Today's episode, David Millili and Steve Carran sit down with Travis Mckie, former pro basketball player turned champion for independent hotels at AHLA (American Hotel & Lodging Association).
Travis shares his fascinating journey from the courts of Wake Forest and international basketball leagues to leading the charge for boutique and independent hoteliers across the country. He opens up about what makes independent hotels so memorable, the shift in guest expectations, and how AHLA is reshaping its approach to support these unique properties.
Highlights include:
- What makes today’s travelers choose experience over standard
- AHLA’s new benefits and programs tailored to independent hotels
- Memorable stays like the Wigwam in Arizona
- How independent hoteliers can connect with AHLA and get involved
Tune in to hear why the future of hospitality is anything but cookie-cutter — and how leaders like Travis are making sure independent hotels have a powerful seat at the table.
Watch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/jWqwLlodqTk
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The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
Links:
Travis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-mckie-68555b209/
AHLA: https://www.ahla.com/
For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/191
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