
Amber Hurdle
VerifiedBrand experience consultancy for hospitality and vacation rentals blending psychology and neuroscience.
About Amber Hurdle
Amber Hurdle Consulting is a brand experience consultancy that blends psychology, neuroscience, and AI-enhanced tools with real-world business strategy to elevate hospitality and vacation rental brands. Using the proprietary "Velvet Machete" methodology, the firm helps organizations unify their personal, employer, and business brand experiences across every stakeholder touchpoint. Services include fractional CXO support, the Velvet Machete Leadership Academy certification program, Employer Brand Central frameworks, Brand Edge Accelerator membership, keynote speaking, and talent optimization strategies designed to attract top-tier employees and build customer loyalty. Ranked #2 Branding Thought Leader in the World (Global Gurus, 2025) and trusted by Fortune 100 clients including Marriott Hotels, FedEx Ground, and Opry Entertainment Group.
What sets this company apart
Uses the proprietary "Velvet Machete" methodology blending psychology, neuroscience, and AI-enhanced tools with real-world business strategy. Ranked #2 Branding Thought Leader in the World (Global Gurus, 2025) and serves Fortune 100 clients including Marriott Hotels, FedEx Ground, and Opry Entertainment Group. Specializes in unifying personal, employer, and business brand experiences for hospitality and vacation rental operators.
Markets & Coverage
Operating across 3 countries
Markets & Coverage
(3)Supported Languages
Market Segments
- LuxuryPrimary
- Corporate & Extended Stay
Service Characteristics
Main Features
- Brand positioning & GTM strategy
- Brand storytelling strategy
- Leadership & team management training
- Guest experience & service training
- Brand identity development
Pricing Plans
Pricing information based on publicly available data. Contact vendor for exact quotes.
Brand Edge Accelerator
- Monthly virtual workshops
- AI brand tools (BRANDon, Ask Amber, AIMY)
- Strategic content library (prompts, templates, frameworks)
- Live Q&A with Amber
- Brand Edge Framework methodology
Reviews
7 reviews from verified users
4.57
7 reviews
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Paula Jansen
Excellent service, highly recommended!
Excellent service, highly recommended!
View originalRex M
I had a wonderful experience with them. Their solutions were effective and their team was professional.
View originalNannette Jackson
I had a great experience working with them. Their strategies were effective and their professionalism was impressive.
View originalFred Stanuszek
Amber Hurdle Consulting is 👍. Their services have been very helpful in improving our business strategies. I would definitely recommend working with them.
View originalKen Leef
Amber Hurdle Consulting provides excellent services. Their expertise and knowledge have greatly helped our company achieve its goals. Highly recommended!
View originalJared Swanson
We are extremely satisfied with the services provided by Amber Hurdle Consulting. They have helped us achieve significant growth and success.
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- Amber Hurdle Consulting is a brand experience consultancy that blends psychology, neuroscience, and AI-enhanced tools with real-world business strategy to elevate hospitality and vacation rental brands. Using the proprietary "Velvet Machete" methodology, the firm helps organizations unify their personal, employer, and business brand experiences across every stakeholder touchpoint. Services include fractional CXO support, the Velvet Machete Leadership Academy certification program, Employer Brand Central frameworks, Brand Edge Accelerator membership, keynote speaking, and talent optimization strategies designed to attract top-tier employees and build customer loyalty. Ranked #2 Branding Thought Leader in the World (Global Gurus, 2025) and trusted by Fortune 100 clients including Marriott Hotels, FedEx Ground, and Opry Entertainment Group.
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