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The Hospitality Mentor

Steve Turk
Hospitality Industry
Hospitality
Hospitality Management
Biscayne Bay
My Place Hotels
Food and Beverage Operations
Ritz-Carlton
Hilton
Extended Stay Hotels
Luxury Hospitality
Miami
Restaurant Management
Cruise Industry
Conrad Orlando
Wellness
Four Seasons
Pickleball
JW Marriott Cancun
Marriott
Pandemic Recovery

Join me, Steve Turk, on the Hospitality Mentor podcast as we dive into the personal stories of some of the world's best Hospitality Professionals. We follow the journey of their ups, downs and wild turns and find out what it truly takes to make it in the amazing world of hospitality.

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Latest Episodes

Host Steve Turk interviews Nikheel Advani , co-founder and COO of Grace Bay Resorts, who shares how he entered hospitality at 16 after his father pushed him to work, leading to dishwashing, banqueting, and founding a small events company in Singapore... more

Live from HITEC in San Antonio, the Steve Turk and Sarah Dandashy recap the inaugural Hospitality Creator Summit, created by Anna Blue and Anthony Melchiorri, which drew 200+ attendees for a full day of networking and creator-focused education. Sara ... more

Host Steve Turk interviews Milan Mijatovic, founder of SILA Miami. Milan explains SILA as a social wellness club in Upper Buena Vista featuring longevity services (float tank, hyperbaric oxygen, lymphatic suit, red light therapy, bioscan/bodywork), o... more

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Host Steve Turk welcomes Larry Korman, co-CEO of Korman Communities and president of AKA Hotel Residences, to discuss his lifelong path in hospitality and residential real estate, from childhood work in the family business to leading a five-generatio... more

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Milan Mijatovic
Founder of SILA Miami
SILA Miami
Episode: From Nightlife to Wellness: Milan Mijatovic on Building SILA Miami
Larry Korman
Co-CEO of Korman Communities, President of AKA Hotel Residences
Korman Communities / AKA
Episode: Larry Korman on Building AKA Hotel Residences, Intentional Hospitality, and Scaling Service Driven Living
David Burke
Award-winning chef, restaurant tour, culinary pioneer
Independent chef/entrepreneur
Episode: Chef David Burke: From Dishwasher to NYC Three-Star Chef, and his Restaurant Empire
Raul Leal
CEO of SH Hotels & Resorts (former CEO of Virgin Hotels, Desires Hotels)
SH Hotels & Resorts
Episode: Raul Leal on Building a Hospitality Career: From Miami Dishwasher to CEO of Starwood Hotels
Elizabeth Mullins
President of Evermore Hospitality
Evermore Hospitality
Episode: Elizabeth Mullins on Building Luxury at Scale: From Ritz Carlton and Disney to Evermore Hospitality
Jessica Zouaoui
Co-founder of Oakwell Beer Spa
Oakwell Beer Spa
Episode: Oakwell Beer Spa Founders Jessica & Damien Zouaoui on Building a Social Wellness Day Spa
Damien Zouaoui
Co-founder of Oakwell Beer Spa
Oakwell Beer Spa
Episode: Oakwell Beer Spa Founders Jessica & Damien Zouaoui on Building a Social Wellness Day Spa
Tim Major
CEO of Operto
Operto
Episode: Tim Major CEO of Operto on AI Agents, Direct Bookings, and the Future of Hotel Technology
Adam Tuttle
Co-founder of Yipy
Yipy
Episode: Adam Tuttle on Yipy, Four Seasons, and Building a Hospitality Standards Management System

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Steve Turk
Host of The Hospitality Mentor, focused on personal journeys and leadership in hospitality.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 64 ratings
  • Inspirational

    Great podcast dedicated at inspiring hospitality professionals.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sapphire &
    United States2 years ago
  • Great forum!!

    Such great insights and experiences for hospitality professionals. Keep up the great work Steve Turk and The Hospitality Mentor!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    N. Foris
    United States2 years ago
  • Best Podcast for Hospitality

    I had the pleasure of joining Steve on his podcast to talk about my restaurant, Vinyl Steakhouse , it was an awesome experience, and Steve is truly one of the best industry leaders who truly “gets it.” I highly recommend anybody was coming up in this industry. Continue to listen to Steve you’ll always be guided in the right direction and on the yellow brick Road of what will find your success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevin Flannery
    United States3 years ago
  • Nice insights

    Steve - you do a great job at inviting accomplished guests and getting valuable insights. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vivek__K
    United States3 years ago
  • Best hospitality podcast

    Steve is a hospitality veteran with a keen insight into the world of hotel and restaurant operations. His interviews are in depth and relevant. Loved listening to some of his episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DEVO305
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the host's depth of hospitality knowledge and storytelling ability.
Guests are described as genuine and insightful, with practical takeaways for professionals.
The show is seen as a reliable source of inspiration and leadership lessons in hospitality.

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From Nightlife to Wellness: Milan Mijatovic on Building SILA Miami
Q: What would you tell your younger self washing dishes at Dante's?
Trust the journey, believe in the mission, and take things step by step while staying honest and avoiding shortcuts, education and self-improvement being key.
From Nightlife to Wellness: Milan Mijatovic on Building SILA Miami
Q: What inspired you to transition from nightlife to wellness and start SILA?
A late-night realization about needing a meaningful, lasting impact beyond nightlife, a passion for fitness and wellness, and a search for balance and health after years in a high-octane industry.
From Nightlife to Wellness: Milan Mijatovic on Building SILA Miami
Q: How did you end up in Miami and how did your career evolve there?
A move through Chicago's vibrant scene led to opportunities in Miami via connections with prominent beverage and nightlife professionals, eventually leading to managerial roles at Rockwell and other venues, and finally pivoting toward wellness with SILA.
From Nightlife to Wellness: Milan Mijatovic on Building SILA Miami
Q: What was your very first job in hospitality?
Milan details starting as a dishwasher in Atlanta and then moving through kitchens and bartending, learning from legends, and gradually climbing the ladder through disciplined hard work and exposure to high-profile venues.
Chef David Burke: From Dishwasher to NYC Three-Star Chef, and his Restaurant Empire
Q: What would you tell your younger self starting today in the industry?
Stay focused, travel, eat, document everything, volunteer and learn something new every day; the industry rewards curiosity and persistence.

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The show centers on personal journeys of hospitality leaders, exploring how individuals rose through frontline roles to top management or entrepreneurship. Episodes repeatedly highlight mentorship, service culture, operational excellence, and the evolving role of technology and guest experience in hospitality. The format often blends career milestones with practical leadership lessons, industry trends, and real-world anecdotes, making it valuable for operators, aspiring executives, and vendors seeking insider perspectives on hospitality success and innovation.

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The Hospitality Mentor launched 4 years ago and published 178 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Hospitality Mentor include:

1. Milan Mijatovic
2. Larry Korman
3. David Burke
4. Raul Leal
5. Elizabeth Mullins
6. Jessica Zouaoui
7. Damien Zouaoui
8. Tim Major

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