Hospitality Daily Podcast

Josiah Mackenzie

Stay informed and inspired to delight people and grow your business with daily conversations with interesting people doing interesting things. Hosted by Josiah Mackenzie.

  1. AI Is Not the Threat to Hospitality. Artificial Hospitality Is. (Nathan Woods)

    9H AGO

    AI Is Not the Threat to Hospitality. Artificial Hospitality Is. (Nathan Woods)

    Nathan Woods, founder of Beloved Hospitality, joins the show to share his perspective that the real threat to hospitality is not artificial intelligence—it's artificial hospitality. Drawing from his own work experimenting with AI, Nathan explains why technology does not weaken human connection on its own. The real risk appears when we let systems replace care and attention for our guests. More: See Nathan's post on this on LinkedInRead Nathan's newsletter on thisListen: Cultivating Heartfelt Hospitality - Nathan WoodsListen: From Track and Field to Treehouses: Lessons for Hospitality From Building Businesses In Other Industries - Nathan Woods, Bolt Farm Treehouse A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    11 min
  2. Why Hotels Buy Technology But Still Struggle to Get Results - Mark Fancourt

    1D AGO

    Why Hotels Buy Technology But Still Struggle to Get Results - Mark Fancourt

    In this episode, Josiah Mackenzie speaks with Mark Fancourt, cofounder and principal at TRAVHOTECH, and a former senior leader across global hospitality brands and technology companies.  Their conversation explores what hotel leaders often misunderstand about technology strategy. Mark shares why many hotels invest heavily in new systems but still struggle to translate those investments into operational results. The discussion centers on the foundational role of structured data, organizational discipline, and education in unlocking the real value of technology. Josiah and Mark also examine the excitement around artificial intelligence in hospitality but why AI alone will not solve operational challenges without the right data foundations in place. Along the way, Mark offers a candid perspective on the industry's long-standing technology silos and outlines what a more integrated, platform-driven future could look like for hotel operations. For hotel leaders focused on improving performance, the episode offers practical insight into how better data structure, stronger technology partnerships, and better-trained teams can turn existing tools into a meaningful advantage. A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    33 min
  3. Designing Hospitality Around Human Needs - Lisa Chung

    2D AGO

    Designing Hospitality Around Human Needs - Lisa Chung

    In this episode, Lisa Chung, Design Director at Gensler, shares how hospitality leaders should think about design through the lens of human needs. Drawing on insights from Gensler’s latest design forecast, she explains why great hospitality environments start with understanding how people want to feel, connect, work, and recharge when they enter a space. In the conversation, Lisa discusses how wellness extends far beyond traditional amenities like spas and gyms, how hotels are creating flexible spaces that support both connection and intentional disconnection, and why timeless human behaviors matter more than short-term design trends. For owners, developers, and operators, the episode offers a clear perspective on how thoughtful design decisions shape guest experience and long-term hotel performance. Download the Gensler Design Forecast® 2026 A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    26 min
  4. Leadership Lessons That Work in Any Context - Kristina Munoz

    3D AGO

    Leadership Lessons That Work in Any Context - Kristina Munoz

    Kristina Munoz, Senior Vice President of Operations at Cogir Senior Living, shares the leadership principles that shape strong teams. Drawing on experience across Michelin-recognized hotels, airlines, and senior living, she explains why trust, transparency, and follow-through sit at the center of effective leadership. She shares how leaders build loyalty by showing up for their teams, recognizing success, and stepping in early when someone struggles instead of waiting for failure. Hospitality leaders will gain a clear perspective on earning trust, removing ego from leadership, and building teams that move forward together. A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    8 min
  5. The Leadership Lesson From Housekeeping - Kristina Munoz

    4D AGO

    The Leadership Lesson From Housekeeping - Kristina Munoz

    Kristina Munoz, Senior Vice President of Operations at Cogir Senior Living, and former Vice President of Operations at Palisades Hospitality, shares a leadership lesson from one of the most overlooked departments in hospitality: housekeeping. Drawing on her experience working across many operational roles, she explains why leaders must understand frontline work in order to lead effectively. Kristina also discusses how cultural awareness shapes communication and why intention alone is not enough when leading diverse teams. Hospitality leaders will gain practical insight into building trust, communicating clearly, and leading teams with respect and understanding. Resources: Psicología del Mexicano en el Trabajo — Mauro Rodríguez Estrada A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    10 min
  6. Hospitality in Senior Living: What Each Industry Can Teach the Other - Kristina Munoz

    6D AGO

    Hospitality in Senior Living: What Each Industry Can Teach the Other - Kristina Munoz

    Kristina Munoz, Senior Vice President of Operations at Cogir Senior Living, shares how she's applying hospitality principles to an industry that might be a little unexpected. After nearly years running Michelin-recognized boutique hotel properties, she transitioned to build hospitality training programs for caregivers and partner with outside brands to offer concierge-level services without the overhead. If you've ever wondered where your hospitality skill set has the most untapped value, or what your operations could borrow from a sector built around multi-year guest relationships, this conversation will reframe how you think about both. A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    24 min
  7. AI for Hotels: MIT Lessons, Claude, Vibe Coding and Real Use Cases - Sloan Dean & Josiah Mackenzie

    MAR 6

    AI for Hotels: MIT Lessons, Claude, Vibe Coding and Real Use Cases - Sloan Dean & Josiah Mackenzie

    In this episode, Sloan Dean returns to the show after completing MIT's AI Strategy and Leadership program to share how he's applying AI in his work daily. The conversation covers two practical use cases for hotel GMs: using Claude as an executive assistant for email and communication, and as a financial analyst for P&L benchmarking and cost analysis. Sloan also walks through the power and limitations of "vibe coding" and why the hotel leaders who lean into AI now will be the ones leading in the future. If you want to know where AI delivers real value today and where it still falls short, this is one you won't want to miss. Resources: Watch this conversation (and bonus content) on YouTubeNot Done podcastClaude CodeManus AIGamma A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    28 min
  8. What the Airline Industry Taught Me About Urgency in Hospitality - Kristina Munoz

    MAR 5

    What the Airline Industry Taught Me About Urgency in Hospitality - Kristina Munoz

    In this episode, Kristina Munoz, Senior Vice President of Operations at Cogir Senior Living, shares lessons from an earlier chapter of her career working guest services in the airline industry. She explains how operating in a high-pressure airport environment shaped her mindset around speed, urgency, and decision-making in hospitality. The conversation explores what those lessons mean for hotel operations, hiring people who thrive in fast-changing environments, and building a career in service leadership. A few more resources: If you're new to Hospitality Daily, start here. You can send me a message here with questions, comments, or guest suggestions If you want to get my summary and actionable insights from each episode delivered to your inbox each day, subscribe here for free. Follow Hospitality Daily and join the conversation on YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. If you want to advertise on Hospitality Daily, here are the ways we can work together. If you found this episode interesting or helpful, send it to someone on your team so you can turn the ideas into action and benefit your business and the people you serve! Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands

    12 min
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Stay informed and inspired to delight people and grow your business with daily conversations with interesting people doing interesting things. Hosted by Josiah Mackenzie.

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  • Creator
    Josiah Mackenzie
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1.2K
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    © 2026 Hospitality Daily Podcast
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