Boutique hospitality Target mid-sized hospitality brands in the Louisiana region with a focus on boutique and guest-centric experiences, leveraging Carmel Inn & Suites as a case study for personalized front-desk services and local travel/tour bookings to upsell curated experiences.

Local partnerships Leverage and expand partnerships with local culinary institutes and event venues (e.g., John Folse Culinary Institute) to offer joint dining events, cooking classes, or themed stays, creating cross-promotional packages that boost occupancy during shoulder seasons.

Digital presence Offer cost-effective digital marketing services to enhance visibility for small hotels using platforms Carmel already engages (WordPress, Google Maps, Trustpilot). Propose performance-based campaigns to improve direct bookings and reduce reliance on OTAs.

Value-added services Develop revenue opportunities around amenities such as paid concierge experiences, laundry/dry cleaning partnerships, and fitness or pool packages, plus branded guest communications that promote local tours and attractions.

Tech-enabled efficiency Position as a sponsor for hospitality tech stack optimization, offering managed cloud hosting, advertising optimization, and analytics to small inns, enabling scalable marketing with measurable ROI and improved guest engagement.