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Checking Inn With Miranda & Leon

by Leon Thomas

Join host Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas for informative discussions about DEI in the hospitality and lodging industry

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Episodes

  1. Episode 109 with Sean Tibbetts, Senior Director Of Education, AAHOA

    Sean Tibbetts is the guest on this episode of Checking Inn

  2. Episode 105 with Dr. Limitless Williams

    Dr. Limitless Williams is the guest on this episode of Checking Inn with Miranda and Leon

  3. Episode 106 Tammera Catchings

    Tammera Catchings is the guest on this episode of Checking Inn with Miranda and Leon

  4. Episode 104 with Phil Colicchio and Trip Schneck with Colicchio Consulting

    If you would like to be a guest on Checking Inn contact Leon [email protected] or contact Miranda.Kitterlin-ynch, just Google her name

  5. Episode 108

    This guest has had Maryland crabcakes AND bean pie

  6. Episode 103 with Omari Head

    Omari Head with Howard University is the guest on this episode of Checking Inn with Miranda and Leon

  7. Episode 107 Annamarie Sisson

    Annamarie Sisson is our guest on this episode of Checking Inn

  8. Episode 102 with Travis Breen

    TravisTravis Breen is a seasoned hospitality executive with a deep-rooted background in hotel sales and revenue strategy. Over the past 20+ years, he has led sales teams across a range of major hotel brands, consistently delivering top-line results and driving growth in highly competitive…

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  9. Episode 101 with Josh Graham with CloudBeds

    On this episode of Checking Inn With Miranda and Leon we talk with Josh Graham with CloudBeds. On this episode of Checking Inn With Miranda and Leon we talk with Josh Graham with https://www.cloudbeds.com/ About Josh (From his Linkedin profile) Having held multiple operational and management...

  10. 100th Episode of Checking Inn

    On the special 100th Anniversary Episode of Checking Inn, Miranda and Leon interview each other. And on this episode The Leon Thomas Group https://theleonthomasgroup.com/ premieres The Bean Pie Anthem.

  11. Checking Inn With Jessica Hayes

    The Quote Of The Show was “Do you always have a bean pie in your pocket” During this episode of Checking Inn, we engage in a thoughtful conversation with Jess, exploring key facets of hotel technology, including the integration of artificial intelligence. She also shares insightful guidance for...

  12. Checking Inn with Emily Penfold Dailey

    Emily Penfold Dailey is our guest on this episode of Checking Inn. During this conversation Emily talks about her work as CEO and Founder at Pen Dailey Consultting. https://pendailey.com/ Here’s some more information about Emily (from her Linkedin Profile) While my interests and experiences are...

  13. Checking Inn with Don Farrell

    On this episode of Checking Inn, we talk to Don Farrell. In addition to sharing his background, Don introduces us to Tagged Trip—the simplest and safest way to meet like-minded people while traveling. Once you sign up on the mobile app, any planned future trips become Tagged Trips™, automatically...

  14. Checking Inn with Diego Ng

    Diego Ng Is Chef and Co-Owner at Temple Street Eatery & Houmei https://www.templestreeteatery.com/ Before they were Temple Street Eatery, Chef Diego Ng & Chef Alex Kuk were doing POP-UPS all over Miami under the name HOUMEI. The concept which currently resides inside The Wharf Fort Lauderdale,...

  15. Checking Inn with Annie Sloan

    On this edition of Checking Inn we talk with Annie Sloan, Co-Founder & CEO of The Host Co About Annie, from her Linkedin profile Co-Founder & CEO of The Host Co. We connect hotel-level amenities to short term rentals in 17 countries and counting. Former Creative Director Facebook and Twitter....

  16. Checking Inn with Herman Crawford

    On this episode of Checking Inn, we have a great conversation with Dr. Herman Crawford. Among the many topics discussed was his new book “Ai is F***ing Hospitality” Purchase the book at this link https://sites.google.com/view/aiisfinghospitalityliterally/ Hospitality, long rooted in personal...

  17. Checking Inn with Horace T. Brooks

    Our guest on this episode of Checking Inn is Horace T. Brooks. He is a seasoned hospitality executive known for his expertise in hotel management, leadership, and team development. Through dedication and perseverance, he has advanced into various leadership roles within the industry. Horace is...

  18. Checking Inn with guest Phil Haddad

    On this episode of Checking In, Miranda and Leon welcome seasoned hotel executive Phil Haddad for an insightful conversation about the hospitality industry. With years of experience managing top hotel brands, Phil brings a deep understanding of hotel operations and sales. He’s also the creator of...

  19. Episode 62 Rachelle Peterson

    Rachelle Peterson is the guest on this episode of Checking Inn A Lodging DEI Chat

  20. Episode 61 with Peggy Berg

    Peggy Berg in the guest on this episode of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat

  21. Segment 4 What Advice Would You Give Your 20 Year-Old Self

    One of the signature questions asked on Checking Inn: A Lodging DEI Podcast is, "What advice would you give your 20-year-old self?" In today's segment, we'll hear advice from Anna Blue Carolyn D. Richmond Karen Ramon, Horace T. Brooks Lani Kane-Hanan and Katherine Martin, CHIA Contact Miranda...

  22. Episode 60 Marcus Moore. MooreCrunch.com

    On this episode of Checking Inn: A Lodging DEI Chat, Leon and I talk with Marcus Moore, founder of Moore Crunch Pretzels, along with his mother, affectionately known as "Mama Crunch," and his mentor, Kenneth White. Marcus’s entrepreneurial journey is nothing short of inspiring, and his story will...

  23. Part 3 What Advice Would You Give Your 20 year-old self

    This is the 3rd installment of answers from guests on the show. In this installment where hear advice from Robin Moncrieffe, Rachel Humphrey, Calvin Stovall, Dr. Lisa Cain, Juan Tamayo, and Tim Flohr.

  24. Episode 59 Lisa Flicker with Jackson Lucas

    Lisa Fluker is the guest on this episode of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat

  25. Episode 58 Andrew Whitson

    Today's guest is Andrew Whitson

  26. Part 2 What Advice Would You Give Your 20 Year-Old Self

    On this segment of "What Advice Would You Give To Your 20 Year-Old Self we'll hear advice from Joslyn Gomez, Padero Miller, Nick Mautone, Rachel Vandenberg, Tracy Prigmore, and Dr. Stefanie Benjamin.yn Gomez, Paderoandenberg, Tracy and Dr. Stefanie Benjamin.

  27. What advice would you give to your 20 year-old self

    Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch, PhD, and I co-host Checking Inn: A Lodging DEI Chat. One of our signature questions on the show is, "What advice would you give to your 20-year-old self?" In each installment of Checking Inn with Your 20-Year-Old Self, we'll share the valuable advice offered by our guests...

  28. Episode 57 Roni Weiss

    Roni, is the Executive Director of Travel Unity, a nonprofit organization that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the travel and tourism industry,

  29. Episode 56 with Andrew Whitson

    Andrew is a coach and consultant that specializes in diversity, equity, and inclusion. During our conversation Andrew shared some valuable insights on how the hospitality industry can be more inclusive and eliminate unconscious biases.

  30. Episode 55 with Lisa Cain and Tim Flohr

    On this episode of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat co-host Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas talk with guest Tim Flohr and Lisa Cain with HospitalityInternships.com For years, the hospitality industry worldwide has consistently struggled to hire enough people to fill the available positions...

  31. Episode 54 with Brian Barker

    Host Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas talk with Brian Barker, Executive Director of AHED. AHED, focusses on transforming the hospitality industry by uplifting and amplifying a culture representative of untapped talent. We envision a hospitality workforce where diversity, equity, and...

  32. Episode 53 with Crystal Thompson

    On this episode of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat with guest Crystal Thompson we talk about: how to navigate career change, the importance of mental health, the value of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and of course bean pie and crabcakes

  33. Episode 52 with Jennifer Glatt

    We had a great conversation with Jennifer. We encourage everyone to nominate a General Manager for the Hotel Management/AHLA GM Awards. The link for nominating is https://ahla.secure-platform.com/a

  34. Episode 51 with Ashli Johnson

    Ashli Johnson talks with Miranda & Leon about her hospitality career, DEI in the hospitality business and shares information about the upcoming Hospitality Hued Summit

  35. Episode 50 with Seema Jain

    Today's guest on Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat is Seema Jain with Seva-Global https://www.seva-global.com/ Seva Global offers a wide array of cultural competency training services to foster cultural competence across your organization You may contact Seema directly via email at...

  36. Episode 49 Lakendra Nealy

    Today's guest on Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat is Lakendra Nealy

  37. Episode 48 Guest Juan Tamayo

    Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas are the co-host of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat

  38. Episode 47 Marla Oliu, Hilton Hotels

    Today's guest is Marla Oliu, Senior Manager, Talent and Leadership Development with Hilton Hotels

  39. Episode 46 with Rachel Vandenberg

    Another Checking Inn A Lodging DEI Chat hosted by Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas

  40. Episode 45 with David Kong, DEI Advisors

    David Kong joins Miranda and Leon for an insightful conversation about the importance of DEI efforts in the hospitality industry.

  41. Episode 44 with Greg Deshields

    Greg Deshields has many years experience in hospitality at many levels. Listen to this episode of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat to hear his perspective on how the industry is doing in DEI

  42. Episode 43 with Davonne Reaves

    Davonne teaches people how to become hotel owners

  43. Episode 42 with Horace T. Brooks

    Horace makes his 2nd appearance on Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat

  44. Episode 41 with guest Jaimi Garlington

    Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat is hosted by Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas

  45. Episode 40 with Guest Sydney Pons

    Checking Inn -A Lodging DEI Chat is hosted by Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas.

  46. Episode 39 with Cindy and Christina from Adaptive Equipment Corner

    Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas host Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat. On this episode Miranda and Leon chat with Christina and Cindy from Adaptive Equipment Corner. The focus off the conversation is on how to make hotels more senior friendly

  47. Episode 38 with guest Mychal Milian

    Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat is hosted by Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas On the show Miranda and Leon discuss DEI in the hospitality industry

  48. Episode 37 with Guest Daniel Gourdine

    Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat is hosted by Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas.

  49. Episode 36 with guest Richard Farrar

    Miranda and Leon have a great conversation about DEI in the hotel business

  50. Episode 35 with Katheldra Alexander

    On this episode of Checking Inn-A Lodging DEI Chat Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch has a great conversation with Katheldra Alexandra

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Join host Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas for informative discussions about DEI in the hospitality and lodging industry

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Join host Miranda Kitterlin-Lynch and Leon Thomas for informative discussions about DEI in the hospitality and lodging industry

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