Hosted by Jay Cocorullo · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 24 episodes
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Work + Wander is where career stories meet dream destinations. Hosted by Jay Cocorullo and Jessica Badlam from Travel + Leisure Co., each episode features engaging conversations with leaders, innovators, and colleagues about their career journeys — and the travel experiences that inspire them. From lessons learned at work to tales from the road, this is your passport to insight, inspiration, and a little wanderlust.
Jay Cocorullo hosts Work + Wander, a business show with 24 episodes published.
What if the career you're meant for isn't the one you planned? In this episode of Work and Wander, Kim Marshall, Chief HR Officer at Travel + Leisure Co., chats with Jay and Jessica about how a special project changed th
We're kicking off a special Work + Wander series celebrating Travel + Leisure Co.'s outstanding associates recognized at this year's ARDA Awards. In this episode, Jay and Jessica sit down with Dan Williams, Director of t
Leah Rossi's career has taken her from an internship in Puerto Rico to leadership roles across the Caribbean, Texas, and South Carolina. Now preparing for her next chapter in Williamsburg, she joins Jay and Jessica to sh
Elizabeth Johnson has spent 20 years with Travel + Leisure Co. — and somewhere along the way, a podcast in a school pickup line changed everything. In this episode, Liz joins Jess and Jay to talk about her journey from F
For the first full Work + Wander episode on location, Jess and Jay head to Myrtle Beach to sit down with Aaron Evans, Director of Sales & Marketing. Aaron shares the story of how a $50 interview outfit turned into a life
We took Work + Wander on the road. Recorded on location in Myrtle Beach, this episode marks the start of our new “On Location” series. Jay and Jessica are joined by Angela Small for a quick, unscripted conversation cover
In this episode of Work + Wander, hosts Jessica Badlam and Jay Cocorullo sit down with Louis Acosta, Senior Vice President of Sports, Entertainment, Event Marketing and Sales at Travel + Leisure Co. From launching his ca
Sales manager Faizzan Sadruddin joins Work + Wander to share how he went from a new sales agent to a team leader at Travel + Leisure Co. and why referrals, mentorship, and a positive culture make all the difference. Faiz
Join us as we explore Tatum Diamond’s journey from guest services to general manager at Marble Falls in Texas. Tatum shares the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way, the impact of working across different resor
Join us as we explore Jim Kidd’s 20-year journey in talent acquisition at Travel + Leisure Co. As Senior Director of Talent Acquisition, Jim has helped shape the strategy behind hiring top-performing sales talent across
Jeff Weiss joins Jess and Jay to talk about the people behind the vacation and what it takes to build teams that deliver memorable, hassle-free guest experiences. As Talent Acquisition Manager for Resort Operations Recru
Miranda Mayer is helping shape what’s next as Brand Manager for Eddie Bauer Adventure Club, one of Travel + Leisure Co.’s newest and most exciting brands. In this episode of Work + Wander, Miranda shares her non-linear c
In this episode of Work and Wander, hosts Jay Cocorullo and Jessica Badlam welcome Candice Gholston, the new area vice president of sales and marketing for the South Florida region. They discuss Candice's journey from a
In this special holiday episode of Work + Wander, Jay and Jessica trade career stories for cozy conversations about holiday travel. From Christmas markets and winter wonderlands to warm-weather escapes and unexpected des
Careers, like travel, aren’t about shortcuts. In this episode of Work + Wander, Petru Binzari shares lessons on leadership, growth, and the experiences — both on the job and along the way — that help you see further than
In this episode of Work + Wander, Jay and Jessica sit down with Christine Allen, Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition & Corporate HR at Travel + Leisure Co. Christine shares her 11-year journey with the organizati
In this inspiring episode of Work + Wander, Jay and Jessica sit down with Lisbeny Duran, Manager of Learning & Development at Travel + Leisure Co. Lisbeny shares her path to becoming a leader in Learning & Development an
From deep dish debates to dream destinations, Jay and Jessica head to the Windy City to chat with Matt Taylor, the opening General Manager of the new Sports Illustrated Resort Chicago. Matt shares his journey from aspiri
Even the best trips have their never-again moments. In this episode, Jay and Jess share some hilariously horrifying travel stories — from being escorted off a plane like fugitives, to bears outside the tent, to squid-rel
In this episode of Work + Wander, Jay and Jess chat with Lillian Baker, Corporate Responsibility Performance Analyst at Travel + Leisure Co., who turned her internship into a full-time career. Lillian shares her journey
Dan Williams
Managing Director of the building services division, SRW · Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau
1 appearance on this show
Liz Johnson
Athlete Mentor & Corporate Speaker, Sports Commentator & Pundit. Managing Director & Co-Founder at The Ability People · Department of Veterans Affairs
1 appearance on this show
Aaron Evans
Director of Sales & Marketing · Winning Republic Strategies
1 appearance on this show
Jeff Weiss
co-author of Fighting Back: Stan Andrews and the Birth of the Israeli Air Force · Travel + Leisure Co.
1 appearance on this show
Christine Allen
Senior Vice President of Talent Acquisition & Corporate HR · adMare BioInnovations
1 appearance on this show
Matt Taylor
Hillsborough County Commissioner District 4 candidate · Sports Illustrated Resort Chicago
1 appearance on this show
Jay
emergency room doctor · Universally Speaking
1 appearance on this show
Jessica
Doctor of Physical Therapy · Jessica in the Kitchen
1 appearance on this show
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Work + Wander is hosted by Jay Cocorullo. The show is categorised under business (careers) and has published 24 episodes.
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