Suite Success: Masters of Hospitality · 2026-08-06 · 49 min
How do you keep a 100-year-old hotel relevant in a world that's constantly changing? On this episode of Suite Success, host Katie Cline sits down with Tom Prescott, President & CEO of Seaway Hotels Corporation and steward of the iconic Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables, as the National Historic Landmark celebrates its centennial. Tom shares what it really takes to operate one of America's most historic luxury hotels - from balancing preservation with innovation to investing millions in the guest experience without sacrificing the property's identity. Along the way, he reveals why great hospitality isn't about preserving everything - it's about knowing what to let go of. Tom also reflects on growing up in a family hospitality business, why he intentionally built his career elsewhere before returning, and how those outside experiences shaped his leadership style. Together, Katie and Tom explore the value of challenging "the way we've always done it," the rise of independent luxury hotels, why consistency matters more than perfection, and what every business can learn from a brand that's successfully evolved for 100 years. This episode is
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