GAIN Momentum - Lessons from Leaders in Hospitality, Travel, Food Service, & Technology

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Each episode of GAIN Momentum focuses on timeless lessons to help grow and scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology. Whether you’re a veteran industry leader looking for some inspiration to guide the next phase of growth or an aspiring executive looking to fast-track the learning process, this podcast is here with key lessons centered around four questions we ask each guest.

  1. 6d ago

    CRM Secrets and the Power of the Voice Channel | with Scott Buelter

    In this episode, we interview Scott Buelter, CEO and president of Ascent360. Buelter founded Ascent360 in 2013 with a mission to bring enterprise-level customer data platform capabilities to mid-size businesses, and has spent the past decade building it into a leading CDP for hotels and resorts. He draws on data analysis and digital marketing experience spanning Nike, Disney, Royal Caribbean, Loews Hotels, American Express and Samsung, as well as earlier roles at Experian and Merkle, where he drove digital campaign technology for major brands. Buelter holds an MBA from UC Irvine and a BS in economics from the University of San Diego, and has studied at the London School of Economics and the Institute of Education Sciences in Berlin and Vienna. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    CRM Secrets and the Power of the Voice Channel | with Scott Buelter

  2. Aug 20

    Navigating Complex Data Migrations and AI Use Cases | with Carlo Del Mistro

    In this episode, we interview Carlo Del Mistro, founder of Norby and a recently appointed GAIN Advisor. A commercial and technology strategist with over two decades of experience at the intersection of customer proposition and digital performance, Del Mistro began his career at McKinsey before moving to London to build his hospitality expertise at One Fine Stay, Premier Inn, and Ennismore — where he spent six years reporting directly to the founder and helping shape the technology, e-commerce, and loyalty architecture across The Hoxton, Gleneagles, and nearly 200 properties across 20-plus countries. Since leaving Ennismore in early 2026, Del Mistro has focused his advisory practice on the space where AI and digital execution can drive direct revenue growth, loyalty, and commercial performance for hotel operators of all sizes. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    Navigating Complex Data Migrations and AI Use Cases | with Carlo Del Mistro

  3. Aug 6

    The New Era of Revenue Management for Independent Hotels with Chas Scarantino

    In this episode, we interview Chas Scarantino, CEO of RoomPriceGenie. A seasoned technology executive with a track record of building and scaling global SaaS companies, Scarantino has led teams to market across the United States, the United Kingdom, Israel, Japan and Australia, and has founded and scaled his own ventures along the way. He joined RoomPriceGenie as CEO in early 2025 following a $75 million investment from Five Elms Capital — the largest funding round in the company's history — succeeding co-founder Ari Andricopoulos, who moved to Chief Strategy Officer. Under Scarantino's leadership, RoomPriceGenie continues its mission of making dynamic pricing intuitive and accessible for the world's independent hotels, now serving nearly 3,000 hotel clients across 65 countries. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    The New Era of Revenue Management for Independent Hotels with Chas Scarantino

  4. Jul 23

    What Hotel Tech Can Learn from Short-Term Rental Tech | with Pierre-Camille Hamana

    In this episode, we interview Pierre-Camille Hamana, founder and CEO of Hospitable. Hamana launched Hospitable in 2016, building the platform into a full property management suite. With a background in software engineering and business management, Hamana has grown Hospitable into a platform supporting 300,000 listings across 145 countries, processing $5.2 billion in annual reservation revenue and sending over 108 million guest messages per year, while scaling the company to a team of 150 people. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    What Hotel Tech Can Learn from Short-Term Rental Tech | with Pierre-Camille Hamana

  5. Jul 9

    Unlocking Time and Energy with Automated Communications | with David Thompson & Andy Dharmani

    In this episode, we interview David Thompson and Andy Dharmani, co-founders and CEO and CTO respectively of Myma.ai. Thompson brings over 30 years of hands-on hospitality experience, having worked with major hotel brands including Rydges Hotels & Resorts and CPG before pivoting to technology. Dharmani brings a formidable technical pedigree spanning telecommunications, enterprise architecture and payment technology, including a three-year tenure as CEO of a global fintech company. Today, Myma.ai operates across more than 130 countries, helping hoteliers automate guest messaging, drive direct bookings, and unlock operational intelligence from every guest conversation. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    Unlocking Time and Energy with Automated Communications | with David Thompson & Andy Dharmani

  6. Jun 12

    The Borderless Travel Segment and Pivoting to Digital Nomads | with Michael Cohen

    In this episode, we interview Michael Cohen, Managing Partner at GAIN.  ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    The Borderless Travel Segment and Pivoting to Digital Nomads | with Michael Cohen

  7. Jun 4

    Conversational Commerce with an All-In-One Booking Engine | with Adam Deflorian

    In this episode, we interview Adam Deflorian, Founder and CEO of AZDS Interactive Group.   AZDS is a digital agency specializing in luxury hospitality, building websites and marketing systems that drive direct bookings for hotels and resorts. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    Conversational Commerce with an All-In-One Booking Engine | with Adam Deflorian

  8. May 28

    A True Agentic Orchestration Platform for Hotel Operations | with Tim Major

    In this episode, we interview Tim Major, Chief Executive Officer of Operto. Operto is a hospitality tech platform that automates operations like guest messaging, access, and task management for hotels and short-term rentals. It helps property managers streamline workflows, improve guest experiences, and operate more efficiently at scale. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES *************    The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky.    For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/    Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy.    Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast:  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

    A True Agentic Orchestration Platform for Hotel Operations | with Tim Major
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Each episode of GAIN Momentum focuses on timeless lessons to help grow and scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology. Whether you’re a veteran industry leader looking for some inspiration to guide the next phase of growth or an aspiring executive looking to fast-track the learning process, this podcast is here with key lessons centered around four questions we ask each guest.

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  • Creator
    GAIN Advisors
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    111
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    © 2026 GAIN Advisors

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