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This week, Bryan sits down with Ryan Rivett, CEO of My Place Hotels of America, to unpack how a lean, owner-friendly brand is scaling nationwide in extended stay—without the bloat. From small-footprint prototypes and vertical integration to pragmatic amenity choices (no free breakfast, smart alternatives) and tech that actually helps operators, this is a masterclass in building hotels that pencil and perform.
What You’ll Learn
- How My Place balances guests, franchisees, and brand standards
- Why smaller footprints (64/86 keys) unlock A-location sites
- Smart amenity strategy: pools optional, Breakfast-in-Bed program
- Construction & cost control via vertical integration + one prototype
- Extended-stay revenue mix: weekly+ base plus short-stay demand
- Site selection playbook: demand facilitators over acreage myths
Resources & Links
- Learn more: My Place Hotels — franchising info on the site
- Recorded at NextSpace Studios (Scottsdale, AZ) in partnership with Immedia
- NextSpace Studios: https://www.nextspaceaz.com/nextspace-studios
- Immedia: https://www.immedia-tech.com/
- Listen to last Tuesday’s episode with Ryan Bodine (NewGen Advisory)
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