Welcome to your Friday Five from Defining Hospitality! Every week, we aim to enrich your understanding of the hospitality industry through exclusive insights and engaging content. Prepare to explore new trends, revisit impactful moments, and gather the tools you need for success. Let's make your journey in hospitality both enlightening and inspiring.

The Five:

• This Week's Feature: We celebrate our 150th podcast episode with Roy Kim from Extell this week. It was a unique recording made even more memorable as it took place in his home, allowing me to experience his hospitality firsthand.

• Memory Lane: In an enlightening conversation, back in episode #18 Kraig Kalashian reminded us that the most crucial ingredient in any recipe, and in life, is time. This link will take you right to that moment at 5:38 - click here 

• A Dash of Inspiration: Small steps can lead to significant changes. BERMANFALK has recently eliminated EPS Foam from all its packaging, significantly reducing landfill waste. We want to set a precedent for the industry. Check out this article in Hospitality Design Magazine.

• Journey Shorteners: In 2017, I discovered Wim Hof's breathing and cold immersion techniques. Countless icebaths and intentional breathwork sessions later, it has become a key tool for me, helping me solve challenges and overcome obstacles. I recently had the joy of practicing breathwork in Mexico with my kids at Onze Retreat and Nomade Hotel in Tulum, combining Wim Hof techniques with others—it was transformative. Learn more about Wim Hof here and in the video below.

• Upcoming Industry Events: Who's heading to HD Vegas this April 30th through May 2? I'd love to meet up! Please email me, by responding here, and let's plan something! And it looks like I’ll be at the HD Awards on April 30th too.

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