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Be the change you want to see: My advice for hospitality leaders - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

May 26, 2023
Ever find yourself inspired by the incredible things happening in the hospitality world but unsure if you can achieve the same in your own business? We've got just the person to talk you through this today - Craig Poole, President of Reading Hospita…

Getting started - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

May 22, 2023
Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodg…

Christmas in Hospitality: When Culture Matters Most - Craig Poole

Dec. 25, 2025
In this short episode, Craig Poole reflects on what Christmas reveals about leadership in hospitality and why this season is often when culture matters most. You may also enjoy these from Craig: When Places Are Broken, Hospitality Can Lead With Ho…

How Hospitality Gave Me the Resilience to Fight Cancer - Craig Poole

Dec. 14, 2025
In this episode, Craig Poole reflects on how a lifetime in hospitality built the resilience and mindset he’s relied on while fighting cancer. He shares lessons drawn from decades of leadership — gratitude, selflessness, adaptability, and compassion …

How I'm Creating New Beginnings for Others Through Hospitality - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

Jan. 1, 2024
Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodg…

It's Time For Transformational Hospitality Leadership - Craig Poole [Election Day Replay]

Nov. 5, 2024
Today, we’re revisiting a conversation with a guest who has profoundly impacted me and, I believe, represents the true potential of hospitality. Craig Poole, a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s Ge…

People are the point of impact: How to create new beginnings and empower through leadership - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

May 25, 2023
Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodg…

The "Singapore Theory" is why I hired 208 people for my 209 room DoubleTree hotel - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

May 23, 2023
Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodg…

Transforming Lives Through Hospitality - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

Dec. 25, 2023
Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodg…

Transforming lives through hospitality: What inspired me to do more - Craig Poole, Reading Hospitality

May 24, 2023
Craig Poole is the President of Reading Hospitality, which owns and operates the DoubleTree Hotel in Reading, Pennsylvania. He's a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and was recognized as General Manager of the Year by the American Hotel and Lodg…

When Places Are Broken, Hospitality Can Lead With Hope - Craig Poole

Dec. 23, 2025
In this episode, Josiah Mackenzie speaks with Craig Poole, a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and AHLA’s General Manager of the Year, about hospitality’s unique ability to heal broken places. Craig shares how he approaches struggling hotels and…

Why Hospitality Creates Hope - Craig Poole

Dec. 24, 2025
In this episode, Craig Poole reflects on why hospitality is uniquely positioned to create hope—especially in broken or forgotten places. Drawing on his experience turning around marginalized properties and communities, Craig explains why hope isn’t …

Why It's Time to Go Back to the Basics in Hospitality - Craig Poole

Jan. 1, 2026
In this episode, Craig Poole, a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and AHLA’s General Manager of the Year, shares why it’s time to go back to the basics of hospitality. Craig shares why leadership, presence, knowing your people, and engaging dire…

Why Managing From Your Office is Costing You Money - Craig Poole

Jan. 2, 2026
In this episode, Craig Poole, a three-time Hilton Connie Award winner and AHLA’s General Manager of the Year, shares why returning to the basics of hospitality starts with leadership presence on the floor. He shares how being visible to guests, empl…

Unlocking Overlooked Talent: Second Chance and Inclusive Hiring in Hospitality - Jeff Korzenik, Fifth Third Bank

June 13, 2023
Could engaging the millions of people often overlooked by employers help address the talent shortages in hospitality? Join us as we chat with Jeff Korzenik, Chief Economist at Fifth Third Bank, about the potential of second-chance hiring as a solut…

Event Recap: NYU Hospitality Investment Conference

June 6, 2023
In this episode, Josiah shares insights and takeaways from the 2023 NYU Hospitality Industry Investment Conference. Join the conversation on today's episode on the Hospitality Daily LinkedIn page. Hospitality Daily isn't just a podcast! Every mo…

From Prison to Hospitality: My Journey - Wayne Boatwright

Sept. 21, 2024
In this episode, Wayne Boatwright shares his powerful story of redemption and his challenges while reentering society and the workforce. Listeners will learn: How Wayne's life took a dramatic turn to spending time in San Quentin, one of California'…

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