EPISODE · Jun 30, 2025 · 53 MIN
E43 Say Yes First: Leadership, Loyalty & Mink Coats with Mark Irgang - Part 2
from The Yes Show! · host Christine Trippi
Ever wondered how a mink coat, green ruby slippers, and saying "yes" can unlock global opportunities, mentorship from hospitality legends, and a hotel opening of the year award? This is the episode that’ll make you laugh, take notes—and probably want to join Skål.In this powerhouse episode, Christine Trippi sits down with the electrifying Mark Irgang—GM of the Marriott New York JFK and president of Skål International USA. From transforming hotel operations with authenticity to embracing AI and forming global business friendships, Mark spills the secrets behind his award-winning leadership (and even how he rescued two dogs from Aruba!).Expect real talk on:How to turn third-party teams into a unified culture.Why staying local is the new luxury.Saying yes to opportunities—even before you're ready.Plus, he answers what he’d do if he had to start over, dishes out travel recs, and yes... we get the story behind that mink coat.✅ Three Action Items for Listeners:Reflect on the last time you said YES to something out of your comfort zone—what did you learn or gain?Reconnect with someone you've worked with in the past—you never know when your paths might cross again.Identify one way to create authentic connection in your workplace this week—especially with outside vendors or third-party teams.Connect with Mark Irgang:📍Instagram Profile - https://www.instagram.com/mirgang/📍Facebook Profile - https://www.facebook.com/mrirgang📍LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-irgang-a248716/📍Skal International - https://skal.org/Connect with Christine:📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown
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Ever wondered how a mink coat, green ruby slippers, and saying "yes" can unlock global opportunities, mentorship from hospitality legends, and a hotel opening of the year award? This is the episode that’ll make you laugh, take notes—and probably want to join Skål.In this powerhouse episode, Christine Trippi sits down with the electrifying Mark Irgang—GM of the Marriott New York JFK and president of Skål International USA. From transforming hotel operations with authenticity to embracing AI and forming global business friendships, Mark spills the secrets behind his award-winning leadership (and even how he rescued two dogs from Aruba!).Expect real talk on:How to turn third-party teams into a unified culture.Why staying local is the new luxury.Saying yes to opportunities—even before you're ready.Plus, he answers what he’d do if he had to start over, dishes out travel recs, and yes... we get the story behind that mink coat.✅ Three Action Items for Listeners:Reflect on the last time you said YES to something out of your comfort zone—what did you learn or gain?Reconnect with someone you've worked with in the past—you never know when your paths might cross again.Identify one way to create authentic connection in your workplace this week—especially with outside vendors or third-party teams.Connect with Mark Irgang:📍Instagram Profile - https://www.instagram.com/mirgang/📍Facebook Profile - https://www.facebook.com/mrirgang📍LinkedIn Profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-irgang-a248716/📍Skal International - https://skal.org/Connect with Christine:📍Website - https://www.thewisepineapple.com/📍Linkedin profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-trippi-56105311📍Insta link - https://www.instagram.com/the_wise_pineapple/📍YouTube Link - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU7LZGz1ZsveweIvpCIkrfQ/📍Join our FREE Facebook group of hoteliers - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/wDiuSA1RbSGqqtJH/📍2/10/25 - 2/21 Doors are open! Join the Crown Society! https://www.thewisepineapple.com/crown
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