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This Friday, Teague is joined by David Kong, Founder & Principal of DEI Advisors and former CEO of Best Western. David shares his early days from growing up in Hong Kong, what led him to becoming the longest-running CEO of any major hotel company, and what he’s doing to leave an impact on our industry.

This week, Teague sits down with Stephen Wendell, Founder & CEO of Mountain Shore Properties, for a chat on all things development. From growing up in a hotelier family while pursuing a career in law, Stephen shares how he stumbled into the real estate world, the challenges developers are facing today, and the latest projects that he’s been working on in the boutique space.

Teague takes the main stage at the 35th Hunter Hotel Investment Conference alongside the leaders behind the industry’s most successful private companies. The four panelists share insights into their world and offer a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced in today's economic landscape. 
Featuring Mitch I. Patel, Vision Hospitality Group, Inc.; Al Patel, Baywood Hotels | Hotel Management & Development, James Merkel, Rockbridge; and Greg Friedman, Peachtree Group.

At the 35th Hunter Hotel Investment Conference, Teague takes the stage alongside the nation’s top brokerage firms for a deep dive on the state of the market. Moderated by LW Hospitality Advisors’ Evan Weiss, the four executives provide a comprehensive analysis of the current financial landscape, offering insights into trends, risks, and investment opportunities while forecasting potential market trajectories.

This week, Teague sits down with the one and only Rachel Humphrey, Founder of Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance. While many know Rachel for her incredible impact on the industry, few know her story and what led her to hospitality. After an impressive 20-year career as a trial lawyer, Rachel shares what led her to AAHOA, what she spends her time on today, and what she's looking forward to at the upcoming Hunter Conference.

On this International Women’s Day, Teague sits down with powerhouse Anna Blue, President of the AHLA Foundation. From her upbringing on a hippy commune in Canada to her work on Capitol Hill, where she contributed to one of the most impactful campaigns in presidential history, Anna reflects on the influential individuals who shaped her career, sheds light on the mission of the AHLA Foundation, and provides a glimpse of what attendees can anticipate during the ForWard session at the upcoming Hunter Hotel Investment Conference.