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Suite Success: Masters of Hospitality

Skift
Hospitality
Hospitality Industry
Short-Term Rentals
Artificial Intelligence
Luxury Hospitality
Customer Experience
Luxury Travel
Travel Industry
Interior Design
Guest Experience
Sustainability
New York City
Real Estate
Travel + Leisure
Japan
Summer 2025 Travel Trends
Virtuoso
Real Estate Investment
Hospitality Design
Marriott International

Welcome to Suite Success: Masters of Hospitality, a Skift Podcast, where we unlock the secrets behind the world's most successful hotel and hospitality brands. Hosted by industry expert Katie Cline, each episode features exclusive interviews with top executives, seasoned leaders, and trailblazing innovators in the hospitality world. Together, they reveal the strategies that drive guest loyalty, en... more

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On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline takes listeners inside the 2026 NYU International Hospitality Investment Forum (NYU IHIF), one of the most influential gatherings in global hospitality, travel, and hotel real estate.

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On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline interviews John Cohlan, CEO and Co-Founder of Margaritaville, to explore how a single Jimmy Buffett song evolved into a global lifestyle brand spanning hotels, resorts, cruises, active adult communit... more

On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline sits down with entrepreneur and boutique fitness executive Adam Shane for a conversation about hospitality, wellness, entrepreneurship, and the power of immersive experiences. Adam is the owner of Yo... more

On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline sits down with Grace Gudenkauf and Amelia McGee, co-founders of WIIRE (Women Invest in Real Estate), the fast-growing community helping women pursue financial and time freedom through real estate inv... more

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Recent Guests

John Cohlan
CEO and co-founder of Margaritaville
Margaritaville
Episode: The Billion-Dollar Business Hidden Inside a Jimmy Buffett Song
Adam Shane
Owner of Yoga Joint New York; former EVP Operations/CDO at Barry's
Yoga Joint New York; Barry's (past)
Episode: How This Entrepreneur Turned Hospitality Into a $90 Million Fitness Empire
Grace Gudenkauf
Co-founder of Women Invest in Real Estate (Wiire)
Wiire
Episode: The Cold DM That Sparked a Real Estate Movement
Amelia McGee
Co-founder of Women Invest in Real Estate (Wiire)
Wiire
Episode: The Cold DM That Sparked a Real Estate Movement
Marina Efraimoglou
Founder of Euphoria Retreat
Euphoria Retreat (Greece)
Episode: How This Founder’s Cancer Diagnosis Sparked One of the World’s Most Unique Wellness Retreats
Davonne Reaves
Hotel owner, asset manager, founder of the Vonne Group
Vonne Group; Stay Black Experience; Vester
Episode: How to Buy a Hotel (Without Being Rich)
Jim Nagle
Owner and managing partner of the Drake Oak Brook Hotel, Autograph Collection
Drake Oak Brook Hotel / Marriott Autograph Collection
Episode: How This Owner Bought a Property with No Money Down and Turned it into a Top 50 Hotel
Dieter Schmitz
Former Laguna Beach cast member; hotelier and GM of Sofitel New York
Sofitel New York
Episode: From Laguna Beach to Luxury Hotels: The Reality TV Star Who Built a Serious Career in Hospitality
Kolin Jones
Founder and CEO of Amalfi Jets, pilot and aviation entrepreneur
Amalfi Jets
Episode: How Viral Content Built a $120M Private Aviation Brand

Host

Katie Cline
Host of Suite Success: Masters of Hospitality (Skift); deep hospitality industry experience with a focus on brand strategy and guest experience.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Love your pace and depth

    Such a fun episode

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trianglesforever
    United States2 months ago
  • There is always a takeaway!

    I love the breakdown Katie does at the end of the show. I always take something away.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KAGuindi
    United States2 months ago
  • Fresh, practical, and inspiring

    This is one of the most relevant hospitality podcasts out there. It’s smart, modern, and deeply connected to what’s actually happening in the industry right now. Such a great listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VP0772
    United States7 months ago
  • Katie Cline is a Master of Hospitality

    This is great show with a wide range of content on hospitality all weaved together with ease by the host, Katie Cline. This is not a boring question and answer session, it’s a well-educated dive into the nuance of hospitality.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TrustGreene
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Very informative

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    M&L laptop
    United Statesa year ago

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Guests are consistently high-caliber, offering actionable insights for hospitality and travel.
Listeners praise Katie Cline's expert interviewing and ability to draw out practical takeaways from leaders.
The show is seen as a reliable source of modern, industry-relevant perspectives with engaging conversations.

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How This Entrepreneur Turned Hospitality Into a $90 Million Fitness Empire
Q: How do you view the balance between risk and purpose in entrepreneurship?
He emphasizes a high tolerance for risk paired with a strong, unselfish drive to create opportunities for others, and notes entrepreneurship is both selfish (in pursuit of personal goals) and unselfish (creating living-wage opportunities for others).
The Cold DM That Sparked a Real Estate Movement
Q: What role does onboarding play in your community and business?
onboarding is the foundation; clear first impressions, setting expectations, and ensuring members can use the platform smoothly create a positive ongoing experience and higher engagement.
The Cold DM That Sparked a Real Estate Movement
Q: How did your initial meetup come together despite small followings?
We leveraged our existing networks, invited people via Instagram stories, and used a simple Zoom link to bring everyone together; the key was showing up consistently and delivering value, which attracted more people over time.
How This Founder’s Cancer Diagnosis Sparked One of the World’s Most Unique Wellness Retreats
Q: What is the Euphoria Methodos and how does it integrate different traditions?
Euphoria Methodos merges Greek philosophy, Chinese medicine, and modern science to harmonize body, mind, and soul, using elements, seasons, and emotions as a framework for personalized transformation.
How This Founder’s Cancer Diagnosis Sparked One of the World’s Most Unique Wellness Retreats
Q: Can you give some examples of the types of experiences people can have when they visit?
Experiences at Euphoria blend nature-driven practices, seasonal programming, and a 360-degree approach to healing that combines fitness, emotions, and spiritual connection, with personalized diagnostics guiding each guest's interventions.

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The show centers on hospitality leadership, brand strategy, and guest experiences, featuring in-depth conversations with hotel executives, designers, investors, and innovators. Episodes frequently explore AI and tech in hospitality, brand authenticity, sustainability, experiential travel, and the evolving guest journey, often paired with personal career stories and practical takeaways for operators and marketers. A notable strength is high-caliber guest selection across branding, design, and operational excellence, with a practical, conversational interviewing style that yields actionable insights for professionals seeking competitive edge in hospitality and travel.

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Recent guests on Suite Success: Masters of Hospitality include:

1. John Cohlan
2. Adam Shane
3. Grace Gudenkauf
4. Amelia McGee
5. Marina Efraimoglou
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7. Jim Nagle
8. Dieter Schmitz

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