LODGING On Demand

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Jul 2026

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LODGING On Demand's digital roundtables give hospitality leaders an opportunity to talk through pressing issues in the industry.

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July 31, 202621 min

OnDemand Ep. 65 – Creating Better Hotel Pool Decks: Design, Safety & Materials

What makes a hotel pool deck both beautiful and built to last? In this episode of LODGING OnDemand, George Seli, Managing Editor of LODGING Magazine, sits down with Sean West, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Deckology, to discuss how hotel owners and operators can create outdoor spaces that enhance the guest experience while standing up to the demands of commercial hospitality. From selecting the right decking materials to balancing aesthetics, durability, and safety, Sean shares practical advice for planning, maintaining, and upgrading hotel pool decks. Guest: Sean West, Vice President of Sales & Marketing – Deckology Host: George Seli, Managing Editor – LODGING Magazine rials

May 8, 202617 min

On Demand Episode 64 – Hotel Labor & Scheduling Insights

In this episode of LODGING OnDemand, Kelsey Higginbotham, Vice President of Customer Operations at Inn-Flow, joins LODGING to explore the often unseen complexities of hotel labor management. From the instinct-driven scheduling decisions general managers make under pressure to the performance metrics owners rely on, this conversation reveals which strategies truly move the needle for hotel operations. Topics discussed: The realities of hotel labor scheduling for GMs Why some labor metrics fail to reflect operational performance Data-driven approaches to managing staffing more effectively How better labor insights can improve efficiency and profitability Guest: Kelsey Higginbotham, Vice President of Customer Operations – Inn-Flow

April 21, 202637 min

On Demand Episode 63 – McKibbon Hospitality at 100: A Century of Hotel Growth and Leadership

What does it take to build and sustain a hospitality company for 100 years? In this special episode of LODGING OnDemand, we celebrate the 100th anniversary of McKibbon Hospitality, featuring insights from two of its leaders—J.B. McKibbon IV, President of McKibbon Equities, and Bruce Baerwalde, President of McKibbon Hospitality.

April 1, 202637 min

On Demand Episode 62 – What’s Next for Hospitality in 2026? Industry Leaders Weigh In

In this special Women’s History Month episode of LODGING OnDemand, and as a capstone to our Women in Lodging series, a powerhouse panel of hospitality leaders shares expert insights on the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of hotel operations, development, and guest experience. As the industry continues to evolve, these executives offer a candid look at how to navigate change and stay ahead.

February 27, 202633 min

On Demand Episode 61 – The Tech Behind Smarter Hotel Ops

In this episode of LODGING On Demand, Jeff Bzdawka , CEO of Hapi , sits down with LODGING Senior Contributing Editor Jennifer Glatt to explore the tech side of hotel operations. He shares what’s keeping General Managers up at night, how better data connectivity can simplify daily decision-making, and where operators are seeing the biggest wins in efficiency and margins.

November 19, 202530 min

On Demand Episode 60 – Garment Management

In this episode of Lodging OnDemand, Shane Bartholomew , hospitality and gaming director for the east region, and Amber Butterick , director of apparel dispensing, Cintas , speak with LODGING regarding the value of uniforms in the hotel industry, trends in their sourcing and management, as well as how Cintas’ innovative Garment Dispensing Solution is increasing efficiencies in those key areas of operations.

June 3, 202516 min

On Demand Episode 59 – Beyond the Brand Landscape

In this episode, LODGING’s Senior Editor Robin McLaughlin sits down with Mark Lomanno , partner and senior advisor at Kalibri Labs , to explore the current hospitality landscape. During the conversation, Lomanno shared key insights from Kalibri Labs’ data, the biggest trends reshaping this side of the industry, and how brands are likely to evolve over the next five to 10 years.

April 2, 202511 min

On Demand Episode 58 – Procurement Planning

In this episode, LODGING's Senior Editor Robin McLaughlin met with Emily O’Leary , senior director, BOH category optimization and centralization at Foodbuy, and Jennifer Pressley-Watts , vice president, category management at Foodbuy. They shared valuable insights into the supply chain challenges hotels face, strategies for maintaining cost efficiency, and practical advice for hoteliers seeking to enhance their procurement strategy in today’s hospitality industry.

January 27, 202517 min

On Demand Episode 57 – Operator’s Outlook

In this episode LODGING Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler catches up with Justin Jabara , president/CEO, Meyer Jabara Hotels, and Ben Campbell , president/CEO, Hospitality America. The c-level hotel executives weigh in on the current management landscape and some of the leading challenges ranging from rising operating costs to a stalled transactions market. The pair also offer their growth projections for the year ahead.

December 16, 202416 min

On Demand Episode 56 – Industry Outlook for 2025

In this episode Lodging Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler discusses what to expect in 2025 from an industry perspective with Eric Jacobs , chief global growth officer, Aimbridge Hospitality, and Michael Blank , principal, Woodmont Lodging. The veteran duo offer their projections on what they expect to drive growth in the year ahead, as well as how recent economic and political events continue to shape current conditions.