Hospitality Next

In this episode of Hospitality Next, Sal sits down with Jordan Hollander, Co-Founder and CEO of Hotel Tech Report, to break down where hotel technology is headed next. From AI adoption and the future of the hotel tech stack to what’s overhyped, what’s coming faster than expected, and how hoteliers should prepare for 2026, Jordan shares a clear, operator-focused view of the trends reshaping the industry.

In this episode of Hospitality Next, Sal sits down with Josh Graham from Cloudbeds for a deep dive into where hospitality technology is heading next. From cross-platform integration and API ecosystems to seamless data flow between PMS, CRS, RMS, and CRM platforms, Josh breaks down what’s broken in today’s tech stacks and what hotels and vendors need to prioritize to build smarter, more connected operations heading into 2026.

Sit down with spa and wellness industry veteran Kent Richards, founder of World Wellness Global, to explore where wellness hospitality is heading next. From operational excellence and guest experience to personalization, leadership, and the role of technology, Kent shares what it takes to build wellness programs that feel deeply human while still delivering performance, plus what hotels need to rethink as expectations evolve into 2026.

Join tech marketing leader Jacki Brown to unpack what it really takes to stand out in a crowded market. From positioning and storytelling to the rise of AI, buyer behavior, and the future of hotel tech go-to-market strategy, Jacki shares practical insights and bold perspectives on what marketing leaders need to get right heading into 2026.