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 KanadeSimon Neal, osnivač i izvršni direktor tvrtke Karta kampaPhil Ingrassia, izvršni direktor RVDARafael Correa, predsjednik i financijski direktor Blue Water Development Corpi Miguel Huerta, predsjednik Meksičko glamping udruženje.
Special guest Ward Wijngaert, Business Developer at ćao! Selo, 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.
Sažetak prethodne epizode
In the June 24, 2026, episode of MC Fireside Chats, domaćin 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featured Craig Alsup, Owner of Askew’s Landing RV Campground, who shared his real-world experience in transforming an outdated park using AI.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.
About Me. MC Fireside Chats
MC Fireside Chats je podcast iskustvo uživo posvećeno industriji gostoprimstva i rekreacije na otvorenom. Domaćin Brian Searl, osnivač i izvršni direktor tvrtke Insider Perks i Modern Campground, emisija nudi zanimljive rasprave s vodećima u industriji, inovatorima i stručnjacima koji oblikuju budućnost kampiranja, vožnje kampovima, glampinga i rekreacije na otvorenom.
Emisija, koja se emitira svake srijede u 2 sati (ET), prati strukturiranu tjednu temu kako bi pružila dubinsku analizu najrelevantnijih tema:
- 1. tjedan: Trendovi i uvidi u industriji
- 2. tjedan: Poboljšanje iskustva gostiju
- 3. tjedan: Poslovne operacije i upravljanje
- 4. tjedan: Marketing, umjetna inteligencija i tehnologija
Svaka epizoda sadrži skupinu stalnih gostiju, nadopunjenu s 1-2 rotirajuća posebna gosta, uključujući industrijske analitičare, vlasnike kampova, pružatelje tehnologije, zagovornike održivosti i još mnogo toga. Bilo da istražujete najnovije tržišne trendove ili inovativne strategije doživljaja gostiju, MC Fireside Chats pruža uvide koji potiču na razmišljanje za profesionalce i entuzijaste u cijelom spektru rekreacije na otvorenom.
Za istraživanje prethodnih epizoda MC Fireside Chats, posjetite: moderncampground.com/mc-fireside-chats.