Balancing product, profit and people in hospitality: Alex Kirkwood

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Jonathan Lamm

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December 1, 2025

Welcome to our third edition of THE MONDAY GROUP Executive Insights Series, shining a spotlight on the incredible Australian talent across the Hospitality, Hotel, Events and Experiential Marketing sectors. We’re very privileged to be profiling one of the stars of Sydney’s hospitality and wine scene, Food & Beverage Director at The Point Group, Alex Kirkwood.…

Building culture, growth & global success: Insights from Simone Seiler

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Jonathan Lamm

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October 14, 2025

Welcome to the second edition of THE MONDAY GROUP’s Executive Insights Series, where we shine a spotlight on incredible Australian talent working within the Hospitality, Events, and Experiential Marketing sectors.  Today, we’re joined by one of the industry’s most seasoned and inspiring leaders, Simone Seiler, Global General Manager of FCM Meetings & Events – a…

The secret to success in brand experience: Mellani Tallis

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Jonathan Lamm

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September 16, 2025

Welcome to the first in our new Executive Insights Series, shining a spotlight on the incredible Australian talent across the Hospitality, Hotel, Events and Experiential Marketing sectors.  We’re very privileged to be starting with one of the best in the business, Rizer General Manager, Mellani Tallis. Rizer is one of those exceptional creative agencies you dream…

Check-in to the Future: How AI is Transforming the Hotel Experience

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Jonathan Lamm

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September 1, 2025

Walk into a hotel lobby today and you might notice something different. The concierge still smiles, the aroma of fresh coffee still lingers, but behind the scenes, invisible technology is quietly reshaping every part of your stay. Artificial intelligence (AI) isn’t just knocking on the hotel door anymore; it’s checking in, unpacking its suitcase, and…

Why experiential marketing works – and the talent behind it

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Jonathan Lamm

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June 17, 2025

Digital is saturated. A stunning online presence used to be enough to stand out in the crowd, but in a twist of the modern age, with so many brands competing for digital real estate, it’s the brands going offline which are winning big. Here at THE MONDAY GROUP, we’re constantly inspired by the creativity and…

Let’s talk about hospitality recruitment – why it needs to change

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Jonathan Lamm

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April 4, 2025

For decades, hospitality businesses relied on a steady stream of experienced talent. But today’s market is candidate-driven, and top professionals know their worth. They’re not just looking for any job – they want career growth, purpose and the right cultural fit.   With only 30% of potential candidates actively seeking new roles, traditional, non-exclusive recruitment methods…