The Liquid Lunch Project From Navy to Hospitality: Clinton Ramsden's Journey in Boutique Hotels
What does a Naval Academy graduate and helicopter pilot know about luxury boutique hotels? Turns out–a lot.
In this episode of The Liquid Lunch Project, Matt and Luigi sit down with Clinton Ramsden, co-founder and principal of Severn Grove Hospitality Group. Clinton shares his journey from flying helicopters in the Navy to managing a portfolio of boutique hotels in Annapolis, Maryland. They discuss the transition from residential real estate to commercial hospitality, the challenges of development in historic districts, and why authenticity is key for success in boutique hotels.
Episode Highlights:
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From Helmets to Hospitality: Clinton's journey from the Navy to real estate and eventually boutique hotels.
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Why Annapolis? The unique opportunities and challenges of developing in a historic district.
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Lessons from the Navy: How military discipline and problem-solving translate to entrepreneurship.
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Boutique Hotel Boom: Why small-scale, luxury hospitality is resonating with modern travelers.
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Scaling Smartly: The importance of understanding local jurisdictions before expanding.
Ready to be inspired by a story of transformation, resilience, and entrepreneurial grit? Hit play to discover how Clinton is redefining hospitality, one boutique hotel at a time.
Favorite Quote:
“I think natural tension is actually indicative of a very high-performing organization. [Being] overly comfortable…would indicate an organization that stopped trying to become a better version of itself.”
Connect with Clinton:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/clinton-ramsden-50a62092/ https://www.instagram.com/clint.ramsden/ https://www.134prince.com/ https://www.instagram.com/134princehotel/
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