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Josiah Mackenzie

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Strategy Meets Soul: Leading with Both Sides of the Brain – Billy Skelli-Cohen, Beaumier

🏨 Billy, CEO of Beaumier Hotels, blends design-driven thinking and local culture in boutique hospitality across Europe. He has a history with iconic luxury hotels in France, Switzerland, and Italy, and built the Lore Group, growing from 1 to 1,500 staff in a decade. Recently, Billy managed Eden Hotels in the Netherlands. Currently in Provence, Billy emphasizes guest experiences and a culture valuing feedback from young staff, key to enhancing hotel stays and addressing post-COVID staffing challenges.
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From Chaos to Clarity: Using Tech as a Force Multiplier in Your Hotels – Kevin Kelleher [Sponsor Bonus]

💻 May 22, 2025, Kevin Kelleher, a former hotel leader now an account manager at Actabl, discusses the role of technology in enhancing hotel operations. His insights are featured in a sponsored episode of the Hospitality Daily Podcast. Kelleher emphasizes how tech can be a force multiplier in the hospitality industry, streamlining processes and improving overall efficiency.
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The Essential Playbook for Hotel Openings (And How to Avoid Costly Mistakes) – Kevin Kelleher

🏨 May 22, 2025, Kevin Kelleher, a former hotel leader and current account manager at Actabl, shared insights on the Hospitality Daily Podcast about hotel pre-opening and opening processes. His essential playbook aims to help avoid costly mistakes during these crucial phases. Check out the full episode for more expert advice on successful hotel launches.
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The 70% Rule: Why Hospitality Leaders Grow Faster by Stepping Beyond Their Comfort Zone – Kevin Kelleher

📖 May 19, 2025 - Kevin Kelleher, a former hotel leader and current account manager at Actabl, shares insights on hospitality growth. His episode discusses the "70% Rule," emphasizing that hospitality leaders accelerate growth by stepping beyond their comfort zones. This approach suggests that taking on challenges with a 70% confidence level promotes faster professional development. Listen to this insightful episode on the Hospitality Daily Podcast to explore how pushing boundaries can lead to success.
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From Heart of House to Leadership: Lessons From My Journey to Hospitality Excellence – Kevin Kelleher

📋 May 18, 2025, Kevin Kelleher, in a podcast episode, shares insights from his career journey towards hospitality excellence. The discussion encourages listeners to implement these ideas in their teams to enhance business impact and service quality. The episode is part of the Hospitality Daily Podcast, with music produced by Clay Bassford from Bespoke Sound, focusing on music identity design for hospitality brands.
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How Traveling Reminded Me of Music’s Hidden Power in Hospitality – Josiah Mackenzie

🎵 Josiah Mackenzie, in a recent episode, discusses the influential role of music in hospitality. Key resources mentioned include "Could Sound Design Be Your Hotel's Secret Weapon?" by Dr. Michelle Ulor and Clay Bassford, and "Sunday Slowdown: A Bespoke Sound Takeover" with Clay Bassford. Bespoke Sound's strategies on Spotify highlight how music can enhance guest experiences. For newcomers to Hospitality Daily, additional resources and message options are available for further engagement.
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