Education & Events
Aspiring and Future Lodging Professional Seminars
Inn Advisors presents its “Hospitality from the Ground Up: A Seminar for Aspiring Owners & Managers” seminar series for future buyers, aspiring innkeepers and hospitality managers.
Seminars will be led by broker consultants Carol Edmondson and Marco DiDomizio.
Next Seminar: “Hospitality from the Ground Up: A Seminar for Aspiring Owners & Managers“
Date: November 20 – 22, 2026 (Check in Friday evening, November 20; All-day course Saturday, November 21; Check out Sunday, November 22)
Location: Platinum Pebble Boutique Inn, West Harwich, MA
Pricing: Includes registration and course materials, a two-night stay at the inn, breakfast each morning, welcome reception on Friday evening, lunch on Saturday
– Single attendee: $800 (Use promo code: Aspire1)
– Couple attendees (one room): $950 (Use promo code: Aspire2)
Registration: Directly with the Platinum Pebble Boutique Inn as one of the offered packages
Interested in attending one of our seminars ??
Contact us for Seminar Package Pricing
Includes: your Bed & Breakfast, seminar, all take home materials, lunch on seminar days
(Above) Marco accepting the Travel & Leisure #1 U.S. Inn Award for Candleberry Inn, presented by Jacqui Gifford, Editor in Chief
Awards
Is innkeeping and hospitality ownership the career of your dreams?
If you think so, invest some time with the winners of several impressive hospitality industry awards in the including:
- Travel + Leisure: #1 Inn in US Award
- Travel + Leisure: Top 30 Global Hotel Designation
- TripAdvisor: # 1 Inn USA Award for 3 consecutive years
- National Inn of the Year Award
- Condé Nast: various regional and national awards
“Inn Advisors is a pleasure to work with! I came into Innkeeping after a sudden death in my family, I had a vision for the Inn, but was not sure how to get there. I started to work with Marco …he is amazing! His support & experience is beyond the stars! He helped me to map out a plan of action to help me reach my goals. We are still on our way, but now we have clear direction. Thank you, Marco & Inn Advisors! I appreciate all you have done for me & my business!”
– Grand Victorian B&B
Upcoming Industry Conferences
ALP Unlocked! :: 2026 Association of Lodging Professionals Conference & Marketplace
March 2-5, 2026
Cleveland, Ohio
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ALP Academy :: Guest Experience DIY – Creating thoughtful touches that elevate guest connections and build loyalty
April 8, 15, 22, 2026 (one-hour virtual Lab each Wednesday at 1:00 PM ET)
Online – Instructed by Marco DiDomizio, Inn Advisors
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“InnSanity!” Spring 2026 Event – Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce B&B Committee – hosted by Inn at Yarmouth Port
April 30, 2026
Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts
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Select Registry National Conference
November 8-10, 2026
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
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Inn Advisors – Aspiring Hospitality Owners & Manager Seminar (see description in above Education section)
November 20-22, 2026
Platinum Pebble Boutique Inn, West Harwich, Massachusetts
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ALP Unlocked! :: 2027 Association of Lodging Professionals Conference & Marketplace
February 22-25, 2027
Boston, Massachusetts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are your seminars and workshops designed for?
Our educational programs are designed for aspiring innkeepers, boutique lodging buyers, hospitality owners, managers, and professionals seeking to grow their hospitality knowledge.
What topics do you teach?
Topics may include hospitality ownership, guest experience, operations, valuation, marketing, food service, staffing, revenue strategy, and hospitality business planning.
What is “Hospitality from the Ground Up”?
Hospitality from the Ground Up is an immersive seminar designed for aspiring hospitality owners and managers seeking a realistic understanding of boutique lodging ownership and operations based on our own successes.
Are your educational programs based on real-world experiences?
Yes. Many programs are intentionally practical and interactive, incorporating real-world hospitality examples, operational discussions, and peer learning opportunities.
Do I need hospitality experience to attend?
No. Many attendees are exploring hospitality ownership for the first time or are transitioning from other careers.
Do current hospitality owners attend your events?
Yes. Current owners and operators often attend our master innkeeper and manager sessions at conferences and events to strengthen operational knowledge, improve guest experience, and network with peers.
Are networking opportunities included?
Yes. Networking and peer collaboration are valuable components of many of our seminars, workshops, and hospitality events.
Where are your events held?
Events may be hosted at hospitality properties, conference venues around the country, or virtually depending on the program and audience.
How can I register for an upcoming seminar or event?
Upcoming events and registration details are available on this page, along with links for additional information.
Can organizations invite Inn Advisors to speak or teach?
Yes. Inn Advisors regularly participates in industry conferences, podcasts, webinars, workshops, educational sessions, and hospitality speaking engagements.
Get your innkeeping and ownership questions answered:
- Spend time with the pros who made their dream happen!
- Decide if innkeeping and hospitality is truly for you
- Learn the secret to finding and evaluating successful inns
- Meet other aspiring Innkeepers and learn from their experiences
- Enjoy the seminar at a first class B&B / Inn as a guest
Interested in attending one of our seminars ??
Contact us for Seminar Package Pricing
Includes: your Bed & Breakfast, seminar, all take home materials, lunch on seminar days
Seminar agenda answers the question: Why innkeeping?
- Exploring lifestyle/career change
- Make or buy your dream Inn
- Where to find wonderful inns for sale
- Evaluation of opportunities
- Financial/business planning
- Pricing your rooms
- Guest experience excellence
- Food service: menu planning, kitchen operations
- Taking Reservations
- Staffing
- Day to Day Operations
- Hospitality accounting
- Marketing, marketing, marketing
- Social media strategy
- Purchasing supplies and amenities
- Networking for success
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Carol Edmondson
carol@innadvisors.com
(508) 237-1617
Marco DiDomizio
marco@innadvisors.com
(646) 831-1976