• Sustainability Stories: Balancing People, Planet and Profits

  • By: Radhika Arapally
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Sustainability Stories: Balancing People, Planet and Profits

By: Radhika Arapally
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  • Sustainability Stories is a podcast bringing stories from change leaders who are taking conscious steps to care for Planet, People along with Profits. The first season is dedicated to Sustainable Hospitality.
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  • S1E37: Speaking with Mr. Kamran Birjees Khan CEO of Nia Ltd

    S1E37: Speaking with Mr. Kamran Birjees Khan CEO of Nia Ltd
    Oct 17 2024
    In our first interview with a CEO, Mr. Kamran Birjees Khan kindly joined us in the studio to share his beginnings in Al-Futtaim, his illustrious career with Panasonic, and how he built Nia Limited into the family-like business that it is today. Spanning from the business landscape of the UAE in the 1990's to the impact Japanese corporate culture has had on his ethos as a leader, Mr. Khan is full of wisdom and anecdotes that shaped him and his business into the leaders they are today. Mr. Khan also delves into the wellness aspect of plastic-free living, sharing with us insights on how removing plastics from hotels and sporting events goes beyond erasing a recycling issue but also removes microplastics from our biological systems. The conversation ends with some sage leadership advice on how to build a company culture that fosters happiness and growth; a fact that led Nia Limited to sponsor the Taqdeer Award, Dubai government initiative that recognizes companies who demonstrate a profound commitment to workforce care, employee happiness, and prosperity. Don't miss out on this illuminating conversation along with some great book recommendations. Watch the conversation here, on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to stay updated by subscribing to the Sustainability Kiosk newsletter and to explore further learning opportunities mentioned in the show notes. Hospitality is witnessing change because of climate change, and we all must do our bit for the next generation. As we share these stories, we uncover the rationale, of real change makers committing resources to reducing emissions. We encourage hoteliers to share stories and not just about reducing plastics in the operations, or it's not about reducing food waste. Don’t get me wrong. These things are important, but it's not the whole picture. We want to hear about the holistic sustainability management practices they have implemented to benefit the people, planet, place and prosperity and share these with our listeners. Show notes: Sustainability Kiosk: https://sustainabilitykiosk.com/podcast/s1e38-kamran-birjees-khan-ceo-nia-ltd-bluewater/ Kamran Birjees Khan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamranbirjeeskhan/ Nia Limited: https://nia.me/ Bluewater: https://sustainabilitykiosk.com/brand/nia-limited/bluewater/ The Desert Vipers cricket team: https://www.thedesertvipers.com/sustainability/partners/bluewaterResponsible Hoteliers Summit: https://sustainabilitykiosk.com/responsible-hoteliers-summit-successful-event-dubai/Taqdeer Award: https://taqdeeraward.ae/faqsGood to Great by Jim Collins: https://www.magrudy.com/product/Good_To_Great_9780712676090 Built to Last by Jim Collins: https://www.magrudy.com/product/Built_To_Last_9781844135844 The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari by Robin Sharma: https://www.magrudy.com/product/The_Monk_Who_Sold_His_Ferrari:_A_Fable_About_Fulfilling_Your_Dreams_And_Reaching_Your_Destiny_9780061125898 The 5am Club by Robin Sharma: https://www.magrudy.com/product/The_5_Am_Club:_Own_Your_Morning._Elevate_Your_Life._9780008312831 The Greatness Guide by Robin Sharma: https://www.magrudy.com/product/The_Greatness_Guide:_One_Of_The_World'S_Top_Success_Coaches_Shares_His_Secrets_To_Get_To_Your_Best_9780007242870The Leader Who Had No Title by Robin Sharma: https://www.magrudy.com/product/The_Leader_Who_Had_No_Title:_A_Modern_Fable_On_Real_Success_In_Business_And_In_Life_9781849833844Last Place on Earth by Roland Huntford: https://www.magrudy.com/product/Last_Place_on_Earth_9780375754746HR from the Outside In: Six Competencies for the Future of Human Resources by David Ulrich: https://www.magrudy.com/product/HR_from_the_Outside_In:_Six_Competencies_for_the_Future_of_Human_Resources_9780071802666
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    49 mins
  • S1E36: Speaking with Kempinski Area General Manager Levant and KSA Sebastien Mariette

    S1E36: Speaking with Kempinski Area General Manager Levant and KSA Sebastien Mariette
    Aug 29 2024
    Keen to know how a hotel in the Middle East is making both environmental and social impact through its sustainability initiatives? Then tune into this episode where we speak with Kempinski Area General Manager Levant and KSA Sebastien Mariette, a seasoned hospitality professional with years of experience in the Middle East and beyond. Host Radhika Arappally and Sebastien cover a lot in 30 minutes, from how the country of Jordan supports local sustainability initiatives, to creating an in-house sustainability team, managing senior stakeholders and hiring local staff, and the value of sustainability certifications. Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea is part of Global Hotel Alliance and of the Green Collection, a carefully curated portfolio of over 200 hotels, resorts and palaces in the GHA DISCOVERY programme committed to creating a more sustainable future. Watch the conversation here or wherever you get your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to stay updated by subscribing to the Sustainability Kiosk newsletter and to explore further learning opportunities mentioned in the show notes. This episode is part of the podcast series "Hotel Sustainability Stories #BeyondCOP28," featuring sustainability stories from participating Green Collection hotels. Hosted by Radhika Arapally, this episode celebrates the first anniversary of the Green Collection hotels by Global Hotel Alliance, highlighting their journey and achievements in sustainability over the past year. We also explore the positive impact that the Green Collection is having on the environment and local communities. Here are some of the key takeaways: GHA is working with its member hotels to implement several sustainability initiatives The Green Collection is having a positive impact on the environment and local communities. GHA has seen members paying +85% more and staying +13% longer at The Green Collection hotels. If you want to learn more about sustainable travel, listen to the full episode! Hospitality is witnessing change because of climate change, and we all must do our bit for the next generation. As we share these stories, we uncover the rationale, of real change makers committing resources to reducing emissions. We encourage hoteliers to share stories and not just about reducing plastics in the operations, or it's not about reducing food waste. Don’t get me wrong. These things are important, but it's not the whole picture. We want to hear about the holistic sustainability management practices they have implemented to benefit the people, planet, place and prosperity and share these with our listeners. Show notes: Website: https://sustainabilitykiosk.com/podcast/s1e36-kempinski-hotel-ishtar-dead-sea-sebastien-mariette/Sebastien Mariette: https://www.kempinski.com/en/hotel-ishtar/press-room/general-manager-of-the-year-2024-jordan Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea: https://www.kempinski.com/en/deadsea Sustainability at Kempinski: https://www.kempinski.com/en/sustainability EarthCheck Certification: https://earthcheck.org/King Hussein Cancer Foundation (KHCF): https://www.khcc.jo/en/KHCF
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    29 mins
  • S1E35: Talking to Phil Smith about the PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore

    S1E35: Talking to Phil Smith about the PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore
    Aug 28 2024
    Imagine walking into a lush garden with bespoke architectural features peeking through the foliage and diffused natural light streaming overhead. Except, this garden is actually in the lobby of a grand hotel. In this episode, we talk to Phil Smith, the General Manager at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore, the country's first garden-in-a-hotel. We discuss the various sustainability initiatives of the property (including the forest in the lobby that acts as a carbon sink and air purification system), how to train and work with a sustainability team to promote more innovation, how to create measurable impact, and what the future holds for general managers looking to improve the sustainability standing of their properties. PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore is part of Global Hotel Alliance and of the Green Collection, a carefully curated portfolio of over 200 hotels, resorts and palaces in the GHA DISCOVERY programme committed to creating a more sustainable future. Watch the conversation here, on Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to stay updated by subscribing to the Sustainability Kiosk newsletter and to explore further learning opportunities mentioned in the show notes. This episode is part of the podcast series "Hotel Sustainability Stories #BeyondCOP28," featuring sustainability stories from participating Green Collection hotels. Hosted by Radhika Arapally, this episode celebrates the first anniversary of the Green Collection hotels by Global Hotel Alliance, highlighting their journey and achievements in sustainability over the past year. We also explore the positive impact that the Green Collection is having on the environment and local communities. Here are some of the key takeaways: GHA is working with its member hotels to implement several sustainability initiatives The Green Collection is having a positive impact on the environment and local communities. GHA has seen members paying +85% more and staying +13% longer at The Green Collection hotels. If you want to learn more about sustainable travel, listen to the full episode! Hospitality is witnessing change because of climate change, and we all must do our bit for the next generation. As we share these stories, we uncover the rationale, of real change makers committing resources to reducing emissions. We encourage hoteliers to share stories and not just about reducing plastics in the operations, or it's not about reducing food waste. Don’t get me wrong. These things are important, but it's not the whole picture. We want to hear about the holistic sustainability management practices they have implemented to benefit the people, planet, place and prosperity and share these with our listeners. Show notes: Website⁠: https://sustainabilitykiosk.com/podcast/parkroyal-collection-marina-bay-singapore-phil-smith/⁠Phil Smith⁠: https://www.hospitalitynet.org/appointment/79027403.html⁠PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay⁠, Singapore: https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina-bay.html ⁠Sustainability at PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay⁠, Singapore: https://www.panpacific.com/en/hotels-and-resorts/pr-collection-marina-bay/sustainability.html⁠Global Hotel Alliance⁠ (GHA): https://www.ghadiscovery.com/about-gha⁠GHA Green Collection⁠: https://www.ghadiscovery.com/explore-green-collectionGSTC Certification: https://www.panpacific.com/en/newsroom.html#/pressreleases/pan-pacific-hotels-group-is-the-first-singapore-hotel-group-to-attain-prestigious-gstc-multi-site-certification-for-sustainable-tourism-for-all-eight-of-its-properties-in-singapore-3306729Singapore Tourism Board (STB): https://www.visitsingapore.com/en/
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    47 mins

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