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Pillow Talk Sessions is your gateway to the ideas and concepts driving change across hospitality, serviced rental living, and real estate. Hosted by Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski, the podcast explores the changing worlds of hospitality, proptech, serviced living, and real estate through conversations with industry leaders.
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Your go-to guide for business leadership, offering an insider look into the world of business and entrepreneurship through interviews with industry shaping leaders and CEO’s. From starting a small business to running a large corporate organization - from finances to mindset, to building community, we cover it all; diving into the principles and practices that can help you understand and navigate the ever - changing business landscape. While sharing story’s, business leader to business leader ...
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Navigating Reform in Build-to-Rent with Rachel Hanniquet-Brooking (APO Group)
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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Rachel Hanniquet-Brooking, Managing Director of APO Group LTD, to explore the state of the UK rental market—and how Build-to-Rent operators can prepare for seismic change. 💡 Tune in to hear Rachel’s perspective on: 🧾 The impact of the Renters Reform Bill on no…
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10 - Building Community with Intention: Leilah Perchaluk on Curated Connections and Conscious Growth
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The Exec Hotseat Podcast | Episode 10 Building Community with Intention: Leilah Perchaluk on Curated Connections and Conscious Growth Featuring: Leilah Perchaluk, Founder, Knew House In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse sit down with Leilah Perchaluk, founder of Knew House - a private membership community for high-achieving women. …
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Hospitality Rewired with Simone Puorto (Travel Singularity)
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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Simone Puorto, Founder of Travel Singularity, to unpack how technology, empathy, and adaptability are reshaping the future of hospitality. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🔹 How tech can amplify human connection, not replace it 🔄 Why hospitality design must respond to human rhythms, not rigid formats 🏠 Wh…
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09 - Kevin Selch on Operating in Winnipeg’s Unique Craft Beer Market
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Executive Hotseat Podcast | Episode 09: Kevin Selch on operating in Winnipeg’s unique craft beer market In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse sit down with Kevin Selch, Founder of Little Brown Jug Brewing Company. Kevin talks about the transition from being a senior economist in the federal government to founding a local brewery in …
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Community & Data in Modern Living with Robert Birch (Gravity Co)
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In this episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Kristian and Jessica chat with Robert Birch, Head of Operations at Gravity Co, about creating meaningful living experiences across co-living, BTR, and hospitality. Tune in for insights on: 💬 Why community is central to modern rental expectations 🔎 How Gravity leverages data to detect and solve issues early 🌐…
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08 - Speak Up & Rise: Jessica Dumas on Mastering Public Speaking & Leadership
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In this inspiring episode, hosts Lisa Thompson (BRD | Brand Revival & Design Inc.) and Amanda Buhse (Coal & Canary) welcome Jessica Dumas - a trailblazer in public speaking, speaker coaching, and leadership development. Jessica shares her powerful journey from overcoming personal doubts and imposter syndrome to becoming the first Indigenous woman t…
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Smart Tech in Living Spaces with Steve Davis (Operto)
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In this brand-new episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica and Kristian chat with Steve Davis, CEO of Operto, about the powerful intersection of hospitality, multifamily, and smart technology. 💡 Listen in for key takeaways like: 🔑 How Operto grew from digital locks to a full-service guest/resident management platform 🏘️ Why STR tech is uniquely pos…
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PBSA 3.0: Beyond Housing with Bart Sasim (Spatial Experience)
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In this week’s episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, our founder, Jessica Gillingham, and co-host, Kristian Lupinski, chat with Bart Sasim, CEO & Founder of Spatial Experience, about the evolution of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and what’s next for the sector. Bart shares insights on: 🏢 The transition from traditional student housing to mo…
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07 - Derek Earl on Turning Business into Climate Action
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Executive Hotseat Podcast | Episode 08: Derek Earl on Turning Business into Climate Action In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse sit down with Derek Earl, the President of Biz for Climate, to discuss how businesses can take meaningful action against climate change. With nearly 20 years of experience in ESG, corporate strategy, and e…
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The Rise of Flexible Living with Begum Agca Okutgen (Blueground)
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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Begum Agca Okutgen, Head of Partner Network at Blueground, to explore the ongoing transformation of the rental market driven by remote work, technology, and evolving guests needs. 💡 Tune in to discover: 🏠 How remote work is reshaping demand for flexible, furnished rentals across 35 cities world…
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Why Build-to-Rent Needs a Unified Vision with Mitch Hammond (OnTheMarket)
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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Mitch Hammond, Build-to-Rent Manager at OnTheMarket, for a candid discussion on defining and differentiating Build to Rent (BTR) in the UK and beyond. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🏗️ Why a unified understanding of BTR terminology is crucial for market growth. 🤖 Balancing technology with human connecti…
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Crafting Exceptional Living Experiences with Philippa Wagner (PeoplePlacesSpaces)
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Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Philippa Wagner, founder of PeoplePlacesSpaces, to unpack the shifting landscape of hospitality and how it influences sectors like Build-to-Rent. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🔹 How guest expectations have evolved – prioritizing wellness, social engagement, and authentic connections. 🌍 The balance betw…
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06 - Insights from Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham
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The Executive Hotseat Podcast | Episode 07: Insights from Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse sit down with Winnipeg’s 44th Mayor, Scott Gillingham, for an in-depth conversation about leadership, innovation, and community. Elected in October 2022, Mayor Gillingham shares his journey from growing up …
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Designing Sustainable Living Spaces with Benjamin Hall (LOFT)
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Jessica Gillingham and special co-host Iain Murray, Head of Operational Living at Bidwells, sit down with Benjamin Hall, Founder of LOFT, for an insightful conversation on how design and sustainability are shaping the future of multifamily and co-living spaces. 🎧 In this episode, we dive into: 🔹 The power of design in fostering resident retention a…
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05 - Ace Burpee on Building a Brand, Giving Back, and Staying Grounded.
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Ace Burpee on Building a Brand, Giving Back, and Staying Grounded The Executive Hotseat Podcast | Episode 06: Ace Burpee with Virgin 103.1 In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse sit down with the legendary Ace Burpee, celebrated radio personality and host of Winnipeg's premiere morning show on Virgin 103.1. Ace shares his fascinating…
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Optimizing Mixed-Asset Portfolios with Katherine Rose (VervLife)
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This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski welcome Katherine Rose, Managing Director of VervLife, for an in-depth conversation about reshaping the future of mixed-asset management. Key highlights from the episode: 🏘️ Strategic Asset Management – Overcoming the challenges of managing diverse property types. 📊 Flex Re…
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Revolutionizing Multifamily Living with Konrad Koczwara (ElevateOS)
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Join Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski in this latest episode of Pillow Talk Sessions as they explore how multifamily living is being transformed by the hospitality industry’s best practices. Featuring Konrad Koczwara, Founder & CEO of ElevateOS, this episode is packed with insights into creating a 5-star resident experience. Highlights incl…
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Shaping the Future of Build-to-Rent with Brendan Geraghty (The Association of Rental Living)
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Join Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski on this week’s episode of Pillow Talk Sessions as they welcome Brendan Geraghty, CEO of the Association for Rental Living, to discuss how hospitality is reshaping the Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector. Key takeaways include: 🔹 The Hospitality-BTR Connection – Insights into how BTR is adopting hotel-inspired pr…
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Elevating Build-to-Rent Living Experiences with Freya Richard (Vertus)
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In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Freya Richard, Director of Operations & Leasing at Vertus, for an engaging conversation about how hospitality and Build-to-Rent (BTR) are learning from each other. Key highlights include: 🏘️ Lessons in Community – How Vertus is applying BTR community-buildin…
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04 - Human-Centric Leadership: Empowering Community through Innovation, Collaboration & Heart - Insights from Loren Remillard, CEO, Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce.
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The Executive Hotseat Podcast | Episode 5 Human-Centric Leadership: Empowering Community through Innovation, Collaboration & Heart - Insights from Loren Remillard, CEO, Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce. In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse engage in a compelling conversation with Loren Remillard, President and CEO of the Winnipeg Chamb…
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Shaping the Future of Co-Living with Yianni Tsitouras (POHA House)
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In our latest episode, Jessica Gillingham and Krstian Lupinski sit down with Yianni Tsitouras, Founder & CEO of POHA House, to explore how POHA is redefining co-living with a focus on community, sustainability, and well-being. This conversation is filled with insights on the future of co-living and the ways it can foster connection and purpose in e…
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03 - From ER to Entrepreneur: Founders Dr. Norman Silver & Dave Berkowits on Innovating Canada’s Healthcare System
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The Exec Hotseat Podcast | Episode 4: Dr. Norman Silver / Dave Berkowits of QDoc In this episode, hosts Lisa Thompson and Amanda Buhse dive into an inspiring conversation with Dr. Norman Silver and Dave Berkowits, CEO + CTO, of QDoc Virtual Healthcare. Dr. Silver, a seasoned healthcare leader and innovator, shares his journey from pediatric emergen…
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Redefining Modern Hospitality with Michael Levie (citizenM)
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In this episode, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Michael Levie, co-founder of citizenM, to dive into how citizenM is reshaping the hospitality industry with a bold, customer-first approach. 🎙️ Michael shares his insights on everything from digital transformation to creating unforgettable guest experiences. We explore ci…
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Future of BTR & Co-Living with Suzanne Luscombe (resiCentral)
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In this episode, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Suzanne Luscombe, Strategic Growth Director at resiCentral, to dive deep into the Build-to-Rent (BTR) and Co-Living sectors. 🎙️ What to expect: 🏢 Key strategies for positioning brands in BTR and Co-Living sectors. 🌱 The growing importance of sustainability and green build…
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Bridging Hospitality and Build-to-Rent with Iain Murray (Bidwells)
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We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our very first episode of Pillow Talk Sessions! 🎉 In this premier, we’re diving into the exciting convergence of the hospitality and Build-to-Rent (BTR) sectors with our special guest, Iain Murray, Head of Operational Living at Bidwells. 🎙️ What can you expect? 🏢 How the BTR sector is learning from hospitali…
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02 - From Health Scare, to pouring candles, to the Emmys: Amanda Buhse’s Journey to Business Success!
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We’re excited to welcome the queen of candles herself, Amanda Buhse, founder and CEO of Coal and Canary (and our very own co-host )! Join me as Amanda shares her incredible story of how she went from health scare, as a graphic designer to founder/entrepreneur - crafting delightful candles with her BFF, to growing a massive product based retail busi…
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We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new podcast series, Pillow Talk Sessions—where hospitality, real estate, and rental living meet to shape the future of how we live, work, and play! Join us, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski, as we dive deep into the heartbeat of lodging. We’ll be exploring the transformation from simply providin…
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01 - Paving the Way: Todd Burns on Cleantech, Global Impact, and Green Innovation | Cypher Environmental
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We were thrilled to sit down and welcome Todd Burns, the founder and CEO of Cypher Environmental Ltd. Todd is a trailblazer in cleantech, leading the charge with innovative road management solutions that are transforming industries and improving communities worldwide. 🌍💡 With Cypher's products used in over 50 countries, Todd's impact is global—and …
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Welcome to The Exec Hotseat Podcast, your go-to guide for business leadership. Join us for short interviews with industry leaders and CEOs as we explore the world of business and entrepreneurship, covering topics from starting a business to running a global brand. From finances to mindset, and building community, we'll dive deep into principles and…
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