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Defining Hospitality

Dan Ryan
Hospitality
Architecture
Sustainability
Design
IHG
Hospitality Industry
Intentionality
Urban Development
Avid Hotels
Luxury Hospitality
Public Infrastructure
Hospitality Design
Garner Hotels
Atwell Suites
Hotel Management Agreements
Chuck Feeney
Community Development
Experiential Accommodations
Outdoor Hospitality
Mentorship

Welcome to Defining Hospitality, the podcast focused on highlighting the most influential figures in the hospitality industry. In each episode we provide 1 on 1, in depth interviews with experts in the industry to learn what hospitality means to them. We feature expert advice on working in the industry, behind the scenes looks at some of your favorite brands, and in depth explorations of unique ho... more

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Is EQ more important than IQ when it comes to hospitality?

Today, Manish Puri, General Manager of the Regent Hotels and Resorts Bali, joins Dan to dive into key topics in the industry, such as sustainability, community, and leadership. They discuss ... more

What happens when a hotel developer moves from building Hampton Inns to creating lifestyle hotels with fire pits and Michelin-starred restaurants?

Today’s guest is a returning guest, Stephen Wendell, Co-Founder and CEO of Mountain Shore Properties. ... more

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“Design is subjective, but quality is objective.”

Today, Spencer Levine, President of RAL Companies and Affiliates, joins Dan to dive into hospitality development. Spencer shares insights from his extensive career in architecture and landscape devel... more

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The secret to a hotel's success isn’t just great design; it's what guests don't see.

Harzali Hashim, Complex Director of Engineering at Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts in Honolulu, joins Dan to discuss sustainability engineering within the hospitality ind... more

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Stephen Wendell
Co-founder and CEO of Mountain Shore Properties, educated in law and previously worked as a law clerk for the Philadelphia Eagles.
Mountain Shore Properties
Episode: Navigating the Messy Middle - Stephen Wendell - Defining Hospitality - Episode #217
Spencer Levine
Architecture and landscape professional with over 20 years of experience in hospitality real estate development.
President of RAL Companies and Affiliates
Episode: From Distress to Success: Hospitality Innovation - Spencer Levine - Defining Hospitality - Ep #216
Harzali Hashim
Complex Director of Engineering at Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts in Honolulu.
Kyo-ya Hotels and Resorts
Episode: Elevating Hospitality: Sustainable Engineering - Harzali Hashim - Defining Hospitality - Episode #215
Sebastián Torres-Calderón
Chief Executive Officer at Stay Unique in Spain, with over a decade of experience in the hospitality industry.
Stay Unique
Episode: Scaling Short-Term Rentals - Sebastián Torres-Calderón - Defining Hospitality - Episode #214
Steve Fortunato
Founder of Room 40 Events and The Fig House, author of The Urgent Recovery of Hospitality, leadership facilitator.
Episode: Cultivating a Host Mindset - Steve Fortunato - Defining Hospitality - Episode #213
Ben Uyeda
Co-Founder of Reset Hotel, with a background in design, focusing on modular and sustainable hospitality.
Reset Hotel
Episode: Transformative Retreats - Ben Uyeda and Adam Wininger - Defining Hospitality - Episode #212
Adam Wininger
Co-Founder of Reset Hotel, passionate about architecture and guest experience.
Reset Hotel
Episode: Transformative Retreats - Ben Uyeda and Adam Wininger - Defining Hospitality - Episode #212
Eileen Madigan
Senior Vice President of Global Interior Design at Las Vegas Sands Corporation with over 35 years of experience in luxury hospitality design.
Las Vegas Sands Corporation
Episode: It’s About Who Knows You - Eileen Madigan - Defining Hospitality - Episode #211
Aimee Sanborn
Senior Vice President of Architecture with a passion for adaptive reuse
Premier
Episode: Preserving History, Designing the Future - Aimee Sanborn - Defining Hospitality - Episode #210

Host

Dan Ryan
Host with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, focusing on expert voices and unique perspectives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 108 ratings
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    As a sustainability professional with plenty of hospitality clients, love that this podcast highlights so many diverse industry members! Whether you want more general industry trends and updates, or hyperspecific case studies and problem solving, you’ll find it all here! I’d recommend ep 168 on brining excitement to every spaces and 154 reimagining spaces.

    -Astrapto

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _doremi101
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it!

    Amazing stories and as a fellow hospitality professional its so awesome to hear these stories and history of properties and careers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chef RCH
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this podcast

    Loved talking to Dan - we got to some really good stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RSK777
    United Statesa year ago
  • Amazing show! Dan is the best!

    I love hospitality. Anyone interested in this category should listen!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roshah75
    United States2 years ago
  • Great conversation!

    Thank you for the fun chat about this industry that we love.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D Welborn
    United States2 years ago

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Some note the focus on sustainability as a particularly relevant and timely topic in hospitality.
Many find the discussions engaging and appreciate the diverse perspectives shared by various guests.
Listeners praise the podcast for its insightful interviews and depth of industry knowledge.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#43
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#203
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
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#171
Germany/Arts/Design
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#233
France/Arts/Design
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#23
Indonesia/Arts/Design
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#71
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Navigating the Messy Middle - Stephen Wendell - Defining Hospitality - Episode #217
Q: How do you see the boutique and lifestyle market evolving?
The best lifestyle hotels will become cultural hubs for neighborhoods, allowing locals and guests to mingle, but primarily focus on guest experience.
Navigating the Messy Middle - Stephen Wendell - Defining Hospitality - Episode #217
Q: Could you tell us about this transformation and tell us why you're excited?
It's actively happening right now, a lot of reorganization in the hospitality industry, particularly within the luxury and lifestyle segments.
From Distress to Success: Hospitality Innovation - Spencer Levine - Defining Hospitality - Ep #216
Q: When you were opening the Capella, was Robert involved in hanging the artwork?
Spencer shares that Robert always hangs artwork as part of getting a project completed, emphasizing their hands-on approach to hospitality.
From Distress to Success: Hospitality Innovation - Spencer Levine - Defining Hospitality - Ep #216
Q: But what makes you lean into those challenges and how do you bring your idea of hospitality into the early stages of those projects?
Spencer discusses how he started in the third-party development world and emphasizes the importance of service and creativity in overcoming challenges within hospitality projects.
Elevating Hospitality: Sustainable Engineering - Harzali Hashim - Defining Hospitality - Episode #215
Q: What does sustainability mean to you?
Sustainability is essential due to Hawaii's limited resources, and it forms part of Kyo-ya's operational commitment.

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Focusing on the hospitality industry, the content features engaging interviews with influential professionals ranging from architects to hospitality executives. Each episode provides a behind-the-scenes look at the latest trends, challenges, and successes within the sector, while exploring unique hospitality projects and the personal experiences that define the meaning of hospitality for different guests. This podcast serves as an essential resource for industry insiders seeking to gain insights and learn from the journeys of established hospitality leaders, emphasizing sustainable practices and relational dynamics in service delivery.

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Recent guests on Defining Hospitality include:

1. Stephen Wendell
2. Spencer Levine
3. Harzali Hashim
4. Sebastián Torres-Calderón
5. Steve Fortunato
6. Ben Uyeda
7. Adam Wininger
8. Eileen Madigan

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