#61: Graduate Hotels, Chip Rogers Resigns, Jobs Report, Spring Travel, and Mahomes/Kelce Restaurant

03/26/24 • 16 min

In this episode, the hosts, Steve Carran and David Millili, along with producer Jon Bumhoffer, bring a new segment called "Hospitality Hot Takes" where they analyze and provide their thoughts on the major stories that happened over the past month. They provide insights from both an independent hotel perspective as well as a branded chain viewpoint. It's a conversational yet informative podcast that keeps listeners up-to-date on hospitality industry news through the lens of experienced professionals providing their "hot takes" and analysis on the major developments each month.

In this episode, you'll discover:

Graduate Hotels Acquired, Job Growth, and More
Analyzing the Headlines Shaping Hospitality
Major Moves and Trends in Hospitality

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The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Links:

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/61

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Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

In this episode, you'll discover:

Graduate Hotels Acquired, Job Growth, and More
Analyzing the Headlines Shaping Hospitality
Major Moves and Trends in Hospitality

Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn page
The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Links:

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/61

Follow on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-...

Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

Previous Episode

#60: Advancing Women in Hospitality | with Rachel Humphrey

Rachel Humphrey is a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, dedicated to advancing women in leadership roles. She is the Founder of the Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance and serves as a Board Member, Principal, and Interview Host for DEI Advisors. Prior to her retirement in August 2021, Rachel served as the EVP & COO of AAHOA, the nation's largest hotel owners association. She was also the Interim President & CEO in 2019, after spending over 20 years as a trial lawyer before joining AAHOA in 2015. Widely recognized for her leadership and impact, Rachel has been named one of the most "Influential Women in Hospitality," "Top 50 Women in Travel," "100 Most Powerful People in USA Hospitality," and "100 Most Inspirational People in Hospitality."

Today we'll hear her insights on the necessity of allies in career advancement, the value of public speaking, and how mentors and leadership roles can transform the hospitality landscape, particularly for women. Rachel's vision for the growth of women in leadership positions within this industry is grounded in the data: women comprise half of our workforce and control a significant portion of consumer spending.

Prepare to be inspired as she shares her reflections on life, career development, and her invaluable advice for maintaining a positive attitude and work ethic. It's time to learn, grow, and get a glimpse of the future of hospitality leadership. Stay tuned as we explore the paths and perspectives shaping the industry with Rachel Humphrey.

In this episode, you'll discover:

How to identify the gap in female leadership within the hospitality industry.
The importance of self-advocacy and network building, especially for women.
How to overcome challenges and career development.
The Future of Female Leadership in Hospitality.

Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn page
The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Links:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-a-humphrey/

Women in Leadership Alliance: https://whlalliance.org/

DEI Advisors: https://www.deiadvisors.org/

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/60

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Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...

Next Episode

#62: Putting Turks and Caicos On The Map | with Nikheel Advani

Nikheel Advani is the COO and co-founder of Grace Bay Resorts and oversees overall operations, branding, sales, and marketing of resort development. He joined Grace Bay Club in August 2004 as the Managing Director, serving as the top operational executive in its expansion and renovation as it evolved from a $15 million, 22-room boutique hotel to a full-service luxury resort boasting 82 suites and residences, now valued at over $200 million. Most recently, he was responsible for the successful opening of the $100 million Veranda Resort & Residences in February 2010.

In this episode, David and Steve are joined by their guest Nikheel Advani, the co-founder, COO, and principal of Grace Bay Resorts in Turks and Caicos. Nikheel shares his inspiring journey from working odd jobs as a teenager to becoming a leader in the luxury hospitality space. He provides valuable perspectives on attracting and retaining talent, creating exceptional guest experiences, the importance of continued education, and trends like wellness travel and multi-generational trips. With wisdom from his decades of experience, Nikheel offers practical advice for young hoteliers looking to climb the ranks and thrive in this dynamic industry.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

Global experience in hotel management
The role technology plays in enhancing guest experiences at luxury resorts like Grace Bay
Contributions to Turks and Caicos
The importance of hands-on experience

Join the conversation on today's episode on The Modern Hotelier LinkedIn page
The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media

Links:
Nikheel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikheel-advani-53184640/

Grace Bay Resorts: https://gracebayresorts.com/

For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/62

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Connect with Steve and David:
Steve: https://www.linkedin.com/in/%F0%9F%8E...
David: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-mil...