Inside Innkeeping

Megan is joined by Mark Jaronski, CEO of Select Registry: Distinguished Inns of North America, to discuss recent updates to the group’s rewards program, a joint lifestyle magazine and guidebook, and other benefits of this exceptional not for profit Inn membership organization.

Megan is joined by Janice Hurley and Tim Wilson to discuss their work at bnbfinder to drive direct bookings for Innkeepers and make the case for B&B stays on a global level.

Dr. Julia Truitt Poynter joins Megan to discuss her work on the ongoing “US Independent Lodging Property Research Study” which seeks to provide current, reliable data to better serve our community of lodging property members, aspiring Innkeepers, and Allied Partners.

Megan sits down with Kris Ullmer and Rob Fulton, co-CEOs of the newly formed Association of Lodging Professionals (ALP), to discuss their goals for the organization and the state of the hospitality industry.

Christian Giannelli and Elizabeth Campbell share tips to maximize your investment in hospitality photography and videography.

Megan discusses the latest trends in eco-friendly, affordable bath products with Amanda Stultz (Sítrónu), Lynda Parham (Loaded Goat Homestead), and Emily Spiers (Live.Simple.Soap).

Steve Short (Founder and CEO of Frictionless Guest App) and Tyann Marcink (short term rental guru and Touch Stay community ambassador) join Megan to discuss apps for sharing practical property information and trusted local experiences with your guests.

Cindy Bachmann (Innkeeper’s Advantage) joins Megan to discuss the latest information on OTAs and tips to maximize your online relationships.

Andrea Bushweiler of the Lakehouse Inn & Winery and Gail Kyle of Interim Innkeepers Network discuss creative ways to staff your property, including J1 Visa students, interns, and professional Inn sitters.

Terry Hammer joins Megan in our latest episode to discuss how to maintain relevance in the ever evolving and competitive hospitality industry. Terry has been an innkeeper for 24 years, growing a 5-room Inn into 20 rooms, a wedding venue, and spa services on two properties that will gross about $3 million in 2019. Terry is a Super Session Speaker at the AIHP Summit in Cincinnati, Ohio, Monday, March 25th – Thursday, March 28th, 2019.