Sean O'Neill

Sean O'Neill, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Syncron, shares insights in aligning product goals with business outcomes. Topics include value creation moments, financial aspects, experimental mindset, impact measurement, and build versus buy decisions.

Travel industry journalist Sean O'Neill and NYC comedian Liz Barrett dive into the evolving hotel landscape this summer. They discuss the 'Taylor Swift effect' on travel, rising hotel prices in Europe, and the intense rivalry between hotels and Airbnb. O'Neill shares insights on changing expectations in hospitality, while Barrett adds humor with anecdotes about the realities of travel. Together, they explore the trend of pet-friendly accommodations and the industry's response to post-pandemic challenges, making for a captivating blend of information and laughs.

Pranavi Agarwal, a Senior Research Analyst, and Sean O'Neill, a Senior Hospitality editor, share insights from the Skift State of Travel Report 2024. They discuss the evolving landscape of travel influenced by Gen Z preferences and economic challenges. Topics include how hotels are adapting to competition from online travel agencies and the role of loyalty programs. They also delve into the effects of consumer empowerment post-COVID and the rise of in-destination booking, highlighting the importance of unique travel experiences.