DEI Advisors Podcast

About DEI Advisors Podcast

At It’s Personal Stories, A Hospitality Podcast, we believe that leadership is shaped as much by setbacks and self-doubt as by achievements and accolades. That’s why we go beyond titles and résumés to uncover the personal journeys of hospitality leaders—the moments of vulnerability, resilience, and courage that define true success. Since 2022, our mission has been to empower the next generation of leaders by sharing unfiltered stories of growth from across the industry. With more than 250 interviews and counting, we’ve built a library of candid conversations that reveal not only strategies for professional advancement, but also lessons in authenticity, balance, and perseverance. Recognized each year by the International Hospitality Institute as a top hospitality podcast, It’s Personal Stories continues to inspire dreamers and doers to push boundaries, embrace challenges, and pursue their goals with confidence. Learn more and watch the Interviews at www.ItsPersonalStories.com and Follow Us here on LinkedIn.

Publisher

David Kong, Dorothy Dowling, Rachel Humphrey, Lan Elliott

Category

business · business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jan 2023

Latest episode

11 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

410 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   11 Oct 2026

   Beth McMahon, President and CEO, Hotels Canada interviewed by Dorothy Dowling

   Beth McMahon’s leadership journey reflects a deep curiosity, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a passion for making a meaningful difference. Her career in association management has spanned healthcare, agriculture, environmental organizations, and hospitality, demonstrating the value of bringing fresh perspectives and best practices across industries. A skilled advocate and collaborator, Beth understands that meaningful influence begins with listening, building consensus, and bringing pe...

2. 

   26 Sept 2026

   Dr. Lisa Cain, Professor, FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, interviewed by Lan Elliott

   Lisa’s insights remind us of the value of constantly learning. She encourages us to stay curious, whether through reading trade publications, taking a continuing education course, or pursuing a hobby that makes us happy. She also urges us to stay active, because a moving body cultivates a sharp mind. Above all, trust the process, know yourself, and stay true to your core values.

3. 

   12 Sept 2026

   Greg Friedman, Managing Principal & CEO, Peachtree Group Interviewed by Rachel Humphrey

   Greg shares his leadership thoughts on intuition, adaptability, and having an entrepreneurial spirit. He discusses time as our most valuable asset and why passion for what you do is so important. Greg talks about his own leadership evolution, evaluating risks, and what he looks for in building and developing a team.

Who has been a guest on DEI Advisors Podcast

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Brian Hicks
• Tedd Evers
• David Mansbach
• Heather Carnes
• John Paul Nichols

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

662,965

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 78 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

98

Social presence

0

YouTube

86

Engagement

60