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A sign-off, a handover, and a candid origin story. We open with why the mic is changing hands and then dive straight into Connor’s path—from a childhood of four brothers and a legendary treehouse to a career shaped by a passion for the outdoors and a data-led obsession with outdoor hospitality investment data. You’ll hear how a sold-out weekend in Joshua Tree reframed “dirt” as valuable inventory, why the numbers pushed him from traditional camping toward glamping, and how a mother–son Kilimanjaro summit trip transformed into a year long 'R&D' trip.

Connor unpacks the deals that almost happened, including a pre-COVID lease-to-own near Smith Rock. We explore his years at Sage building investment-grade feasibility studies, harvesting comp data from hundreds of booking calendars, and partnering to elevate industry insights beyond surveys and into measurable demand. We also confront the hard parts—burnout, trade-offs, and choosing a mission..

Looking forward, Connor maps a clear product vision: hard‑walled, glass‑forward cabins within two hours of major cities, 20–50 keys, indoor–outdoor living without the canvas headaches, and operations designed for an unplugged guest experience. He’s stepping into US‑wide brokerage with his brother while continuing selective consulting and feasibility work, aiming to help founders buy smarter, fund faster, and build places that connect with the natural world. If you care about glamping strategy, outdoor resort feasibility, and the “why” that keeps teams going when permits stall and spreadsheets glare, this one’s for you.

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The leading outdoor consultancy in feasibility studies and appraisals. To learn more email contact@sageoutdooradvisory.com

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Soon, we’ll be renaming the show to “The Outdoor Hospitality Podcast” to better reflect our mission and expand our content horizons. Make sure to follow and subscribe so you don’t lose us due to the change.

This transformation stems from our core purpose: empowering entrepreneurs and business owners who are creating unique properties that that get people outside. Ultimately, we want our work to help people disconnect from the stressors of daily life and reconnect with nature, loved ones, and themselves.

The new name aligns perfectly with our partnership with Sage Outdoor Advisory, whose expertise spans the entire outdoor accommodation spectrum. Moving forward, we’ll broaden our coverage beyond glamping to include landscape resorts, RV parks, campgrounds, and other innovative outdoor lodging concepts.

We’re also investing heavily in the podcast’s future—with improved production quality and an exciting lineup of industry leaders. To ensure you don’t miss any episodes, follow us on your preferred podcast platform today.

If you’re attending the upcoming Glamping Show, stop by the Sage Outdoor Advisory or Posh Outdoors booth to say hello. We’re excited to continue this journey with you as we explore the ever-evolving world of outdoor hospitality.

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Nick makes a big announcement about stepping back from the podcast to focus 100% on Posh Outdoors and scaling that business. Shari Heilala the CEO of Sage Outdoor Advisory has stepped up as the new Co-Host joining Connor.

Nick shares the latest updates and insights on Posh's successful launch out of the gates.

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