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Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Anand Jindal, group director, revenue management & distribution at Wharf Hotels. The duo discuss:The emerging role of the revenue leaderThe concept of “Intellectual Humility”Preparing for the guest of the futureAdvice for tomorrow’s revenue leadersPlease subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.If you are an expert in hospitality, revenue management, pricing or commercial leadership and want to join Klaus Kohlmayr for an unconstrained conversation on this podcast, please reach out to him on LinkedIn.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! In anticipation of our second Hospitality Tech Hub live event focused on the Asia-Pacific region next week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Jack Widagdo, general manager of Six Senses Qing Cheng Mountain located in Chengdu, China. Jack and his team are achieving record performance by focusing on their domestic drive to market, maintaining the exceptional service Six Senses is known for while optimizing ADR from the surge in demand. Other topics discussed include:The necessity of learning to work smarter to accommodate for drastic talent shortageHow constant communication between forecast and operations is criticalChanging travel trends in ChinaAdvice for future hospitality leadersThanks for listening and be sure to join us for our Hospitality Tech Hub: APAC Forum on June 17th. Register HERE.Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.If you are an expert in hospitality, revenue management, pricing or commercial leadership and want to join Klaus Kohlmayr for an unconstrained conversation on this podcast, please reach out to him on LinkedIn.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, we are excited to share a special episode with you. At IDeaS, we’ve always been passionate about supporting educational opportunities for future generations of revenue leaders. We offer academic scholarships, free Revenue Management Foundations courses, and work closely with related educational programs around the world. We are also in the running for being named a Top Internship Program in WayUp’s Top 100 Internship Programs List for the third year in a row.In honor of our dedication to educational development, we compiled some of the best career advice from our past podcast guests in this episode. The hospitality leaders sharing their advice include:Dave Roberts, faculty at Cornell (Ep. 21: Removing the Emotion – Post-COVID Revenue Leadership)Isaac Collazo, VP of analytics at STR (Ep. 25: Getting Dirty with Data)Claudia Infante, VP of revenue strategy at Margaritaville (Ep. 30: Taking Risks to Find New Opportunities with Margaritaville)Karishma Singh, area director – finance & revenue management (North Area) at The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) (Ep 38: The State of Indian Hospitality & Resetting Your Business)Steve Green, principal sales specialist for IDeaS’ emerging innovations (Ep. 39: Emerging Innovations in Revenue Management—and Beyond!)Ben Thomas, chief commercial officer at Penta Hotels (Ep. 42: A Recipe for Commercial Success – Ben Thomas, Penta Hotels)Heidi Albignac, VP of client operations at IDeaS (Ep. 43 Black Swan Events – How to Overcome the Unexpected)Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Frank Trampert, managing director of Sabre Hospitality. Coming to you directly from the 2021 Hotel Revenue Forum, Klaus and Frank discuss how digitization, personalization, and merchandising impact the future of hospitality. Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.If you are an expert in hospitality, revenue management, pricing or commercial leadership and want to join Klaus Kohlmayr for an unconstrained conversation on this podcast, please reach out to him on LinkedIn. 

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Richard Valtr, founder of Mews. Klaus was intrigued about having this conversation after reading Richard’s PhocusWire article: “Under the sheets – optimize your hotel to maximize revenue”. In this conversation Richard advocates for completely challenging the notion of what and who the hotel industry is selling and talks about revenue managing the guest vs. the rooms. Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast. If you are an expert in hospitality, revenue management, pricing or commercial leadership and want to join Klaus Kohlmayr for an unconstrained conversation on this podcast, please reach out to him on LinkedIn. 

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Chris Green, president and CEO of Chesapeake Hospitality, a third-party hotel management company.In this episode, Chris shares his perspective on the post-pandemic renaissance in the hospitality industry and how revenue management drives the competitive advantage. Chris also shares his powerful insights for future revenue leaders joining an industry during a downturn.  Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.  If you are an expert in hospitality, revenue management, pricing or commercial leadership and want to join Klaus Kohlmayr for an unconstrained conversation on this podcast, please reach out to him on LinkedIn. 

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Max Starkov, an industry consultant with over 20 years of experience in hospitality technology and digital marketing. Max shares some strong opinions on the current state of the industry and what it will take for hotels to thrive in the future.Topics discussed include:Why hospitality is currently providing a “subpar home away from home”How COVID has accelerated digital transformation by 10 yearsThe best way to invest in your property on a limited budgetThe importance of long-term thinkingHow the biggest winners from the pandemic are the OTAs Advice for future revenue leadersPlease subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Nele Neirynck, vice president of revenue management strategy, pricing and systems at Accor Hotels. Nele shares her perspectives on the changing role of revenue management and how the pandemic has transformed it for the better.Other topics discussed include:How global companies are planning for the coming travel reboundWhy hospitality is still the best industry to be employed inNecessary skills for future revenue leaders to possessPlease subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Mike Chuma, IDeaS’ vice president of marketing, engagement & enablement. In this episode, Mike and Klaus expand on last week’s podcast: Lessons Hospitality Can Learn from Retail with Marco Nijhof. Other topics discussed include:The value of dataHeadless commerceThe increasing importance of merchandising in the hotel industryAdvice to aspiring commercial leadersPlease subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. Please consider leaving us a review wherever you listen to this podcast.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Marco Nijhof, group director of hospitality & guest experience at Value Retail. After having “done it all” in the hospitality industry, Marco applied his vast knowledge and experience in the retail sector. He is passionate about creating the right balance between digital and human interactions to enhance guest loyalty and value. In this episode, Marco shares what hospitality can learn from retail. Topics discussed include:The value of engaging guests in experiences vs. transactionsFocusing on building relationships with the experienceReinventing the experience to stay relevantBalancing the drive toward efficiency with guest acquisitionAdvice for future revenue leadersCheck out Marco’s article “What I learned from the Retail industry and would apply back into hotels” discussed in the episode.Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Jan Arnold, vice president of sales at Rocco Forte Hotels. With over 17 years of working with luxury hotel brands, Jan has a wealth of experience to share. Klaus and Jan discuss a variety of topics including:The importance of being to adjust quicklyNew trend of consumers wanting to interact with/talk directly to a hotelHow the guests of the future will be differentAdvice for hotel sales leaders and those just starting out in the hospitality industryPlease subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! On this very special episode the tables are turned and the interviewer, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr, becomes the interviewee. Ulrich Pillau, CEO & co-founder of Apaleo interviews Klaus on The Pulse by Apaleo: The Voice Of Hospitality Tech Leaders Podcast. We are sharing their insight-packed discussion with you here. Topics addressed include:The future of revenue management coming out of the pandemicThe value of revenue management during periods of low demand and how having the right price is now more important than everHow IDeaS was able to recalibrate its revenue management systems to respond to the unprecedented, rapidly changing demand in 2020IDeaS’ product updates to accommodate the future of revenue managementHow hospitality companies are using the crisis as an opportunityNow is the right time to re-evaluate your business and operations to ensure recovery readinessPlease subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! On March 8, we gathered over 30 hospitality technology thought leaders for two live sessions hosted on IDeaS’ Hospitality Technology Hub. Hundreds of participants listened to established technology providers, start-ups, consultants, and hoteliers discuss the accelerating pace of innovation in the industry and the lessons learned from the last 12 months. Both sessions, Achieving Commercial Success and Convergence of Data are now available on demand.On this week’s episode, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr recaps the Hospitality Technology Hub’s live sessions with Lea Jordan, head of marketing and co-founder of Techtalk.travel, and Enzo Aita, global head of business development at HyperGuest. Both Lea and Enzo helped moderate the majority of the panels and share their key takeaways and perspectives in this episode. Lea also shares her key takeaways from ITB Now.Thanks for listening! Check out the Hospitality Technology Hub and enjoy the live session recordings:  Achieving Commercial Success and Convergence of Data Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Heidi Albignac, vice president of client operations at IDeaS. In her 20+ years in service and support roles, Heidi has experienced her fair share of black swan events—9/11, the financial crisis, natural disasters, and political unrest. Drawing from those experiences, Heidi helped coordinate IDeaS’ COVID-19 response operation to best support IDeaS’ clients during this difficult time.In this episode, Heidi and Klaus discuss:Key learnings from navigating the last year The importance of diversity and inclusion within the industry Career advice to budding professionals in the wake of COVIDThanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Ben Thomas, chief commercial officer at Penta Hotels. Ben has a wealth of knowledge to share with hotel companies in the process of contemplating a move toward a commercial success framework. Topics discussed in this episode include: Observations of hopeful recovery numbers Long-term implications of seemingly small decisions The value of taking a holistic approach to driving business value The post-pandemic evolution of group business Advice for future revenue leaders Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. 

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Jordan Hollander, co-founder & CEO of Hotel Tech Report—the “Tripadvisor” of hospitality technology. If there is one person who knows what’s happening in the hospitality tech ecosystem, its Jordan. The duo discuss:How the hospitality industry will use technology going forwardHow hotels with the right digital infrastructure can pivot quickly in the face of volatilityThe importance of clearly evaluating what’s needed from a guest-experience perspectiveHow hotels that come out on top will be the ones with efficient back-end processesThe importance of having the right tech infrastructure to pick up on current trends in real time and act fastThe tech stack for futureproofing your hotelThe evolution of group business in a post-pandemic, work-from-home worldThanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week, IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Rajiv Trivedi, managing partner at TST Capital. Klaus and Rajiv discuss opportunities for innovation and increased efficiency in the hotel industry. Rajiv believes now is the time to reeducate both guests and the industry in order to finally make technology the value driver it should be.Topics discussed include:Rethinking the industry and retraining guest expectations for greater efficiency and effectiveness without compromising guest expectations and experienceTechnological advancement is now progressing at a much faster pace than ever experiencedFuture of the industry and recovery predictionsWhy this is the best time to be starting out in the hospitality industryThanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Steve Green, principal sales specialist for IDeaS’ emerging innovations. Klaus and Steve talk about the opportunities and challenges associated with the expansion of the revenue management discipline and how revenue mangers need to ask the right questions to tell the right story.  Topics discussed include: Velocity—frequently updated forecasts for decision-makers seeking more information, more often Rolling forecasts becoming more important while rolling budgets are less relevant Emerging innovations outside of revenue management systems The importance of becoming a data storyteller Advice for future revenue leaders Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. 

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week IDeaS’ Chief Evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Karishma Singh, Area Director – Finance and Revenue Management (North Area) at The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL). In this episode, Karishma shares IHCL’s RESET initiative which has not only helped the company weather the current storm but also resulted in creative ways of driving the business forward. Topics discussed include:The state of the hospitality industry in IndiaThe importance of looking beyond room revenueThe benefits of operating like a startupAdvice for future revenue managersThanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful. 

Welcome back to the Unconstrained Conversations podcast! This week IDeaS’ chief evangelist Klaus Kohlmayr speaks with Patrick Wimble, founder of Lightbulb Consulting. The pandemic’s impact on travel and hospitality has left many unemployed with seemingly bleak options. In this episode Patrick shares some of the practical advice he gives out-of-work revenue managers and commercial specialists on turning adversity into opportunity. Topics discussed include:How to you set yourself apart from the competition Thinking outside the box in terms of what jobs you are willing to accept Understanding how your skills may transfer to other industriesAdvice for getting your resume to the top of the pile—and read by a human Employment resources referenced in this episode:GrowthworksPricing PlatformRMAPI Thanks for listening! Please subscribe to our podcast on your favorite podcast network and share with colleagues in the travel and hospitality space who may find this episode useful.