Sustainable Hospitality Podcast

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Welcome to THE Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, your destination for practical and profitable sustainability solutions.  We speak to hospitality professionals with success stories, sustainability professionals with proven case studies, and many other experts to empower you to start your sustainability journey today.  The business case for sustainable hospitality and tourism is strong and the demand is here!  Join Kathy Sue McGuire and Amy Wald on this exciting and meaningful journey! 

As sustainable hospitality consultants, Kathy and Amy invite you to reach out to discuss your sustainability goals at  https://www.sustainablehospitalitypodcast.com/ 


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Leveraging Data with Toni Stoeckl CMO of 1 Hotels

May 16 2024 48 mins  
In this captivating episode of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, host Amy Wald sits down with Tony Stoeckl, the visionary Chief Marketing Officer of 1 Hotels, to uncover the secrets behind crafting an unforgettable, eco-friendly luxury experience and targeted marketing efforts.Tony shares his journey from disruptive brands like W Hotels to his current role at 1 Hotels, where sus

Rethinking Waste With Marc Zornes CEO Co-Founder of Winnow

May 03 2024 48 mins  
Tune in to this episode where we talk to Mark Zornes, the founder of Winnow Technologies. Marc discusses the mission of Winnow, which is to help chefs reduce food waste and save money. Marc explained that a third of all food around the world is wasted, resulting in economic loss and environmental damage. Winnow uses artificial intelligence and computer vision in order to: · track

The Sustainability Genie: Granting Eco-Friendly Wishes in Hospitality with Milena S. Nikolova, CEO and Co-Founder, Behavior Smart

Apr 21 2024 57 mins  
In this episode of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, host Amy Wald interviews Milena S. Nikolova, founder of Behavior Smart. Milena explains how her company uses insights from human psychology and behavior to help tourism and hospitality businesses achieve their sustainability goals in a way that enhances rather than sacrifices guest satisfaction.Some key points:·By understandi

Standardizing Sustainability: How the AHLA-Green Key Global Partnership is Transforming Hotels

Apr 12 2024 26 mins  
In this episode at the Ohio Hospitality Show Amy Wald sits down Kevin Carey to discuss the groundbreaking partnership between the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Green Key Global, a leading hospitality eco-certification program. As the demand for sustainable travel grows, this collaboration marks a significant milestone in the industry's efforts to promote stand

Helping to Create a Regenerative Tourism Model for Sri Lanka | Chalana Perera

Apr 04 2024 59 mins  
Take a captivating journey to the heart of sustainable hospitality in Sri Lanka with Chalana Perera, the trailblazing founder of Retrace Hospitality. In this eye-opening episode, Chalana Perera shares his unique path from commercial real estate to championing regenerative tourism practices that prioritize both people and the planet. Discover the challenges and opportunities facing

Caribbean Journal's Hotelier of the Year | Greg Nassief

Mar 29 2024 49 mins  
Hear about Gregor’s visionary journey to creating Secret Bay, the first sustainable luxury resort in Dominica. Gregor talks about their affiliation with Relais & Chateaux and how they have helped provide a guide for their sustainability roadmap. We discuss what makes the people of Dominica so resilient and warm and Gregor’s belief that the future of tourism should focus les

Diving into the Wild Wonders of the Seychelles | Elias Pertoft

Mar 22 2024 46 mins  
In this episode of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, host Amy Wald interviews Elias Pertoft, the General Manager of the Waldorf Astoria in the Seychelles. Elias shares his journey from being a dive instructor in Thailand to managing some of the world's most luxurious resorts. He discusses the unique sustainability practices at the Waldorf Astoria Seychelles, including being 95%

Carving Out a Career Path in Hospitality | Glenn Haussman

Mar 15 2024 40 mins  
In this episode of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast, host Amy Wald interviews Glenn Haussman, a well-known advocate, commentator, educator, and hospitality strategic advisor. Glenn shares his journey from print journalism to podcasting, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and curiosity in his work. He discusses the evolution of his podcast, No Vacancy, and the shift towar

Life Changing African Safaris | Liesel van Zyl

Mar 06 2024 51 mins  
In this episode of the Sustainable Hospitality podcast, host Amy Wald interviews Liesel van Zyl from Go2Africa, a safari company based in Cape Town, South Africa. Liesel shares her journey into the world of safaris and conservation in Africa, and howGo2Africa is making a difference by conducting safaris with a conservation mindset. She explains that the company aims to educate trav

How to Get Travel Right | Costas Christ, Godfather of Ecotourism

Feb 27 2024 59 mins  
Are you ready to be inspired? Tune in to hear Costas Christ talk about his 30-year journey of pioneering and developing the concept of Eco-tourism and sparked a global movement to transform the tourism industry which ultimately led to the idea of sustainable tourism. From a nature kid and a dream of being a park ranger to one of the most influential voices on sustainable tourism yo