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Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

Vibrant Management

132 episodes

5 days ago

Kick off 2026 with Meagan and Cody as they dive into everything you need to start the new year strong in boutique hospitality. This special New Year’s Day episode is all about fresh energy, new goals, and smart upgrades to set your property apart. 🔹 Segment 1: New Year Guest Vibes Learn what guests are expecting in the new year and how to match those fresh vibes to boost guest satisfaction and bookings. 🔹 Segment 2: Quick Upgrades for a Fresh Start Simple, actionable upgrades you can make n...

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Kick off 2026 with Meagan and Cody as they dive into everything you need to start the new year strong in boutique hospitality. This special New Year’s Day episode is all about fresh energy, new goals, and smart upgrades to set your property apart. 🔹 Segment 1: New Year Guest Vibes Learn what guests are expecting in the new year and how to match those fresh vibes to boost guest satisfaction and bookings. 🔹 Segment 2: Quick Upgrades for a Fresh Start Simple, actionable upgrades you can make n...

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Episodes (20/132)

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

🎧 Episode 22: New Year, New Stays: Fresh Starts in Boutique Hospitality

Kick off 2026 with Meagan and Cody as they dive into everything you need to start the new year strong in boutique hospitality. This special New Year’s Day episode is all about fresh energy, new goals, and smart upgrades to set your property apart. 🔹 Segment 1: New Year Guest Vibes Learn what guests are expecting in the new year and how to match those fresh vibes to boost guest satisfaction and bookings. 🔹 Segment 2: Quick Upgrades for a Fresh Start Simple, actionable upgrades you can make n...

4 days ago

10 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

🎄 Episode 21: Holiday Hospitality & Christmas Movie Showdown

In this Christmas-morning episode, Cody & Meagan dive into what makes a stay truly special at the holidays — from guest expectations to festive touches — and wrap things up with their own Christmas movie showdown 🎬. 🎁 What’s Inside: 🔹 Segment 1: What Guests Want for Christmas A warm welcome, cozy ambiance, and thoughtful touches that turn a stay into a holiday memory.How small hotels and rentals can anticipate guest needs during the holidays.🔹 Segment 2: Holiday Touches Guests Remember Id...

1 week ago

13 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

🎧 Episode 20: The Hidden Power of Asset Management — Featuring Walter Peseski of Garfield Public/Private

In this episode, Cody sits down with special guest Walter Peseski (LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/walter-peseski/), Senior Vice President of Asset Management at Garfield Public/Private—one of the most respected firms in the development and public/private partnership space. With more than 30 million square feet developed, over $11 billion in financing structured, and $2 billion in successful public/private projects, Garfield brings unmatched expertise to how hospitality assets are mana...

2 weeks ago

51 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

🎧 Episode 19: Story-Driven Hospitality Branding

In this episode, Cody & Meagan dive into the powerful role storytelling plays in hospitality branding. A great story can turn a stay into an experience—and create lasting emotional connections with your guests. They break down how to craft a compelling brand story that truly resonates and builds loyalty. 🔹 Segment 1: Why Story Matters Why do stories stick? Cody & Meagan explain how stories shape guest expectations, create emotional bonds, and differentiate your property in a crowded ...

3 weeks ago

17 minutes

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🎧 Episode 18: Smart Upsells Without Feeling Slimy

In this episode, Cody & Meagan tackle one of the trickiest parts of hospitality—upselling. When done poorly, upselling can feel pushy or “slimy” to guests, but when done right, it can enhance the guest experience and boost your revenue. Cody & Meagan break down how to make upsells feel natural, helpful, and even welcome—so your guests feel cared for, not sold to. 🔹 Segment 1: What Makes an Upsell Feel Bad Explore common pitfalls that turn upselling into an annoyance, and why guests r...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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🎧 Episode 17: Turkey, Touchdowns & Trash Talk: Our Ultimate Thanksgiving Draft

Thanksgiving Special! In this festive episode, Cody & Meagan celebrate the holiday by going head-to-head in a Thanksgiving Snake Draft to build the best Thanksgiving dish lineup ever. Meagan drafts: Turkey, Ham, Hand-Made Rolls, Gravy, Broccoli Casserole, Cranberries & Funeral Potatoes. Cody drafts: Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Brisket, Homemade Mac & Cheese, Salad, Deviled Eggs & Homemade Apple Pie. Who built the better Thanksgiving plate? Let us know in the comme...

1 month ago

12 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

🎧 Episode 16: Reputation Management in 2026: Responding, Recovering & Reinforcing Trust

In this episode, Cody & Meagan dive into one of the most mission-critical topics for hotels heading into 2026: Reputation Management. Guest expectations are higher than ever—and reviews now live everywhere, from Google to TikTok to niche travel communities. Whether you're a boutique inn or a full-scale resort, your reputation is your revenue. Cody & Meagan break down the exact framework Vibrant uses to help properties protect, strengthen, and rebuild trust with guests—no matter what c...

1 month ago

16 minutes

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Season 3, Episode 15: The Greatest Hits — Our Most Downloaded Episodes from Every Year!a

In this special episode, Cody takes a nostalgic (and inspiring!) look back at the most downloaded Vibrant Guest Management Podcast episodes from each of the last four years. From the very first season to the latest breakthroughs in AI, these episodes represent the best conversations, insights, and moments our listeners couldn’t get enough of. Here are the top picks: 🏨 Tools You Need to Get Started in Hospitality (July 12, 2022) 👉 Listen Here 📈 4 Ways To Boost Your Hotel Advertising with Dir...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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🎃 Episode 14: Scare Screen Picks: Cody’s Top 5 Halloween Movies (with IMDB links!)

Just in time for Halloween, Cody gets spooky and shares his top 5 all-time Halloween movies. These are films that deliver chills, laughs, nostalgia—and a little bit of magic for the season. Here’s the lineup: Halloween (1978) — IMDBThe Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) — IMDBHocus Pocus - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0107120/?ref_=ls_t_1Halloweentown — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0173886/Beetlejuice — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094721/Cody talks about what makes each film special—the s...

2 months ago

10 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

Season 3, Episode 13: The Top 5 Digital Must-Haves to Maximize Your Property’s Success

In this episode, Cody breaks down the Top 5 Digital Must-Haves every hotel, resort, and boutique property needs to thrive in today’s hospitality landscape. Whether you’re a small independent inn or managing multiple properties, these digital essentials will help you drive bookings, boost visibility, and stay ahead of the competition. From building a high-converting website to mastering your review strategy and leveraging paid ads, Cody shares real, actionable steps you can implement today to ...

2 months ago

20 minutes

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Season 3, Episode 12: How Hotel Pontotoc Set the Gold Standard for New Hotel Openings

In this episode, Cody dives into one of the most exciting and buzzworthy new hotel openings in the country — the highly anticipated Hotel Pontotoc. With its stunning design, rich history, and tagline “Clean Sheets, Shady Past,” this boutique gem in downtown Memphis is redefining what a modern historic property can be. Cody walks listeners through everything Hotel Pontotoc did right during their launch — from crafting an unforgettable guest experience to building a strong online presence and a...

2 months ago

11 minutes

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Season 3, Episode 11: Five-Star Service with a Two-Person Team

In this episode of the Virtual GM Podcast, Meagan and Cody dive into one of the biggest challenges small properties face: delivering luxury-level service with a lean team. Drawing on Vibrant’s experience managing boutique hotels, they share strategies that prove you don’t need a massive staff to create an unforgettable guest experience. Here’s what we cover: Segment 1: The Small Team Advantage – why fewer hands can actually create more consistency.Segment 2: High-Impact Guest Moments – identi...

2 months ago

23 minutes

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Season 3, Episode 10: Transforming Guest Engagement with SuitePad featuring Moritz von Petersdorff-Campen

In this episode of the Virtual GM Podcast, Cody sits down with special guest Moritz von Petersdorff-Campen, Co-Founder & Managing Director of SuitePad . SuitePad is redefining the in-room guest experience with its award-winning tablet solution, designed to increase engagement, streamline communication, and boost hotel profitability. Moritz shares the SuitePad story, how it started, where it’s headed, and the tangible impact it can have on your hotel’s bottom line. If you’ve been looking f...

3 months ago

26 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

Season 3, Episode 9: Chaos to Consistency: Building SOPs That Save You Hours

In this episode of the Virtual GM Podcast, Cody & Meagan tackle one of the least glamorous—but most powerful—tools in hospitality: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). SOPs may not sound exciting, but they are the backbone of consistency, efficiency, and guest satisfaction. We break it all down: Segment 1: Why SOPs Matter for Small HotelsSegment 2: Where to StartSegment 3: Creating SOPs QuicklySegment 4: Getting Staff Buy-InSegment 5: Avoiding SOP OverloadWhether you’re running a boutiqu...

3 months ago

15 minutes

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Season 3, Episode 8: Revenue Without the Rush: Simple Strategies to Boost Boutique Hotel Profitability

In this episode, Cody and Meagan reveal Vibrant’s proven secrets to revenue success in boutique hospitality. Segment 1: The Boutique Revenue Mindset – how independent hotels can thrive without competing like the big brands.Segment 2: Hidden Revenue Streams – think late check-out/early check-in fees, in-room add-on packages, and curated experiences that elevate the guest stay.Segment 3: Direct Booking Power Plans – exclusive perks for booking direct, website optimization tips, and how to re-en...

3 months ago

19 minutes

Virtual GM - A Hotel Management Podcast

🎙️ Season 3, Episode 7 — Our Favorite Vacation Spots

In this fun and travel-packed episode, Meagan and Cody share their all-time favorite vacation spots — the destinations that keep them inspired, relaxed, and always ready for their next adventure. From luxury resorts to scenic escapes, these are the places we can’t stop talking about. We cover: 🏨 Luxury Resorts We Love — Arizona Biltmore (Website), The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota (Website), Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills (Website), and The Waterfront Beach Resort (Website). 🏞 Nature Escapes — ...

3 months ago

21 minutes

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🎙️ Season 3, Episode 6 — Room to Remember: How Hotel GMs Can Elevate the In-Room Experience

In this episode, Cody and Meagan dive into one of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, areas of hospitality — the in-room guest experience. As hotel GMs, creating spaces that guests remember (and rave about) can be the ultimate driver of loyalty and revenue. We cover: 1️⃣ First, Get the Basics Right — Cleanliness, comfort, and functionality are non-negotiable. 2️⃣ Designing for Emotion, Not Just Looks — How to create rooms that connect on a deeper, more memorable level. 3️⃣ Wellne...

4 months ago

20 minutes

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🎙️ Season 3, Episode 5 — Do More with Less: How Small Hotels Can Operate Like Big Brands — Without the Overhead

In this episode, Cody and Meagan break down how small hotels can punch above their weight and deliver big-brand guest experiences without bloated costs or layers of management. We dive deep into: 1️⃣ The Reality of Running Lean — Why small hotels must embrace efficiency to stay competitive. 2️⃣ Core Systems That Create Freedom — The technology stack and operational processes that free you from constant firefighting. 3️⃣ Rethinking Staffing & Guest Service — How to maximize your te...

4 months ago

20 minutes

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🎙️ Season 3, Episode 4 — Brewing Innovation with Ted Ayliffe, CEO of Coulee Coffee

🎙️ Season 3, Episode 4 — Brewing Innovation with Ted Ayliffe, CEO of Coulee Coffee In this episode, Cody is joined by Ted Ayliffe, the visionary CEO behind Coulee Coffee — a coffee company that’s changing the way hospitality delivers quality, consistency, and an unforgettable guest experience. Cody and Ted first crossed paths at BITAC Owners earlier this year, and it was immediately clear that Coulee Coffee wasn’t just another coffee brand — it’s a revolutionary product built for hotels, reso...

4 months ago

23 minutes

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🎙️ Season 3, Episode 3 — BITAC Owners, HOTEC, and the Coolest Coffee Company Ever

In this episode, Cody shares highlights from his recent hospitality event double-header — kicking things off at BITAC Owners in Tucson, Arizona, held at the stunning JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass, and wrapping up with his first-ever HOTEC at the iconic Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. These events were packed with incredible people, fresh ideas, and unforgettable experiences that are shaping the future of independent hospitality. But one standout moment? Discovering the coolest coffee company ev...

4 months ago

13 minutes