GSAIR 2024 : AMERICAS 6
WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION
By JOANNA CROSS Chief Operating Officer , Ariosi
Welcome to our second year of regional sub reports – now it ’ s time for GSAIR AMERICAS !
Successful formula
In 2023 we struck upon a formula for our regional reports that was well received by our audience and that gave a tasty flavour to our regional pieces . We shied away from being just another source of industry news , and instead curated a series with guest contributors writing for us , from their perspective , in their own voice and words . Yes , they are opinion pieces , often supported by cold hard facts , but they ’ re real and lived experiences from a collection of specialists in various roles , across a selection of geographies , in our industry . We feel a handful of perspectives is just about right to ensure we deliver a collection of diverse , thought-provoking articles , with just enough content to stimulate our readership without being overwhelming .
Retain the flavour of the main GSAIR report
When deciding upon topics for inclusion , we ’ re influenced by the findings of our main report , the GSAIR survey and results edition published in June 2024 . However , we ’ re also open to new themes being introduced to enhance our breadth of opinion and keep things spicy . We ’ ve found that there is plenty of correlation between regions and global themes , and it ’ s indeed interesting to see how the commonalities we see and are experiencing as an industry are manifesting themselves at a regional and local level .
Always a delight
One of the most enjoyable parts of curating GSAIR is the process of sourcing our contributors , then deciding upon the topic ( s ) that light their fire , giving them a voice and concurrently serving the GSAIR readership community well .
Next up we hear from industry stalwart , Steve Frey , on what inspired him to start his business and how he and his team keep delivering value to their customers .
Ben Subedar , a long-standing contributor and writer for GSAIR , gives us an update on the LATAM market ; a vast , vibrant and exciting region where the temporary accommodation offering is maturing nicely ( and loaded with opportunity ).
Closing out GSAIR AMERICAS for 2024 , Stephen Homsey , gives us an insight into what it means for an industry that has taken a ‘ pause ’, what the reality is now , and what it might look like when the sector takes a breath in November .
Thanks for putting on your writing caps
As with every edition of GSAIR , we ’ re thankful and grateful for our guest contributors who once again stepped up to fulfil the role of ‘ writers ’. Your enthusiasm for sharing your professional experience and expertise with us is very much appreciated and we can ’ t thank you enough for delivering the goods . THANK YOU !
Enjoy , see you soon
To our GSAIR readers , enjoy , and we look forward to seeing you again for our next edition .
If you ’ d like to get involved , please get in touch – we ’ d love to hear from you !
Sarah Everhart delivers a heartfelt perspective on doing business in the corporate housing industry in the U . S . and shares what it takes to evolve successfully along the way . As our industry continues to move on shifting sands , Robert Wyatt explores what it might take to bridge the gap between Mobility and Business Travel .