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On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 204
Do you know Ms. Myrna LeVert-Vasquez with Canvas Meetings & Incentives? You should! Tune in and watch as she discusses her journey in the #Hospitality Industry, did she choose it or did it choose her? Her answer is interesting. Also, what advice does she give someone new entering into the Hospitality Industry? What about Canvas Meetings & Incentives? Are you familiar with their unique story? Please tune in and watch and listen, it's definitely #hospitalityunplugged
2023-04-2659 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 205
Did you catch the conversation I had with Ms. #VeronicaRivera of #SanDiegoTourismAuthority?
If you didn't watch it Live you can watch the replay, it's fire!! What is a DMO? What is their role in tourism? How Important is Networking? Just a few things we speak about. #hospitalityunpluggedShow less
2023-04-251h 02On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 204
Do you know Ms. #MyrnaLeVertVasquez with #CanvasMeetingsandIncentives? Tune in and watch as she discusses her journey in the Hospitality Industry, did she choose it or did it choose her? Her answer is interesting. What about Canvas Meetings & Incentives? Are you familiar with their unique story? Please tune in and watch and listen, it's definitely #hospitalityunplugged
2023-04-1925 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 203
My apologies for the mishap but the show goes on!! Today I discuss the Cancellation of E3, what it means for Los Angeles. What about Digital Marketing? What are some of the tools that can be used?
Are you your Best Advocate?? You should be! Which hotels are hiring in LA and it's #AtlasMonroe for #NonMeatEats. As Always it's #hospitalityunplugged
2023-04-0452 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 202
It's the last week of Women's History Week - A special Thank you to the Women of Housekeeping!! #Hotels couldn't do it without you! Who's more important the General Manager or a Housekeeper? Who's the Director of Sales at Travel Santa Ana? Where do I get my #NonMeatEats from? These topics plus conversations I had with colleagues this week. As always it's #HospitalityUnplugged
2023-03-291h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 201
What are #AncientGeoglyphs ? And where are they located? How do you get an IATA number? If you're my sales contact at the Trade Show/Conference, why are you not my sales contact when I send you the RFP? Is it just me or are salaries with the #Hotel Industry going up? These are just a few topics along with some silliness:) It's all #hospitalityunplugged
2023-03-211h 10On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 199Countdown to show 200! Thank you to @LEVELFurnishedLivingLosAngeles for our partnership. Why can't the Hospitality Industry hire people fast enough? Are #hotels room commodities? What is the 3rd Most Stressful Job in the World? It may surprise you. Do you know about the CLIC Conference? The Standard Hotel Downtown Los Angeles has been rebranded, what's the new name? These topics and a few more. #hospitalityunplugged
2023-03-151h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 200OMG! What a show! My guess is Ms. #TinaZesati , Assistant Director of Sales at Los Angeles's #11 hotel in Travel & Leisure, #TheBeverlyGarlandHotel. She shares her career beginning at the Iconic Sportsmen's Lodge Hotel to the #Sofitel in Beverly Hills to another Iconic Hotel, the #BeverlyGarland. We talk about the Good, Bad & Ugly that sometimes exits within our Industry. I couldn't ask for a better guest for my 200th Episode!! #hospitalityunplugged
2023-03-141h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 198What an AWESOME show! Today my guest was #CalvinStovall CEO of #InconicPresentations LLC! What was his 1st job in hotels? Which IVY League University did he receive his Masters Degree from? Which major hotel company was he the Vice President of Brand Marketing? What led to him becoming a Key Note Speaker? And he just finished his 1st book about Black Hotel Ownership from the late 1700's? All of that & a great conversation! But you have to watch. #hospitalityunplugged
2023-03-011h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 197What a great show with Ms. Donna Russo aka D-Ruse! Although Donna is not in the Hotel Industry now, she has forged a path for Sales Managers to follow, especially when it comes to making an impression & putting in the work! Donna is now a host of the Today Show on the Disability Channel as well an actor on the Award Winning Web Series #DonnaOnTheGo which is on Youtube. #hospitalityunplugged
2023-02-221h 02On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 196It's a count down to Show 200! What great questions and comments from the listeners today! Did you know this show is interactive?? I was in #Nashville over the weekend, what were my take aways? What was my "Ah Ha" moment for me to leave working on property and began #RussellofHotels? And should I have done it sooner? These are a few questions that I answered today from a few listeners. Today's show was definitely #hospitalityunplugged
2023-02-151h 18On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 195#RussellofHotels is in Rare Form today! Territory or Market Segments vs. Relationships? Leisure Business limiting Weekend Group (Association) Business? What is the #Bleisure Effect? Limited or Select Service Hotels doing better than Full Service hotels? Why? Tune in and listen it's #hospitalityunplugged Plus it's #BlackHistoryMonth!!
2023-02-081h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 194Do you hire out of Desperation or Hire Smart? #IPEC2023 is over, now what? What are your rights if the airline "Involuntarily" Bumps you from your flight? You're attending an opening reception or a Conference? Sit with people you don't know, you just may learn something! #hospitalityunplugged
2023-02-011h 04On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 193It's a special Friday Edition of #OnAirwithRussellofHotels Live Hospitality Talk Show! Find where I've been and where I stayed. What's the new look of the Business Travel Market & How to find it? What person from the DMO world do I need to apologize to? Why should the title of Director of Sales & Marketing be changed to Director of Marketing & Sales? I'm on a roll today because it's #hospitalityunplugged Questions? Message me!
2023-01-271h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 192It's Show 192 - Why should you keep in touch with colleagues? The importance of making sure hotels are ready for guest with disabilities. Are Hotel Rates decreasing? Why are the Destinations less traveled important? What are some tools that can be used to stay top of mind? As always it's #hospitalityunplugged #travel #Hotels #branding
2023-01-181h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 1912023 is about being Intentional, so What is the #RussellofHotels Rate? What are the little things that make a big difference to your Team or to the Guests? What does it mean to be Present & to have a Presence?? Tune in and find out! #Hospitalityunplugged #Hotels
2023-01-1159 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 190What is the #RussellofHotels Rate and why am I being intentional about it in 2023? #MarriottDesignHotels? What is that and where are they located? AC & Moxy #Hotels coming soon to Downtown Los Angeles? When should a Business take an ''L" ? All of that and my favorite #Vegan restaurant in LA!! #hospitalityunplugged @MarriottHotelsandResorts
2023-01-0354 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 189Airlines are canceling flights? Due to weather? What are a few new Hotel Guest Trends for 2023? When you make a #hotel reservation what is every guest assigned? What are some benefits to a Hotel Company offering the ROH or #RussellofHotels rate? Ever had #vegan #sushi? These are a few things I discuss #onairwithrussellofhotels #hospitalityunplugged
2022-12-281h 02On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 188Why I don't care for AirBNB? What are ROH things we should do moving into 2023? Is the #Bleisure market here to stay? What exactly is it and how do you find it? What Industry is the catalyst for the World getting back to the Business of Meetings? Lots to unpack on today's show.
2022-12-211h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 187It's close to the end of the year! What's something you should update? Who's hiring? Is Beer & Wine Vegan? What are #RussellofHotels 3 P's? What are 3 important things when buying a Hotel? These are a few things I discuss on show 187. #hospitalityunplugged
2022-12-141h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 186Will #Bleisure #Travel be a thing in 2023? If so, what is it, how do you find it & what's the best way to promote your property or Destination? Real ID's not due until 2025? Want to invest in a hotel? All of that and more on Today's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels Hospitality Talk Show! #hospitalityunplugged
2022-12-071h 16On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 185Congratulations to my High School - Palo Verde High School in Blythe, CA for their CIF Football Championship. What's going on in "A Post Pandemic Event Industry?" Hyatt purchased which Hotel Company for how much? Why Social Media is for Story Telling! Who is your Biggest Brand Advocate? Tune in and find! #onairwithrussellofhotels is always #hospitalityunplugged
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2022-11-301h 03On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 184Did you know that 60% of #airbnb users are #millennials & people on average stay longer at an AirBnB than they do at a #Hotel? What should you do if you lack passion for what you do? What equipment do I use to produce my show? These are just a few topics I cover today on show 184. It's #HospitalityUnplugged as usual!! #happythanksgiving !!
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2022-11-231h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 183It's Tuesday, that can only mean one thing! It's time for some #HospitalityUnplugged. What are you doing to keep your Brand relevant? You don't have passion for what you do? Then what? You're a Sales Person in the Hospitality Space, is your goal to synonymous with your #Brand? It should be. What exactly does #russellofhotels do? I just added one more thing, find out what!!
2022-11-161h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 182Vote Vote Vote! Fresh from #DestinationWestArizona today I discuss my experience in @Visit Tucson @Casino Del Sol @Art Institute at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum & @JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, plus Have you ever thought about what it takes to buy a hotel? What about you being the Brand? All this and more on todays Live Hospitality Talk Show! #hospitalityunplugged #hotelsiteselection #nonmeateats
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2022-11-091h 03On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 181My 1st International #IncentiveTrip is complete and my client couldn't be happier! Who do I thank? My hotel & travel partners!! Find out who! Why do #MeetingProfessionals or #HotelSiteSelection agencies have to chase their commissions? Looking for a new hotel gig in LA? Who's hiring? Engagement from the audience? Yes, all that on today's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels it's #HospitalityUnplugged #entrepreneur
2022-10-261h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 180Check out show 180 with my guest, Mr Lonny Wolfe of #TheArtofHousekeeping he gives lots of gems that we as hoteliers should be using 24/7 365 as it relates to our Housekeeping Departments!! Please note video may be a little glitchy but the information Lonny gives is solid!! #Hospitalityunplugged
2022-10-191h 03On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 179IMEX begins today in Vegas! What is #IMEX? Why should #Hotel Sales People start looking for business in their own "Back Yard?" And what does that mean? What are some "Old School" Selling tools that we used, will they work today?? Just a few things that I discuss today, it was #hospitalityunplugged
2022-10-121h 10On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 178Hotels don't need Marketing!! Right?? What are consistent Hotel trends between Europe & the United States? Can you Thank people too much?? What are "Lives" and why do I do them Monday thru Friday? Don't worry, just listen or watch #OnAirwithRussellofHotels and I'll explain. It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-10-051h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 177What does a Hospitality Personality, Content Creating, Hotel Site Selection & Brand Consulting have in common? These are a few things that Russell of Hotels can assist you with and discusses in great detail during the show. Also, did you know that engagement is always encouraged, meaning that I take questions and read comments Live! He is #hospitalityunplugged!!!
2022-09-281h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 176Do you know the power of Social Media? Who are you reaching? Who may want to Collaborate?? Today I shared a story about how your Content Creating is not for you! What are the 3 Keys to being successful on your "Lives" 1. Be Consistent 2. Add Value for your Audience 3. Be You! Have you ever heard of a Vegan Hotel? There is one in Tamarindo Costa Rica! Why shouldn't you sleep on #Chickpeas? #hospitalityunplugged
2022-09-211h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 175It's International Housekeeping Week! September 11-17. Make sure we Acknowledge, Appreciate & Celebrate our Housekeeping Departments! Today I'm streaming to 2 platforms at the same time! Guess which 2? #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-09-1451 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 174Today I share my clients experience with a hotel. I will always discuss the good the bad & the ugly of hospitality, tune in today and find out which one will be discussed. Thank you to Chef Tasha Jackson for inviting me on her new Podcast - Hospitality Hacks Pro last week & thank you to Craig Sullivan & Glenn Haussman for inviting me to this weeks Friday Night Audit!! Who hiring in the LA Hotel market? And what's the quote for the week? #hospitalityunplugged
2022-09-071h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotel - Show 173Do you know the options for Booking Direct? Do you know the difference between Advanced Purchase & a Flexible rate? Are you up on the latest #Hotel Scams? Listen to #onairwithrussellofhotels to find out. What about my review of Kevin Harts restaurant, the Hart House? #nonmeateats. Lots of good stuff! #hospitalityunplugged
2022-08-311h 12On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 172Do people know when you're being fake? What are the 3 Keys for more Social Media Engagement? What tools can you use to achieve more Engagement? If you wanted to buy or invest in a hotel, what book would you buy? These are just a few things Russell of Hotels Shares in today's show. #hospitalityunplugged
2022-08-241h 10On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotel - Show 171Wow! What a great show discussing how Chef/Author Tasha Jackson got into the Culinary Arts & how she's teaching the next generation of restaurant professionals at the High School level. She discusses her book, "Above Average Service" and the motivation for writing the book. She also gives #Kevinhart some advice on his new Vegan Restaurant which will open in Los Angeles August 25th. As usual the show was #hospitalityunplugged
2022-08-171h 23On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels Live from Detroit - Show 170This is a special Episode of #OnAirwithRussellofHotels. Today I discuss my time in Detroit & attending the #ConnectMeetings Tradeshow & Conference. Who are some of the people I shout out and why? Tune in and find out. It was great to Connect & Re-Connect in person. Russell of Hotels was just glad to be a part of it! #hospitalityunplugged #hotels #tourism #meetings #nonmeateats
2022-08-121h 08On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 169As a Brand, who is your best Advocate? I was asked how to retain employees, my answer? It's not always about money!! Housekeepers and 3,500 square feet in Los Angeles? WTH?? Is there a shortage of sales people in hotels? Just a few topics I discuss on show 169.
2022-07-271h 16On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 168Fresh off a Family Reunion Weekend, I'm here to discuss the Good Bad & Ugly! Why are the same jobs being reposted on Hcareers & Indeed? LA County going back to Mask Mandates? What are the Hotel Housekeeping Protocols where you are staying? Today, I share a few Quotes by #RussellofHotels, what do they mean? Listen or Watch and find out! It’s #hospitalityunplugged
2022-07-201h 15On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - My Guest is Junior Tauvaa - Show 167What is a #DestinationMarketingOrganization (DMO)? And what is their role?? Today my guest is Mr. #JuniorTauvaa, Chief Sales Officer with #VisitAnaheim and he explains how they work and how selling has changed since covid. Did Junior choose Hospitality or did Hospitality choose him? How he arrived into the Industry may surprise you. What about the Industry as a whole? Is group business almost back to Pre-Pandemic levels? What's new in Anaheim & and the impact One Mouse can have on an Industry? This show was definitely #HospitalityUnplugged!
2022-07-1258 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 166What major decision in the last month may affect meeting locations in the future? Traveling for the Summer? Will there still be Delays or Cancellations? Why is it important to be your best Brand Advocate? Please Watch or Listen to and find out. As always, it’s #HospitalityUnplugged
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On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 165What are #Hotels missing? What do today's #Hospitality Leaders need to be more effective? How can we improve Engagement? #ChristopherHodges is the author of #NobleAutomationNow and works with executives, and their HR partners to succeed with high ROI intelligent automation & transformation projects across industries including Meetings, Hotels & Travel. Watch or Listen but make sure you’re taking notes, lots of great info that can be used now!
2022-06-291h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 164To clean my room or not to clean my room, that is the question!! What does that mean? Check out #onairwithrussellofhotels and find out. It may just surprise you! What about life as an Entrepreneurial Hotel Site Selection Specialist? What are some of the things we experience? It's definitely #hospitalityunplugged
2022-06-221h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 163What's it like to be a Hotel Sales Manager Post Covid? What's a typical day for a sales manager? How was Rona able to stay in touch with her clients during the pandemic? Which markets are Rona responsible for? What are the Vitals for her Hotel, #DoubletreebyHiltonGolfResortPalmSprings Lots of great info, gems & nuggets from Ms #RonaHill. She has a passion for what she does & The show is definitely #hospitalityunplugged
2022-06-151h 03On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 161I had an Awesome time on show 161 with Ms. #NicoleHankton, Director of Sales & Marketing at #VisitWalnutCreek CVB. Why should you use a CVB? What is a CVB? How can a CVB help you plan that next event or weekend getaway? And what the heck is #GoCalipolitan? Have you ever had 20, 6 minutes appointments with no break? WTH? Nicole talks about her last trade show experience, definitely a must watch and listen. #hospitalityunplugged
2022-06-0157 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 160It's show 160 of "On Air with Russell of Hotels." What term did the CEO of the Top Hotel company refer to as an Emerging Market Segment. It's one that I always mentioned on my show!! Have you checked your LinkedIn SSI Score lately? What do the numbers mean? What are 3 Tips for buying a hotel?
2022-05-251h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 159Today I welcome Ms. Paula Carreirao to the show to discuss AskSuite Hotel ChatBot. What is a Chatbot? How can it help hotels with increasing reservations? What about assisting potentially guests with those Frequently Ask Questions? Do you represent a hotel and you're interested in increasing your revenue making potential? Then check out this episode of "On Air with Russell of Hotels." Plus we have fun & it's always interactive! #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-05-181h 10On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 158Sending My condolences & prayers to the Family of Ray Bennett, President of Marriott Franchise Division. Which Tourism Market Segment is worth over $14.6 Billion? What won't 36% of Guests tell you, and how can you reach them? Sending What are 3 Tips to buying a Hotel? Watch or Listen to show 158 and find out. #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-05-111h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 157Did you know that 84% of Business Travelers will travel to a Conference, Trade Show or Convention in the next 6 months? Want to know the reason? Who is your Biggest Brand Advocate? What are Non Meat Eats? What could you do to keep your Brand relevant? Listen/watch On Air with Russell of Hotels and find out.
2022-05-041h 14On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 156Why can't we go back to 2019? Did you know your Email Marketing Campaigns may be flawed! I have 70 Million reasons why it may be true. What's the main reason people attend conferences & is that enough for companies to begin traveling for group meetings again. You ever had Vegan Sushi? Listen to my Non Meat Eats. It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-04-201h 11On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 155Do you know who your Biggest "Brand" Advocate should be? Today Ms. #MichelleCarlen of Alignment Advising joins me today to discuss Leadership, Customer Service, Job Search & Who her biggest Advocate is! What are her feelings on when or if the Meetings /Tourism Industry will return. Please tune in and check it out. #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-04-131h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 154On last weeks show I asked what was the Green Book? Today I answer the question and explain its significance. As a Hotel General Manager, why is it important for you to have someone with "Fresh Eyes" come and tour your hotel? Why should you follow Lonny Wolfe on LinkedIn if you are a hotelier? I was a guest on another Hotel Podcast, which show? These are just a few topics I discuss, plus as always I interact with viewers on the Live Chat! Why? Because the show is #HospitalityUnplugged!!
2022-04-061h 19On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 153Why did I leave LinkedIn for YouTube? What is the Green Book and what is its significance? What is the AMEK Group? Which hotels are hiring in the Greater Los Angeles area? What are #NonMeatEats? And why is engagement on social media important ? These are a few subjects I discuss on today's show!
2022-03-301h 10On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 152What are the latest ADR, Occupancy & RevPar numbers from #CBRE? And how do they compare to 2019? Why are your videos on LinkedIn lacking engagement? Who did #ChooseChicago hire as their new President & CEO and why is it significant? These are just a few things I cover #OnAirwithRussellofHotels #Podcast #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-03-221h 11On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 151Why is #MarchMadness important this year? Which Resort is offering a Russell of Hotels rate? Why are CVB's or DMO's inporatnt for group business? And is there a cost to use them? These are just a few subjects I discuss #OnAirwithRussellofHotels its show 151 and it's #hospitalityunplugged
2022-03-161h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 150Join me today as I welcome Brandon Gerson & Paul Cohen who represent the #AquaOceanfrontResort in #Nicaragua. How did they get involved with this project? Did they choose Hospitality or did Hospitality choose them? They welcome Corporate Buyouts, Bleisure Travel & they're Family friendly. Did I say they are offering a Russell of Hotels Rate? Yes use Code RH10 when making a reservation. #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-03-0953 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 149Live from #ConradResortsworldLasVegas - What do Travelers want from Hotels? What happens if labor shortages continue? Is AirBNB a threat to hotels? Tune in and hear what #RussellofHotels has to say #OnAirwithRussellofHotels it's #hospitalityunplugged #ipec22
2022-03-061h 09On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 148Why & how does #SocialMedia even the marketing playing field? LinkedIn SSI? What does it mean? How can you determine which music is Trending for Instagram Reels and why is it important? Just a few things I discuss on today's show. It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-02-231h 00On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 147What a great show and great insight from my guest Ms. #StephanieCoradin, MBA Founder of DEMBO Inc. What is missing in today's Leadership? Why are people leaving jobs in Hospital and not coming back? What is Emotional Leadership? What's your Company Culture? How do you begin a Company Culture? These are just a few questions we discuss on today's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels show. It is #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-02-161h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 146#SuperBowl is this week! Are hotels still available? And what is the average rate? When & What is the #TasteofInglewood? Who's hiring & why is important to know which company manages the hotel? #LinkedIn SSI number, what's that? Just a few things we discuss on todays show. And of course plenty of interaction!! That what makes it #HospitalityUnplugged!
2022-02-081h 07On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 144What National Day is today? Who's changing the game and the look of Hotel Ownership? What are the 3 things a hotel General Manager should ask their Director of Sales & Marketing? Chipotle has a plantbased chorizo? What is it made of and is it good? Check out todays show and find out! It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-01-261h 15On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 143On today's show, what are some Hospitality Trends for 2022? How do you increase your #SocialMedia engagement? Did you know Chipotle has Plantbased Chorizo? #LinkedIn's 4 Categories you need to improve to get noticed. It's #onairwithrussellofhotels and it's #hospitalityunplugged
2022-01-191h 11On Air with Russell of HotelsSpecial Edition Podcast - Russell of Hotels on the "Don't Look Under the Bed" Podcast with Robin & NikkiI had a blast with Robin & Nikki on their podcast "Don't Look Under the Bed." it's not often I get a chance to talk about my start in Hotels and what drives me to assist hotels or that my goal is to be the brand that helps your brand get noticed! Check it out and see what motivates and drives me to assist hoteliers. Some of the things we discuss might even surprise you! Definitely #HospitalityUplugged.
2022-01-1748 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 142Great interaction on todays #OnAirwithRussellofHotels Hospitality show! Who's changing the game on Hotel Ownership? What are 375 Courtyard by Marriott's doing? When will Business Travel return? Smart Meetings hosting a 1 Day Experience in SoCal? When and where is it? These are just a few topics we cover on todays show! It's #HospitalityUnplugged!
2022-01-121h 19On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 141It's the New Year 2022! What does Be Intentional, Be me & Be Represented mean? Was hotel occupancy higher than 2019 during the 2021 holiday's? Who's hiring & Where can you get #Nonmeateats Chinese food in Phoenix? Just a few things we cover not to mention the awesome interaction I receive during the show. It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2022-01-051h 10On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 140Wow! What a great show and what a Powerhouse of Knowledge, Wisdom & Passion for the Hospitality Industry! Ms. #ZanaUsher of #ZanaDevineHospitality showed me why her Training of Restaurant & Hotel staff results in generating Higher Revenue for her clients! A must see and hear! #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-12-291h 00On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 139Today I'm on with #AmaniRoberts he's a DJ, Author, University Professor, President of MPI Southern California Chapter, Podcast & Game Show Host and he gave me an exclusive, so you have to watch. Amani is definitely the hardest working man in Hospitality. It's show 139 and it's full of information. #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-12-2259 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 138Today's show I share my experience attending the Connect California Conference. A Shout-Out to 13 people? Who are they and why? Are CVB's a free Resource? How many Airports are within 45 miles of Los Angeles? A few Travel Tips from Russell of Hotels will tell you! Just a few topics I cover today. It’s #hospitalityunplugged
2021-12-151h 00On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 137Are #hotels still cleaning like they were 6 months ago? Who just purchased two hotels last week? Clue, she's only 34 and a Hotel Diva. What's your #LinkedIn SSI Score? Traveling during the Holiday's? I have a few Tips! These are just a few topics I discuss #OnAirwithRussellofHotels. #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-12-081h 08On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 136Are we keeping "Housekeeping Sexy" in our #hotels? What does that mean? What two people from a CVB received a "Shout Out" today and why? I'll be at the Connect Southwest Conference, will you be there? What is Connect? Tune in and find out! This show is always #HospitalityUnplugged Show 136.
2021-12-011h 08On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 135It's show 135, why are Panic Buttons a big thing for #hotels? Did you hear about the latest article in #SmartMeetings magazine? Which hospitality professional just published a 2nd edition to their 1st book? Re-Purposing Content? What's that? Just a few topics I discuss. #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-11-241h 00On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 134Which hotel overlooks the Marina in my background? What are some comments from #IMEX? Which #Hospitality Professional has a new book out called #HospitalityfromWithin? After attending an event at #SofiStadium which restaurant should you check out? Russell is definitely #HospitalityUnplugged today!!!
2021-11-171h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 133What is #IMEX? Are you attending? Which CVB is the Best in the Far West? Who's Hiring? UCLA? Los Angeles mandates Proof of Vaccine before entering restaurants, WTH? When is Marketing about you? Ever seen behind the scenes of On Air with Russell of Hotels? These are just a few topics today. It's Show 133 and it's #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-11-101h 06On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 132What are the experts saying about Business Travel returning to hotels? So you have a new job at a new hotel? What's the best way to communicate it to the world?? Which hotels are searching for Directors? What is #HoneyBeeBurger? Listen or watch #OnairwithRussellofHotels and find out. It's #HospitalityUnplugged Show 132!
2021-11-031h 11On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 131On Today's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels, Russell discusses how to find employees and keep them! Hollywood's newest Hotel? Who's hiring in the LA area? The best Falafel in town? Are Elevator pitches a thing of the past? Check it out, so much to unpack. #NonMeatEats #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-10-271h 03On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 130It's Show 130! Do you know the "power of social media?" Do you need a reason to book direct? Who's hiring in SoCal? What is a Brand within a Brand? These will all be answered and discussed, Just watch and I'll let you know! #onairwithrussellofhotels is always #hospitalityunplugged #Hotels
2021-10-201h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 129Check out todays show as I discuss a few new Hotel trends, Did you know that Instagram changed their Algorithm to 3-5 Hashtags and what that means when you post content? What's the difference between Branding & Selling? And when is Marketing about you? These are just a few things we discuss on today's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels. It will be #HospitalityUnplugged.
2021-10-131h 04On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 128 - Special Show with Jonathan Thompson - Traveling during CovidPlease check out this Special Podcast #128 as I speak with Jonathan Thompson who has been traveling the World during Covid. He has unique experiences as he's an avid Scuba Diver, he seeks out churches for spiritual experiences, the older the better and actually learned how to play tennis in of all places Rwanda. His experiences are definitely #HospitalityUnplugged!!
2021-10-111h 05On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 127Is the Delta Variant having an affect on #Travel? As a Director of Marketing, If you knew there was a Market Segment who spent over $113 Billion in Travel what would you do? Question, is a Hotel or Resort still a 4 or 5 Diamond property without the services? Have you heard of the Algorithm changes with Instagram? These are just a few topics I discuss on todays show. It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-10-0551 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 126How are #hotels in LA County recovering? Are hotels still experiencing labor shortages? Which Domestic Travelers are responsible for over $113 Billion of #Leisure Travel in 2019? And what should hotels do about it?? And what about D.Y.C.H or D.H.C.Y? What the heck is that? Is a 4 or 5 Diamond Hotel or Resort still a 4 or 5 Diamond Hotel or Resort without the services? just asking. Tune in and find out, it's #HospitalityUnplugged!!
2021-09-2959 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 125It's Show 125 of #OnAirwithRussellofHotels and Russell is on a #SocialMedia roll! What is re-purposing your content? Which #hotels posted content during #InternationalHousekeepingWeek? How does it enhance their Brand? What about the "Power of Content?" You can reach people you didn't know you were reaching! Just a few things that are discussed on today's show. #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-09-221h 01On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 124 - Bruce JordanJoin me today for the latest #OnAirwithRussellofHotels Hospitality Talk show! Today's guest is Mr. Bruce Jordan, Managing Partner for #HotelGuestManagement. Bruce discusses how he went from his 1st job at a Howard Johnson's to a highly sought after consultant. Bruce is know for turning under performing hotels into profit centers for owners. Known as the MJ of Hotels, Bruce drops lots of timely information that's can and should be used today! It's definitely #hospitalityunplugged It's show 124.
2021-09-151h 17On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 123What is #influencerMarketing
and is it important to all hotels? Which hotel in The LAX area is doing a great job at Branding? Why people do #TikTok videos?? Check it out, you just may learn something new! It’s all on Show 123. It’s #hospitalityunplugged
2021-09-081h 00On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 122It's show 122! Which hotel & CVB are doing a "killing it" with their Social Media Content Creating? Who just retired from a long career in Hotel Sales? Now that we know what a Calipolitan is, what is in it? Is it business as usual for meetings in NYC? Listen and find out! It's #HospitaliyUnplugged
2021-09-0143 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsSpecial Edition with Russell of Hotels & Cheryl RogersI’m on with Cheryl Rogers of All About the Experiences. We have an open candid conversation about her meeting experiences in NYC and Tampa. #hotels It’s #hospitalityunplugged #meetingprofs. This was a live conversation in Tampa, FL fresh from NYC!
2021-08-3032 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 121Join me as I welcome my guest, #NicoleHankton Director of Sales & Marketing for #VisitWalnutCreek CVB to #onairwithrussellofhotels, she’s done an amazing job with the marketing and promoting of her destination. And what exactly is Calipolitan? Tune in and check out this spirted interview. It's #HospitalityUnplugged #hotels #travel #destination #tourism
2021-08-251h 25On Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 120I’m Back from Atlanta! Issues during your Hotel stay? When should you let Hotel staff know? Business Travel, is it back? Which hotel used the power of Content this week? Tune in, lots to talk about! I'm a Disrupter of the Status Quo and the show is #Hospitalityunplugged #Hotels #Travel
2021-08-1853 minOn Air with Russell of Hotels"On Air with Russell of Hotels" Show 119I'm back from #CostaRica and ready for a lively. Please join me for show #119 as I speak of #IG and being released from IG Jail? What would you do if your main #SocialMedia platform was taken away from you for 2 weeks? Are you familiar with the #RodecasterPro? Tune in and find out:) #Puravida & #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-08-1138 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsRussell of Hotels Show #118 - Live from Playa del Coco - Costa RicaLive from #PlayadelCoco #CostaRica Live from Playa del What happens when Instagram or another social media platform suspends your account? Did you know that Costa Rica is one of 11 best worldwide destinations for Eco Tourism? Find out more stuff on Show 118 of #onairwithrussellofhotels I’m definitely #hospitalityunplugged
2021-08-0946 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 114Check out todays Show Topics: Cost of Meetings going up? New hotels in LA for 2021! Over 40 Vegan Joints in Greater LA? Live Stream Best Practices? Diversity in your Content Marketing? Those are just a few topics #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-07-1443 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 113Is Fomo a thing of the Past? Are we putting out good content? Have you ever been sent a Video Message? And why I think it's a great tool to get noticed! Who’s Hiring? Are hotels owned by the sign on the building?? These and other topics today #Hospitalityunplugged
2021-06-2435 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 111Check out today's show with my guest, #MiretPadovani. We discussed all things #hospitality marketing to include insights on #Clubhouse, your brand and how Fomo is a thing of the past!! And of course a little fun too. It’s #HospitalityUnplugged. Did I mentioned she's in #Switzerland? Thank you again Miret for your time, knowledge and dedication to our industry!!
2021-06-2159 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 110Which Major City is eliminating Hotel Occupancy Tax to boost Tourism? What is more important Email Marketing or Content creating on Social Media? Another new build in DTLA? Which Brand? Which Resort is being highlighted today? These and more topics today and every Tuesday at 1pm PST. It’s #HospitalityUnplugged www.russellofhotels.com
2021-06-0354 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 109Which Major City is eliminating #Hotel Occupancy Tax to boost #Tourism? What is more important Email Marketing or Content creating on Social Media? Another new build in DTLA? Which Brand? Which Resort is being highlighted on Show? These and more topics today at 1pm PST. It’s #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-06-0251 minOn Air with Russell of Hotels"On Air with Russell of Hotels" Show #108Seriously, when will hotels recover? Which hotels are not having a hard time finding employees? Will there be enough group business for everyone? Join me today for those topics and more! It’s #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-05-1953 minOn Air with Russell of Hotels"On Air with Russell of Hotels" Show #107On this show learn who was nominated for a 2021 Award. How to increase engagement on Social Media? Should #hotels and DMC's do their own #podcasts? Which of my favorite hotels is looking for a GM? What is Hotel Site Selection? These and other topics on #OnAirwithRussellofHotels #Hospitalityunplugged
2021-05-1954 minOn Air with Russell of Hotels“On Air with Russell of Hotels” Show 106Check out today's #HospitalityUnplugged! What is the 2021 Hospitality Power Index & who’s on it? Do you suffer from Social Media Failure? Looking for a job? I have just the thing to get you noticed! Ever thought of owning a #hotel? It's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels! #Hotels #Travel #Marketing #DigitalMarketing #HotelSiteSelection #Resource
2021-05-0548 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 105Looking for new associates? Is your Marketing Department assisting you? Should we tell our hotel guests that we have “temporary modified our operations?” Should sales re-think their Market Segments? Just a few topics you don’t want to miss on Today's #OnAirwithRussellofHotels Hospitality Talk show! It's #HospitalityUnplugged
2021-04-2855 minOn Air with Russell of HotelsOn Air with Russell of Hotels - Show 104Check out Show 104 Interview with my guest Mr. Jack Wardale @elationcreative an international digital creation company. We will discuss the importance of good Digital content and where #hotels, #airbnbhost & #travel destinations may be missing out. www.russellofhotels.com
2021-04-221h 00On Air with Russell of HotelsRussell of Hotels Show #103Are hotels & restaurants ready for the rush? I recommended a hotel in Vegas how was their stay? Who’s hiring? What is #CenaVegan? Are we sending out the right message to our potential guests? Just a few items I will have fun with #OnAirwithRussellofHotels it’s #Hospitalityunplugged
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