Sustainable Hospitality Podcast
Attention hospitality professionals! Juggling the endless responsibilities of running a successful hotel business while trying to prioritize sustainability can feel like an impossible task. The Sustainable Hospitality Podcast is here to help you navigate this challenging landscape and make sustainability an achievable goal for your business.
Hosted by industry experts Amy Wald and Kathy Sue McGuire, ISSP-SA, this weekly podcast features engaging interviews, actionable insights, and real-world success stories from the world of sustainable hospitality. Tune in every week to discover how you can balance profitability, guest satisfaction, attract talent and achieve environmental responsibility in your hospitality business.
We will break down the myths that sustainability is time consuming and costly. You will also learn about regulations, standards and frameworks to be on the lookout for.
Sustainability has a ROI and a true business case and we are here to tell you all about it. From the right certification for your hotel to telling your story without the fear of greenwashing we will give you the insights and confidence you need!
We are your sales and marketing teams new best friend in order to ensure your organization can win those RFP's.
Need to streamline, and understand ESG reporting? We have it all covered!
From sustainable procurement to IOT, we have all the information you need to adopt the iniatives and strategies required to not get left behind in this competitive and evolving market!
Whether you're a hotel owner, manager, or hospitality professional looking to implement eco-friendly practices, reduce your carbon footprint, and attract sustainably-conscious minded guests, the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast is your go-to resource for all things green hospitality.
Join us as we explore the latest trends, best practices, and innovative strategies for creating a more sustainable and successful future for the hospitality industry.
Sustainable Hospitality Podcast
Episode #61: Building Sustainability without Sacrifice
In this episode, Glenn Mandziuk, CEO of the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, explores how the hospitality industry can become a catalyst for global change by embracing sustainability and creating a "net positive" impact. With over 25 years of expertise in destination management, economic development, and sustainable tourism, Mandziuk shares actionable strategies and insights on how the sector can balance environmental stewardship, community support, and workforce well-being.
Mandziuk highlights how the hospitality industry has a unique opportunity to prioritize living ecosystems over exploitation and lead the charge in sustainability. He discusses the rise of customer expectations for sustainable practices and how forward-thinking businesses can "future-proof" themselves by adapting to emerging regulations and shifting market demands.
Listeners will also learn about the resources and tools available through the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, which is empowering hospitality professionals to take meaningful first steps toward sustainability. From giving back to local communities and protecting ecosystems to ensuring fair treatment of workers, Mandziuk outlines how businesses can achieve sustainability while creating long-term value.
Key Takeaways:
Quote: One of the biggest challenges we have is that a lot of the green products on the list are more expensive than the rest. The only way to grind that cost down is scale of investment.
Show Notes:
- The Net Positive - The ways that we can accomplish sustainability without abusing workers. Additionally, it’s all about giving back to the community such as protecting the local ecosystem or helping the disadvantaged.
- The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance - It’s already happening. Customers are starting to expect sustainability, so why not adopt it now? This is one of the few industries that puts value in a living tree over a dead one, so this industry will be the one to lead global change.
- Future Proofing - It’s worth investing in sustainability now as various countries begin to pass laws enforcing it, and customers start to demand it more. That way, the hospitality industry is ahead of the curve.
- How Do You Get Started? - Connect on the Alliance website! You can find the basics there and talk with someone about starting. Take it to upper management if you’re an employee.
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