Teague Talks Podcast
115 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsTeague Hunter, President and CEO of Hunter Hotel Advisors, created Teague Talks in 2020 to connect and educate the hospitality industry in a time of unparalleled uncertainty. Today, Teague Talks continues to bring our industry together and inspire the next generation of hospitality leaders with weekly episodes featuring industry leaders and exclusive hotel tours through the addition of accompanying YouTube video series, Teague Walks. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode.
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Teague Talks with Jonathan P. Stanner, President & CEO of Summit Hotel Properties
July 12, 2024 14:05 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBTeague sits down with his good friend Jon Stanner, President & CEO of Summit Hotel Properties, to hear what’s going on in the world of hotel REITs. As Summit’s Q2 report approaches, Jon shares which areas are experiencing the most growth, industry trends, and his team's current priorities.
Teague Talks with Alex Ohebshalom, Owner of The Fifth Avenue Hotel and Flâneur Hospitality
June 21, 2024 14:23 - 49 minutes - 91.4 MBIn the heart of NYC, Teague sits down at The Fifth Avenue Hotel with Alex Ohebshalom, Founder & CEO of Flâneur Hospitality. An emerging hotelier, Alex is no stranger to development. He shares his journey to hospitality, what sparked his idea to convert a century-old property into a luxurious 5.5 star hotel, and the challenges of making this 10-year project come to life.
Teague Talks with Carlos Rodriguez, Sr., Chairman & CEO of Driftwood Capital
June 14, 2024 15:13 - 42 minutes - 78.5 MBThis Friday, Teague welcomes Carlos Rodriguez, Sr., Chairman & CEO of Driftwood Capital, for an insightful discussion on how capital is shaping the transactional market. From growing up in Costa Rica and pursuing a career on Wall Street, Carlos shares the candid story behind his first hotel, the challenges of raising his first debt fund, and everything in between throughout his journey to making Driftwood what it is today.
Teague Talks with David Turley, President of Cronheim Hotel Capital
June 07, 2024 16:24 - 39 minutes - 41.4 MBThis week, Teague sits down with respected competitor and friend, David Turley, President of Cronheim Hotel Capital, to discuss the current state of the lending market from their worlds. They delve into the market's evolution, the challenges they are confronting, and the projects they are currently undertaking in their daily operations.
Teague Talks with Jan Freitag, National Director for Hospitality Market Analytics at CoStar
May 31, 2024 16:20 - 39 minutes - 73.5 MBAhead of NYU, Teague sits down with Jan Freitag, National Director for Hospitality Market Analytics at CoStar, for an update on the current state of the industry. As we wrap up Q2, Jan dives into interest rates, group demand, and market trends, while Teague shares his crystal ball into transactions and development.
Teague Talks with Jolyon Bulley, CEO, Americas, IHG Hotels & Resorts
May 24, 2024 15:01 - 42 minutes - 78.7 MBSteps away from IHG’s Atlanta headquarters, Teague sits down for an exclusive conversation with Jolyon Bulley, CEO of the Americas. From his start behind the front desk in Melbourne to becoming the CEO for one of the world’s largest hotel brands, Jolyon shares his passion for international hospitality, his microscope into global travel trends, and what’s on the horizon for IHG.
Teague Talks with Hiren Desai, President & CEO of 3H Group
May 03, 2024 16:46 - 32 minutes - 60.6 MBSitting in the brand new The Hiatus Clearwater Beach, Teague is joined by Hiren Desai, President & CEO of 3H Group, for an exclusive conversation. From his beginnings in Zambia to managing his first hotel in Chattanooga, Hiren shares the origin story of 3H Group, his development projects through the years, and what it’s been like working alongside his brother.
Teague Talks with David Kong, Founder & Principal of DEI Advisors
April 26, 2024 15:03 - 42 minutes - 79.3 MBThis Friday, Teague is joined by David Kong, Founder & Principal of DEI Advisors and former CEO of Best Western. David shares his early days from growing up in Hong Kong, what led him to becoming the longest-running CEO of any major hotel company, and what he’s doing to leave an impact on our industry.
Teague Talks with Stephen Wendell, Founder & CEO of Mountain Shore Properties
April 19, 2024 15:34 - 36 minutes - 68.5 MBThis week, Teague sits down with Stephen Wendell, Founder & CEO of Mountain Shore Properties, for a chat on all things development. From growing up in a hotelier family while pursuing a career in law, Stephen shares how he stumbled into the real estate world, the challenges developers are facing today, and the latest projects that he’s been working on in the boutique space.
Teague Talks with the Industry's Top Brokerage Firms
April 05, 2024 16:28 - 44 minutes - 82.8 MBAt the 35th Hunter Hotel Investment Conference, Teague takes the stage alongside the nation’s top brokerage firms for a deep dive on the state of the market. Moderated by LW Hospitality Advisors’ Evan Weiss, the four executives provide a comprehensive analysis of the current financial landscape, offering insights into trends, risks, and investment opportunities while forecasting potential market trajectories.
Teague Talks with Rachel Humphrey, Founder of Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance
March 15, 2024 16:39 - 29 minutes - 55.8 MBThis week, Teague sits down with the one and only Rachel Humphrey, Founder of Women in Hospitality Leadership Alliance. While many know Rachel for her incredible impact on the industry, few know her story and what led her to hospitality. After an impressive 20-year career as a trial lawyer, Rachel shares what led her to AAHOA, what she spends her time on today, and what she's looking forward to at the upcoming Hunter Conference.
Teague Talks with Anna Blue, President of the AHLA Foundation
March 08, 2024 16:34 - 24 minutes - 46 MBOn this International Women’s Day, Teague sits down with powerhouse Anna Blue, President of the AHLA Foundation. From her upbringing on a hippy commune in Canada to her work on Capitol Hill, where she contributed to one of the most impactful campaigns in presidential history, Anna reflects on the influential individuals who shaped her career, sheds light on the mission of the AHLA Foundation, and provides a glimpse of what attendees can anticipate during the ForWard session at the upcoming H...
Teague Talks with David Sotolov, Managing Director at Alliance Bernstein
March 01, 2024 15:32 - 36 minutes - 67.3 MBIn this week’s episode of Teague Talks, David Sotolov, Managing Director at Alliance Bernstein, joins Teague for a deep dive on all things lending. From the intricacies of various asset classes to insights on current spreads and interest rates, David shares his crystal ball into the debt market landscape. Tune in as they discuss what's driving the market, which sectors are thriving, and what lies ahead for investors in 2024.
Teague Talks with Danny Hughes, EVP & President of the Americas at Hilton
February 16, 2024 16:48 - 33 minutes - 61.8 MBSitting inside the brand new Signia by Hilton Atlanta, Teague is joined by Danny Hughes, EVP and President of the Americas at Hilton. Danny reflects on his early days working in his family’s pub and pursuing his passion for culinary before shifting to the business side of hospitality. Beginning his Hilton career at the London Hilton on Park Lane over 35 years ago, Danny gives us insights into his journey at the company, two new Hilton brands, and their exciting plans for 2024.
Teague Talks with Ryan Rivett, President & CEO of My Place Hotels
February 09, 2024 16:44 - 29 minutes - 56 MBRyan Rivett, President & CEO of My Place Hotels, joins Teague from South Dakota for this week's episode. From starting out at his family’s fishing lodge to founding My Place Hotels alongside his grandfather and industry icon, Ron Rivett of Super 8, Ryan dives into his company’s secret sauce, the challenges with franchising today, and his 2024 outlook.
Teague Talks with Michael Bellisario, Director & Senior Research Analyst at Baird
February 02, 2024 16:21 - 28 minutes - 53.4 MBTeague sits down with Michael Bellisario, Director & Senior Research Analyst at Baird, to talk all things 2024 industry predictions. Starting with a recap of ALIS, Michael dives into the current outlook of the M&A market, what’s on the economic horizon, and his hot stock tips for this year.
Teague Talks with David Duncan, President & CEO of First Hospitality
January 26, 2024 16:59 - 29 minutes - 54.5 MBThis week, David Duncan, President & CEO of First Hospitality, joins Teague from Chicago for an industry chat. The two dive into the recent headlines surrounding the Hostmark acquisition and what the rest of 2024 looks like for First Hospitality. David shares his take on being a hotel broker, his overall outlook on the industry, and his thoughts on the University of Michigan win.
Teague Talks with Anthony Capuano, President & CEO of Marriott International
January 19, 2024 16:30 - 30 minutes - 56.3 MBTeague sits down for a compelling conversation with Anthony Capuano, President & CEO of Marriott International. Having once received a rejection letter from Marriott as a recent college graduate, Anthony reflects on his path that led him to fill the biggest shoes at the company today. He shares insights into the pivotal figures who shaped his career and delves into the latest Marriott headlines, unveiling the company's vision for the exciting developments awaiting in 2024.
Teague Talks with Mehul Patel, Managing Partner & CEO of NewcrestImage
January 12, 2024 16:54 - 34 minutes - 63.4 MBMehul Patel, Managing Partner & CEO of NewcrestImage, sits down with Teague to discuss the company's 2024 strategies. Having bought and sold 283 hotels since 2014, Mehul reflects on the astonishing year that the company had in 2023 and delves into what you can expect from NewcrestImage in the coming months.
Teague Talks with David Gutstadt, Co-Founder & Principal of Good City Studio
January 05, 2024 17:23 - 40 minutes - 74.7 MBTeague kicks off 2024 with David Gutstadt, Co-Founder and Principal of Good City Studio. The Philly local shares how he went from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley to spearheading the luxury lifestyle concept of Equinox Hotels. Right in time for New Year's resolutions, David gives us the run-down on his latest ventures that combine world-class entertainment, social, wellness and business offerings under one roof.
Teague Talks with Jay H. Shah, Executive Chairman Emeritus of Hersha Hospitality Trust
December 08, 2023 20:05 - 43 minutes - 40.6 MBTeague is joined by Lodging Magazine's 2023 Person Of The Year, JayShah, to discuss the recent headlines surrounding the Hersha acquisition. The pair dive into the details behind the $1.4 billon, all-cash transaction and how it became a full circle moment for Jay as he recalls the early days when his parents purchased their first two motels in Philadelphia. Tune in to see what's next for Hersha, the Shah family, and the future generation of hospitality leaders.
Teague Talks with Rachael Rothman, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics at CBRE
December 01, 2023 14:54 - 31 minutes - 58.3 MBThis week, Teague sits down for a deep dive on 2024 industry predictions with Rachael Rothman, Head of Hotels Research & Data Analytics at CBRE. Rachael shares CBRE's forecast on the macroeconomic impact on the hotel industry and whether or not a recession is on the horizon.
Teague Talks with Bob and Wes Whitman, Co-Founders & Co-Managing Partners at Whitman Peterson
November 10, 2023 15:09 - 37 minutes - 34.3 MBThis week, Teague sits down for a fireside chat with father-son duo, Bob and Wes Whitman of Whitman Peterson. In this heartwarming episode, the two share their paths to the hospitality industry and how they ended up joining forces as business partners. Bob and Wes fill us in on the latest ventures of Whitman Peterson, how they gravitated towards the outdoor hospitality space, and the valuable lessons that they learned from one another along the way.
Teague Talks with Jagruti Panwala, President & CEO of Wealth Protection Strategies
November 03, 2023 13:47 - 28 minutes - 52.9 MBOn this week's episode, Teague catches up with the one and only Jagruti Panwala, President and CEO of Wealth Protection Strategies. From immigrating to the U.S. at age fifteen and becoming an "accident hotelier" by age twenty-two, Jagruti reveals how her passion for the hospitality industry served as a driving force behind her commitment to advocacy work and her roles as the first Chairwoman at AAHOA and Director at AHLA.
Teague Talks with Cody Bradshaw, Managing Director & Global Head of Hotel Asset Management at Starwood Capital Group
October 27, 2023 15:24 - 47 minutes - 64.6 MBThis week, Teague sits down with Cody Bradshaw, Managing Director & Global Head of Hotel Asset Management at Starwood Capital Group. From his early beginnings as a Tennessee boy, Cody shares how he fell into hospitality by accident after pursuing a basketball career at Cornell. Now a London local, Cody dives into his perspective on the global economy, what it's like working for Barry Sternlicht, and what Starwood is spending most of their time on today.
Teague Talks with Chip Rogers, President & CEO of AHLA
October 20, 2023 16:22 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MBTeague Talks with Chip Rogers, President & CEO of AHLA, about the Israel-Hamas War commanding headlines, gridlock in Congress, and AHLA's lobbying priorities.
Teague Talks with Greg Juceam, President & CEO of Extended Stay America
October 13, 2023 18:06 - 34 minutes - 48 MBWith the extended stay segment on fire, Teague sits down with Greg Juceam, President & CEO of Extended Stay America. Greg shares his journey from his early days as a bus boy to CEO of an industry leading company. Teague and Greg discuss the resilience of extended stay, Greg’s thoughts on competition as the segment grows, and the importance of brand.
Teague Talks with Bob Hunter, Founder of Hunter Hotel Advisors & Hunter Conference
October 06, 2023 16:17 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBAs Hunter Hotel Advisors celebrates 45 years, we hear from the man who started it all, Bob Hunter. In this special episode, Bob joins his son Teague to reflect on his long, illustrious career and share his advice to his sons, Teague and Lee Hunter, and this new generation of industry leaders.
Teague Talks with Dupree Scovell, Managing Partner & CIO at Woodbine Development Corporation
September 22, 2023 16:00 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBFrom Texas' Hill Country, Teague Talks with Dupree Scovell about working with family, playing football for Mike Leach, and what drives the Woodbine Development team as the company prepares to celebrate 50 years in business.
Teague Talks with Arash Azarbarzin, Principal & CEO of Highgate
September 15, 2023 16:54 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBTeague Talks with Arash Azarbarzin, Principal & CEO of Highgate, about his career working with hospitality legends Barry Sternlicht and brothers Mahmood & Mehdi Khimji, what he does to prioritize the happiness of his people, and how he is using artificial intelligence to streamline operations.
Teague Talks with David Pepper, Chief Development Officer of Choice Hotels International
September 08, 2023 17:12 - 32 minutes - 43.8 MBThis week, Teague catches up with his old friend, David Pepper, to talk about Choice's acquisition of Radisson, the future of extended-stay, and advice for the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Teague Talks The State of Insurance and Hurricane Idalia
September 01, 2023 18:21 - 23 minutes - 32.3 MBOn the heels of Hurricane Idalia, Teague Talks the state of the insurance market in Florida and elsewhere with Brandon Bridges of McGriff. With hurricane season underway, Bridges shares factors impacting the insurance market and how hotel owners and investors can protect themselves in the face of a changing climate.
Teague Talks with Matt Marquis, CEO & Chairman of Pacifica Hotels
August 18, 2023 16:00 - 42 minutes - 58 MBWith the Pacific Ocean behind them, Teague and Matt Marquis, CEO & Chairman of Pacifica Hotels, talk about investing through downturns and the beautiful, complicated realities of running a family business. Tune in to Teague Walks next week for an exclusive tour of Matt's latest project, The Wayfarer San Diego.
Teague Talks with Jon Stanner, President & CEO of Summit Hotel Properties
August 11, 2023 17:08 - 29 minutes - 40.5 MBTeague Talks with Jon Stanner, President & CEO of Summit Hotel Properties, about his path to hospitality and investing for the market of today and the future.
Teague Talks with Suraj Hinduja of RTRX and Joe Apgar of Pelotonia
August 04, 2023 16:30 - 37 minutes - 51.8 MBTeague Talks with Suraj Hinduja, Managing Director of RTRX, and Joe Apgar, President of Pelotonia. This ride weekend, Pelotonia celebrates 15 years of One Goal. To date, the Pelotonia community has raised over $258 million, 100% of which goes directly to cancer research at The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute. Listen to learn how RTRX and Pelotonia are working together to raise critical funds to fight...
Teague Talks with Jimmy Merkel, CEO & Co-Founder of Rockbridge
July 21, 2023 16:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBTeague Talks with Jimmy Merkel, CEO & Co-Founder of Rockbridge, from the halls of The Junto Hotel in Columbus, Ohio. Tune in to hear Jimmy's take on where the economy is heading, his plans for Rockbridge, and why he believes we are in the "golden age of hospitality."
Teague Talks with Grey Raines
July 14, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBThis week, Teague Talks with Grey Raines, Principal and Managing Partner of Raines Hospitality, about the joys of growing the family business and the current economic conditions' impact on operations. Grey also shares his advice for the next generation of hospitality leaders.
Teague Talks with Greg Friedman, Managing Principal & CEO of Peachtree Group
July 07, 2023 16:15 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBThis week, Greg Friedman, Managing Principal & CEO of Peachtree Group, joins Teague for an industry update. Greg shares why he remains bullish on hospitality and expects to see a boom in lending soon.
Teague Talks with Matt Gaghen, CEO of Under Canvas
June 23, 2023 15:32 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBTeague sits down with Matt Gaghen, CEO of Under Canvas, to talk about the company's newest brand, ULUM, which is redefining outdoor adventure travel. Surrounded by Utah's red rock landscape and under the shadow of Moab's iconic Looking Glass Arch, Teague and Matt connect over the extraordinary places and people driving Under Canvas.
Teague Talks with She Has a Deal
May 19, 2023 14:57 - 23 minutes - 32.7 MBTeague is joined by Tracy Prigmore, Founder of SHAD and TLTsolutions, and the winners of the 2023 SHAD Pitch Competition, Chandler Williamson and Portia Hood. Tracy is on a mission to bring more women into the ownership side of our industry through her education program, competition, and mentorship. Tune in to listen to the inspiring trio share their early beginnings in hospitality, how they sourced their winning deals, and the advice they have for women interested in ownership. Learn more ...
Teague Talks with Evan Weiss, Co-Founder, Principal, & COO of LW Hospitality Advisors
May 05, 2023 14:02 - 27 minutes - 37.5 MBIt's never a dull moment when we get a chance to catch up with our good friend, Evan Weiss, Co-Founder, Principal & COO of LWHA. Evan hits the nail on the head when it comes to the current state of transactions, banking, and lending. Tune in to this week's entertaining episode of Teague Talks to hear Evan's latest synopsis of the industry and his predictions for the remainder of 2023.
Teague Talks with Main Street
April 21, 2023 15:05 - 42 minutes - 58 MBJoin Teague as he takes the main stage at the HUNTER Conference for one of the most popular general sessions, Main Street Talks. These experts share their perspectives on how rising interest rates, inflation, lingering labor shortages and other issues are currently impacting their bottom line.
Teague Talks with Chet Pipkin, Founder & Executive Chairman of Belkin
March 03, 2023 16:18 - 42 minutes - 96.9 MBTeague Talks with Chet Pipkin, Founder & Executive Chairman of Belkin. Pipkin shares what the beginnings of the consumer electronics company looked like in his parents' garage, and how he combined his extensive background in technology with his latest eco-friendly hotel resort in Lake Tahoe, the Desolation Hotel.
Teague Talks with Chet Pipkin, Founder and Executive Chairman of Belkin
March 03, 2023 16:18 - 42 minutes - 96.9 MBTeague Talks with Chet Pipkin, Founder & Executive Chairman of Belkin. Pipkin shares what the beginnings of the consumer electronics company looked like in his parents' garage, and how he combined his extensive background in technology with his latest eco-friendly hotel resort in Lake Tahoe, the Desolation Hotel.
Teague Talks with John Murray, President & CEO of Sonesta
January 17, 2023 17:31 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MBTeague Talks with John Murray, President & CEO of Sonesta. Spanning across three continents, Sonesta is now the 8th largest hotel company in the world with 16 brands consisting of 1200 hotels. Tune in to hear John share his journey to Sonesta, where the company is headed, and his thoughts going into 2023.
Teague Talks with Mit Shah, CEO of Noble Investment Group
January 09, 2023 16:03 - 33 minutes - 31 MBTeague Talks with Mit Shah, Founder & CEO of Noble Investment Group. Mit provides overall strategic guidance for the Noble organization and heads its investment committee. Tune in to the latest episode of Teague Talks to hear Mr. Shah share Noble's goals for 2023 and the outlook they have going into the new year.
Teague Talks with Kevin Osterhaus, President of Graduate Hotels
November 21, 2022 19:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBKevin Osterhaus joined Graduate Hotels as President just over a year ago. He stepped into the role as the brand calibrated for incredible growth, with plans to open four hotels in 2023. Osterhaus shares with Teague what it takes to build a successful brand, the importance of nostalgia when creating connections, and where Graduate Hotels is going next.
Teague Talks with Norman Radow, Founder & CEO of The RADCO Companies
October 24, 2022 16:30 - 45 minutes - 62.1 MBNorman Radow, Founder & CEO of The RADCO Companies, has spent decades amassing an impressive multifamily real estate portfolio, but his latest big bet is on hospitality. In this latest episode, Norman shares with Teague why he believes "the next year or two may be the greatest buying opportunity since 11 years ago."
Teague Talks with Brad Rahinsky, President & CEO of Hotel Equities
October 17, 2022 17:08 - 33 minutes - 8.44 MBSince stepping into the role of President & CEO of Hotel Equities in 2017, Brad Rahinsky has grown the company through a series of strategic alliances. With 250+ hotels now under management, Rahinsky shares with Teague what it's like to operate hotels today and why he's "bullish" on 2023.
Teague Talks with Todd Turner, Founder & CEO of OTO Development
September 19, 2022 17:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBTodd Turner put the T in OTO Development, helping to found the company now known for its strong select-service position in urban cores nationwide. Following the passing of his dear friend, Corry Oakes, Todd Turner assumed the role of CEO. In this latest episode, Turner shares with Teague how he remembers his oldest friend and how he plans to honor Oakes' legacy through his leadership of OTO.