4 Generations of Innovating Luxury Hospitality | with Larry Korman, President of AKA

Описание: The Modern Hotelier - Episode #254: Building AKA & Leading Luxury Residence Hospitality | with Larry Korman

How did Larry Korman go from growing up outside Philadelphia to leading one of the most innovative hospitality brands in the world?

In this episode, hosts David Millili and Steve Carran sit down with Larry Korman, President of AKA Hotels & Residences and Co‑CEO of Korman Communities. Larry shares his journey from growing up outside Philadelphia to leading one of the most innovative hospitality brands in the world.

You’ll hear about:
The power of design and how it shaped his career.
The four generations of the Korman family and their 100+ year legacy in real estate.
How AKA redefined luxury with flexible stay residences.
His collaboration with Airbnb and thoughts on the future of hospitality.
Personal insights on family, travel, and what’s next for AKA.

This episode is packed with inspiration, history, and forward‑thinking ideas for hoteliers, designers, and anyone passionate about hospitality.

************ TIMESTAMPS ************

00:00 Introduction
01:04 Meet Larry Korman
01:41 Lightning Round
03:56 Growing Up Near Philly
06:10 Why Duke University
07:06 Corman Family Origins
10:01 Furnished Apartment Breakthrough
11:10 Corman Suites Marketing Playbook
13:08 Birth of AKA Brand
14:40 Airbnb Collaboration
18:45 Listening to Guests and Adapting
25:01 First AKA Property Story
27:50 Hospitality Through People
28:26 Brand Name Origins
28:52 Hotel AKA Growth Pivot
32:46 Renovation Lessons Learned
35:01 Reset And Future Expansion
36:25 Flexible Luxury Redefined
38:51 Wellness And Food Programs
42:58 Designing Calm and Sleep
48:03 Loyalty Through Referrals
48:57 Advice for Legacy Hotels
55:46 Outside Influences and Wrap

************ LINKS & RESOURCES ************

Links:
aka on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aka/...
aka: https://www.stayaka.com/

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