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The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela
by Ariela Kiradjian
The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela is a podcast about the boutique hospitality community and how its top industry executives and leaders stay up-to-date on the best innovative trends in boutique hotels all around the world. Episodes feature candid conversations with visionaries discussing new philosophies, ideas and innovations in the hospitality industry, primarily, the Boutique Hotel Community.
Episodes
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From Neuroscience to Hospitality: Spenser Apramian's Unconventional Path to Bridgeton
"A hotel is the ultimate manifestation of a sensory experience." That's Spenser Apramian's framework for why he left neurobiology at Stanford for boutique hospitality investment. In this episode, Spenser, VP of Investments at Bridgeton, joins Ariela to trace his unconventional path — from…
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Searching for Meaning, Searching for Community: SingleThread's Tony Greenberg on Why Hospitality Is Everywhere
"It's a restaurant with rooms attached." That's how Tony Greenberg describes SingleThread — and Ariela thinks it might be the future of hospitality. In this episode, Tony, co-founder of SingleThread and CEO of Vertice Hospitality, joins Ariela to trace his unlikely path from working under Mayor...
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Brand Before Tactics: Andreanna Mazereeuw's Rules for Boutique Marketing
Andreanna Mazereeuw doesn't think of a hotel website as a brochure — she thinks of it as a lobby. In this episode, Andreanna, president of Wallop, a Vancouver-based strategy agency working with independent, luxury, and experiential hotels, joins Ariela to unpack why so many boutique properties…
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The Loyalty Currency: Annabel Schwartz on Emotional Connection in Hospitality
Annabel Schwartz says she doesn't love hotels — she loves what happens inside them. In this episode, Annabel, founder of hospitality consultancy Casa Talana and former head of membership and cultural programming at Soho House and San Vicente Bungalows, joins Ariela to talk about the human moments...
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Sound as Architecture: Shane Davis on Designing Hospitality Through Music
Shane Davis didn't set out to build a hotel — he built "a punk rock DIY version of a cultural institution." In this episode, Shane, co-founder of Public Records in Brooklyn, joins Ariela to talk about how a former ASPCA headquarters became one of hospitality's most talked-about cultural spaces....
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"Know What You Don't Know": Glyn Aeppel on Investing in Founders
Glyn Aeppel has spent decades at the highest levels of hospitality investment, but it's her time working alongside André Balazs that tells you the most about her eye. In this episode, Glyn, founder of Glencove Capital and one of the few women-owned boutique hospitality investment firms in the US,...
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Stewardship Is the Strategy with Sarah Eustis on Transforming Boutique Hotels
Sarah Eustis has hospitality in her blood, literally. In this episode, Sarah, CEO of Main Street Hospitality — a growing collection of independent hotels across the Berkshires and Rhode Island, including her family's iconic Red Lion Inn — joins Ariela to trace her path from fourteen-year-old...
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Nomada Hotel Group's Kimberly Walker on Staying Small, Staying Human
Episode Summary: Kimberly Walker didn't build a hotel brand, she built a philosophy. In this episode, Kimberly, founder and creative director of Nomada Hotel Group — a portfolio of boutique hotels revived from historic buildings across California's Central Coast — joins Ariela to trace her path...
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Healing Spaces: Creating a Wellness Sanctuary with Diana Stobo
Episode Summary: In this episode, Diana Stobo, a pioneering chef and advocate for wellness and healthy living, shares her transformative journey from a raw food advocate to a wellness real estate pioneer in Costa Rica. Diana discusses the challenges and triumphs of building a wellness hotel…
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Behind Boutique: The Story of Mac&Lo's Hospitality Mastery
Episode Summary: In this riveting episode of The Unfamiliar Shift, Ariela engages with Audrey Laurent and Sergio MacLean, the visionary principals of Mac&Lo Hospitality. The duo dives into their unique approach to curating immersive and impactful guest experiences, drawing from their diverse...
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From Imagination to Innovation: The Art of Hotel Entrepreneurship and Creative Branding with Cory Schisler
[Episode Summary] In this episode of "The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela," host Ariela Kiradjian is joined by industry expert Cory Schisler to dive into the world of authentic hotel and restaurant brand building. Cory shares his insights, experiences, and valuable advice on creating unique and...
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Lark Hotels CEO's Secrets to Scaling Success
Summary: In this episode of The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela, Lark Hotels CEO Peter Twachtman takes us on a journey into the world of bespoke hospitality and immersive stays. From scaling a hospitality company with integrity to navigating the evolving landscape of boutique hotels, the discussion...
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Creative Spaces, Creative Minds: Jersey Banks on Hotel Entrepreneurship
Episode Summary: In this episode of Creative Spaces, Creative Minds: Jersey Banks on Hotel Entrepreneurship, we dive into the world of boutique hotels, dynamic branding, and the art of hospitality. Jersey discusses her journey from artist to hospitality entrepreneur, the impact of social media on...
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Bridging Cultures: Andrew Miele's Innovative Approach to Wellness Tourism
Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of our podcast, we delve into the fascinating world of wellness tourism with Andrew Miele, the CEO of Nomade People. We explore Andrew's unique leadership journey in the hospitality industry, his vision for conscious hospitality, and how he seamlessly...
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Reviving History: The Tale of New Orleans' Boutique Hotels
Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the world of boutique hospitality with Nathalie Jordi, exploring her unique career path from ice pops to the development of boutique hotels in New Orleans. Join us as we uncover the story behind the creation of the Hotel Peter and Paul, delve into…
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Shaping Luxury Hospitality with Arnaud Zannier
Episode Summary: In this engaging episode of The Unfamiliar Shift, Ariela Kiradjian dives deep into the world of boutique hospitality with the illustrious Arnaud Zannier, the founder of Zannier Hotels. Known for their unique luxury hotel experiences worldwide, from Cambodia to Namibia, Zannier...
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Embracing Sustainable Luxury and Wellness in Hospitality with Charlotte Gomez de Orozco
In this enlightening first episode of season two, Charlotte Gomez de Orozco, the visionary founder of HOY Hotel Paris, delves into the intricate blend of sustainable luxury and wellness that defines her hotel's ethos. She also unpacks the unique yoga-centric hotel concept thriving in the heart of...
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The Brand Experience with James Bermingham
James Bermingham is responsible for delivering Virgin Hotel’s global growth, operational excellence, multi-award-winning customer experience, and unique culture. But where did he get his start? Well, James began his career in his hometown of Dublin, Ireland, followed by ten years in London,...
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Authentic Attention to Detail with Kevin O'Shea
Kevin O’Shea is the Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Salt Hotels. After graduating from the prestigious Rhode Island School of Design, Kevin pursued a career in the corporate hotel design world. From working with Starwood Hotels and Resorts to Morgans Hotel Group, he strengthened his...
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Revitalizing Architectural Gems with Carolyn Schneider
Carolyn grew up in sunny Los Angeles and graduated from New York University. After working in New York City nightlife and restaurants, it was not long before she fell in love with hotels and started managing Events at Ace Hotel New York. From there, she joined the team at Vikram Chatwal…
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The Art of Hospitality with Katherine Lo
Katherine “Kat” Lo is the Founder & President of Eaton Workshop. Born in Hong Kong, Kat Lo is a next-generation leader, driven by her moral compass and committed to reimagining the future of hospitality for the betterment of the people and the planet. In 2011, Kat joined her family business in...
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Simple Pleasures with Sarah Sklash
Sarah Sklash is a passionate Motelier and Co-Founder of The June Motel. You may recognize Sarah as half of the iconic duo who starred in Motel Makeover, a Netflix series that followed their renovation of The June Sauble Beach. Through light-hearted and sincere episodes, Sarah and her Co-Founder,...
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Affordable Luxury with Ernest Lee
Based in New York City, Ernest Lee has an extensive range of business experience in investments, real estate, finance, strategy, and even operations. It’s safe to say, in the bustling “City That Never Sleeps”, he is truly doing it all. As the Chief Growth Officer for the famous citizenM Hotels,...
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Authenticity and Culture with Brian Cooke
Brian began his career with Ritz-Carlton but quickly transitioned into boutique lifestyle hotels as a manager with The James brand in Miami. After launching the re-branded James Royal Palm property, Brian then made his way to New York to manage The James Hotel in Soho NYC. His experience in the…
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Do All The Good That You Can with Raul Leal
Raul Leal is a seasoned professional in the boutique hospitality industry who understands and embodies the boutique lifestyle to a T. Forward thinking and self driven, Raul is an influential executive with a successful track record of creating powerful brands that infuse character, sophistication...
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Introduction
Welcome to The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela, the Boutique Lifestyle Leaders Association Hospitality show.. This is a podcast about the boutique hospitality community and how its top industry executives and leaders stay up to date on the best innovative trends in boutique hotels all around the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela is a podcast about the boutique hospitality community and how its top industry executives and leaders stay up-to-date on the best innovative trends in boutique hotels all around the world. Episodes feature candid conversations with visionaries discussing new philosophies, ideas and innovations in the hospitality industry, primarily, the Boutique Hotel Community.
HOSTED BY
Ariela Kiradjian
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The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela is a podcast about the boutique hospitality community and how its top industry executives and leaders stay up-to-date on the best innovative trends in boutique hotels all around the world. Episodes feature candid conversations with visionaries discussing new...
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The Unfamiliar Shift with Ariela is created and hosted by Ariela Kiradjian.
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