Finding Balance, Cultivating Soft Skills and Curating a Sustainable Wellness Getaway with Percy Brandon, General Manager at the Allison Inn and Spa

Are you looking to find more balance in work and life?  On this episode of the Live Greatly podcast Kristel Bauer sits down with Percy Brandon, General Manager of the Allison Inn and Spa, to discuss curating a memorable wellness experience, the importance of celebrating the moments in your life, communication tips from the hospitality industry, a look into sustainability and more!  Listen now!

Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• The importance of soft skills in the workforce
• Tips for dealing with conflict, negative feedback, and suggestions for staying calm during difficulty conversations
• Why Percy is known as the man who is always celebrating
• Tips for curating a wellness getaway
• A look into sustainable travel and what the LEED certified Allison Inn and Spa is doing
• What qualitites is Percy looking for when hiring new employees and what makes people positively stand out in the workplace
• What makes the Allison Inn and Spa special

Kristel and her husband were able to experience the Allison Inn and Spa in preparation for this interview in a sponsored 3 night media stay and they highly recommend it if you have the chance to visit!

About Percy Brandon:

Percy Brandon, General Manager of The Allison Inn & Spa, has over 30 years’ experience in the hospitality industry. His philosophy can be summarized as a desire and intention to provide a memorable, enjoyable experience for all guests. Percy believes there is no substitute for genuine, gracious hospitality in the restaurant and hotel business. Guest’s expectations must be exceeded and Percy is known as the man who is “Always Celebrating”.

A native of Lima, Peru, his love for traveling brought him to Vancouver, British Columbia on a break from college. Percy fell in love with the city and decided to make it his new home. He discovered the wonderful world of restaurants and soon decided to make them his life’s profession.

Percy moved to California in 1990 to join the newly reopened Palace Hotel in San Francisco and became manager of the Garden Court Restaurant. Percy then moved to Yountville to become the General Manager of the Napa Valley Grille.

In 2000 Percy joined the Ferrari-Carano family by becoming General Manager of Vintners Inn and John Ash & Company, a small 44-room Inn, now developed into a magnificent 78-room Resort.

In June of 2022 Percy took the helm at the amazing Allison Inn & Spa joining the efforts of the Austin Family to continue the growth of luxurious hospitality in the Willamette Valley. He is a resident of Newberg with his wife, Olenka, and twin boys, Vincenzo and Giacomo. Percy oversees all operations of the hotel, restaurant, spa, event and conference spaces, vineyards, and gardens. Percy proudly became a US Citizen in 2010.

Percy is committed to the local community having served on the Board of Directors of several non-profit, community, and business organizations during his tenure in Santa Rosa. He now serves as board member of Taste Newberg, is on the Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association (ORLA) member services committee, and attends Leadership Chehalem Valley Chamber.

Website: https://theallison.com/ 

 Instagram: @allisoninnspa

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/percy-brandon/ 

Twitter: @AllisonInnSpa

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAllisonInnandSpa/ 

About the Host of the Live Greatly podcast, Kristel Bauer:

Kristel Bauer is a corporate wellness expert, in-demand Keynote Speaker and TEDx speaker with a mission of supporting companies and individuals on their journeys for more happiness, success & well-being. With Kristel's unique background in Integrative Psychiatry, business and media, she provides invaluable insights and strategies to empower, inspire and motivate companies, leadership and sales teams as well as other groups and organizations. Kristel shares key insights into high-power habits, leadership development, mental well-being, peak performance, resilience, success & a modern approach to work/life balance. Using a blend of authenticity, Psychology & Science, Kristel provides insights to excel in sales and thrive as a team leader. Kristel's messaging supports company profitability while promoting vibrant company cultures with healthier and happier employees.  Kristel is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur and she is an influencer in the business and wellness space having been recognized as a Top 10 Social Media Influencer of 2021 in Forbes.  As an Integrative Medicine Fellow & Physician Assistant, Kristel has a unique perspective into optimizing well-being and achieving success. Kristel has been featured in Forbes, Forest & Bluff Magazine & Podcast Magazine and she has contributed to Real Leaders Magazine. She has been live on ABC 7 Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago & Ticker News.

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