In this episode, Tim Harmon, founder and CEO of Palisades Hospitality Group, shares why independent operators are becoming a driving force in redefining the hospitality landscape.

Listen now to learn about:

• The rise of hybrid hospitality models and their impact on the industry.
• The power of local impact and how staying small can mean thinking big.
• Financial opportunities in independent hospitality that might surprise you.
• The importance of creativity and willingness to try new things in hospitality.
• How independent hospitality can reflect and support local communities.
• The role of sustainability and community impact in investment decisions.
• The economic benefits of tourism and hospitality for local communities.

This episode is brought to you with support from Sojern, the all-in-one platform that helps more than 10,000 hotel companies worldwide excel across marketing, operations, and guest experience. Want to know how successful hotels are unifying their approach to drive better results? Download Sojern's latest research report: "Unlocking Revenue: How Hoteliers Build Profitable Guest Relationships" to discover actionable insights for your entire team - from general managers to operations and marketing leaders.

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Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands