Matt Talks Hospitality
Welcome to Matt Talks Hospitality, where every episode is tailored for hoteliers.
Your host, Matt Welle, Mews CEO, has spent over two decades in the hospitality industry. He shares valuable lessons and insights to help you fine-tune and improve your business. He brings together hospitality and tech experts to dive into hotel operations, revenue management, and more.
As the CEO of the hospitality software company Mews, he's excited to be making a mark on an industry which is as old as mankind. Its an industry that desperately needs a new generation of thinkers to drive innovation. He believes technology should not alienate personal relationships, it should rather help facilitate better and more personal service.
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Learn more about Matt Welle: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthijswelle/
Episodes
18 episodes
Matt Talks - Why multi currency matters in hospitality
In this episode, Matt sits down with Susanne Sandler, GM of Fintech at Mews, to talk about brand-new feature Multicurrency. The pair discuss the challenges cross-border payments create for international guests – from unfamiliar currencies to hi...
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23:16
Matt Talks - User disengagement in hospitality
User Disengagement might not be the most exciting term, but it plays a crucial role in shaping guest experiences. Matt shares his insights on the topic with a comparison to TikTok. It can mean the difference between seamless, personalized s...
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28:57
Matt Talks - Macro trends and their impacts to the travel industry
In this conversation between Matt and Wouter Geerts, Director of Market Research at Mews, they talk about big-picture trends affecting the global economy. They discuss economic, political development and consumer sentiment and how this impacts ...
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26:46
Matt talks - Driving total revenue per available guest
In this episode Matt dives into some fresh takes on hotel revenue and why the lifetime value of a guest really matters. He breaks down what actually drives performance, what motivates guests to spend more, and how hoteliers can tap into those o...
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25:04
Matt talks - Mews Product Roadmap 2025 with Josef [Pepa] Starýchfojtů
In this episode, Matt Welle is joined by Mews CTPO Pepa [Josef] Starýchfojtů to chat about the upcoming plans for Mews product line-up in 2025. It's a chance to learn more about our commitment to advancing and transforming both hospitality tech...
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59:24
Matt Talks - Building a high performing hotel tech stack with Timur Dikman
In this episode, Matt and Solutions Architect Lead Timur Dikmam from Mews, explore the core of a thriving hotel ecosystem—the Property Management System (PMS). From seamless distribution and accounting to automated pricing (with half of hotels ...
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44:22
Matt Talks - Hiring, retaining and motivating staff with Mews CPO, Naomi Trickey
Matt sits down with Mews Chief People Officer, Naomi Trickey, for a deep dive into employer branding, staffing, and growth. They discuss the power of engaging work, dynamic career paths, and upskilling, all while highlighting the importance of ...
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48:20
Matt Talks - 5 strategies for hotel revenue growth
In this episode of Matt Talks, we take a deep dive into five powerful strategies that hoteliers can use to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability. Whether you're a boutique hotel, a large chain, or somewhere in between, this episode is...
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37:48
Matt Talks - The power of AI in hospitality, with Conor Winders
In this episode, Matt chats with Conor Winders, VP of Product & Engineering at Mews, on AI's impact in hospitality. They discuss cutting-edge travel tech, AI adoption, and the future of invisible hospitality.Curious about AI opportu...
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45:27
Matt Talks - The art of upselling in hospitality
Upselling is a game-changer for boosting hotel revenue—but let’s be honest, it can feel awkward for both staff and guests. This week, Matt reveals how to turn upselling into a seamless, high-converting opportunity. From the best moments to upse...
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24:41
Matt Talks - Boosting guest loyalty in hotels
Guest loyalty isn’t just about stacking up points and perks—it’s about crafting unforgettable moments that keep guests coming back for more (and telling their friends!). It’s one of Matt’s favorite topics, and he’s sharing some top tips and key...
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Episode 8
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35:42
Matt Talks - Door locks in hospitality with our in house door lock guru - Adam Britton
In this episode, we’re unlocking one of the biggest challenges in hotel operations—literally! Our in-house door lock guru is here to crack open the world of hotel locks, where outdated hardware can stick around for decades, limiting opportuniti...
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Episode 7
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37:19
Matt Talks - Payments innovation in hospitality
Matt reveals how embedded payments are transforming the guest experience—and your bottom line. He’ll challenge the way you think about pre-authorizations, show you why direct bookings are more valuable than ever, and share how to finally put an...
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Episode 6
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25:30
Matt Talks - Data driven insights for hospitality operations
Matt’s passion for data is a constant at Mews, and today, we’re excited to share it with a broader audience. Data is a powerful tool—not only for advancing our business but for driving yours forward as well. Matt explores how hotels can leverag...
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Episode 6
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25:48
Matt Talks - Our Big Bets for hospitality in 2025
In this session of Matt Talks, we’ll explore four pivotal global trends that are set to influence the hospitality sector in 2025: the rise of AI adoption, evolving productivity strategies, growing reliance on OTAs, and the expansion of diversif...
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Episode 4
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24:04
Matt Talks - Kiosks impact on hospitality
A kiosk can offer a simple low-cost solution to eliminate check-in queues, improve efficiency – even with reduced staff, and unlock extra revenue for a hotel. Hear from Matt who offers some advice on the secrets to kiosk success.To watch th...
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Episode 3
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32:40
Matt Talks - Direct bookings and hotel website strategies
Direct bookings and hotelsYour website isn’t just a place for guests to learn about your property—it’s also a direct booking powerhouse. But how do you build a site that truly works? And more importantly, how do you do it well? Matt shares ...
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32:04
Matt Talks - Digital guest journey for hotels
In this episode of Matt Talks, we explore the evolution of the digital guest journey and how it has reshaped the hospitality industry. Matt takes us back to where it all started for Mews, sharing insights into the company’s vision fo...
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