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Future Hospitality
by Longitude
Future Hospitality is a podcast dedicated to sharing the best ideas, insights, inspiration, and innovations from the brightest minds in the hospitality industry.
Episodes
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E46: When Buildings Breathe: Designing with Heart & Heritage w/ Adamo Gumowski
Today, we’re joined by Adamo Gumowski, Founder and Design Director of Stuttio, known for crafting soulful, community-focused hospitality spaces. He shares his journey from engineering to design, the influence of Tuscany, and how thoughtful placemaking can balance guest experience with operational...
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E45: The Sound of Hospitality: Crafting Sonic Identity w/ Clay Bassford
In this episode of the Future Hospitality Podcast, we sit down with Clay Bassford, founder of Bespoke Sound, a sonic identity studio helping hotels and resorts design how they’re heard—not just seen. We explore the growing importance of sonic branding in hospitality, how music and sound shape…
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E44: Revolutionizing Hospitality for the Next Generation w/ Alicia Zur-Szpiro and Saar Shai
In this episode, we’re joined by Alicia Zur-Szpiro and Saar Shai, co-founders of Wanderland London and seasoned creatives with backgrounds in game design, toy invention, and kids’ publishing. As the first Kids & Teens Hospitality Consultancy, they’re redefining family travel with insights from...
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E43: The Wonders & Wilds of Building a Stand-Out Hospitality Brand w/ Eric Moeller
Today we're joined by Eric Moeller, founder of Freewyld, to talk about his journey from a career in construction to navigating the wild west of short-term rentals and building a standout hospitality brand. During our discussion, Eric shares how Freewyld was born, why branding is so important, and...
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E42: Designing Dreams: Blending Vision, Brand & Talent w/ Julie Purpura
In this episode we talk with Julie Purpura, Owner of Avenir a full-service hospitality design studio based in Chicago. Julie and her team have designed projects such as Cyrus Hotel, Trilogy Hotel, and other exciting hotel brands throughout the US. During our chat we learn about the early days of...
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E41: The Story of How Two Designers Became Hoteliers w/ Jeremy Wells & Dustin Myers
Hoteliers and brand agency owners, Dustin Myers and Jeremy Wells, recount their two-year journey from branding experts to hotel owners of The Ozarker Lodge in Branson, MO, and The Parker Hotel in Parker, CO. In this "behind-the-scenes" podcast, they share their story from start to finish—the…
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E40: Forging the Future of Alternative Lodging w/ Lauren & Lee Gonzalez
In today’s episode, we sit down with Lauren and Lee Gonzalez of L and L Hospitality; the team behind several outstanding boutique hostels such as The Local, in New York City and Lolo Pass, which opened in May 2021 in Portland Oregon. During our discussion, we learn about the unique opportunities...
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E39: Context & Friction: Developing Relevant Lifestyle Brands w/ Jeremy Selman
In today’s episode, we connect with Jeremy Selman — Former President and Co-Founder of Sydell Group, and a veteran advisor and entrepreneur, who’s led the development of several iconic lifestyle hotels and real estate brands. During our interview, Jeremy reflects on the last 20 years of his…
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E38: Building Stronger, Connected Community w/ Sana Keefer
In this episode, we meet up with Sana Keefer – Creative Director & Founder of ASI ASI, owner and operator of the Eastside Supper Club in Boyle Heights LA, and a hospitality consultant for brands such as LINE Hotel, NoMad Hotels, Soho House, and The Standard. During our chat, we find out more…
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E37: Creating Exceptional Outdoor Experiences w/ Will Spurzem
In today’s episode, we sit down with Will Spurzem, Founder + Head of Design at Boundary Works, a design + development group creating new experiences in the blurry spaces between home/office/hotel/nature. During our chat, you’ll hear about Will’s background as Senior Design Director at Autocamp,...
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E36: Brand Freedom: Creating Independent Hotels that Work w/ Ethan Orley
In today’s episode we get the chance to talk with Ethan Orley, Managing Partner BNA Associates, and Oliver Hospitality; an award-winning Nashville-based concept, development, and management company focusing on hotels and food & beverage, with specific expertise in independent lifestyle brand...
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E35: Guided by an Experience-First Hospitality Mindset w/ Danny Collins
In this episode, we speak with Danny Collins, founder of 37 North Expeditions; a company that curates exceptional outdoor experiences that blend social interactions, physical activity, and outdoor education. During our discussion, we get to hear about Danny's interesting background, experiences...
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E34: Dwelling on the Details of the Guest Experience w/ Atit Jariwala
In this episode, we speak with Atit Jariwala – Founder & CEO of Bridgeton a real estate company specializing in boutique hospitality investment, development, and operations. Bridgeton is dedicated to innovation in hospitality through expressive design, uncommon experiences, and exceptional…
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E33: Honoring Every Destination Through Regenerative Travel w/ O'Shannon Burns
In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with O'Shannon Burns, Ecosystems Steward at Regenerative Travel; a collection of independent resorts and hotels committed to providing immersive experiences while making a social and environmental impact in their local communities. During our...
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E32: Finding an Independent Voice for Your Hotel w/ Stephen Chan
In today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Stephen Chan — Co-Founder at Eagle Point Hotel Partners, Partner at Sightline Hospitality, and Vice Chairman at the Independent Lodging Congress. During our discussion, we'll hear about the challenges and opportunities that have formed...
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E31: Designing Differentiated Brands that Create an Affinity with Guests w/ Phil Hospod
In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Phil Hospod, Founder & CEO of Dovetail & Co. – hotel owners, developers, and operators who are mixing their expertise in real estate and hospitality to create incredible spaces that leave a lasting impression. During our conversation, we'll...
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E30: Leading the Pack: Innovative Tech for Hotel Revenue Management w/ Jenna Fishel
In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Jenna Fishel – VP of Revenue Management at First Hospitality: a premier hotel operator, specializing in full service and select-service properties. During our chat, we find out about Jenna’s journey in hospitality, her approach to Revenue...
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E29: Becoming a Platform for Good with Sustainable Design w/ Michelle Jaime
In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Michelle Jaime, President and Creative Director at The Vanguard Theory — a creative studio that collaborates with like-minded artists, craftsmen, and designers. During our chat, we’ll find out how Michelle was able to develop her knowledge…
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E28: Careful Listening: Design Guided By Curiosity and Empathy w/ Matt Goodrich
In this episode, we sit down with Matt Goodrich – Principal at Goodrich; an interior design and branding firm based in NYC. Matt is an award-winning interior designer and strategist known for projects that feature rich narrative content and foster interaction and human connection. In our...
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E27: Supporting Mindfulness & Brain Health Throughout Your Organization w/ Dr. Romie Mushtaq
In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Romie Mooshtuk – Chief Wellness officer at Evolution Hospitality, Founder of "brainSHIFT at Work”, and an expert on brain and mental health. During our discussion, we’ll learn more about her unique role at evolution hospitality, how she’s...
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E26: Creating an Immersive Outdoor Lodging Experience w/ Corey Weathers
In this episode, we speak with Corey Weathers, Co-Founder, and CEO at ROAM Beyond — a concept that brings mobile living experience and refined off-the-grid lodging unlike any other. Using environmentally conscious materials, designed in modern and interesting ways. During our conversation, we…
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E25: Inviting Guests to Live While Traveling w/ Billy Skelli-Cohen
Today, we have the pleasure of chatting with Billy Skelli-Cohen, Co-Founder at Àterre a new brand that blends the warmth of a second home, the ease of a guest house, and the delight of a hotel under one roof, inviting guests to live while traveling. During the conversation, we learn more about…
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E24: Paying Homage Through A New Kind of Hospitality w/ Damon Lawrence
In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Damon Lawrence, Co-Founder and Creative Director at Homage Hospitality Group. A new hotel brand that aims to inspire innovators through redesigning the hospitality experience. During our discussion we get to hear about Damon’s own journey in...
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E23: Executing Great Design Amidst Creative Restraints w/ Tom Parker
In this episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Tom Parker, Co-Founder of Fettle — a boutique interior architecture and design firm that specializes in hospitality. During our discussion, we’ll find out how Tom and his business partner, Andy, started Fettle and how it’s evolved over the...
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E22: Connecting & Engaging Through Transformational Travel w/ Mona Lewicka
In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Mona Lewicka, Director of Connections and Partnerships at The Transformational Travel Council — a transformation design organization aimed at changing the way travelers engage with the world around us. During our conversation, we’ll learn…
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E21: Creating Properties That Mean Something to Somebody w/ Ben Rafter
Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Ben Rafter, President, and CEO of Springboard Hospitality — one of the largest boutique hotel management companies on the west coast, with 36 hotels and resorts in 11 states. During our chat, we get to hear the interesting story about Ben's journey in...
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E20: Impacting People’s Lives Through Well-Designed Spaces w/ Patrick Thompson
In this episode, we chat with Patrick Thompson — Principal at Patrick Thompson Design – an award-winning, Detroit-based design studio specializing in hospitality, retail, residential, higher education, and workplace environments. During our chat, we’ll see what Patrick’s formative years were like...
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E19: Leveraging Technology & Data to Make Smarter Choices w/ Dury Kim
In this episode, we chat with Dury Kim — Regional Director Of Revenue Management at Real Hospitality Group – one of the fastest-growing hotel management companies in the United States. During our discussion, we find out about Dury’s career and what led her to her current position at Real...
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E18: Blurring the Lines Between Real Estate and the Guest Experience w/ Colin & Ronan Hannan
In this episode, we’re joined by Colin and Ronan Hannan. Brothers and Principles at Proven Partners. PROVEN is an international real estate and hotel consultancy that specializes in independent hotels, resorts, and resort real estate. Together, they bring over 35 years of experience and insights…
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E17: Building Success with Community in Mind w/ Zack Kupperman
In today’s episode, we chat with Zach Kupperman, founder of Kupperman Companies, the development and investment team behind the award-winning boutique hotel, “The Drifter Hotel" in New Orleans, LA. We’ll learn about Zach’s journey in hospitality and real estate, the vision that led to the opening...
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E16: New Ways to Tell Old Stories w/ Lisa Haude
Lead designer and founder of PDG Studios, Lisa Haude is an expert in livable luxury. She has built PDG Studios into a hospitality design powerhouse. With projects ranging from The Roosevelt Waldorf Astoria in New Orleans to the award-winning the Portland Marriott Downtown. We’ll talk with Lisa...
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E15: Adapting to Stay Relevant: Engaging Guests in New Ways w/ Jason Cutinella
Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Jason Cutinella, Founder and CEO of NMG Network. NMG Network helps hospitality and travel brands elevate their brand and engage their guests by creating and curating high-end content such as shows, films, music, and more — then distributing it through...
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E14: Crafting the Guest Experience with Intention w/ Kathleen Bunnage
In today’s episode, we speak with Kathleen Bunnage, General Manager of The Coachman Hotel, part of Tallac Hospitality’s portfolio, and located in South Lake Tahoe, California. We’ll speak with Kathleen about how she got her start in hospitality, some challenges she’s had to overcome in past…
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E13: Breaking the Script of Hospitality & Hotel Management w/ Jay Patel
Today we’re joined by Jay Patel, President of Wintergreen Hospitality based in Chapel Hill, NC. With an entire lifetime of experience and lessons learned, Jay and his team aim to redefine the notion of hospitality, and what it means for the future of the industry. In our conversation, we’ll find...
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E12: Creating Terrific Places That Bring People Together w/ Chris Frampton
In today’s episode, we have the pleasure of chatting with Chris Frampton - CEO at East West Partners, located in Denver Colorado. East West Partners exists to create terrific places that bring people together, sharing meaningful experiences. Over the last 30 years, they have developed some of the...
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E11: Taking Big Steps with Small & Flexible Teams w/ Nina Kinoti-Metz
Today we’re joined by Nina Kinoti-Metz, principal at Studio Parallel. A full-service architecture and interior design firm based in Brooklyn, NY. We’ll get to learn more about her firm, challenges she’s overcome, and the processes behind her studio’s thoughtful and timeless designs. She’ll also...
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E10: The Future of Responsible & Sustainable Design w/ Colin Finnegan
Today we get to speak with Colin Finnegan, Founder, and Owner of FG Stijl in Amsterdam. His team has over 25 years of experience and involvement working internationally with the world’s top hotels, restaurants, and private residences. During our time with him, we’ll talk about projects he’s been...
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E09: A New Way to Ride into the Future of Travel w/ Scott Kubly
In Episode 9, we’re excited to chat with Scott Kubly, CEO, and Founder of Cabana. Cabana is changing how people travel by packing the best amenities of a boutique hotel experience into transit vans with modern form factors. Launched just this year, Caban is hoping to make waves in the luxury “van...
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E08: Staying Nimble in the Wake of the Hotel Revolution w/ Bruce Percelay
In Episode 08 we’re joined by Bruce Percelay, Chairman and Founder at Mount Vernon Company. A real estate firm founded over 30 years ago, Mount Vernon Company has grown to 1,600 apartments, 5 hotels, and a variety of commercial and vacation properties. In our discussion, we’ll dive deep into one…
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E07: Connecting to Guests Through Prescribed Hospitality w/ Rob Blood of Lark Hotels
In Episode 07, we’re joined by Rob Blood, Founder & President at Lark Hotels, a collection of boutique hotels planted in iconic destinations all throughout the United States. We’ll get to take a peek behind the curtain at Lark Hotels, learning about the history, values, and innovations that have...
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E06: Layering the Brand Story Through Every Detail w/ John Grossman
In today’s episode, we chat with John Grossman, President of Classic Hotels & Resorts… known for notable properties such as The Scott Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, AZ, and the 75-room historic luxury boutique hotel, La Playa Carmel … located in California. We'll speak with John about his role at...
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E05: Finding Balance in Our Always-On World w/ Jon Staff
In this episode, we are joined by Jon Staff, Founder, and CEO of Getaway – a network of tiny cabins surrounded by beautiful places scattered all over the United States. A Getaway retreat provides you the time, space, and permission to disconnect so that you can recharge and reconnect to who and...
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E04: Making Informed Hotel Investment Decisions w/ Kim Bardoul
In this episode, we chat about hotel investments. We'll discuss how hoteliers are making more informed investment decisions with Kim Bardoul of The Highland Group Hotel Investment Advisors Inc. We also talk about their annual "Boutique Hotel Report" with tons of great information, data, and...
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E03: Breaking Away from the Herd w/ Bashar Wali
In this episode, we speak with Bashar Wali regarding the recent announcement of his departure from Provenance Hotels, how the hospitality industry has been impacted by COVID-19, and how he believes our industry must evolve moving forward. You won't want to miss this episode!
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E02: Rebranding an Underperforming Hotel w/ Annie Quisenberry
In this episode, we talk about the importance of rebranding and repositioning an underperforming hotel property. Annie Quisenberry shares the methodology and mission behind the team at Columbia Hospitality, as well as her invaluable stories of lessons learned over the years.
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E01: The Important Role of F&B for Hotels w/ Anthony Langan
In our first episode of Future Hospitality, we discuss the important role of F&B within the hotel industry and how it can shape the guest experience. Anthony Langan is our guest. He is the Corporate Director of Food and Beverage at Charlestowne Hotels in Charlestown, SC.
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Future Hospitality is a podcast dedicated to sharing the best ideas, insights, inspiration, and innovations from the brightest minds in the hospitality industry.
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