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Oct. 5, 2024

Why I Left the C-Suite to Reconnect with Hospitality's Roots - Adam Zembruski

Why I Left the C-Suite to Reconnect with Hospitality's Roots - Adam Zembruski

In this episode, Adam Zembruski, a hotel investor and hotel industry enthusiast, is the Founder of Hospiamo, Inc., a social enterprise, and the Hospitality Industry Impact Initiative, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. He shares his personal story and insights on the challenges and importance of staying connected with those on the front lines in the hospitality industry.

Listeners will learn:

  • Adam's career progression from front desk agent to chief operating officer and hotel investor (00:00)
  • The fulfillment and heart Adam found in reconnecting with the front lines of hospitality (05:48)
  • The challenges of maintaining connections and confidence during tough times in the industry (10:45)
  • The therapeutic value of talk therapy, expressive writing, and podcasting for Adam (11:58)
  • The impact of encouragement on people in the hospitality industry (13:13)

Mentions:

  • The Replacements movie (01:39)
  • Buddy Watson (02:44)
  • Hersha (03:04)
  • Stonebridge Investment Group (08:59)

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Music for this show is produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound: Music Identity Design for Hospitality Brands