In this episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Kristian and Jessica chat with Robert Birch, Head of Operations at Gravity Co, about creating meaningful living experiences across co-living, BTR, and hospitality. Tune in for insights on: 💬 Why community is central to modern rental expectations 🔎 How Gravity leverages data to detect and solve issues early 🌐…

In this brand-new episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica and Kristian chat with Steve Davis, CEO of Operto, about the powerful intersection of hospitality, multifamily, and smart technology. 💡 Listen in for key takeaways like: 🔑 How Operto grew from digital locks to a full-service guest/resident management platform 🏘️ Why STR tech is uniquely pos…

In this week’s episode of Pillow Talk Sessions, our founder, Jessica Gillingham, and co-host, Kristian Lupinski, chat with Bart Sasim, CEO & Founder of Spatial Experience, about the evolution of Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and what’s next for the sector. Bart shares insights on: 🏢 The transition from traditional student housing to mo…

Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Begum Agca Okutgen, Head of Partner Network at Blueground, to explore the ongoing transformation of the rental market driven by remote work, technology, and evolving guests needs. 💡 Tune in to discover: 🏠 How remote work is reshaping demand for flexible, furnished rentals across 35 cities world…

Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Mitch Hammond, Build-to-Rent Manager at OnTheMarket, for a candid discussion on defining and differentiating Build to Rent (BTR) in the UK and beyond. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🏗️ Why a unified understanding of BTR terminology is crucial for market growth. 🤖 Balancing technology with human connecti…

Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Philippa Wagner, founder of PeoplePlacesSpaces, to unpack the shifting landscape of hospitality and how it influences sectors like Build-to-Rent. 💡 Tune in to explore: 🔹 How guest expectations have evolved – prioritizing wellness, social engagement, and authentic connections. 🌍 The balance betw…

Jessica Gillingham and special co-host Iain Murray, Head of Operational Living at Bidwells, sit down with Benjamin Hall, Founder of LOFT, for an insightful conversation on how design and sustainability are shaping the future of multifamily and co-living spaces. 🎧 In this episode, we dive into: 🔹 The power of design in fostering resident retention a…

This week on Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski welcome Katherine Rose, Managing Director of VervLife, for an in-depth conversation about reshaping the future of mixed-asset management. Key highlights from the episode: 🏘️ Strategic Asset Management – Overcoming the challenges of managing diverse property types. 📊 Flex Re…

Join Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski in this latest episode of Pillow Talk Sessions as they explore how multifamily living is being transformed by the hospitality industry’s best practices. Featuring Konrad Koczwara, Founder & CEO of ElevateOS, this episode is packed with insights into creating a 5-star resident experience. Highlights incl…

Join Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski on this week’s episode of Pillow Talk Sessions as they welcome Brendan Geraghty, CEO of the Association for Rental Living, to discuss how hospitality is reshaping the Build-to-Rent (BTR) sector. Key takeaways include: 🔹 The Hospitality-BTR Connection – Insights into how BTR is adopting hotel-inspired pr…

In this week’s Pillow Talk Sessions, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski are joined by Freya Richard, Director of Operations & Leasing at Vertus, for an engaging conversation about how hospitality and Build-to-Rent (BTR) are learning from each other. Key highlights include: 🏘️ Lessons in Community – How Vertus is applying BTR community-buildin…

In our latest episode, Jessica Gillingham and Krstian Lupinski sit down with Yianni Tsitouras, Founder & CEO of POHA House, to explore how POHA is redefining co-living with a focus on community, sustainability, and well-being. This conversation is filled with insights on the future of co-living and the ways it can foster connection and purpose in e…

In this episode, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Michael Levie, co-founder of citizenM, to dive into how citizenM is reshaping the hospitality industry with a bold, customer-first approach. 🎙️ Michael shares his insights on everything from digital transformation to creating unforgettable guest experiences. We explore ci…

In this episode, hosts Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski sit down with Suzanne Luscombe, Strategic Growth Director at resiCentral, to dive deep into the Build-to-Rent (BTR) and Co-Living sectors. 🎙️ What to expect: 🏢 Key strategies for positioning brands in BTR and Co-Living sectors. 🌱 The growing importance of sustainability and green build…

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our very first episode of Pillow Talk Sessions! 🎉 In this premier, we’re diving into the exciting convergence of the hospitality and Build-to-Rent (BTR) sectors with our special guest, Iain Murray, Head of Operational Living at Bidwells. 🎙️ What can you expect? 🏢 How the BTR sector is learning from hospitali…

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new podcast series, Pillow Talk Sessions—where hospitality, real estate, and rental living meet to shape the future of how we live, work, and play! Join us, Jessica Gillingham and Kristian Lupinski, as we dive deep into the heartbeat of lodging. We’ll be exploring the transformation from simply providin…