Nov 25, 2025
Most hotel companies talk about values. SCP Hotels built their entire model around them.
I spoke with Ken Cruse, Co-Founder of Soul Community Planet (SCP Hotels), about how he’s creating hotels that combine purpose, community, environmental responsibility, and real profitability — without relying on the...
Nov 24, 2025
Human trafficking is one of the darkest issues our industry faces — and the people fighting it deserve more attention.
I spoke with Noel Thomas, CEO of Darkwatch, about how his company uses AI-driven digital intelligence to help hotels identify trafficking risks, flag organized crime, and support safer environments...
Nov 19, 2025
Running a hotel in 2025 requires sharper strategy, a tighter handle on costs, and leaders who can adapt faster than the market shifts. Few people understand that better than Rob Smith, CEO of Stonebridge Companies, who oversees nearly 200 properties nationwide.
On #NoVacancyNews, Rob breaks down how he’s thinking...
Nov 18, 2025
The hotel development story in Europe and the Middle East tells a very different story from the U.S. — especially when it comes to luxury, construction timelines, and where brands see real long-term opportunity.
I connected with Bruce Ford, SVP at Lodging Econometrics, to break down the latest pipeline numbers across...
Nov 17, 2025
Every hotel has a few empty rooms each year — but what if those rooms could help someone build a better life?
I spoke with David Bowman, co-founder of the Bowman Post Foundation, about how his organization is transforming unused hotel inventory into scholarships and educational support for hospitality employees.
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