In this episode of The Modern Hotelier, we sit down with Monty Bennett, Chairman & CEO of Ashford Group of Companies, one of the leading real estate firms in hospitality. With over 30 years of experience, Monty has built an empire of over 100 hotels and advises two publicly traded REITs.

From his Cornell beginnings to navigating economic downturns, industry trends, and the evolving future of travel, Monty shares game-changing insights into hotel investment, sustainability, and the rising demand for leisure-driven experiences. Plus, we dive into his philanthropic efforts in crime prevention, education reform, and homelessness in Dallas.

Key Topics:

How does Ashford stay ahead in a volatile industry?
Why are hotel tech adoption and sustainability such uphill battles?
What’s coming for hospitality in 2025 and beyond?

Join Steve Carran and David Millili for an insightful and entertaining conversation with a true hospitality mogul.

Don’t miss this deep dive into the business of hotels, real estate, and leadership!

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Links:
Mont on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monty-bennett-592a7b1a3/
Website: https://montybennett.co/

Ashford Inc.: https://www.ashfordinc.com/

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#133: How to Be Profitable in Hospitality | with Monty Bennett

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#133: How to Be Profitable in Hospitality | with Monty Bennett