# Why 2026 Is the Time for Solar Facilities at Hotels | with Justin Draplin

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Podcast: [GAIN Momentum - Lessons from Leaders in Hospitality, Travel, Food Service, & Technology](https://stenobird.com/podcast/gain-momentum-lessons-from-leaders-in-hospitality-travel-food-service-technology-6405481)
Published: 2026-02-05T10:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, we interview Justin Draplin , founder and CEO of Fortified Solar . Fortified Solar is a South Carolina–based manufacturer of building-integrated photovoltaic steel solar roofing and structures that deliver renewable energy with durable protection and flexible financing for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. They also offer solar-integrated parking solutions such as steel solar carports and residential solar parking structures that generate clean power, provide EV charging options, and enhance site utility and resilience. ************* LINKS & RESOURCES ************* The GAIN Momentum Podcast: focusing on timeless lessons to scale a business in hospitality, travel, and technology-centered around four key questions posed to all guests and hosted by Adam Mogelonsky. For more information about GAIN, head to: https://gainadvisors.com/ Adam Mogelonsky is a GAIN Advisor and partner at Hotel Mogel Consulting Ltd ., focusing on strategy advisory for hotel owners, hotel technology analysis, process innovation, marketing support and finding ways for hotels to profit from the wellness economy. Listen to the GAIN Momentum Podcast: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gain-momentum/id1690033572?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jfIWt1D92EzgB32yX2fP4

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