In this episode, we unravel the intricate web of hotel technology and delve into the complexities that shape the hospitality landscape with Ira Vouk, Industry consultant and Author (Hospitality 2.0 Consulting), and Erik Tengen, CEO and co-founder at Oaky. The hotel tech ecosystem: decoding the intricacies via Ira Vouk's visual diagram.  Is the Property Management System (PMS) still at the heart of it all? The genesis of benchmarking on RevPAR and its meaning. A 30-year horizon for the hotel tech landscape. The evolution towards marketplaces and the pivotal role they play in the ..read more

Welcome to episode #12 of LowKey Hospitality Podcast, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about industry trends, issues and solutions. In this episode, we uncover the secrets to attracting and retaining top talent in the hospitality industry with Thomas Finn, Managing Director at the Staffing and Recruiting company Edwards & Finn Ltd. How talents’ priorities have evolved over the years  What talents look for in a job and the vital role of flexibility What influences employee loyalty The  importance of non-monetary benefits in keeping talent engage ..read more

Welcome to episode #10 of LowKey Hospitality Podcast, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about industry trends, issues and solutions. Today, you’ll hear a captivating conversation with Lucas Schopman, Managing Director at the Ambassade Hotel, and Erik Tengen, CEO and Co-founder at Oaky, as we explore the evolution of hospitality and technology. Discover how the team at Ambassade Hotel has adapted to industry tech shifts and embraced technology, transitioning from paper bookings to cutting-edge tools like Mews and Oaky. We’ll dive into:  How the meaning of hospi ..read more

Welcome to episode #9 of LowKey Hospitality Podcast, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about industry trends, issues and solutions. As your guests grow more tech-savvy, embracing technology is a must to thrive in the hotel industry. To assist you on your path to adopting these new technologies, we've invited a true expert in the field. Tune in to the new episode of LowKey by Oaky with Modi Chami, principal consultant at Modern Solutions (previously employed as Senior Director of Digital and Marketing Technology at Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts) and discover:  ..read more

Welcome, to episode #8 of LowKey Hospitality Podcast, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about industry trends, issues and solutions. Don't miss out on an incredible episode featuring Matthijs Welle, Co-founder and CEO at Mews, and Erik Tengen, Co-founder and CEO at Oaky. Hear their personal experiences and insights as successful entrepreneurs.  We touched upon the following: Hardships of entrepreneurship How have you learned to deal with the rollercoaster that is entrepreneurship? What products have you developed that sit there and have never been used ..read more

Welcome to episode #7 of LowKey Hospitality Podcast, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about industry trends, issues and solutions. This new episode showcases two strong leaders in the marketing field discussing branding: Hannah Luffman, Senior Director of Global Marketing & Non-Exec Director at Duetto, and Marieke Wisse, Head of Marketing at Oaky. A valuable contribution to the content is given by Dado Ljumanovic, Seid, Group Director, Digital Media & CRM at Sircle Collection, who weinterviewed beforehand to give you a hotel marketing perspective. We touched ..read more

Do you want to push the boundaries of hotel revenue strategies? Discover how to do so through hotel innovation and technology. In this episode, join our special guest from IDeaS, the Senior Director of Emerging Solutions Paul Van Meerendonk and Oaky’s Head of Sales, Rupert Gutteridge, as they explore change management, innovation, and technology in the hospitality industry. ✅ Discover how hospitality companies adapt to evolving technology and pricing strategies. ✅ Gain insight into organisational structure, the importance of education, and strategic decision-making.  ✅ Learn about innov ..read more

Welcome to episode #3 of LowKey Hospitality Podcast, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about industry trends, issues and solutions. This episode’s guests are Juan Ruano, VP for Sustainable Profit Solutions at BEONx, and Aleksandra (Ally) Dragozet, CEO & Founder of Sea Going Green; hosted by Oaky’s Allison Chambers. We will discuss: Sustainable profitability in the hospitality industry The long-term impact of sustainable practices on your hotel How hotels can benefit and save up through sustainability ..read more

Welcome to episode #2 of LowKey by Oaky, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about the industry trends, issues and solutions. Join our upselling guru Penn Chain together with Erik Tengen and Rupert Gutteridge, to discover all the tips and tricks of a successful upsell culture. Register for the episode if you want to learn more about: What is an upselling culture and why is it important? Tips for a successful upselling strategy How an upselling culture permeates all aspects of a hotel Upselling culture examples and anecdotes ..read more

Welcome to episode #1 of LowKey by Oaky, our easygoing sessions for hotel professionals where we chat about the industry, trends, issues and solutions. Join our guests, Lieselotte Batenburg, Lisa Hoogewoning, and Sven de Boer, representing different departments of Pulitzer Amsterdam, and our fantastic host Clement Denarie as they discuss how upselling helps bring different hotel teams together. To learn more, watch this episode about: What helps Lieselotte, Lisa, and Sven in developing a successful upselling strategy. How the teams at Pulitzer Amsterdam brainstorm together to come up with new ..read more