Curious about the future of travel and hospitality? In this episode of the Innside Scoop podcast, we explore innovation, leadership, and transformation in the hotel industry with Dimitris Manikis, President of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts.
We debunk myths, discuss bold strategies, and uncover stories from Dimitris’s incredible journey. Whether you’re in hospitality or simply passionate about travel, this episode is a goldmine of insight.
Don’t miss out — hit play now and get inspired!
Video Chapters
- 00:00 | Intro
- 02:26 | Why does Dimitris always talk about family?
- 07:18 | The Work Culture at Wyndham Hotels
- 11:13 | Why Dimitris Chose Hospitality?
- 15:51 | Dimitris: The Fashionable Face of Hospitality
- 19:12 | Toughest Moments of Dimitris's Life
- 24:34 | Spiritual Journey
- 26:36 | Where does Wyndham Stand?
- 28:46 | Who decides the future of a brand?
- 30:12 | Dimitris's Wyndham Journey
- 33:42 | Learning from the Bosses
- 35:52 | Wyndham's Business Model Explained
- 36:59 | Different Hospitality Models and Brands
- 43:42 | Franchise Vs Management
- 46:32 | Hospitality is not an easy gig!
- 48:59 | Wyndham Loves Acquisition
- 50:28 | Former MD of Wyndham: Nikhil Sharma
- 56:13 | Greek Philosophies and History: Aristotle, Socrates and Plato
- 01:00:26 | Book Recommendation
- 01:03:20 | Dimitris on India: Loves and Dislikes
- 01:10:45 | Hakuna Matata! Overcoming Failure: You Win Some, You Lose Some
- 01:13:14 | What Dimitris Wants on His Tombstone?
- 01:14:18 | Being an Asshole is Easy, But...
- 01:16:20 | What's Life Worth Living For?
- 01:18:42 | Slippery Slope: Rapid Fire with Dimitris
- 01:25:26 | The $100,000 Gift
- 01:28:17 | RCI - Timeshare Exchange Company
- 01:31:05 | How Dimitris Manikis Wants to be Remembered
- 01:34:03 | Dimitris's Favorite Wyndham Hotel
- 01:36:02 | Dimitris' Life Learnings
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