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3 Stories, 1 Mission: Our Journeys to Hospitality Leadership – Dina Belon, Mike Hirschler & Casey Barks, Staypineapple Hotels

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  • 26 August 2024
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3 Stories, 1 Mission: Our Journeys to Hospitality Leadership - Dina Belon, Mike Hirschler & Casey Barks, Staypineapple Hotels

In this episode, Dina Belon, Mike Hirschler, and Casey Barks at Staypineapple Hotels share their stories. Here’s what listeners will learn:

Dina Belon (President):

  • How her design background uniquely positions her to lead a hotel company (00:55)
  • The concept of “elegant whimsy” in Staypineapple’s brand aesthetic (03:12)
  • Her leadership philosophy of combining kindness with efficiency (04:38)
  • The importance of utilizing personal strengths in leadership roles (05:25)

Mike Hirschler (Chief Growth Officer):

  • His early passion for hospitality (07:18)
  • Navigating career challenges during the COVID pandemic (08:35)
  • The unique appeal of the hospitality industry for building relationships (10:15)
  • How he found his place at Staypineapple and the importance of cultural fit (11:48)

Casey Barks (Vice President of Marketing):

  • His diverse career path in hospitality marketing and PR (14:20)
  • The contrasts between city hotels and resort life in the industry (15:15)
  • Experiences opening a large hotel and doing PR during the pandemic (17:40)
  • The appeal of Staypineapple’s brand personality after working in luxury hospitality (20:15)
  • Insights on Dina Belon’s leadership style and decision-making process (21:30)
  • The story behind Staypineapple’s PATH water bottle initiative (23:15)

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