Cole Boucher | Founder of Essential Hospitality

Cole Boucher, the founder and president of Essential Hospitality, joins Steve today to share his journey in the hospitality industry. Cole's first job started in his family’s company, Boucher Brothers, on Miami beach at the age of 13, and since then he hasn’t stopped. He decided to leave college and start his business, Essential Hospitality, which caters more towards larger hotels, assisting in hospitality logistics and service. A partnership at the Fontainebleau led him to add a pool feature under his model, providing management, payroll, and essentially an all-in-one package for prospective hotels. After this, he ventured out to other properties, adding to his repertoire. The business model Cole follows is a personal, customer service-oriented model that prides itself on creating a great experience for customers. He also reveals an exciting partnership with and a Major Food Group. Tune in to hear Cole's inspiring hospitality story! Don’t forget to check out Good Morning Hospitality - Steve and Sarah’s live show every Wednesday morning! Connect with Steve on LinkedIn RealTime Reservation Offer This episode is brought to you by our podcast partners at RealTime Reservation. Their inventory management system is best in class for hotels and resorts to manage their non-room inventory. The web-based application allows for creative upselling of overnight and daytime visitors with add-ons and pre-planned packages. Hotel guests and non-guests can reserve cabanas, pool chairs, activities, amenities, excursions, events, day passes, and much more. To learn more check them out here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices