by Doug Baarman | May 11, 2020 | Hospitality
There is one thing this health and economic crisis cannot take away from all of us in the hospitality industry, our attitude. There are so many emotions going through all of us as we go through these unchartered waters, but we must realize that our attitude will...
by Doug Baarman | Aug 16, 2014 | Business Development Tips, Hospitality, Self-Improvement Tips
By Doug Baarman On a recent trip to Europe, I had the pleasure of visiting hotels and spending time in beautiful towns throughout western Italy. Upon meeting the owner of a small shop in Sorrento, Italy – I realized he demonstrated what all small business owners must...
by Doug Baarman | Apr 17, 2013 | Hospitality, Industry News
Doug Baarman Receives Award for top performance and leadership in 2012 LOS ANGELES, CA – March 25, 2013 – Doug Baarman, CDS, Senior Vice President & Team Director has been named ConferenceDirect’s Team Director of the Year. He was honored at the ConferenceDirect...
by Doug Baarman | Feb 22, 2013 | Hospitality
Brian Chisolm didn’t start his career as an independent meeting planner, but his experience in the corporate world of hospitality prepared him well for this new stage in his career. Now, as an independent meeting professional, he is growing a business he truly...
by Doug Baarman | Jan 20, 2013 | Hospitality
She may have started her hospitality career under traditional employment, but today, Melissa Ronacher enjoys independence and freedom to build her own business as an independent meeting planner. During her career, Melissa has worked with Marriott International in...
