Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast | Innovations In Travel and Franchising| Episode 64 with Dawn von Graff
🎙️ Welcome to the Bootstrapped Unicorns Podcast! Take a dive into the world of entrepreneurship with host Josh Pies, hippie capitalist and owner of C47 Digital Studios, and join the conversations filled with inspiring stories and actionable tips aimed at making your entrepreneurial journey a successful one. 🎯
🎉 In this exciting episode, join Josh as he dives into an engaging conversation with Dawn Von Graff, the franchise owner of Expedia Cruises in Central Florida. 🌴 Dawn shares her fascinating journey from being a tour director and owning a computer company to her current venture in the travel and tourism industry. 🚀 Discover the ins and outs of the franchise business, the importance of having a travel agent, and the birth of a groundbreaking pet-centric cruise! 🐾 Dawn also offers invaluable tips for business travel and effective branding strategies. Don't miss this jam-packed episode full of insights, anecdotes, and practical advice for entrepreneurs and business professionals alike. 🎧✨
00:00 Introduction to Bootstrapped Unicorns
00:42 Meet Dawn Von Graff: Travel Industry Insights
03:00 Dawn's Journey in the Travel and Tourism Industry
04:07 The Evolution of Travel and Technology
06:04 Franchise Ownership and Business Ethics
10:10 The Importance of Travel Agents
16:27 Cultural Differences in the Travel Industry
25:19 Booking Exclusive Events
25:56 The Value of a Travel Agent
27:56 Handling Mundane Travel
28:56 Airbnb vs. Hotels
33:09 Pet-Friendly Cruises
44:12 Business Travel Tips
47:53 Conclusion and Community Invitation
To connect with Dawn:
Website: https://www.expediacruises.com/en-US/DawnVonGraff/About
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawn-von-graff-expedia-cruises-of-west-orlando-b9a0a11/
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