Patrick Goddard - President at Brightline Trains

In this episode, Steve is joined by Patrick Goddard. Throughout his successful career in hospitality, Patrick has worked in hotel development and operations for Hilton Hotels, Loews Hotels and Rosewood Hotels. He was also a successful hospitality entrepreneur. Today, Patrick is the President of Brightline Trains, where he is responsible for the company’s multi-billion-dollar intercity passenger rail development and expansion that will connect Central and South Florida. Throughout this episode, Patrick talks to Steve about his introduction to the hospitality industry growing up in Europe, the experiences he had at different hotel companies, saying yes to the opportunities that came his way, and so much more. 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