Episodios

  • Episode 167 - Arjun Channa
    Feb 17 2026

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Arjun Channa, GeneralManager at the JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa. Setalong Mai Khao Beach, the JW Marriott Phuket Resort offers 262 luxurious guestrooms, nine signature restaurants and bars, state of the art meeting facilities and a world class spa. A truly Five Star experience where every detail is designed with care. Tune in to hear who Arjun Thanks for helping him along the way.

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    51 m
  • Episode 166 - Kristina Unker
    Feb 10 2026

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Kristina Unker, Founderand Creative Director at MA’AM Creative. MA'AM is a woman-led branding agency for hospitality clients who deliver indelible experiences to their guests. At MA’AM they are committed to supporting and enabling a more equitable creative industry by evolving and improving their business practices. They believe extraordinary work is a resultof diverse perspectives, social and cultural backgrounds, and lived experiences. Tune in to hear who Kristina Thanks for helping her along the way.

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    40 m
  • Episode 165 - Ed Walls
    Feb 3 2026

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Ed Walls, Executive VicePresident with the Woodworth Core Group. Based in Atlanta, the Woodworth Core Group has a long history of analyzing both the historical and future performance of the lodging industry. They specialize in providing customized research to a broad array of owners, managers, lenders, and both public and private sector investors, as well as product and service providers to the hospitality industry. Their clients are a broad array of hotel owners, developers, public REITS, private equity firms, major hotel companies, municipalities, universities, and public agencies. Tune in to hear who Ed Thanks for helpinghim along the way.

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    32 m
  • Episode 164 - Ginger Martin
    Jan 27 2026

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Ginger Martin, ManagingDirector of the Joule Hotel in Dallas. The Joule is a 160-room neo-gothic landmark in the heart of downtown Dallas, and it is a fully restored, Forbes 4 Star boutique luxury hotel that artfully integrates historic preservation with contemporary design. With an enticing variety of Food & Beverage offerings such as cbd provisions, Sassetta, and the midnight rambler there is no shortage of possibilities for the foodie in you. Tune in to hear who Ginger Thanks for helping her along the way.

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    44 m
  • Episode 163 - Mark Reichle
    Jan 20 2026

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Mark Reichle, CEO of Select Registry. Select Registry sets the gold standard in Craft Lodging - an independent lodging category defined by authentic accommodations, meaningful connection to place and people, and unique experiences, often recommended by knowledgeable innkeepers. They represent a curated portfolio of quality-assured bed and breakfasts, inns, and boutique hotels providing travelers with unique Craft Lodging experiences across North America. Tune in to hear who Mark Thanks for helping him along the way.


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    38 m
  • Episode 162 - Rob Dellibovi
    Jan 13 2026

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Rob Dellibovi, Owner andCEO of RDB Hospitality Group. RDB Hospitality Group is a collection of travel & hospitality focused service companies and investments. Prior to creating and leading this group, Rob had overseen hospitality sales, marketing, and revenue management strategy for many of the hotel industry’s biggest names. Tune in to hear who Rob Thanks for helping him along the way.

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    39 m
  • Episode 161 - David Dvorak
    Jan 6 2026

    In this the Season 6 opening episode, Brian is joined byDavid Dvorak, Director of Global Events, Guest Services & Amenities for Google. In this role, David leads a global team responsible for Google's global events approach and event production execution, Google's guest services in the Bay Area as well as a diverse set of workplace/hospitality services such as Google's global corporate apartment program, the employee stores and lifestyle perks. Tune in to hear who David Thanks for helping him along the way.

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    36 m
  • Episode 160 - Lan Elliott
    Nov 4 2025

    In this episode, Brian is joined by Lan Elliott, Lan wearsmany hats these days as the Co-Founder and Principal of Acacia Holdings, Co-Host of the popular It’s Personal Stories, a Hospitality Podcast and is an in-demand speaker and moderator for Hospitality trade shows. Tune in to hearwho Lan Thanks for helping her along the way.

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    47 m