In this episode, hosts David Millili and Steve Carran, sit down for a fast-paced and insightful conversation with Steven Kinsley, President of Kinsley Meetings. From his beginnings as a Ski Bum in Vail to leading a nationally recognized meetings and events company, Steve shares stories, lessons, and perspectives shaped by decades in hospitality and association event planning.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Fun lightning-round questions: golf skills, favorite emoji, good wine, and time travel to 1947.
- Growing up in Boulder & California, discovering community, and how early experiences shaped his career.
- Launching Kinsley Meetings and focusing on associations after the 2008 downturn.
- Leadership philosophy: supporting teams, fostering independence, and building long-term relationships.
- How meetings and events have evolved post-pandemic—objectives, engagement, personalization, and networking.
This episode blends personal storytelling, career insights, and industry thought leadership—perfect for hoteliers, event planners, and anyone curious about the future of hospitality and meetings.
Watch the FULL EPISODE on YouTube: https://youtu.be/MXPK3XYsvm4
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The Modern Hotelier is produced, edited, and published by Make More Media
Links:
Steven Kinsley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skinsley/
Kinsley Meetings: https://www.kinsleymeetings.com/
For full show notes head to: https://themodernhotelier.com/episode/210
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