Small Moments - Stephen Wendell

Hospitality is one of the hardest asset classes within commercial real estate. You have to deal with a lot of local politics and there is more to navigate.

When opening up a boutique hotel or restaurant, you want to make something that the locals really care about and tourists will love and appreciate.

There are more money-conscious decisions that you can make to save money when looking at making a hotel. You don’t need to spend thousands of dollars on high-speed internet when you can get it for $150.

Hospitality is made of small moments that add up to be something meaningful for the guests. Whether it’s coffee or a well-placed reading nook, it’s a welcoming feeling.

When designing a space, you should consider if what you are going for benefits the guest and the community you are in as a whole.

You don’t have to always agree with someone you are working on a project with. A healthy discussion can lead to a better product.

When it comes to running a restaurant or a hotel, it’s important to praise the employees working through the pandemic and keeping those places open.

Small Moments - Stephen Wendell - Episode # 067