The Lobby Talk

Camille Jammeron

THE LOBBY TALK | Bold Hospitality. Real stories & bold voices shaping hospitality and travel. Hosted by Camille Jammeron, an international hospitality professional based in Sydney, The Lobby Talk goes beyond job titles to meet the people behind the industry; the leaders, innovators and storytellers shaping its future. Each month, we explore the journeys, pivotal moments, bold ideas and unexpected stories that make hospitality what it is. From leadership and entrepreneurship to guest experience, luxury, tourism and the future of travel, every conversation offers a different perspective on an industry built around people. Every episode follows four chapters: 🎙️ Express Check-in - Quick questions, personal insights and unexpected answers. 🌍 Your Journey - The career paths, turning points and lessons that shaped our guests. 💡 Your Vision - Fresh perspectives on hospitality, tourism and what comes next. 🥂 Anecdotes - The stories, surprises and moments you won’t find on a CV. Because hospitality is about more than hotels. It’s about people, ideas and the experiences that bring us together. Bold Hospitality. Real stories & bold voices. Follow The Lobby Talk and Camille: 📸 Instagram: @thelobbytalk 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillejammeron/ ✍️ Substack: https://substack.com/@camillejammeron 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Deezer.

  1. Oct 7

    [FRENCH] From quitting everything to leading at The Hoxton: Laurie Galloula on resilience, leadership and guest experience

    What does it take to lead with authenticity and create memorable hospitality experiences? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, Laurie Galloula shares her journey through hospitality, leadership and lifestyle hotels, from her international experiences to her role at The Hoxton. We talk about leadership, personal branding, team culture and guest experience, including why Laurie believes “my client is my team” and why kindness and high standards must go hand in hand. Laurie also shares how LinkedIn changed the course of her career after a cancelled job offer left her having to rethink everything. A candid conversation about people, resilience, leadership and the future of hospitality. 📚 Book recommendation: Shoe Dog by Phil Knight, the story of Nike’s founder and the journey behind building one of the world’s most iconic brands. 🎙️ The Lobby Talk - Bold Hospitality. Real stories & bold voices.

    [FRENCH] From quitting everything to leading at The Hoxton: Laurie Galloula on resilience, leadership and guest experience

  2. Season 2 Trailer

    [FIRST LOOK] She had quit everything… then her contract was cancelled | Laurie Galloula

    FRENCH - A first glimpse into the next episode of The Lobby Talk with Laurie Galloula One week before leaving for Bali to start a new chapter, Laurie’s contract was cancelled. She had resigned, left everything behind and suddenly found herself without a job. She decided to turn to LinkedIn, reaching out to CEOs, HR leaders and industry contacts to share her story and ask for help. What happened next changed the course of her career. 🎙️ Full episode out October 7. The Lobby Talk - Bold Hospitality. Real stories & bold voices.

  3. Sep 9

    Turning the microphone around: Camille Jammeron on Hospitality, Career & The Lobby Talk

    What happens when the host becomes the guest? 🎙️ To kick off Season 2 of The Lobby Talk, we’re turning the microphone around. My very first guest, Michelle Moreno, is back — but this time, she’s interviewing me. In this special episode, I share the story behind my career in hospitality, from discovering the industry at 17 and joining Accor to moving from Paris to Sydney and taking some of the biggest risks of my career. We also talk about why I started The Lobby Talk, what I’ve learned from more than 10 conversations with people across hospitality and tourism, and the challenge of putting yourself out there before you feel completely ready. From career decisions and taking opportunities to curiosity, leadership, travel and the future of hospitality and tourism, this is a more personal conversation than usual — and a very special way to start Season 2. Welcome to Season 2 of The Lobby Talk. 🎙️ Hosted by Camille Jammeron Interviewed by Michelle Moreno 🌏 Hospitality • Tourism • Careers • Leadership

    Turning the microphone around: Camille Jammeron on Hospitality, Career & The Lobby Talk

  4. Season 1 Trailer ·  Video

    [FIRST LOOK] Michelle Moreno’s hotel guilty pleasure, dream dinner guest & travel memories

    What makes a hotel stay unforgettable? For Michelle Moreno, it might start with the perfect bathrobe. In this Express Check-In, Michelle shares her favourite hotel ritual, the city that left the biggest impression on her, her first job lessons, and the books and shows she recommends. A short and personal conversation with one of hospitality’s inspiring voices. Listen to the full conversation with Michelle Moreno on The Lobby Talk.

  5. Jul 8

    From New York to Quinta Camarena: Vera & Cam Camarena’s story of building a sustainable boutique hotel

    What happens when you leave behind the fast pace of New York to create a hospitality experience rooted in purpose, sustainability, and connection? n this episode of The Lobby Talk, we sit down with Vera and Cam Camarena, the entrepreneurs behind Quinta Camarena, to explore their inspiring journey from successful careers in New York to creating a meaningful hospitality experience in the Portuguese countryside. From fashion and photography to entrepreneurship and hospitality, Vera and Cam share how they transformed their vision into a sustainable boutique retreat built around authenticity, connection, and a slower way of living. We discuss the challenges of leaving behind corporate careers, the importance of designing experiences with purpose, and what it takes to create a hospitality concept that feels truly personal. During our conversation, Cam also shares some of the books and films that have influenced his hospitality philosophy, including Unreasonable Hospitality, a powerful exploration of creating exceptional guest experiences, and Kiss the Ground, a documentary highlighting the potential of regenerative agriculture and sustainable practices. Discover more about Vera and Cam’s boutique retreat: Quinta Camarena Official Website Recommended inspiration: 📖 Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara 🎬 Kiss the Ground documentary A conversation about reinvention, purpose, sustainability, and the future of authentic hospitality. #Hospitality #BoutiqueHotels #SustainableHospitality #Entrepreneurship #SlowLiving #LuxuryHospitality

    From New York to Quinta Camarena: Vera & Cam Camarena’s story of building a sustainable boutique hotel

  6. Jun 3 ·  Bonus

    From peeling potatoes to Global Chief Development Officer: Camil Yazbeck on hotel development, leadership & the future of hospitality

    From peeling potatoes at 14 to leading global hotel development at Accor what does it really take to build the future of hospitality? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, I speak with Camil Yazbek, Global Chief Development Officer at Accor, about hospitality leadership, hotel development strategy, and the future of the global travel industry. From early operational roles to shaping global expansion strategies, Camil shares how hands-on experience, private equity, and the owner mindset influenced his approach to scaling hotel portfolios worldwide. The conversation explores key trends transforming hospitality today: Global hotel development and investment strategy The rise of adaptive reuse and asset-light growth models Modern hospitality leadership and team empowerment Accor’s vision for responsible hospitality and brand expansion The impact of Gen Z travel behaviour and experience-driven demand How AI in hospitality is reshaping operations while keeping human connection at the core A deep dive into why hospitality growth, travel demand, and hotel investment opportunities remain resilient despite global uncertainty and why the industry is entering one of its most dynamic cycles.

    From peeling potatoes to Global Chief Development Officer: Camil Yazbeck on hotel development, leadership & the future of hospitality

  7. May 6

    From luxury yachting to experience design: Sonja Stojcevski on what makes hospitality truly work

    What does it take to go from service to shaping hospitality experiences? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, I sit down with Sonja Stojcevski, founder of Brand & Spice. From sommelier to luxury yachting to experience design, her journey is driven by one thing: curiosity. They explore why great hospitality isn’t just about aesthetics but about how spaces actually work. From operations to design, Sonia shares why bridging the gap between brand promise and real experience is one of the industry’s biggest challenges today. In this episode: • From service to experience design • Lessons from luxury yachting • Why operations should shape design • The gap between promise and reality • Designing spaces that truly work A sharp, grounded conversation on the future of hospitality. 🔗 Brand & Spice: Instagram | Website #HospitalityDesign #GuestExperience #LuxuryHospitality #TheLobbyTalk

    From luxury yachting to experience design: Sonja Stojcevski on what makes hospitality truly work

  8. Apr 9

    From corporate life to award-winning chef: The art of Ichigo Ichie with Grace Choy

    What if the most defining moment of your career came from the courage to start over? In this episode of The Lobby Talk, I sit down with award-winning chef Grace Choy to explore a journey shaped by reinvention, resilience, and purpose. From a corporate career in Hong Kong to building her own private kitchen, and eventually redefining her craft in Tokyo, Grace’s path challenges the idea of a “linear” success story. We dive into her transition into the culinary world, the realities of starting from scratch, and how she created an intimate, deeply personal dining experience rooted in Cantonese tradition and elevated by Japanese ingredients. At the heart of it all lies a powerful philosophy: Ichigo Ichie — one time, one meeting. A way of living and creating that turns every meal into a moment that can never be repeated. This episode goes beyond food. It’s about courage, self-awareness, and the art of creating meaningful connections through hospitality. 🎧 In this episode: How to successfully reinvent your career The truth about building a business from passion Why intimacy is shaping the future of hospitality The philosophy behind Grace Choy’s culinary approach 🎥 Watch Grace Choy’s documentary: Story of Grace and ChoyChoy | choychoy

    From corporate life to award-winning chef: The art of Ichigo Ichie with Grace Choy
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THE LOBBY TALK | Bold Hospitality. Real stories & bold voices shaping hospitality and travel. Hosted by Camille Jammeron, an international hospitality professional based in Sydney, The Lobby Talk goes beyond job titles to meet the people behind the industry; the leaders, innovators and storytellers shaping its future. Each month, we explore the journeys, pivotal moments, bold ideas and unexpected stories that make hospitality what it is. From leadership and entrepreneurship to guest experience, luxury, tourism and the future of travel, every conversation offers a different perspective on an industry built around people. Every episode follows four chapters: 🎙️ Express Check-in - Quick questions, personal insights and unexpected answers. 🌍 Your Journey - The career paths, turning points and lessons that shaped our guests. 💡 Your Vision - Fresh perspectives on hospitality, tourism and what comes next. 🥂 Anecdotes - The stories, surprises and moments you won’t find on a CV. Because hospitality is about more than hotels. It’s about people, ideas and the experiences that bring us together. Bold Hospitality. Real stories & bold voices. Follow The Lobby Talk and Camille: 📸 Instagram: @thelobbytalk 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/camillejammeron/ ✍️ Substack: https://substack.com/@camillejammeron 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Deezer.

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  • Creator
    Camille Jammeron
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Lobby Talk

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