Tuesday, February 7, 2023

Florida Business Leader John Crossman to Launch New Radio Show Feb. 11

 John Crossman
 

 WINTER PARK, FL --   Well-known business leader and noteworthy author John Crossman, who launched his radio show – The Crossman Conversation – in early 2022, is launching The Crossman Conversation CEO Edition Saturday, Feb. 11.

 

The CEO Edition will air across the Shepherd network in Central Florida on Saturdays at 1:05 p.m. for 30 minutes when Crossman and his guests will focus on the most important business challenges facing the community in 2023. 


Craig Ustler


Crossman said among upcoming guests scheduled for the CEO Edition are Orlando native,  urban developer Craig Ustler, CEO of Ustler Development Saturday Feb. 11 and Glenn Rufrano, chairman of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC), who has held several CEO roles including VEREIT and Cushman & Wakefield, slated for Feb. 18.

 

Glenn Rufrano


“They are experts, leaders in their fields and veterans in business who can share professional advice, personal experiences, and offer solutions to help our listeners,” Crossman said.

 

“Central Florida has a large and vibrant community of emerging companies whose CEOs need or want help to grow and prosper.  They’re often struggling with decisions during shifting economic conditions and can use another perspective outside of his/her own work circles,” he added.

The Shepherd Radio is available on three stations, each part of the MARC Radio group. 1270 AM – WIWA in Orlando which covers the entire Central Florida area.  

In the Ocala/Villages area, The Shepherd is heard on 103.5 FM and 720 AM, while Gainesville listeners can hear the broadcast on 96.3 FM or 1430 AM.

 CONTACTS:

John Crossman, CEO,

Crossman Career Builders / Crossmarc Services,

 407-794-9393 

jcrossman@crossmancb.com

Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications Inc. 

407-461-3781 or 

beth@larryvershel.com

 

 

ISHC Honors Alejandro Zozaya with the Pioneer Award at ALIS

 


From left: Kristie Dickinson, Vice President, ISHC, Managing Director/EVPCHMWarnick; Alejandro Zozaya, 2023 Pioneer Award recipient, former Chairman Apple Leisure Group; Todd Leach, Chairman, ISHC, Partner, Dedica Group

 

Los Angeles, CA, Feb. 6, 2023 — The International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) in partnership with the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) presented Alejandro Zozaya, former Chairman of Apple Leisure Group, with the Pioneer Award which recognizes an individual annually who has made an outstanding contribution, achievement and/or improvement in the hospitality industry.


Todd Leach

Todd Leach, ISHC chairman and partner of Dedica Group; and Kristie Dickinson, ISHC vice president and managing director/EVP of CHMWarnick presented Zozaya with the recognition during the conference plenary session.

 

Leach remarked, “What sets Alex apart from others in our industry is his ability to see, anticipate, and adapt to changing forces in our marketplace. And as we’ve seen, he has a keen eye for spotting trends and a knack for identifying new opportunities for growth.”


Kristie Dickinson

Leach added: “What an honor to celebrate Alex Zozaya as this year’s ISHC Pioneer Award Winner - for his groundbreaking work in the hospitality industry. 


"His leadership and visionary spirit have greatly impacted our industry, and we have no doubt that he will continue to be a driving force in shaping the future of hospitality for years to come.”

 

 

Upon accepting the award, Zozaya noted, “Thank you all for being a part of this wonderful industry; the industry of tourism is the industry of opportunities.

 

"We’re not only able to generate millions of jobs all over the world, we create experiences, we create wonderful memories, but those jobs that we create, especially in those communities that otherwise wouldn’t have any chance to improve their quality of life, are for the vast majority young people and for women. 

 

"Women who are the leaders in this sector. So very proud to be one of the drivers of this segment. I do believe strongly that this is a real industry of opportunities for anybody, and I am an example of that.” Zozoya said.

 

Zozaya also gave an update on his current philanthropic work with Amigos de Jesus, Honduras and Saving Our Sharks Foundation and commented “I encourage all of you, whatever you’re doing, whenever you have the opportunity, to give back, it’s really, really a great feeling to be able to drive a successful story and give back.”   

 

Established in 1996, ISHC Pioneer Award winners are selected on a basis of three criteria: active involvement in the hospitality industry; contribution to the industry; and personal/organizational attributes and qualities adhering to professional standards recognized and respected by industry peers.


Jeff Higley

“Alex has been a pioneer in the all-inclusive space for more than two decades and has left an indelible mark on one of the fastest growing, most sought-after segments in the global lodging industry,” said Jeff Higley, President of The BHN Group.

 

“His ambition, passion and extraordinary vision has earned Alex a well-deserved spot on the long list of industry icons that have received the Pioneer Award.

 

"It’s an honor for The BHN Group and the Americas Lodging Investment Summit to play a role in honoring this illustrious group of people who have helped shape the industry’s long-term success.”

 

Past recipients of the Pioneer Award include:

  • Peggy Berg (2022)
  • Marilyn Carlson Nelson (2020)
  • Jack DeBoer (2019)
  • Wing T. Chao (2018)
  • Ian Schrager (2017)
  • Lyndall DeMarco (2016)
  • Stephen Kaufer (2015)
  • Michael Bedner (2014)
  • Steve Rushmore (2013)
  • Chip Conley (2012)
  • Kathleen Taylor (2011)
  • Leland C. Pillsbury (2010)
  • J.W. Marriott (2009)
  • Jean Gabriel Peres (2008)
  • Stanley Selengut (2008)
  • Jean-Claude Baumgarten (2007)
  • James E. Burba (2007)
  • Stelios Haji-Ioannou (2006)
  • H.P. Rama (2006)
  • Costakis Loizou (2005)
  • Barry Sternlicht (2005)
  • Christel DeHaan (2004)
  • Regis Bulot (2004)
  • Bill Kimpton (2002)
  • Jonathan M. Tisch (2001)
  • Michael A. Leven (2000)
  • Jack Vaughn (1999)
  • George Johnson (1998)
  • Randell A. Smith (1997)

Jennifer Castellarin

For more information, please contact:

Jennifer Castellarin
Director of Membership & Marketing

jcastellarin@ishc.com

 

 

 CONTACTS:

 

 

Chris Daly

President

DG Public Relations

(703) 864-5553

chris@dalygray.com

www.dalygray.com

 

ishc.com.

ALISconference.com

  www.northstartravelgroup.com

www.Burba.com