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The Social Hotelier

Sam-Erik Ruttmann

Booking Overview

This is an interview show focused on hospitality, hotel leadership, and memorable guest experiences, typically featuring hoteliers, hospitality suppliers, founders, and other experienced industry voices. PR agencies could credibly pitch hotel and tourism executives, hospitality technology founders, and specialists in guest experience or hotel marketing; guests need relevant expertise and practical insight, while booking difficulty appears medium.

Metrics

Episodes: 193

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

sameriks@gmail.com

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Host

Sam-Erik Ruttmann - Host of a show sharing perspectives and experience on hospitality, technology trends, and human-centered guest experiences.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established hospitality executives, hotel operators, tourism and hospitality technology founders, authors, and experienced specialists with practical industry expertise.
Required Achievements:  
Senior leadership in hospitality or hotel management, Founded or led a hospitality-related business, Authored work or developed recognized expertise in a relevant field

Recent Guest Discussions

Jayanth N Kolla - Artificial Intelligence, Commercialization Of AI, Nordic Innovation, Startup Growth, International Expansion, And Professional Accountability.

Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis - Travel, Hospitality, Service Excellence, Emotional Intelligence, Hotel Leadership, And Human Connection.

Susan Barry - Hotel Branding, Guest Experience, Hospitality Marketing, AI, Independent Hotels, And Entrepreneurship.

Jessie Fischer - Hospitality Technology, Guest Experience, Destination-wide Communication, And Using AI To Support Human Connection.

Christian Grage - Global Hotel Leadership, International Hotel Management, Cultural Intelligence, Career Development, And Hospitality Trends.

Recent Topics

Business, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Guest Experience, Tourism

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Social Hotelier
:

Why Hospitality Needs an AI Referee, Not More Dashboards. TSHS-167

October 16, 2026

Why Hospitality Needs an AI Referee, Not More Dashboards How AI can unify hospitality operations and enhance decision-making. In a world where artificial intelligence (AI) is often viewed as a threat to jobs, Safa Rahal offers a refreshing perspective on its transformative potential in the hospitality industry. Her journey from a personal assistant to a leader in revenue and e-commerce underscores the importance of curiosity in navigating this evolving landscape.  The Path to AI Integration S...

The Future of AI, Accountability & Innovation | Deep Tech Insights from Helsinki with Jayanth N Kolla. TSHS- 166

October 09, 2026

The Future of AI, Accountability & Innovation | Deep Tech Insights from Helsinki with Jayanth N Kolla What does the future of AI, innovation, entrepreneurship, and global business expansion really look like in 2026? In this special live conversation from Helsinki’s iconic Oodi Central Library, host Sam-Erik Ruttmann sits down with AI strategist and entrepreneur Jayanth N Kolla to discuss the realities behind artificial intelligence, the commercialization of AI platforms, Nordic...

The Secret Behind Great Hotels Isn’t Luxury, It’s People l Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis TSHS-165

October 02, 2026

The Secret Behind Great Hotels Isn’t Luxury, It’s People What can more than 100 countries, decades of global travel, and a lifetime spent living in hotels teach us about hospitality, leadership, human connection, and personal growth? In this episode of The Social Hotelier Podcast, host Sam-Erik Ruttmann sits down with author, traveler, former international tour leader, and life coach Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis to explore the deeper meaning of travel and the lessons hidden behind...

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Frequently asked questions

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The Social Hotelier
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How do I get in touch with The Social Hotelier?

The Social Hotelier is hosted by Sam-Erik Ruttmann. Its publicly listed email is sameriks@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The Social Hotelier?

The publicly listed email for The Social Hotelier: sameriks@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The Social Hotelier have?

Podseeker estimates The Social Hotelier reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Social Hotelier?

The Social Hotelier typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Established hospitality executives, hotel operators, tourism and hospitality technology founders, authors, and experienced specialists with practical industry expertise. Common among recent guests: Senior leadership in hospitality or hotel management; Founded or led a hospitality-related business; Authored work or developed recognized expertise in a relevant field. Recent guests include Jayanth N Kolla, Elisabeth Villiger Toufexis, and Susan Barry.

How hard is it to get booked on The Social Hotelier?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does The Social Hotelier cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Guest Experience, and Tourism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

sameriks@gmail.com

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