The Inn Crowd

The Inn Crowd is where hospitality leaders, hoteliers, and travel innovators share the strategies shaping the future of the industry. From revenue optimization and guest experience trends to marketing tactics that drive direct bookings, we dive deep into the business of hospitality. Whether you’re a hotel owner, operator, or industry professional, this is your inside look at what’s working now—and what’s coming next.

The Inn Crowd is a business podcast hosted by Jamie Mattingly, with 10 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jamie Mattingly hosts The Inn Crowd, a business show with 10 episodes published.

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  Episode #10

  From Van Life to Resort Life: Building Montana's Most Authentic Airstream Experience

  Jul 22, 202543 minS0

  <p>In this inspiring episode of The Inn Crowd, host Jamie Mattingly chats with Britton and Josh, owners and operators of Flathead Lake Resort in Montana, about their remarkable journey from full-time RV life to creating a thriving boutique resort. Discover how they transformed vintage Airstreams into unique glamping experiences, their "raw goods" philosophy for building businesses without massive loans, and how they've created authentic community connections in Big Fork, Montana. From paddle-boarding to Monday night margaritas to providing attainable housing for the local workforce, learn how these former event marketers built a seasonal business that honors the property's 1948 heritage...

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  Episode #9

  Scaling Boutique Hotels Without Losing Soul: How Origin Hotels Creates Authentic Local Experiences Across 7 Cities

  Jun 24, 202529 minS0

  <p></p> <p>In this dynamic episode of The Inn Crowd, host Jamie Mattingly sits down with Baylee, Director of Sales at Origin Hotel Austin, to explore how a fast-growing boutique hotel brand maintains authentic local character while scaling rapidly. From Willie Nelson-signed cowboy hats in Austin lobbies to tiger stripes in Baton Rouge, discover how Origin Hotels creates Instagram-worthy moments that truly reflect each city's culture. Baylee shares insider strategies on influencer partnerships, user-generated content, and the challenges of forecasting revenue in an era of two-week booking windows. Perfect for hospitality professionals, hotel marketers, and anyone interested in building...

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  Episode #8

  Adventure with Purpose: How Uncharted Earth Redefines Travel Through Immersion and Impact

  Jun 11, 202534 minS0

  <p>In this episode of The Inn Crowd, host Jamie Mattingly dives into the wild world of experiential travel with Leo Cuesta, founder of Uncharted Earth. From his early days in corporate real estate to crafting deeply immersive journeys through the Philippines, Colombia, and the American West, Leo shares how his passion for nature, culture, and authentic human connection fuels his adventure travel company. Tune in for a rich conversation on storytelling, sustainability, scaling with soul, and what it really takes to lead people through transformative travel experiences.</p> 📌 Key Takeaways 🌏 Immersion over Sightseeing: Uncharted Earth prioritizes experiential travel—think trekking...

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  Episode #7

  Eagle Dancer: A Sanctuary of Spirit, Healing & Quiet Luxury in Sedona

  Jun 5, 202544 minS0

  ✨ Episode Summary <p>In this deeply inspiring episode of The Inn Crowd, host Jamie Mattingly sits down with Huib and Iona, the visionary couple behind Eagle Dancer Resort in Sedona, Arizona. What began as a personal spiritual journey turned into a transformative hospitality experience for guests seeking healing, connection, and beauty. From curated wellness offerings to energetically aligned architecture, Eagle Dancer is more than a destination—it’s an experience of the soul.</p> 🔑 Key Takeaways & Topics The unexpected spiritual journey that led Huib and Iona to Sedona and the Eagle Dancer property<br> <br> How they infused European hospitality, spiritual...

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  Episode #6

  The Why Behind the Journey: Transformational Travel & Leadership with Angie Rice

  May 14, 20251h 7mS1

  <p>In this episode of The Inn Crowd, host Jamie Mattingly sits down with Angie Rice, Co-Founder of Boutique Travel Advisors, to unpack what it really means to design transformational luxury travel experiences. From her background in forensic accounting to building a mission-led agency, Angie shares how her team creates one-of-a-kind itineraries that inspire, connect, and give back.</p> <p>We explore:</p> <p>BTA’s unique business model that blends independent and employed advisors</p> <p>How travel advisors can scale through mentorship and specialization</p> <p>The growing demand for purpose-driven and culturally immersive travel</p> <p>Real st...

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