Can luxury and sustainable hospitality truly coexist—and even drive profitability?

Step into Casa di Langa in Piedmont, Italy, for a masterclass in sustainable luxury hotels, storytelling, and community impact.

In this episode, we explore how a Beyond Green property brings regenerative design, local heritage, and guest delight together—without compromise.

This Conscious Check-in takes you to northern Italy for a behind-the-scenes look at Casa di Langa, a Beyond Green boutique property redefining sustainable hospitality in the Piedmont region. Host Amy Wald is joined by General Manager Eva Codina and Krause Group Director of Sustainability, Jessica Hinman, to unpack how shared value, ESG strategy, and community-first design show up in real operations—from curated local minibars to biodiverse landscaping and white truffle experiences. You’ll learn how Casa di Langa combines regenerative practices with quiet luxury, why integrity is a non-negotiable across the Krause Group portfolio, and how hospitality leaders can start (and scale) sustainability in authentic, profitable ways.

Whether you’re a conscious traveler or a hotel executive, this episode offers practical inspiration on guest experience innovation, sustainable luxury, and building a brand that travelers love—and remember.

Timestamps / Episode Breakdown

• 00:00 – 00:01:10: Welcome to The Conscious Check-in: sustainable hospitality meets unforgettable travel and conservation storytelling.
• 00:01:10 – 00:04:07: Destination spotlight: Casa di Langa in Piedmont, Italy—heritage, hospitality, and sustainability with Beyond Green.
• 00:01:33 – 00:04:07: Minibar done right: curated local products, Alta Langa sparkling from Enrico Serafino, and place-based guest amenities.
• 00:05:05 – 00:08:19: Why Beyond Green? How Casa di Langa aligned with Preferred Hotels & Resorts and built sustainability into the DNA from day one.
• 00:06:59 – 00:11:39: Kraus Group’s philosophy: businesses as a force for good, shared value, and aligning to the UN SDGs.
• 00:12:26 – 00:15:32: Opening a hotel during a pandemic: hiring locally, building culture, and retention through purpose.
• 00:16:23 – 00:18:02: Stewardship over ownership: preserving heritage across brands and regions without “Americanizing” local identity.
• 00:18:54 – 00:22:06: Leadership, values, and animal energy: the horse (Eva) and the octopus (Jessica)—adaptability, EQ, and empowering teams.
• 00:23:22 – 00:26:23: Designing soulful service: warmth, spontaneity, and guest touchpoints that feel human (not “penguin” formal).
• 00:27:23 – 00:32:01: ESG that works: integrity as a non-negotiable, public CSR reporting, and proof beyond checklists.
• 00:32:28 – 00:34:16: Storytelling and sense of place: how conscious travelers recognize authenticity—and return for it.
• 00:34:16 – 00:41:29: What guests feel: slow travel, biodiversity in the landscape, cuisine rooted in terroir, and deep belonging.
• 00:42:00 – 00:44:23: Truffle capital: Alba’s white truffle season, responsible truffle-hunting with trained dogs, and cultural heritage.
• 00:44:50 – 00:46:07: Closing reflections: why sustainability in hospitality matters—and why quality means caring for people.

About our Guests

Eva Codina, General Manager, Casa di Langa (Beyond Green). A veteran luxury hotelier, Eva leads with warmth, empowerment, and precision—shaping a guest experience that’s both elevated and deeply human.

Jessica Hinman, Director of Sustainability, Krause Group. Jessica guides ESG and CSR strategy across a multi-brand luxury portfolio—operationalizing shared value, transparency, and regenerative practices.

Learn more about Casa di Langa: https://www.casadilanga.com

Learn more about Krause Group: https://www.krausegroup.com/

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