The Artisans: Eric Jafari

The BLLA Team sits down with Eric Jafari, Chief Development Officer and Creative Director at edyn, as he delves into his experience as a boutique hotelier. BLLA: What is your company’s mission statement? EJ: “At edyn, we believe in soulful hospitality. We believe that travel should be a rich journey of discovery, rewarding curiosity with […]

The Artisans: Luis Gallotti & Lisandro Leon Liguori

The BLLA Team sits down with Luis Gallotti & Lisandro Leon Liguori, Co-Founders & Principals at AKEN Hotels & Resorts, as they delve into their experiences as boutique hoteliers. BLLA: What is your company’s mission statement? LG: “Since its conception, AKEN Hotels & Resorts mission statement is well-defined in 3 core values: 1. Elevate and […]

The Artisans: Dee Patel

The BLLA Team sits down with Dee Patel, Managing Director at The Hermitage Hotel, as she delves into her experience as a boutique hotelier. View more details about The Hermitage Hotel on stay-boutique.com! BLLA: What is your company’s mission statement? DP: “Since opening our doors in 1910, The Hermitage Hotel has been Tennessee’s standard-bearer for […]

The Artisans: Phil Hospod

The BLLA Team sits down with Phil Hospod, Founder & CEO at Dovetail + Co, as he delves into his experience as a boutique hotelier. BLLA: What is your company’s mission statement? PH: “Creating beautiful experiences in destinations that excite and with people that inspire.”  BLLA: How did you enter the hospitality industry? PH: “I […]

The Artisans: Carolyn Schneider

The BLLA Team sits down with Carolyn Schneider, Co-Founder of Casetta Group, as she delves into her experience as a boutique hotelier. BLLA: What is your company’s mission statement? CS: “Seeking buildings with a story, Casetta creates timeless, thoughtful experiences that preserve architecture, highlight design, and champion guest service with sustainability in mind while creating […]