
Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast
By Almont Global (Producer Yaroslav Gorovoy)
Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast is the unique insight into luxury hospitality of the world by those who know it best. Every week Mary Gostelow, known for travelling over 300 days a year, shares ahead-of-curve trends and talks to decision-makers. This is the indisputable tool for owners, suppliers, advisors, and all those who love luxury, with business profitability.
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Mary Gostelow Girlahead PodcastJun 01, 2023

Andre Fu - Founder of André Fu Studio
Andre Fu makes the hotel design a three-dimensional stage set.
André Fu Studio is an internationally acclaimed design studio in Hong Kong, founded by interior architect André Fu.
With an extensive portfolio of projects throughout Asia and Europe, the studio has revolutionized the concept of modern luxury with a series of projects that reflect Fu’s signature artistic perspective and timeless sensibility.

Roeland Vos - President & CEO, Belmond Ltd
Roeland Vos drives Belmond up the luxury track.

Andrea DeMarco - CEO of Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Andrea DeMarco leads Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ stylish professionalism.

Peter Wynne - Senior Vice President, Artyzen Hospitality Group
Peter Wynne is putting Artyzen on the world map.

Alison Gilmore - Portfolio Director ILTM
Alison Gilmore makes ILTM essential.

David Udell - Executive Vice President, Group President — Hyatt ASPAC
David Udell steers Hyatt into an enviable force in the Asia Pacific.

Toby Smith - Deputy Chairman at Swire Hotels
Toby Smith explains Swire’s House Collective.

SPECIAL - Floor Bleeker - Group Chief Technology Officer - Accor
Floor Bleeker explains how Accor, and the industry, can gain from the latest AI technology.

Amanda Hyndman - Area Vice President Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Hong Kong
Amanda Hyndman is the marvellously modern boss of timeless Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong.

Elie Maalouf - CEO, Americas at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)
Elie Malouf oversees IHG’s vast Americas empire.

David McKenna - President & CEO Rocky Mountaineer
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOWGIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Naomi Heaton - Chief Executive and Founder at The Other House
Naomi Heaton shares how she’s turning luxury hospitality inside out.

Josh Fluhr - Senior Vice President & Global Managing Director, EDITION Hotels
Josh Fluhr leads EDITION with boundless creativity.

Eric Trump - Executive Vice President of The Trump Organization
Eric Trump is simply passionate about luxury hospitality.

Manav Thadani - Founder Chairman at Hotelivate, Co Founder & Director at SAMHI
Sage of India’s hospitality Manav Thadani knows every secret of luxury hotels – and restaurants.

Rainer Stampfer - President of Global Operations at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
Rainer Stampfer, as Four Seasons’ Global President of Hotel Operations, now has the whole wide world in his hands.

Liv Gussing Burgess - Founder & Managing Director at Luxury Hospitality Consulting
Hear her now on Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast.

Melanie Brandman - CEO and Founder of The Brandman Agency
Melanie Brandman rules the waves of luxury promotion.

Brett Butcher - CEO of Langham
Brett Butcher, CEO of Langham, returned to luxury hotels with renewed ideas and passion.

Ronny Douek - Israeli Businessman, Social Entrepreneur and Philanthropist
Ronnie Douek shows what a techie, vinyl and wine lover can achieve when so successfully developing Six Senses Shaharut in the Israeli desert.
Ronny Douek is an Israeli businessman, social entrepreneur and philanthropist. He has founded multiple social ventures, including Zionism 2000, Sheatufim and Uru, and has served as chairman of the Israel Anti-Drug Authority. Douek lit a torch at formal torch-lighting ceremony on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem on Israel's 60th anniversary.

Wendy Perrin - Editor and Publisher
Consumer specialist Wendy Perrin moved from writing about the best to helping with the best.
Travel AdvocateTravel Advocate
TripAdvisor
Apr 2014 - Aug 2017
Director of Consumer News and Digital Community
Conde Nast Traveler
May 1989 - Apr 2014

Paolo Barletta - CEO of Gruppo Barletta, Orient Express La Dolce Vita
Paolo Barletta, who embodies Italian style, is masterminding the ultimate cruise on wheels, La Dolce Vita.

Lubosh Barta - General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Bangkok at Chao Phraya River
Lubosh Barta builds festivities at Four Seasons Bangkok around tradition and social media: hear his story.

Sylvain Ercoli - Managing Director & General Manager Bvlgari Hotel Paris
Bvlgari Hôtel Paris leader Sylvain Ercoli punches with his team to make all stakeholders more beautiful.

David Morgan-Hewitt - Managing Director of The Goring
David Morgan-Hewitt shares secrets of The Goring, the only London hotel to have Queen Elizabeth II’s Royal Warrant.

Marlene Poynder - Managing Director Rosewood Hotel Group, The Carlyle Hotel
Marlene Poynder is lady of an iconic house, Rosewood’s timeless The Carlyle in New York. How do history and today’s demanding new-generation co-exist so brilliantly?

Brian Gullbrants - President at Wynn Las Vegas & Encore
Brian Gullbrants, President at Wynn Las Vegas & Encore, writes to his 12,000 team members every day and still has time, say, to drive a Red Bull racing car through the casino. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Nick Perry - Chairman of UltraTravel
Nick Perry, as Chairman of UltraTravel, has unrivalled knowledge of all luxury hotel brands. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW
GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Stephen King - Managing Director at Barclays Capital, C12 Capital Management
Stephen King is a multi-facetted business operator who adds hotels to his portfolio. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Simon Cooper - Legendary and Passionate Hotelier
Simon Cooper’s legacy continues as he inspires hoteliers in many lands. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
Experience being a CEO Ritz Carlton, President Marriott Asia Pacific, Marriott Lodging Canada
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Chris Prelog - President at Windstar Cruises
Chris Prelog, its President, ensures Windstar is one of the friendliest brands afloat (or on land). Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST
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Attilio Marro - General Manager at Bulgari Hotels and Resorts
Attilio Marro defines brand Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.
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Albert Herrera - Executive Vice President, Partner Relations at Internova Travel Group
Albert Herrera is a brand in his own right. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Alan Watts - President - Asia Pacific at Hilton
Alan Watts heads Hilton Asia-Pacific, a multitude of time zones and a dateline. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Elizabeth Blau - CEO of Blau & Associates
Elizabeth Blau is more than food – she’s dining concepts and service that really work. Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Alex Schneider - President at Nikki Beach Global Hotel Division
Alex Schneider and Nikki Beach are the perfect pairing. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Jan Garde - Founder & Chairman THE EMBASSIES
Jan Garde extends traditional hotel boundaries. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Matthew Upchurch - Chairman and CEO of Virtuoso
Matthew Upchurch is the voice of Virtuoso, and more. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow in Raffles.

Amruda Nair - Founder of Araiya Hotels & Resorts
Amruda Nair dared to break away from the family firm - hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River.

Homi Vazifdar - Founder & Exec. Director - The Canyon Group
Homi Vazifdar disrupts but supports, and without him, such great world resorts as Amangiri would never have happened. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Rosewood.

Jan Luescher - CEO at ASMALLWORLD
Shaping the world's leading travel & lifestyle community which inspires members to travel better, experience more, and make new connections.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Langham, London.

Dr. Jeffrey O - CEO, St. Justine Hotels and Residences
Jeffrey O shows how versatility benefits every sector – hear the hotelier, author, television star and luxury assessor now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Newt.

Daniel A. Hostettler - President and CEO - The Boca Raton
Daniel Hostettler proves success in niche hotels can be replicated in such a world-leading resort as The Boca Raton - hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week about wellness.

Richard Bailey - CEO of Pacific Beachcomber and developer of The Brando
Richard Bailey is king of The Brando, and raises south Pacific on the world map - hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Vienna.

Matthias Winkler - CEO of Sacher Hotels
Matthias Winkler oversees luxury hotels in Austria and sachertorrte, loved worldwide - – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Burgenstock.

David Bowd - CEO of Salt Hotels
David Bowd had the guts to start a new hotel brand and attract people to work with him – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Vienna.

Craig Smith - Group President & Managing Director, International Division of Marriott International
Craig Smith heads nearly all the world for Marriott – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

Heather McCrory - CEO Accor, NCA
Heather McCrory heads the whole of The Americas for Accor – hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in London.

Andrew Stembridge - Executive Director at Iconic Luxury Hotels
Hear him now on, MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Zurich.

James Bermingham - CEO at Virgin Hotels
Hear him now on Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Mandarin Oriental, The Ritz, Madrid.

Hermann Elger - CEO of Forbes Travel Guide
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in 25 Hours.

Suzie Mills - Senior Vice President at Trump Hotels
Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Budapest.

Surinder Arora - Founder and Chairman at The Arora Group
Surinder Arora is a Leonardo-type who has a passion for hotels and people. English billionaire businessman in the hotel sector. He concentrates on hotels near airports, making a speciality of providing rooms for aircrew, and has close links with British Airways and a strong personal interest in aviation.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa. Chewton Glen is my dream of an English country house hotel, a world of arts, culture, and space.

Guido Polito - CEO of Baglioni Hotels
Guido Polito embodies Italian style as he leads the Baglioni brand forward. Hear him now, on GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Bath.

Adel Mardini - President and CEO of Jetex
Adel Mardini understands today's thoughtfully personalised luxury, from impactful hotels to private aviation.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Look out for the new weekly Saturday Special, this week in Berlin.

Jonathan Plutzik - Chairman & Proprietor of The Betsy-South Beach
At Miami Beach’s action-packed The Betsy, owner Jonathan combines a heritage of culture with creativity and astute business sense. Hear him now, on GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Saturday's Special from Mary Gostelow
Every Saturday Mary takes an opportunity to share hot news and updates in luxury hospitality.

Neil Jacobs - CEO of Six Senses (Part 2)
Neil Jacobs continues to evolve Six Senses. Hear him now, on GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Dillip Rajakarier - Group CEO at Minor International / CEO at Minor Hotels
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Message from Mary Gostelow
Mary took an opportunity to share her recent thoughts and updates.

Jason M. Friedman - Managing Director at J.M. Friedman & Co. - Tailored Hospitality Services
Jason Friedman is the epitomal Renaissance enthusiast we all need.
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Anthony Costa - Regional President at Caesars Palace Dubai
Hear him now on Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast.

Nils-Arne Schroeder - Vice President Luxury & Lifestyle, Asia Pacific at Hilton
Nils-Arne Schroeder wears two hats, supervising Hilton luxury in Asia Pacific and also heading, worldwide, the Conrad brand. Hear him talking Conrad, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCASTю

Stephen Alden - CEO Raffles & Orient Express, Member Executive Committee of Accor
Stephen Alden is honestly one of the most stylish luxury lifestylers.
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Cristiano Rinaldi - President at Capella Hotels and Resorts
Cristiano Rinaldi has the opportunity of a lifetime, heading two young brands, Capella and Patina, that are already making big groups sit up and think. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Sjefke Jansen - Chairman Jakarta Hotel Association
Motivation in a city’s iconic luxury hotel is not a forgone conclusion – hear tips from Sjelke Jansen at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski, Jakarta, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Luis Pinheiro - GM of Cape Town’s unique Silo Hotel
Luis Pinheiro is GM of Cape Town’s unique Silo Hotel – hear him now, on exceptional motivation challenges, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Anne Golden - General Manager of Pan Pacific London
Anne Golden, opening GM of Pan Pacific London, arrived from the beauty business. Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Alex Furrer - Setai Hotel General Manager, Miami
Alex Furrer motivates his global team at The Setai, Miami Beach with skilled and friendly Swiss understanding.
Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Mark Willis - CEO Turkey, India, Middle East and Africa at Accor
Mark Willis is CEO Turkey, India, Middle East, and Africa at Accor – how can anyone so personally oversee so many brands in all those lands? Hear this passionate Englishman now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Philippe Zuber - CEO of Kerzner (Part 2)
As its CEO, Philippe Zuber is expanding the Kerzner empire by leaps and bounds that include a link-up with A.C. Milan. Hear him once again, motivate with inspirational creativity.

Jane Mackie - Senior Vice President, Global Marketing-Luxury Brands at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®)
Jane Mackie, Senior Vice President of IHG® is a real person who understands one of the most memorable hotel brands in a luxury world.

John Oppenheimer - Founder and CEO of Columbia Hospitality
I so admire John Oppenheimer for the wide range of Columbia Hospitality, from conference centres and golf courses to a growing portfolio of ultra-friendly hotels. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Michael Newcombe - VP Global Spa & Wellness, Four Seasons
I wanted to talk to an operating GM who also oversees his company’s wellness worldwide. Hear Michael Newcombe now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Rainer Stampfer - President Hotel Operations Asia Pacific, Four Seasons
I want to continue this global Four Seasons story with an insight into Asia Pacific – hear Rainer Stampfer, President Hotel Operations Asia Pacific, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Simon Casson - Hotel Operations President - Europe, Middle East and Africa
I admire Simon Casson for leading Four Seasons throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Jeremiah Tower - Star of Netflix’s The Last Magnificent
I adore Jeremiah Tower, star of Netflix’s The Last Magnificent – he knows style, globally, and he speaks his mind (bring back serious room service, he says). Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Christmas Special Episode - by Mary Gostelow
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Bernold Schroeder - CEO Kempinski Group
Just back from ILTM - see this and next week's podcast and people are more important than ever.

Talent Special Series - Berlin
Special Series of Episodes by Mary Gostelow.

Talent Special Series - Paris
Special Series of Episodes by Mary Gostelow.

Talent Special Series - Ireland (Trump)
Special Series of Episodes by Mary Gostelow.

Talent Special Series - London (Peninsula)
Special Series of Episodes by Mary Gostelow.

Talent Special Series - Intro
Special Series of Episodes by Mary Gostelow.

Simon Naudi - CEO of International Hotels Investments (Corinthia)
I find Simon Naudi fascinating for a myriad of reasons. Hear him talking about Corinthia now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Jean-Luc Naret - Executive Director The Set Collection - CEO at JLN & CO - Former CEO of La Reserve Hotels - Former CEO Michelin Guides
I know there is something special about French style, and Jean-Luc Naret, the so-Parisen man of the luxury world, sets trends, wherever. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

The Londoner - GM Charles Oak & Krishna Singh Deer
I was amazed by The Londoner, to see how GM Charles Oak, supported by co-owner and finance specialist Krishna Singh Deer, has so quickly put this new Leicester Square hotel on the world map. Hear them now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Alexandre Desseigne-Barriere - Executive Vice President Strategy & Development at Groupe Barrière
I revel in the broad outlook of Alexandre Desseigne-Barriere, a global visionary in France’s iconic Barriere group. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Dr Yannis Alexandrides - The Founder of 111SKIN
I found talking with Dr Yannis Alexandrides so uplifting - the founder of 111SKIN realises enhancing perception of inner beauty ultimately boosts all luxury participants’ productivity.

Lorenzo Giannuzzi - CEO & General Manager Forte Village Resort
I love the way Lorenzo Giannuzzi embodies all that the luxury world loves about Italy. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Tina Edmundson - Global Brand & Marketing Officer at Marriott International
I find it amazingly-awe-inspiring that Tina Edmundson can oversee all Marriott’s 30 brands, globally. Hear her, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Floor Bleeker - Chief Technology Officer at Accor
I instinctively knew Floor Bleeker would communicate how technology boosts luxury hospitality. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Chris Norton - CEO of Equinox Hotels
Chris Norton is the hands-on brain behind the ultimate luxury lifestyle hotel brand, Equinox. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Jason Montague - President and CEO for Regent Seven Seas Cruises
I think Jason Montague shows the entire world how Regent Seven Seas can steam ahead in the new-age of global luxury. Hear him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Karen Roos - The Newt, Somerset
I admire Karen Roos for her overall love of an authentic and worthwhile life, into which design fits so magnificently. Listen to her, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Jonathan Raggett - Managing Director at Red Carnation Hotels
I believe Jonathan Raggett to be key-support-behind-the-family who makes Red Carnation the luxury hotel brand that offers an authentic sense of place and thoughtful hospitality. Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Charles Forte - Development Manager at Rocco Forte Hotels
I do believe Charles Forte holds the key to tomorrow’s proven luxury, a hotel brand with a history that is already showing the future.
Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Dan Flannery - Senior Vice President / Managing Director Edition Hotels
Dan Flannery, as MD of EDITION, is master of a lifestyle universe for eternally-young luxury leaders.

Helen McCabe-Young - Senior Vice President Marketing at Virtuoso Travel
Senior Vice President Marketing at Virtuoso Travel, Hear her now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Ho Kwon Ping - Executive Chairman of Banyan Tree
KP Ho has made Banyan Tree a universally-loved brand for today’s thoughtful lifestyle. Listen to him, now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Frank Lavey - Senior Vice President Global Operations at Hyatt Hotels
Frank Lavey is one of those admirably passionate hoteliers who has time for the world and the entire Hyatt team.

Eric Danziger - CEO at Trump Hotels
Eric Danziger is one of today’s luxury hotel legends. Listen to the custodian of Trump hospitality, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Peter Borer - COO at The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels
Peter Borer is the ever-humble leading guru of the luxury hotel world. Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Tommy Lai - CEO of GHM
GHM CEO Tommy Lai is the person to talk about the Chedi brand. Listen to him, now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Duncan O’Rourke - CEO Northern Europe at Accor
Accor’s Duncan O’Rourke has inspirational ideas for every niche of today’s new-look luxury. Listen to him, now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Jerry Inzerillo - CEO at Diriyah Gate Development Authority
I have always thought Jerry Inzerillo is the global hero of luxury hospitality needs. Listen to him, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Our First Birthday - Anniversary Episode
First-birthday thoughts for over 21,000 ardent followers in 134 countries – listen to me, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Dino Michael - Global Head of Luxury Hilton-family brands, Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and LXR
Dino Michael is a global enthusiast who bubbles with ideas for his luxury Hilton-family brands, Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and LXR. Hear him now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

This is your unique opportunity, luxury hospitality influencers of the world.
What would YOU like Mary Gostelow to cover in her special session to toast the first birthday of MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST?
Leave your comments, questions, and suggestions under this post and hear the answers on, Thursday 24th June.

Sue Harmsworth - Founder of ESPA International
Sue Harmsworth has the real story on where wellness is going, worldwide. Hear her now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Christian Boyens - Heads Urban Hotels for Le Cheval Blanc (LVMH)
Luxury visionary Christian Boyens, who heads urban hotels for Le Cheval Blanc, will shortly unveil its Paris Maison. Hear him now,
on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Christopher Cowdray - CEO of The Dorchester Collection
The Dorchester Collection is renowned throughout the luxury world for its empathy with people. Hear CEO Christopher Cowdray,
now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Kit Kemp - Founder and Creative Director of Firmdale Hotels
Firmdale Hotels are theatres, each one different, for you to be the star. Hear Firmdale’s Co-owner and Designer, Kit Kemp,
now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

James McBride - CEO of Nihi Hotels
Nihi’s James McBride is a hotelier synonymous with luxury and marketing - hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Shannon Knapp - President and CEO of Leading Hotels of the World
Leading Hotels of the World retains its pole position so I am thrilled to have its President and CEO, Shannon Knapp, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Paul Jones - CEO of Lux Collective
Paul Jones, boss of Lux Collective, is so personally stimulating. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Marc Dardenne - CEO of Luxury Brands Europe at Accor
Accor’s Marc Dardenne truly understands luxury. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Kenneth Macpherson - CEO of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Europe, Middle East, Asia and Africa
Kenneth Macpherson came to hotels from the outside world, namely the drinks business. What attracted him to the great IHG? Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Stefan Leser - CEO at Langham Hospitality Group
Stefan Leser’s eternal enthusiasm (it’s infectious). The CEO of the Langham family is based in Hong Kong, is equally at home talking art, Munich palaces and porcelain, and hotel expansion in China. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Arash Azarbarzin - CEO of SH Hotels & Resorts
Arash Azarbarzin, CEO of SH Hotels & Resorts takes Barry Sternlicht’s unique brand creations – 1 Hotels, Baccarat, and now Treehouse – soaring up for today’s new-luxury travelers. Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Message From Mary - 5th Season Announcement
5th Season is about to begin!

Bill Heinecke - CEO of Minor International Public Co Ltd
Bill Heinecke is uniquely stimulating – who else has a portfolio of hotel brands, private aviation and ships, and rescued elephants? Hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Christoph Mares - COO of Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental’s global COO Christoph Mares shares views on design and food on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Costas Christ - CEO of Beyond Green Trave
Costas Christ, sustainability king of the luxury hotel world, is CEO of Beyond Green Travel. Listen to him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Marcus Bernhardt - CEO of Deutsche Hospitality
Deutsche Hospitality is determined to be one of Europe’s top three hotel giants - hear its CEO Marcus Bernhardt on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Dr Timo Gruenert - CEO of Oetker Collection
I am delighted to be chatting with Dr Timo Gruenert, CEO of Oetker Collection – hear him now, talking about its masterpieces on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Adel Mardini - Founder & CEO of Jetex
Adel Mardini, boss of Jetex, the Dubai-based company that provides private aviation solutions for luxury travel, is this week’s guest on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Michael Henssler - COO Kempinski Hotels Asia
Michael Henssler, who heads Asia Pacific for Kempinski, shares what the company is doing in China – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Chris Gabaldon - Senior Vice President at Luxury Brands at Marriott International
Chris Gabaldon, who heads Marriott’s Luxury Brands, shares what makes one brand differ from its siblings – hear him now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Philippe Zuber - CEO of Kerzner (One&Only and Atlantis)
I always seem to coincide with Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner, over breakfast – hear his thoughts on his One&Only and Atlantis brands now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Craig Reid - CEO of Auberge
I love the way top luxury hoteliers can change brands. Longtime Four Seasons leader Craig Reid is now inspirational CEO of Auberge – hear him now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Season 4 Announcement + Message from Mary
Thank you for being with us!

Annastasia Seebohm - CEO of Quintessentially
I wanted to find out what a luxury concierge wants from luxury hotels – listen to Annastasia Seebohm, CEO of Quintessentially, now, on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Jose Silva - CEO of Jumeirah
Jose Silva, CEO of Jumeirah, is a lifetime foodie who happens also to run a luxury hotel group in many lands. Hear him now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Chris J. Cahill - Deputy CEO & CEO Hotel Operations of Accor
Chris Cahill, Deputy CEO Accor, and CEO of its luxury worldwide is one of our most admired, and yet humble, hoteliers. Hear him now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Mary Gostelow - Special Episode
I am not used to self-promotion but this week it is me, Mary Gostelow, the lead actor on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST. This is your chance to hear my life, my thoughts, and views, now.
Merry Christmas!

Albert Herrera - Senior Vice President of Virtuoso
I am thrilled that Virtuoso’s versatile hotels’ specialist Albert Herrera is now live on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST – hear his 15-minute thoughts, now.

Radha Arora - President of Rosewood Hotels & Resorts
I love talking with Radha Arora at any time, anywhere – listen to the President of Rosewood now, up live on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Daniel Levine - CEO Of New York-Based Avant-Garde Institute
I found myself talking, at dinner in Dubai last night, not about pre-COVID or even the past but what may happen in about two or five years’ time. Listen now to luxury futurist Daniel Livine, my guest this week on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Puneet Chhatwal - CEO of Indian Hotels Company Limited
I dreamed as a kid that I would grow up and live in a palace and thanks to Taj’s unique heritage palace hotels, places like Falaknuma Palace, I, like so many, have liked palace life for a couple of nights. Boss of these palaces, IHCL CEO Puneet Chhatwal, is my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Michael Batt - Founder and Chairman of Internova Travel Group
I believe in being highly topical and globally relevant, and my this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST chat is just that. As boss of New York-based Internova, Mike Batt represents over 50,000 top travel advisors. He is one of the main movers in the new verification, for suppliers worldwide, to give consumers confidence in today’s travel.

Christian Clerc - Global President of Four Seasons
I am so pleased to have Christian Clerc as my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST – as Global President of Four Seasons he knows how to make one brand, a single brand, truly a global leader

Third Season Trailer - Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast
Season 3 - Trailer

Mike Fuerstman - CEO of Pendry Hotels & Resorts
I love looking ahead, and Pendry hotels spearhead a lively generation of luxury hotels for younger-outlook travelers. Hear the brand’s CEO, Mike Fuerstman, my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Andrew Humphries - Acting CEO of Katara Hospitality
Andrew Humphries had a stellar career at Four Seasons and now he is Acting CEO of Katara Hospitality, owner of Burgenstock, which will host the 2021 World Economic Forum. Hear him on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST

Neil Jacobs - CEO of Six Senses
I truly believe Six Senses has a unique slot – it is believable wellness that also has beds (other brands are the other way round). Listen to Six Senses’ charismatic CEO, Neil Jacobs, up now on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Oliver Bonke - Regional CEO of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts
Oliver Bonke, who heads the Shangri-La word (apart from China) on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST, has fascinating insights, on the luxury brand and hotels in general.

Bob van den Oord - COO of Langham Luxury Hotels & Resorts
I have always considered Bob van den Oord one of the most creative minds in luxury hospitality, and now he has been promoted as Langham’s first-ever COO, what will this impresario do first? Listen to my guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Lindsey Ueberroth - CEO of Preferred Hotels and Resorts
I loved a girly lunch a few years ago with Lindsey Ueberroth, CEO of Preferred Hotels and Resorts, and she has since become a good friend, professionally and personally. She is a guest on this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST.

Francois Delahaye - COO of The Dorchester Collection
I have always admired French style – fashion, food and, of course, Haut-Brion and Krug. Listen to the latest MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST, featuring French leader of style, Francois Delahaye, COO of The Dorchester Collection.

Robin Hutson - CEO of The PIG Hotels
I think nothing typifies modern-English lifestyle-luxury hospitality more than the quirky The PIG hotels. Every property is a unique gem, converted from a really-old private house or pub and made into quintessential luxury for 2021. Expect a great bed and shower, and public areas that offer upcycled furnishings, living potplants on your dining table and the best local-produce food – plus a working garden to die for. My guest this week on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is the conductor of all this, Robin Hutson.

Dr Jennifer Cronin - The Murray, Marco Polo and Niccolo Hotels
If you want to understand people management, turn to Jennifer Cronin, the Hong Kong-based Aussie hotelier whose portfolio includes the stylish The Murray, and Marco Polo and Niccolo hotels around Asia.

Anthony Mallows - Boss Of Mighty Complex Planner WATG
The next guest on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is Tony Mallows, boss of mighty complex planner WATG (where will hotels fit into future mixed-use developments?).

Second Season Trailer - Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast
Mary Gostelow Girlahead Podcast is the unique insight into luxury hospitality of the world by those who know it best. Every week Mary Gostelow, known for traveling over 300 days a year from Albania to Zimbabwe, Atlanta to Zug, shares ahead-of-curve trends and talks to decision-makers. This is the indisputable tool for owners, suppliers, advisors, and all those who love luxury, with business profitability.

Cari Gray - CEO of Gray & Co Travel Concierge
Sharing billionaires’ perfect totally-private trips, off the record of course.

Nicholas Clayton - CEO Capella Hotels & Resorts
MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST features only the best. Right now, listen to Global Wellness Institite Chairman/CEO Susie Ellis share why emotional, mental, nutritional and physical health are vital. Next is Nicholas Clayton, CEO Capella Hotels & Resorts – Capella Ubud is #1 in the world.

Susie Ellis - Mastermind of the Global Wellness Institute
Wellness, including mental wellness, is the vital key to success, if not professional survival, in today’s unique world. MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST this week shares an exclusive talk with her dear friend Susie Ellis, mastermind of the Global Wellness Institute and its annual Global Wellness Summit.

Filip Boyen - CEO of Forbes Travel Guide
MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is a global leader inside luxury travel, and this week she talks with her good friend Filip Boyen, CEO of Forbes Travel Guide, the definitive verification for a luxury hotel, resorts and more.

Ori Kafri - Founder & CEO of JK Place Brand
Want to hear how and why Italian style is such a natural fit for luxury travel in today’s post-Covid world? As Mary Gostelow continues sharing thoughts from the world’s most exciting thought leaders, this week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST features Millennial Renaissance man, visionary behind the JK Place brand.

Jean-Luc Naret - One&Only Reethi Rah, Michelin, La Reserve, and what now?
Mary Gostelow continues sharing thoughts from the world’s most exciting luxury travel leaders. This week’s MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST is that stylish Frenchman, Jean-Luc Naret, One&Only Reethi Rah, Michelin, La Reserve, and what now?

Bill Bensley - The World’s Most Eccentric Designer
Last week Bill Bensley, arguably the world’s most eccentric and heart-throbbing designer, saw his Capella Ubud concept win the best hotel in the world, says Travel + Leisure.
This week Mary Gostelow tries exclusively to control Bill Bensley on MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST – do not miss it!

Christoph Hoffmann, CEO at 25 Hours Hotels
Christoph Hoffmann is one of the most creative leaders in luxury hospitality. When he and a couple of friends started their company they called it 25hours as 24/7 just was not enough to enjoy life. This week MARY GOSTELOW GIRLAHEAD PODCAST talks to this vivacious German as he cycles through a Munich park on his way for his daily pre-noon fix of local beer and white sausage.

Martin Smura, CEO at Kempinski
Mary Gostelow talks to the CEO of Kempinski, Martin Smura.

Design For Tomorrow
Mary Gostelow recounts talks with KPF architect Forth Bagley, Yabu Pushelberg’s Glenn Pushelberg, and entrepreneur Michael Buono, all in New York.