Former NFL Player, model and current Managing Director of Dream Hollywood, Vaughn Davis, joins the show to explain how he worked his way up the ladder at a number of 5 star hotels to eventually become the Managing Director at one of the greatest hotels in the country. Vaughn explains how he uses AI to run his current business, help with his Managing Director role and make guest experiences more enjoyable. Vaughn also speaks about his philanthropic work throughout the country. Learn how you can make a difference at www.LAworks.org
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As the Managing Director of Dream Hollywood, Vaughn Davis is a seasoned leader in luxury hospitality, with over a decade of experience at prestigious lifestyle hotels in New York and Los Angeles. Vaughn began his career at Dream Hotel Group’s Dream Downtown in New York in 2011. His exceptional vision and attention to detail have led to the successful opening of hotels across North America, collaborating with renowned names such as Dream Hotel Group, Gansevoort Hotel Group, Hyatt, and Two Roads Hospitality.
Drawing inspiration from his diverse background in fashion and entertainment – coupled with a Political Science degree from Hofstra University and a passion for new tech – Vaughn has become known for driving the hospitality industry forward in dynamic environments. At the Dream Downtown, Vaughn notably introduced the innovative “Sneaker Concierge” program, allowing guests to order rare sneakers and have them delivered to the hotel, whether to their rooms, the club, or as part of their arrival experience.
Vaughn’s passion for technology and coding has driven innovative guest experiences, including AI and NFT galleries, QR code luggage tags, Apple Pay integration, podcasts, and art residencies in hotel lobbies of Dream Hollywood. Under his guidance, technology-forward milestones were achieved by introducing groundbreaking initiatives such as The Crypt Gallery—an NFT artwork partnership—and The Social Club membership program sets new standards for guest engagement and satisfaction, offering the first-ever VIP membership program purchasable through a Non-Fungible Token (NFT). As the CEO of Relevant Hospitality, a vertically integrated, design focused real estate development company, Vaughn spearheads several captivating projects currently in development worldwide.
Beyond his professional achievements, Vaughn is a devoted family man, mentor, and community leader. In 2019, Vaughn moved to Los Angeles, where he became actively involved in various nonprofits, uniting different boards to improve the community. He actively serves on various nonprofit boards in Los Angeles, including the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board, LA Tourism Board’s Diversity and Inclusion Committee, and Hollywood Partnership, where he holds the positions of Treasurer and Vice Chairman. Vaughn also dedicates himself to aiding the unhoused community in Los Angeles, demonstrating his unwavering commitment to social responsibility.
Vaughn’s journey exemplifies extraordinary dedication to innovation, tech-driven experiences, and community service, making him a powerful force in the world of hospitality and community advancement.
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