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035: Karen Thorne, Owner of the Bed and Breakfast Academy, Discusses Training for Innkeepers
035: Karen Thorne, Owner of the Bed and Breakfast Academy, Discusses Training for Innkeepers
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Aug 13, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
The secrets to successfully running a bed and breakfast can often be elusive, especially for aspiring innkeepers. Fortunately, Karen Thorne, the owner of the UK-based Bed and Breakfast Academy, provides a wide-range of tools, trainings and courses to enhance marketing, operations, and increase overall bookings for any innkeeper. As an innkeeper for 17 years, Karen brings a wide-range of knowledge and insights that help innkeepers succeed, and she now offers online courses in today’s COVID-19 environment. Our podcast is presented by the Frictionless Guest App, a mobile app that lodging professionals provide to their guests so they can recommend unique local places to eat, play and shop, allow guests to order their offerings, and communicate with guests in many other ways. To learn more, visit frictionlessguest.com.
Released:
Aug 13, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode
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