Ben Wolff

In this discussion, Ben Wolff, co-founder of Onera, shares insights from his journey in the unique stays industry, highlighting his experience developing a treehouse hotel in Texas. He unpacks the financial intricacies of his latest resort investment deal, emphasizing the importance of solid operating models and performance metrics. The conversation also delves into innovative fundraising techniques and strategies for attracting high-end guests while maintaining streamlined operations in the competitive Texas Hill Country market.

Join Steve Turk, a seasoned hospitality professional, and Ben Wolff, founder of Onera and an expert in experiential hospitality, as they delve into revolutionary concepts in the industry. They discuss the rise of luxury landscape resorts and the innovative strategies needed for 2030's travel demands. Hear about their unique project inspired by tropical destinations, focusing on sustainable agritourism. They also explore the benefits of land lease deals and the importance of partnerships in redefining hospitality in South Florida.

Ben Wolff, Co-founder of Onera, talks about utilizing overseas talent, fundraising, and building unique luxury treehouse resorts. They discuss the intersection of Tech and Real Estate, creating memorable guest experiences, and the evolution towards experiential accommodations in the hospitality industry.

Ben Wolff, co-founder of Onera, discusses the inception of their luxurious treehouse retreat in Texas Hill Country, inspired by memorable travels. He shares insights on experiential stays, the future of luxury travel, and strategies for direct bookings through influencer collaborations. The podcast explores the value of unique hotel experiences, digital marketing tactics, and building a specialized team for construction projects in the hospitality industry.

Ben Wolff, Co-founder of a $65 million fund in experiential hospitality real estate, discusses his strategy of building a diverse 'unique stays' portfolio. He talks about his experience in the Airbnb/STR market, handling the pandemic fallout, finding land for development, raising money, and building a direct booking engine. Ben shares his thoughts on career decisions, influential books/people, and team building. He also gives insights into his new project in Texas and shares what an average day looks like for him.