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Sustainable Hotels Podcast
by GSI
Join us as we sit down with hotel owners, managers and sustainability experts, to uncover the essence of their brand and discuss the inspiring steps they’re taking on their sustainability journey. From family owned properties to global chains, we explore the unique traits that make these hotels exceptional destinations.In each episode, you can expect to hear inspiring stories of innovation, responsible business, and the commitment of hotels to not only provide exceptional hospitality but also contribute to building a more conscious industry. Whether it’s reducing carbon footprint, implementing net positive technologies, or supporting local communities, we explore the challenges, and triumphs in the pursuit of a more sustainable future.So, whether you’re passionate about travel, sustainability, or simply love a good story, ”Sustainable Hotels Podcast” invites you to join the conversation and be inspired by those shaping the future of our industry.
Episodes
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Gisela Boersma, ESG & Design Manager at The Usual
Today I’m joined by Gisela Boersma, ESG & Design Manager at The Usual — a brand proving regenerative hospitality can be beautiful and practical. Raised sustainably before it had a name, Gisela blends an interior designer’s eye with a systems thinker’s rigour. We unpack how The Usual builds...
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Pofessor Xavier Font and Safina Naz, University of Surrey
On this episode of the Sustainable Hotels Podcast, Grace sits down with Professor Xavier Font and Safina Naz from the University of Surrey to explore the art—and science—of sustainability communications. Xavier, one of the world’s leading experts in sustainability marketing, has advised...
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Nina Boys, Vice President at Beyond Green
On this episode of the Sustainable Hotels Podcast, Grace Greensitt sits down with Nina Boys, Vice President at Beyond Green. From a childhood sushi epiphany to auditing Nat Geo’s Unique Lodges, Nina shares how travel, food, and human connection shaped her path. We dig into Beyond Green’s rigorous...
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Sue Williams, Hotelier & Independent Sustainability Advisor at Positive Hospitality
Today I sit down with Sue Williams to explore her career leading some of the UK's most iconic luxury hotels; spearheading sustainability at Whatley Manor; and life as a sustainability consultant, giving back to the wider industry. Throughout her time at Whatley Manor, Sue Williams was recognised...
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Danny Pecorelli, Managing Director at Exclusive Collection
Today I have the pleasure of welcoming the inspirational leader that is Danny Pecorelli, Managing Director of Exclusive Collection. Recently recognised in the Brit List Awards for his “outstanding contribution to the hospitality industry” Danny is not only a titan of the hotel world but he is a...
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Dr Vincent Walsh, Regenerative Living Systems Expert and Head of Innovation at RegenFarmCo
Joining me today is the amazing Dr Vincent Walsh, expert in designing for circularity and regenerative living systems. Having had the pleasure of listening to Vinny speak many times I am excited to share his unbelievable knowledge with you, and aim to simplify things to a point that it becomes...
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Tommie Eaton, Founder of BambuuBrush and Director at Clean the World
In this week's episode we're exploring the sustainability pillar; environment and I have the pleasure of sitting down for a conversation with the amazing Tommie Eaton. Tommie is the founder of Bambu Brush, UK director of Clean the world and TED X Speaker. He joins us to share his story, and the...
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Eugene Gilkes, Business Growth and Leadership Development Consultant at IncludeMe
We’re changing things up a little this week and focussing on one of our key sustainability pillars; people. To me, your people are your biggest asset, and there’s no one better to tell us how to care for our people than diversity equity and inclusion expert, Eugene Gilkes. Following his success…
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Philip Steiner, General Manager at Bankside London
Philip shares his journey so far; from his love of hotels at a young age, to being appointed as General Manager and subsequently opening The Moxy and Residences, Slough in the midst of Covid, to joining the team at Bankside in 2022. Bankside is nestled in the heart of London’s Southbank and pays...
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Samantha van Exter, Head of Hotels at the Montcalm Collection
Welcome to this week’s episode of Sustainable Hotels Podcast where I have the pleasure of sitting down the Samantha van Exter , Head of hotels for the Montcalm Collection. We’re meeting at the collections newest concept hotel; Inhabit in the heart of Bayswater. Named the “urban retreat”, Inhabit…
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Paul Walters, General Manager at London Edition
To kick off this season I’m at the iconic London Edition in the heart of London’s Fitzrovia district. Edition hotels are the perfect blend between historic architecture and modern interior design. As the home of the Edition brand, their London property is the epitome of effortless luxury. It’s…
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Tate Husband, Director of Sales and Marketing at The Langham shares the story of their London property
Today I am at the beautiful Langham London with Director of Sales and Marketing, Tate Husband to learn about the stories behind their London property and the sustainability journey of the Langham group as a whole. First up, Tate shares his background in Hospitality; taking him to all corners of…
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Richard Muggeridge, Head of Sales at Treeapp joins me to discuss the wider sustainability agenda
Rich is a sales guru but he is also a passionate sustainability advocate. In this conversation we discuss the world of Sustainability outside the walls of a hotel. Sharing stories from their projects in Nepal and Ethiopia, we explore the impact that trees have on not only our planet, but our…
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Joao Pinto Coelho shares the story of his family business: Onyria Group
In our first international episode I welcome João Pinto Coelho from Onyria Group, home to a collection of hotels and venues including Onyria Quinta da Marinha Hotel and Onyria Marinha Boutique Hotel. Alongside his father and 5 siblings, João shares his passion of creating dream experiences for...
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Lisa Lernoux Dock, Sales Director of Iconic Luxury Hotels joins me to talk all things Chewton Glen and discuss the importance of social in the ESG model
Off the back of a two day ESG advisory meeting at Chewton Glen, Lisa and I sit down to reflect on the rich discussions we have had with our peers and industry experts. For anyone that doesn't know, Lisa is an iconic figure herself, having worked for the collection for over 20 years and sitting on...
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Naomi Heaton, Founder and CEO at The Other House on the importance of listening to the market and the future of serviced living
This week we sat down with Naomi, the visionary founder and CEO of The Other House, a residential club concept that redefines the traditional distinctions between hotels and residential spaces. Naomi shares the inspiration behind The Other House and how she envisioned a space that transcends...
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Raphaella Yver, Sustainability Consultant, shares her vision for the future of the Hospitality industry.
In this episode, we're joined by Raphaella, a sustainability consultant who shares experience in building measurable sustainability programmes and provides actionable tools for hotels to enhance their sustainability commitments. Raphaella paints a picture of a hospitality industry that…
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Linden Beattie, General Manager at Down Hall Hotel on the importance of empowering your team
With a wealth of experience in the industry, Linden shares insights on the importance of empowering your team, getting started on your sustainable journey, optimising supply chains, and utilising natural resources. Linden discusses the pivotal role of team empowerment in achieving excellence in...
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Introduction
An introduction to Sustainable Hotels from our host, Grace Greensitt.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Join us as we sit down with hotel owners, managers and sustainability experts, to uncover the essence of their brand and discuss the inspiring steps they’re taking on their sustainability journey. From family owned properties to global chains, we explore the unique traits that make these hotels exceptional destinations.In each episode, you can expect to hear inspiring stories of innovation, responsible business, and the commitment of hotels to not only provide exceptional hospitality but also contribute to building a more conscious industry. Whether it’s reducing carbon footprint, implementing net positive technologies, or supporting local communities, we explore the challenges, and triumphs in the pursuit of a more sustainable future.So, whether you’re passionate about travel, sustainability, or simply love a good story, ”Sustainable Hotels Podcast” invites you to join the conversation and be inspired by those shaping the future of our industry.
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