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In this episode, a seasoned hotel industry veteran with over three decades of experience shares his valuable insights into the evolving hotel landscape. He discusses his background working with top companies like Marriott, Blackstone, and Pebblebrook, and explains how his company, Parkrise Suites, is focusing on two key verticals: franchise royalties and asset acquisitions. With a keen eye on the gap in the hotel market, he highlights the potential of converting and repositioning existing properties to cater to the unaddressed space between extended stay hotels and furnished apartments.

He also dives into the challenges and advantages of focusing on acquisitions over new development, especially in the face of rising construction costs. His expertise in reducing operational costs, such as labor, provides a unique edge in the industry. He shares two key insights for success: curiosity, to stay ahead of market trends, and resilience, as the driving force behind overcoming challenges and learning from failure. This episode offers a deep dive into the hotel industry’s transformation and the mindset needed to thrive.