Tuesday's Thanks Podcast
IF IT'S TUESDAY,
WHO HAVE YOU
THANKED TODAY?
A weekly podcast, Tuesday’s Thanks, introduces the listeners to a wide variety of business professionals who discuss the importance of a person or persons that played a pivotal role in their career. Through fun and informative discussions, the host, Brian Proctor, takes the guest through their career and provides them the opportunity to Thank that special person and reflect on how that individual affected their path and what they learned from them.
My Story
Hi, I’m Brian Proctor, your host for Tuesday’s Thanks. Born and raised in Montreal, Canada I was bit by the Hospitality bug at an early age. My career started at the Westin Hotel in Calgary, Alberta and spanned across both Canada and the United States with too many stops to count.
You either love working in the Hospitality Industry or it’s not for you. My career took me around the world with global brands like Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Bridgestreet Global Housing allowing me to meet a wide variety of amazing people. Now, I look forward to bringing these people to life and sharing their stories with you.
" Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it. "
William Arthur Ward
Season 2
Popular Episodes
Episode 14: Ashli Johnson
In this episode, Brian is joined by Ashli Johnson, the inaugural Executive Director for the Howard University School of Business’s Marriott – Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership. Created in the honor of former Marriott President & CEO, Arne M. Sorenson, it was his mission to create greater opportunity for all and build a more diverse and inclusive workforce in the hospitality industry. Listen in to hear who Ashli thanks for helping her along the way.
Episode 13: Thom Geshay
In this episode, Brian is joined by Thom Geshay, CEO & President of Davidson Hospitality Group. A truly rare “unicorn”, Thom has spent his entire hospitality career with Davidson, starting as a bellman while he attended NC State University and working his way up to CEO. Listen in to hear who Thom thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 12: Brian Proctor - Thanksgiving 2022
In this Thanksgiving Week episode, join Brian as he reflects on the first season and a half of the show, shares some stories and thanks some key people for the success of the show. Listen in to hear who Brian thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 11: Dan Surette
In this episode, Brian is joined by Daniel C. Surette, Chief Sales Officer with Omni Hotels & Resorts. The consummate sales leader, Dan takes us through his journey from his unlikely start at the Sheraton PGA National to his current role at Omni. Listen in to hear who Dan thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 10: Rob Kline
In this episode, Brian is joined by Rob Kline, CEO and Co-Founder of the Chartres Lodging Group. With over 9 billion of capital invested in the hotel sector, Rob is recognized as a proactive turnaround investor and a leading asset manager. Listen in to hear who Rob thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 9: Marcus Reinders
In this episode, Brian is joined by Marcus Reinders, CEO of NV Hotel Holdings. Based in Auckland, NZ Hotel Holdings is a partnership formed in 2019 to facilitate investment in tourism assets in New Zealand. Currently they have investments in seven hotels in the major New Zealand markets with more on the way. Listen in to hear who Marcus thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 8: John Ferguson
In this episode, Brian is joined by John Ferguson, Chief Human Resources Officer for NASCAR. With more than 70 years of on track success, NASCAR has become an international racing juggernaut with series in Mexico, Europe, and Canada. Listen in to hear who John thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 7: James Filtz
In this episode, Brian is joined by James Filtz, the current President of NACE, The National Association for Catering & Events. Founded in 1958, NACE continues to be the go-to resource and community for catering and event professionals nationwide. Listen in to hear who James thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 6: Graeme Davis
In this episode, Brian is joined by Graeme Davis, President of Baha Mar – The Bahamas newest luxury resort destination with three iconic oceanfront hotels – A Grand Hyatt, a Rosewood and an SLS. In addition to the hotels, there is the largest and most elegant casino in the Caribbean, a 15-acre luxe water park, two world class spas, a Jack Nicklaus designed golf course and over 25 restaurants. Listen in to hear who Graeme thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 5: Simone Dulies
In this episode, Brian is joined by Simone Dulies, General Manager at the Hotel Bristol, a Luxury Collection Hotel located in the heart of Vienna. The Hotel Bristol, an art deco gem, has been one of Vienna’s prime addresses ever since it opened back in 1892. Listen in to hear who Simone thanks for helping her along the way.
Episode 4: John Peyton
In this episode, Brian is joined by John Peyton, CEO of Dine Brands Global, the parent company to two of the most iconic American restaurant brands – Applebee’s Grill & Bar and IHOP. With over 3,400 locations in 16 countries, DINE is one of the world’s largest full-service dining companies. Listen in to hear who John thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 3: Anjali Agarwal
In this episode, Brian is joined by Anjali Agarwal, the former COO of Autocamp, the hospitality company that is changing how you think about a boutique hotel experience. Rooted in the timeless American tradition of hitting the road, Auto Camp properties take everything that’s great about sleeping in the wilderness and makes it even better with impeccable design. Listen in to hear who Anjali thanks for helping her along the way.
Episode 2: Oliver Bonke
In this episode, Brian is joined by Oliver Bonke, CEO of Frankfurt based Deutsche Hospitality, the umbrella brand of 8 unique hotel brands with over 160 hotels on three continents. Tune in to hear Oliver’s journey from his simple hospitality beginnings to his many Global leadership roles. Listen in to hear who Oliver thanks for helping him along the way.
Episode 1: Scott Colby
In the Season Two opener, Brian chats with Scott Colby, owner of Say it with Gratitude and author of the book The Grateful Entrepreneur. Tune in to hear how a trip to Guatemala in 2014 changed Scott’s life forever and how he has carried his learnings forward in this inspirational episode. Listen in to hear who Scott thanks for helping him along the way.
Season One
Popular Episodes
BRIAN PROCTOR
Just a quick note from Brian as Season One comes to a close. Listen in for his Thanks as well as a sneak peek into Season Two which is scheduled to return on Tuesday, September 6th.
CARLA MURRAY
In this episode, Brian is joined by Carla Murray, President, U.S. Western Region, Full Service Hotels & Resorts at Marriott International. With oversight of hotels and resorts from Ohio to California, Carla is one of the most influential women in the hotel business today. Listen in to see who Carla thanks for helping her along the way.
COREY CAMPBELL
In this episode, Brian is joined by Corey Campbell, Founder and CEO of Akamai Training & Consulting, a Honolulu-based company specializing in the design and development of custom-programming to enhance organization’s leadership and customer service skills. Listen in to see who Corey thanks for helping him along the way.
We can list him as Corey Campbell – CEO, Akamai Training. If that will fit.
We can list him as Corey Campbell – CEO, Akamai Training. If that will fit.
TIA GRAHAM
In this episode, Brian is joined by Tia Graham, Founder and Chief Happiness Officer at Arrive at Happy and author of the best-selling book, Be A Happy Leader which inspires readers to prioritize and elevate their personal happiness and create lasting career success through an easy to follow, 8-step methodology. Listen in to see who Tia thanks for helping her along the way.
ALEX CABANAS
In this episode, Brian is joined by Alex Cabanas, President of the newly formed Pyramid Global Hospitality. Having successfully managed the merger of Benchmark Global Hospitality and the Pyramid Hotel Group, the new company is poised to offer a wider range of specialized services with revenues north of $3 Billion. Listen in to see who Alex thanks for helping him along the way.
MICHAEL ZAGER
In this episode, Brian is joined by Michael Zager, CEO and Founder of MZ Management Consulting Middle East and Managing Director of Hospitality360de. A truly international leader in the Hospitality world, Michael brings over 35 years of experience throughout Europe and the Middle East. Listen in to see who Michael thanks for helping him along the way.
TIFFANY COOPER
In this episode, Brian is joined by Tiffany Cooper, Senior Vice President, Development – Americas at Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. Tiffany accidentally finds herself in the hotel business as a young lady fresh out of school and then proceeds on a great journey to return to her first company in a senior leadership role. Listen in to see who Tiffany thanks for helping her along the way,
COLLEEN KEATING
In this episode, Brian is joined by Colleen Keating, CEO of FirstKey Homes. After a very successful career in the Hotel Business, Colleen has recently made the move into the Residential Home Rental space with FirstKey Homes, a leading and growing provider of well-kept single-family rental homes nationwide. Listen in to see who Colleen thanks for helping her along the way.
DAN KAPLAN
In this episode, Brian is joined by Dan Kaplan, CEO at Sierra Land Group. With over 35 years in the Hospitality field Dan leads a diverse group of companies at Sierra Land Group as well as being a major fund raiser with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Listen in to see who Dan thanks for helping him along the way.
MIA KYRICOS
In this episode, Brian is joined by Mia Kyricos, President & Chief Love Officer at Kyricos & Associates. A globally respected thought leader in the business of wellness and brand strategy, Mia leverages decades of experience developing, operating, and marketing wellness-related brands, products, services, facilities, and communities across 100+ countries to strategically advise c-suite clients. Listen in to see who Mia thanks for helping her along the way.
JIM MCPARTLIN
In this episode, Brian is joined by Jim McPartlin, Chief People Officer at Highgate Hotels and author of the book The Enneagram at Work: Unlocking the Power of Type to Lead and Succeed. Jim shares his journey through the corridors of the hotel business and academia. Listen in to see who Jim thanks for helping him along the way.
MICHIEL BAKKER
In this episode, Brian is joined by Michiel Bakker, Vice President, Global Workplace Programs at Google. Michiel shares his journey from his native the Netherlands to the United States where he became a global leader in the hotel business and then made the move to Google where he currently oversees a massive organization that supports Googlers across the globe. Listen in to see who Michiel thanks for helping him along the way.
HENRY LUEBBERT
In this episode, Brian is joined by Henry Luebbert, Co-Founding Partner of Synergy Global Housing. With close to 500,000 apartments across 6,000 locations via their vast supply chain network, Synergy is one of the most dynamic global temporary housing platforms available today. Henry shares his journey from starting as a bellhop in a local hotel to leading a Global Hospitality company. Listen in to see who Henry thanks for helping him along the way.
WILL LOUGHRAN
In this episode, Brian is joined by Will Loughran, President of San Clemente based Evolution Hospitality. Will shares his journey from early political aspirations through his development with Marriott Hotels & Resorts to the pinnacle of the hotel third party management sector. Listen in to see who Will thanks for helping him along the way.
STEVE TURK
In this episode, Brian is joined by Steve Turk, Managing Director of Turk Hospitality Ventures. Steve shares his journey in the hot Miami hotel business and his evolvement into a successful entrepreneur as a Pod Cast Host, a partner in Tangy Management as well as launching a new local Biscayne Bay coffee company. Listen in to see who Steve thanks for helping him along the way.
BILL YETMAN
In this episode, Brian is joined by Bill Yetman, Global Head of Sales Enablement at GtmHub. Bill takes us through his career in hotel Sales and Marketing, Sales Learning and Development and eventually going out on his own as the Chief Accountability Officer at By Design Training. Through the years, Bill has had a positive impact on thousands of hotel sales professionals. Listen in to see who Bill thanks for helping him along the way.
MARK KIERANS
In this episode, Brian is joined by Mark Kierans, Senior Lecturer at Hanze University of Applied Sciences in Groningen, the Netherlands. Mark shares his journey from starting in hotels in his native Montreal to roles in the Caribbean and eventually landing in the world of academia in the Netherlands. Listen in to see who Mark thanks for helping him along the way.
DON LINDSAY
In this episode, Brian is joined by Don Lindsay, a veteran executive leader in the exciting world of tech. Working alongside the CEO’s of Apple and Blackberry to name a couple, Don was instrumental in the development and execution of “bet the company” platforms. Today, Don serves the start up community worldwide through Board & Advisory roles focused in mentoring the next generation of business and product leaders. Listen in to see who Don thanks for helping him along the way.
JESSICA HEATH
In this episode, Brian is joined by Jessica Heath, an American-Sri Lankan model, businesswoman, chef and author. Jessica recounts how she was bitten by the cooking bug at an early age and shares her experiences with her family and other chefs that helped her along her path. We talk about her cook book and favorite recipes what’s next for Jessica. Listen in to see who Jessica thanks for helping her along the way.
SEAN WORKER
In this, the first episode, Brian is joined by Sean Worker, the Managing Director of T5Strategies and author of the Adaptors: How the Travel, Tourism and Hospitality industry is adapting and innovating to connect the world. Sean shares his journey from the harbor city of Galway, Ireland through international postings in the United States and Europe. Listen in to see who Sean thanks for helping him along the way.
TUESDAY'S THANKS
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