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Resilient Tourism Podcast Series - Accelerating the Digital and Data-Driven Transformation

Resilient Tourism Podcast Series - Accelerating the Digital and Data-Driven Transformation

Resilient Tourism 56 Folgen Jul 17, 2026

This podcast is part of the Swiss Resilient Tourism Flagship Project supported by Innosuisse to support the datafication of the travel sector in Switzerland in order to create resilient digitally supported services, business processes and business models. This improved data intelligence strategy will strengthen the competitiveness, resilience and sustainability of the tourism ecosystem in Switzerland. Learn more about the project at https://www.resilienttourism.ch/.

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From Data to Decisions: Turning Insights into Action (with Marius Wehrle)
From Data to Decisions: Turning Insights into Action (with Marius Wehrle) Jul 17, 2026 00:35:29 In this episode, we sit down with Marius Wehrle, founder of Hontolab and BeeCrowdy, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the way destinations and tourism organizations access, interpret, and act on data. From location intelligence and visitor behavior analysis to AI agents and the future of travel discovery, Marius shares practical insights on moving beyond data collection toward
How Digital Experiences Are Changing Cultural Tourism (with Dr. Jessika Weber)
How Digital Experiences Are Changing Cultural Tourism (with Dr. Jessika Weber) Jul 10, 2026 00:46:22 In this episode, Dr. Jessika Weber explores how digital transformation is reshaping cultural tourism far beyond traditional travel experiences. From extended realities to new forms of engagement with heritage and public space, she discusses how technology can support more inclusive, sustainable, and meaningful destinations. A reflective conversation on moving from tourism as consumption to tourism
When Guests Stop Searching: Why Brand Visibility Matters More Than Ever (with Matteo de Santis)
When Guests Stop Searching: Why Brand Visibility Matters More Than Ever (with Matteo de Santis) Jul 3, 2026 00:48:18 In this episode, Matteo de Santis explores how digital transformation is redefining how guests discover and engage with hospitality brands. As AI reshapes search and reduces direct interactions, the conversation highlights why strong brand identity, high‑quality data, and coherent storytelling are becoming key to visibility and performance. A strategic perspective on moving beyond clicks and focus
The Problem Isn’t AI — It’s Your Foundations (with Dimitris Serifis)
The Problem Isn’t AI — It’s Your Foundations (with Dimitris Serifis) Jun 26, 2026 00:41:02 In this episode, Dimitris Serifis challenges some of the biggest assumptions around technology in hospitality. Drawing on years of experience in digital strategy, he explains why the real issue isn’t a lack of tools, but fragmented systems, inconsistent data, and a broken customer journey. From direct bookings to hyper‑personalisation, the conversation highlights why hospitality must first fix its
Everyone Will Use AI, But Not Everyone Will Stand Out (with Dominic Millioud)
Everyone Will Use AI, But Not Everyone Will Stand Out (with Dominic Millioud) Jun 19, 2026 00:39:07 In this episode, Dominic Millioud discusses why embracing AI is no longer optional in hospitality - but also why it won’t be the real differentiator. Drawing from his experience scaling platforms, leading complex operations, and building hospitality concepts, Dominic explains how data and automation can unlock efficiency, while human connection, empathy, and leadership remain what truly sets brand
AI Is Here - Now Learn How to Use It! (with Karthik Muralidharan)
AI Is Here - Now Learn How to Use It! (with Karthik Muralidharan) Jun 12, 2026 00:44:49 In this episode, Karthik Muralidharan explores why the real challenge in hospitality isn’t access to AI - but knowing how to use it. Drawing from his work with HotellerieSuisse, he highlights the gap between experimentation and real adoption, and explains how professionals can turn AI from a simple information tool into a powerful learning and capability‑building system. A practical conversation a
Protecting the Wow Moments in a Seamless Travel World (with John Fotis)
Protecting the Wow Moments in a Seamless Travel World (with John Fotis) Jun 5, 2026 00:39:22 In this episode, John Fotis explores why digital technology in travel has entered a new phase, where it is no longer a competitive advantage, but core infrastructure. Drawing on decades of experience in hospitality marketing and travel technology, he discusses the rise of seamless, continuous journeys, the growing role of AI as a co‑pilot for decision‑making, and why the true differentiator moving
Designing Technology We Can Truly Own (with Anne-Sofie Engelschiøn)
Designing Technology We Can Truly Own (with Anne-Sofie Engelschiøn) Mai 29, 2026 00:40:49 What if AI wasn’t something we had to adapt to—but something we could take back control of?In this episode, Anne-Sofie Engelschiøn challenges the dominant narrative of AI as a centralized, efficiency-driven force. Instead, she explores a different future—one where individuals and communities own their tools, shape their data, and co-create meaningful experiences.From decentralized AI infrastructur
Why Hospitality Must Keep Evolving to Stay Relevant (with Florian Montag, Apaleo)
Why Hospitality Must Keep Evolving to Stay Relevant (with Florian Montag, Apaleo) Mai 22, 2026 00:41:15 What should hotels automate, and what should they deliberately protect? In this episode, Florian Montag explores hospitality as a design challenge rather than a technology race. From experience-led business models to the balance between operations and human connection, the conversation looks at how hotels can evolve intentionally, stay authentic, and create meaningful experiences in a world of con
When Knowledge Becomes a Commodity: Hospitality in the Age of AI (with Veronique van der Roer)
When Knowledge Becomes a Commodity: Hospitality in the Age of AI (with Veronique van der Roer) Mai 15, 2026 00:39:39 As AI makes knowledge instantly available, what becomes the real value of hospitality professionals? In this episode, Dr. Alessandro Inversini speaks with Veronique Van der Roer about agentic AI systems, ethics, and governance in hospitality. The conversation explores why human judgment must remain in the loop, how education needs to evolve, and where innovation should draw its boundaries in an AI
Future‑Proof or Fall Behind: Making AI Work for Hospitality (with Asif Alidina)
Future‑Proof or Fall Behind: Making AI Work for Hospitality (with Asif Alidina) Mai 8, 2026 00:47:20 What does it really mean to future‑proof hospitality in the age of AI? In this episode, Asif Alidina, Founder & CEO of Inntelo AI, shares a grounded, human‑first perspective on how hospitality businesses can adopt AI without losing their soul. From automation and hyper‑personalisation to workforce skills and ethical AI, the conversation explores how to intentionally design the balance between
AI Won’t Save Your Hotel If You Don’t Know Who You Are (with Vinícius Alkmim)
AI Won’t Save Your Hotel If You Don’t Know Who You Are (with Vinícius Alkmim) Mai 1, 2026 00:43:48 In this episode, Maggie Chen speaks with Vinícius Alkmim, Managing Director of Europe’s Famous Hostels Association, about how AI is reshaping hospitality from the outside in. They explore how AI search agents and platforms are changing visibility and distribution, why technology amplifies brand identity rather than fixes it, and how hostels and hotels are becoming destinations and community spaces

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