This episode is a repost of Jake's appearance on the Street Smart Success Podcast, hosted by Roger Becker. You can learn more about Street Smart Success here - https://www.streetsmartsuccess.com/
Jake shares his journey from working in his family's hotel business to building a portfolio of unique, experience-driven hotels. The conversation explores why co ... Show More
Aug 13
Building a REIT in Hospitality - Jay Shah - Executive Chairman of Hersha Hotels & Resorts
Hersha Hospitality Trust (NYSE: HT) is a self-advised real estate investment trust in the hospitality sector, which owns and operates luxury and lifestyle hotels in urban gateway and regional resort markets. The Company’s 25 hotels totaling 3,811 rooms are located in New York, Wa ... Show More
1h 27m
Jul 30
Building a Scalable Hotel Brand in High-Barrier Leisure Markets - Matthew Mering - EVP of Hospitality - Waterton
In this episode of Masters of Moments, Jake Wurzak sits down with Matthew Mering to explore the evolution of lifestyle hotels and the founding story behind Outbound Hotels. From his early experiences in the hospitality industry, starting with bartending at Club Med to co-founding ... Show More
1h 6m
Jul 16
Deploying Over $2B into Mispriced Real Estate - Ian Ross - Founder at Somera Road
Ian Ross founded SomeraRoad in 2016, bringing a fresh, entrepreneurial approach to opportunistic real estate in growing secondary cities nationwide. He has since led the firm’s rapid expansion, overseeing nearly $2.5 billion in acquisitions of 25+ million square feet in more than ... Show More
1h 11m
Nov 2024
115\\ 9 Proven Ways to Set Yourself Apart as an Interior Designer and Succeed
The interior design industry is quite crowded, especially with the rise of online platforms and social media showcasing designers’ work, making the field more visible and accessible than ever.
The growth in popularity is fueled by shows on networks like HGTV, DIY resources, and t ... Show More
14m 55s
Sep 2024
105\\ The Must-Ask Questions for Successful Interior Design Consultations and Projects
An initial interior design consultation is crucial for laying the foundation of a successful project. It's where you gather all the important info about your client's needs, style choices, and expectations.
But how do you do that? By asking the right questions, of course! ... Show More
17m 42s
Dec 2024
117\\ Listeners Q&A: Essential Tips for Interior Designers on Presenting Proposals and Managing Multiple Projects
Newbie interior designers often have questions as they start building their careers, balancing creativity with client satisfaction, and running a business effectively.
In this episode, I answer questions sent in by listeners over the past couple of months. Some listeners were uns ... Show More
16m 52s
Aug 2024
102\\ Turning Challenges into Creative Fuel: Kelee Katillac's Journey in Helping Clients Manifest Their Dream Spaces PLUS Color Meditation
An interior designer's role is to partner with clients to manifest and bring their dreams to life through personalized designs.
I love how Kelee, my special guest, illustrates that role.
Kelee Katillac, an acclaimed interior designer and author shares her remarkable journey f ... Show More
43m 9s