Inside the Legendary Royal Sonesta New Orleans | Hospitality Stories from Bourbon Street
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Release Date: 04/28/2025
FNA 178: This Episode Will Flohr You
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is an Associate Professor of Teaching at U of Memphis and the Co-founder & Managing Partner of . Tonight he risks it all by joining Glenn, Craig, and Producers Dave and Suzanne for some âinnocentâ drinks and laughs to kick off the weekend. Plus, Glenn is on location in New Orleans.
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The Human Side of Hospitality: Stonebridge's CEO Smith on Tech, Talent & Transforming Hotel Culture
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Why do some hotel companies thrive while others struggle with retention, innovation, and guest satisfaction? In this episode of , we talk with , CEO & President of , whoâs bringing humanity back to hospitality â without ignoring the power of technology. đ Key Highlights: đĽ Why putting people first isnât just good ethicsâitâs smart business đ¤ How Stonebridge uses technology to enhanceânot replaceâhuman connection đź Rethinking workforce culture to increase retention and reduce burnout đ The power of real-time data to drive better decisions at every level ...
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NYU IHIF: From RevPAR to TRevPAR: Gauging What Really Drives Hotel Growth
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Hospitality is shiftingâand , President of , joined during the to gauge whatâs really happening in the right now. âď¸ Tired of mixed signals from headlines? This episode brings clarity on: *Why focusing on actual trends over trending topics is essential for strategic planning *What PM Hotel Group is seeing with real-time travel demand and consumer behavior *How seasonality shifts and timing affected hotel comp sets in 2025 *Strong ADR growth trends despite softening fundamentals *Firsthand insights from the opening of Evo Tahoe Cityâwhere experience-driven travel is thriving ...
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NYU IHIF: Building an Extended Stay Future â With Concordâs Mark Laport
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Whatâs really happening with new hotel construction in todayâs unpredictable climate? sat down with Mark Laport, CEO of , during this week to discuss: ⢠đď¸ Why heâs bullish on launching , âs new extended-stay brand ⢠đ° The financial balancing actâdealing with skyrocketing costs and persistent labor issues ⢠đ What makes Concordâs approach different, and how theyâre betting smart on the future ⢠đ¤ Why relationshipsâespecially in tough timesâmake or break your ability to grow If you're in hospitality development or operations, this one is essential....
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NYU IHIF: Profit Starts at the Property - Peregrine CEO on Getting Back to Basics
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Recorded this morning live at , sits down with , CEO of , to unpack the realities of operating, investing, and thriving in todayâs uncertain hotel landscape. đ Highlights from this episode: How Peregrine focuses on what they can control â guests and employees â to drive long-term profitability Why âno cash registers at the corporate officeâ is more than a sayingâitâs a strategy The truth about todayâs slow transaction market (and why that might be an advantage) What disciplined and acquisitions look like in a market with low new development Strategies for identifying...
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NYU IHIF: Zack Gharib on Culture, Capital & Creating the Future of Red Roof
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Recorded live at the , catches up with , President of , exactly one year after their first interviewâthis time with plenty to celebrate and unpack. đ What Youâll Learn: How Zackâs first year at the helm shaped a renewed culture and a long-term growth strategy at Red Roof. The impact of new partnerships, including: : boosting guest experience and connectivity. : transforming revenue management with smarter pricing and analytics. : enhancing access to capital for franchisees. Real talk on industry-wide pressuresâlabor, costs, litigation, insurance, and interest ratesâand why...
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NYU IHIF: Market Reality Check with Bruce Ford of Lodging Econometrics
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Is the hotel industry bouncing backâor just bouncing around? I caught up with , SVP at , during , to tell his razor-sharp perspective on where we really stand when it comes to hospitality investment, development, and demand. đ§ Hereâs why youâll want to hit play: ⢠Conference crowds are shrinkingâwhat does that signal for the broader economy? ⢠Owners are cutting back, but is that a sign of strength or stress? ⢠Why âdrive-toâ travel might be your MVP this summer ⢠Conversions are upânew builds, not so much ⢠What brand consolidations really mean for the...
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950: The Last Dance?
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Today we're saying thanks to all our listeners and saying goodbye. To live shows, that is. Plenty more content coming starting next week, but we're switching up formats to make everyone's lives easier! It's been exhausting doing as many as five live shows a week for five years. Dang, that's a lot. :-)
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949: How Noble Invests in Hotels with Adi Bhoopathy
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Adi Bhoopathy, Managing Principal and Head of Capital Markets at Noble Investment Group, joins No Vacancy Live to share his insights from over two decades of investing in the hospitality sector. Since joining Noble in 1999, Adi has helped lead more than $4.5 billion in transactions, playing a pivotal role in shaping the firmâs investment strategy and capital relationships. In this episode, we dive into how Noble identifies opportunity in a rapidly evolving market, why Adi believes hospitality is a resilient and rewarding asset class, and what it takes to build trust with institutional...
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948: The Culture Shift: Inside Ben Campbellâs Bold First Year as CEO of Hospitality America
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In his first year as CEO of Hospitality America, Ben Campbell set a bold tone by putting people and culture at the heart of the companyâs strategyâwell ahead of the industry curve. From earning back-to-back âBest Places to Workâ awards to launching flexible PTO programs and strategic mentorship initiatives, Benâs leadership has sparked a cultural and operational transformation. This episode dives into how his People First approach, new leadership roles, and investment in soft-branded hotel growth have positioned HA for long-term success. Tune in to hear how bold vision,...
info_outlineStep inside the heart of Bourbon Street with Royal Sonesta New Orleans GM David Bilbe on #NoVacancyNews. From historic #neworleans charm to future renovations, this tour gives you a front-row seat to one of the most irreplaceable hotel assets in America.
đš Highlights:
- Growing up with Royal Sonesta â why this hotel holds personal meaning for GM David Bilby
- Fulfilling a dream: Davidâs journey to leading this iconic property
- What makes Royal Sonestaâs energy and vibe so different from other hotels
- Celebrating New Orleans traditions with Easter parades and local favorites
- The unforgettable guest arrival experience â energy that sets the tone instantly
- Touring the jazz club, oyster bar, and fine dining hotspot, Restaurant Râevolution
- How long-time staff loyalty defines the hotel's guest experience
- Balancing modern renovations with authentic New Orleans charm
- Finding calm in the hidden pool courtyard â a true oasis off Bourbon Street
- Stories of guests who return year after year for Jazz Fest, Mardi Gras, and beyond
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