitris Manikis, President, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, an advocate for listening to what the next generation has to say, and from Roland Seddon, Managing Director of MRK Associates, a recruitment consultant who gave us some really good employer branding tips. In our last podcast we heard from Josefine Janson, the Director of Human Resources, for Radisson in Norway about the importance of storytelling to attract new talent as part of a successful employer branding strategy.

Shaping Luxury Hospitality

In this engaging episode of The Unfamiliar Shift, Ariela Kiradjian dives deep into the world of boutique hospitality with the illustrious Arnaud Zannier, the Founder of Zannier Hotels. Known for their unique luxury hotel experiences worldwide, from Cambodia to Namibia, Zannier Hotels stand out with their emphasis on simplicity, authenticity, and respect for local heritage.

HSMAI Europe Podcast: Tomorrow Starts Now Episode 3

HSMAI Europe are thrilled to announce the release of the latest episode in our podcast series, presented by HSMAI Europe. In this insightful interview, Gemma Greenwood, HSMAI Europe journalist, engages in a compelling discussion with Josefine Janson, Director of Human Resources for Norway at Radisson Hospitality Group.

HSMAI Europe Podcast: Tomorrow Starts Now Episode 1

The hospitality industry is ever-evolving, and understanding the power of employer branding has never been more critical. In each episode of this inaugural season, we invite a diverse array of hospitality professionals to discuss the nuances of employer branding. They will share their insights, experiences, and strategies, shedding light on the key factors that shape the future of the industry.