No Vacancy With Glenn Haussman

Sloan Dean, CEO of Remington Hospitality, and I break down the key trends shaping the hospitality industry in 2025 at during ALIS.

Glenn spoke with Raul Leal, CEO of SH Hotels & Resorts, during the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS). We’re discussing global expansion, brand innovation, and sustainability, all set against the backdrop of an evolving hotel landscape. And even a company name change!! Highlights:

James Hansen may be new to Reeco, but he's been in the industry for a while. Glenn, Craig and producer Dave attempt to get him to share stories that put his new gig in danger.   Grab a drink and join us for some laughs as we kick off the weekend with Friday Night Audit!

James Ferguson, author of "The Confetti Culture Playbook" gives updates on how his career journey has progressed over the last few years from being a GM to taking over as Corporate Director of Culture with Wurzak Hotel Group. In this role, he has taken the company from 2.5 on Glassdoor to 4.3! Find out how he was able to do this and what new projects James is coming out with.

In this episode, we delve into the world of award-winning interior design with Yasmine Mahmoudieh, founder of Yasmine Mahmoudieh Design. Yasmine shares her unique approach to design, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and global travels. Discover how she translates these global influences into stunning and innovative spaces that have garnered critical acclaim. Get ready to be inspired by Yasmine's creative journey and learn how she pushes the boundaries of interior design.

I’m chatting with James Hansen, VP of Business Development at Reeco and we’re discussing how this groundbreaking AI-driven platform is simplifying hotel procurement and transforming the industry. Learn how Reeco is using cutting-edge technology and fresh funding to help hoteliers save time, cut costs, and maximize efficiency. And be sure to catch up with hem during ALIS too! Key Highlights: Big Moves in Funding: Reeco secures $15M in Series A funding, totaling $25M raised to date. Discover how this investment will supercharge sales, marketing, and branding efforts. AI-Driven Innovation: Automates procure-to-pay processes for hotels. Upload invoices to instantly compare vendor prices, manage recipes, and optimize menus. Maximize savings with cross-menu utilization and dynamic vendor comparisons. Simplifying Hotel Operations: Streamlined vendor management with plug-and-play integration. Supports existing contracts, rebates, and GPOs without manual data entry. James Hansen’s Journey: From hotel manageme

In this episode of No Vacancy Live, Glenn Haussman and Anthony Melchiorri sit down with Donte Johnson and Jason Bass, hoteliers and co-authors of Impact Hospitality, to explore how purpose-driven leadership is revolutionizing the hospitality industry. Dive into this compelling conversation about intentional decision-making, community impact, and the power of aligning values with action. Key Takeaways: How shifts in values over the past five years are shaping hospitality leadership. The unique story of sourcing sustainable toilet paper from a local, minority- and woman-owned business. Building a supplier ecosystem that drives community growth and supports underrepresented groups. Insights into Impact Hospitality, a handbook for balancing profitability and social impact. The role of mentorship and entrepreneurship in fostering vibrant local communities. Strategies for operationalizing social impact in hospitality without compromising quality or consistency. Why Watch? Discover how hospitality can go beyond se

Welcome to part one of our four-part series exploring the exciting transformation of entertainment in hospitality!

Mark Irgang is the Opening General Manager of the Marriott New York JFK and has known Glenn for some time. He's also the newly elexted President of SKAL USA. Yet, somehow he still wants to have drinks and swap industry war stories with Glenn, Craig, Producer Dave and maybe even Dr.Producer Suzanne! Plus, Glenn gets hited as the new coach of the Dallas Cowboys?!

Steve Palmer founded The Indigo Road Hospitality Group five years ago, a restaurant forward hospitality concept. We discuss how that strategy is working for his company as well as his bestselling book “Say Grace: How the restaurant business saved my life.”

I'm chatting with Noha Abdallah, Chief Marketing Officer at Choice Hotels International, about their new ad campaign featuring the hilarious and relatable Keegan-Michael Key. Learn how this marketing campaign is reshaping travel experiences and connecting with guests in meaningful ways. Key Takeaways: Why Keegan-Michael Key? Learn how his incredible relatability and humor (with a 98-100% recognition score!) make him the perfect spokesperson for Choice Hotels. The Vacation Maximizer Campaign: How Choice Hotels is helping travelers maximize their time off with great value, strategic locations, and tailored experiences. Introducing the Time Off Toolbox: Personalized time-off request videos from Keegan. Custom out-of-office replies with Keegan’s humor. Travel tips and tricks to make the most of your vacation. Making Ads Memorable: How this campaign bridges the gap between fun and functionality, creating a lasting impression that inspires bookings. Why Watch? Discover how Choice Hotels’ marketing is breaking throu

The American Hotel and Lodging Association Foundation continues to do work on helping grow leaders within the industry. Anna Blue, President, of AHLA Foundation discusses the great opportunities the AHLA Foundation is providing in 2025.

Dina Belon, President of Staypineapple Hotels Inc. is here to talk about dynamic brand building leveraging the hospitality pineapple symbol. How is the company differentiating itself from the major hotel companies and what are the exciting things happening for them in 2025?

Last month I hosted a cool event (Anthony was a judge) for the Nevada Hotel and Lodging Association during their Tech Conference dubbed the Shark Pool, a hospitality innovation competition. So many great teams but only one could win. Today we have that winner, Rich Sloan of WAVR Technologies, to tell us how atmospheric water harvesting technology could revolutionize places like Las Vegas but transform communities throughout the globe. This is crazy cool!

For the first show of 2025 Glenn in hiding out in Reno as Craig, Dave and Suzanne are relieved to still be home for the post holiday recovery. Tonight we welcome hoteliers and podcasters Greg Fregoso and Tom Groebe.

We're kicking off 2025 with Daniel Lesser of LW Hospitality Advisors who shares his thoughts on the financial state of hospitality and where to make money in 2025.

In the final show of 2024, we welcome industry speaker Ryan Minton. Shame he couldn't figure out how to talk his way out of hanging with Glenn, Craig and Doctor Producer Suzanne.

Anthony & Glenn are here to wrap up 2024. We talk about their favorite moments of the year, highlights of the show, and what to expect in 2025.

In the final ESLA Icons & Experts of the year we’re tackling an issue affecting every extended stay hotelier: Insurance!  I’m joined by ESLA Chair and Founder, Doug Artusio, also CEO of Dellisart Hospitality. We’re joined by Peggy Roberts & Laura Betten of AON – Insurance experts shedding light on market trends and risk management. Key Topics Covered: The rising cost of insurance: What’s driving the increase? Post-COVID underwriting changes affecting extended stay properties. How to build trust and partnerships with insurance providers. The importance of tailored coverage and loss prevention strategies. Navigating state-specific regulations and multi-state challenges. Pro tips for mitigating risks like human trafficking and property liability. Key takeaways include: The Sophistication of Hotel Ownership: Hotel owners face increased complexities in managing franchise contracts, banking requirements, and insurance policies. This necessitates a strategic approach to compliance and coverage. Proactive