Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast
Welcome to Virtual GM, the ultimate podcast for anyone looking to elevate their game in the modern hospitality industry! Whether you're a boutique hotel owner, VRBO manager, Airbnb administrator, front desk staff, or just someone trying to navigate the ever-changing landscape of the hospitality world, this podcast is for you! Each episode is packed with valuable insights, expert advice, and real-life stories from industry leaders and innovators. We'll cover everything from how to effectively market your property and increase bookings, to how to provide top-notch customer service and stand out in a crowded market. But it's not all business - we'll also be having a lot of fun along the way. Expect witty banter, relatable anecdotes, and plenty of laughs as we take a fresh and entertaining approach to discussing the hospitality industry. Produced and distributed by Vibrant Management - a company dedicated to helping hoteliers and vacation rental managers thrive in the modern world - Virtual GM is your go-to source for all things hospitality. So, join us, and let's elevate your game! and visit us on our website: www.thevibrantteam.com
Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast
🎧 Episode 31: AI, Authenticity & Bookings — How Hotels Can Win With Bonafide AI
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In this episode, Cody sits down with Jason Jenkins, Vice President of Sales at Bonafide AI, to unpack one of the most important shifts happening in hospitality today: how artificial intelligence is reshaping exposure, trust, and bookings.
AI isn’t coming—it’s already here. The question is whether hotels will use it to their advantage or get left behind.
Jason and Cody dive into how Bonafide AI is helping hospitality brands cut through the noise, build authentic visibility, and convert attention into real bookings.
🔹 Segment 1: The Real Impact of AI on Hospitality
Jason breaks down how AI is changing the way guests discover hotels, evaluate trust, and make booking decisions. From search behavior to content credibility, this segment sets the foundation for what hoteliers need to understand now.
🔹 Segment 2: Exposure That Actually Converts
Not all visibility is created equal. Jason explains how Bonafide AI helps properties show up in meaningful, trusted places—creating exposure that leads to action, not just impressions.
🔹 Segment 3: Authenticity in an AI-Driven World
With so much automated content online, authenticity matters more than ever. Jason shares how hotels can leverage AI without losing their voice, their story, or their credibility.
🔹 Segment 4: How Hotels Can Start Using AI Today
Cody and Jason close with practical ways operators can begin harnessing AI as a new channel for marketing, distribution, and bookings—without overwhelming their teams.
Whether you’re AI-curious or already experimenting, this episode will help you understand how to use technology thoughtfully, strategically, and profitably in hospitality.
🔗 Learn More & Connect with Jason
Bonafide AI Website:
https://www.bonafide.ai/
Jason Jenkins on LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-jenkins/
Email Jason directly:
jason@bonafide.ai
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