Modern Campground invites outdoor hospitality professionals to explore international success stories and grassroots advocacy when MC Fireside Chats returns for Industry Trends and Insights on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 2 PM ET, presented by Modern Campground.
The engaging discussion will feature the insights of recurring industry experts Eleonore Hamm, President of the RVDA de Canadá; Simon Neal, Fundador y CEO de mapa del campamento; Phil Ingrassia, Director Ejecutivo de RVDA; Rafael Correa, Presidente y Director Financiero de Corporación de desarrollo de agua azul; y Miguel Huerta, Presidente de la Asociación Mexicana de Glamping.
Special guest Ward Wijngaert, Business Developer at ¡Yelloh! Pueblo, will offer an exclusive look into the European holiday village model, examining its triumphs in premium amenities, franchising, and elevating the family camping experience. Operators eager to understand how to apply these proven strategies to their North American parks won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to learn from a global leader.
Lori and Christina Severson of Wisconsin Campgrounds will join the panel to spotlight the critical role of state association advocacy in empowering independent campground owners. They will share practical strategies for community building and operational excellence that drive local tourism and help navigate the ever-evolving regulatory landscape.
Resumen del episodio anterior
En el episodio del 24 de junio de 2026 de MC Fireside Chats, anfitrión Brian Searl led an essential discussion on the adoption of artificial intelligence and technology in the outdoor hospitality industry. He kicked off the conversation by questioning why many campground owners readily invest hundreds of thousands in physical amenities but hesitate to allocate minor amounts to high-ROI digital marketing or AI tools.
Matt Whitermore, Director at Unhitched Management and Climb Capital, explained that the push for technology is largely driven by economics. While legacy owners might coast on lower margins, new investors with significant debt must rely on technology to optimize revenue. Scott Lengel, Chairman and CEO of AdventureGenie, further argued that modern consumer behavior, where RVers use AI for research and negotiation, compels owners to adapt just to stay competitive.
The episode also featured Craig Alsup, Owner of Askew’s Landing RV Campground, who shared his real-world experience in transforming an outdated park using AI. By leveraging smart technology for tasks like generating phone scripts, creating maintenance checklists, and analyzing customer feedback, Craig significantly optimized operations and boosted his park’s online ratings and overall success.
Sobre Nosotros MC Fireside Chats
MC Fireside Chats es una experiencia de podcast en vivo dedicada a las industrias de la hospitalidad y la recreación al aire libre. Presentado por Brian Searl, fundador y CEO de Insider Perks y Modern CampgroundEl programa ofrece debates interesantes con líderes de la industria, innovadores y expertos que están dando forma al futuro del camping, las casas rodantes, el glamping y la recreación al aire libre.
El programa, que se transmite todos los miércoles a las 2 p. m. (hora del Este de EE. UU.), sigue un tema semanal estructurado para brindar análisis profundos de los temas más relevantes:
- Semana 1: Tendencias y perspectivas de la industria
- Semana 2: Mejorando la experiencia del huésped
- Semana 3: Operaciones y gestión empresarial
- Semana 4: Marketing, IA y tecnología
Cada episodio cuenta con un panel de invitados recurrentes, complementado por 1 o 2 invitados especiales rotativos, entre los que se incluyen analistas de la industria, propietarios de campamentos, proveedores de tecnología, defensores de la sostenibilidad y más. Ya sea que explore las últimas tendencias del mercado o estrategias innovadoras de experiencia para los huéspedes, MC Fireside Chats Ofrece información que invita a la reflexión para profesionales y entusiastas de todo el espectro de la recreación al aire libre.
Para explorar episodios anteriores de MC Fireside Chats, visitar: moderncampground.com/mc-fireside-chats.