• Skift Ideas

  • By: Skift
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • Welcome to Skift Ideas Podcast, a bi-weekly podcast featuring candid conversations on the innovations and ideas powering the future of travel. Hosted by industry thought leaders Rafat Ali and Colin Nagy, Skift Ideas will immerse listeners in discussions regarding the latest innovations within the industry, focussing on the key topics of design, marketing, sustainability, experience and so much more. In each episode, Rafat and Colin will be joined by travel visionaries, creatives, and pioneers who are steering the travel and hospitality industries into the future, inciting frank, inspiring and thought provoking conversations into the current state of innovation within the industry and what exciting breakthroughs are set to come.
    2024 Skift, Inc. All Rights Reserved
    Show more Show less
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2
Episodes
  • Weaving Cultural Tapestries: The Art of Marketing in Hospitality
    Mar 27 2024
    In this episode of the Skift Ideas Podcast, we are joined by Ashraf Amaani, Vice President, Brand Marketing at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. He currently serves as Vice President, Brand Marketing at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, where he is responsible for driving the global brand marketing agenda and orchestrating the development and implementation of worldwide campaigns and programs to elevate brand visibility and drive revenue. Ashraf is known for his creativity and ability to collaborate with like-minded brands, leading to the cultivation of a vibrant community around the brand. Listen in as we explore how different cultures can shape marketing and experiences for global hospitality brands, and also how to navigate the nuances of a global brand in regional markets. Host: Colin Nagy Guest: Ashraf Amaani Producer: Jose Marmolejos
    Show more Show less
    33 mins
  • Crafting Destinations Through Design
    Feb 21 2024
    In this episode of the Skift Ideas Podcast, Colin sits down with Larry McGuire, Co-Founder and Owner of MML Hospitality. Larry McGuire was born and raised in Austin where his culinary career began at age 16, today, with 23 restaurants, hotels, and retail shops under MML Hospitality, Larry focuses on project development, finance, and operations at MML while co-leading concept and interior design at Lambert McGuire Design. Listen in as Colin's and Larry explore how the design of a space can not only provide an enriching experience for guests, but also for the local community. Host: Colin Nagy Guest: Larry McGuire Producer: Jose Marmolejos
    Show more Show less
    45 mins
  • The Art of Less is More
    Feb 7 2024
    In this episode of the Skift Ideas Podcast, Colin is joined by Michael Fuerstman, Co-Founder of Pendry Hotels & Resorts, where Michael currently oversees the development of the brand and its execution in design, guest experience, programming and new development. Listen in as we explore Michael's approach to delivering hospitality experiences that go beyond conventional expectations. Host: Colin Nagy Guest: Michael Fuerstman Producer: Adam Stacy/Jose Marmolejos
    Show more Show less
    42 mins

What listeners say about Skift Ideas

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.