In this episode of the Hospitality Mentor Podcast, host Steve Turk sits down with Steve Galbreath, the Chief Development Officer of Garfield Public Private LLC. Steve discusses his journey from being an architect to a hospitality developer. He provides insights into the work Garfield Public Private LLC does in helping cities, airports, and universities develop convention centers and hotels. The conversation also covers his first hospitality project in the Bahamas, the importance of good design, and how he navigated the transition from architecture to development. Steve shares his thoughts on working with city governments, the economic impact of hotel projects, and offers advice to young professionals about taking risks and enjoying their career journey. This episode is packed with valuable information for anyone interested in hospitality development, city planning, and architecture. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:46 Overview of Garfield Public Private LLC 02:28 Steve's First Job in Hospitality 04:12 Early Career and Transition to Architecture 06:09 Challenges and Lessons in Architecture 07:27 Journey into Hotel Projects 09:40 Career Growth and Opportunities 17:13 Joining Garfield and New Beginnings 24:35 Current Trends and Future Prospects 27:21 The Importance of Convention Hotels 30:30 Challenges in the Hospitality Industry 34:12 Designing for Comfort and Convenience 38:24 Exploring New Hospitality Trends 49:39 Advice for Aspiring Developers 54:41 Final Thoughts and Farewell