Going for It
What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business? I have always loved meeting new people, learning about their unique backgrounds and cultures, and hearing what mot
Talking Transitions: Charlestowne Hotels’ COO Matt Barba Touts Takeover Process, Operational Expertise
Hotels undergoing management transitions are commonplace throughout the industry, particularly in the wake of the pandemic, but seamless transitions are quite a bit harder to come
Ask Anthony: Diversity and Inclusion in Today’s Hospitality Industry
What is your take on diversity and inclusion in today’s hospitality industry? In the hospitality industry, we’re in the business of creating memorable experiences for our guest
AC Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center Opens
JACKSONVILLE, Florida—AC Hotels by Marriott opened the AC Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center—located within Northeast Florida’s outdoor shopping, dining, an
Choice Exchange Offer to Acquire Wyndham Expires
Choice Hotels International‘s exchange offer to acquire the issued and outstanding shares of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts expired. Wyndham issued a letter to shareholders asking
A Pioneering Path
What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business? My inspiration stems from my family who always embody hospitality and friendliness towards others. Growing up, we
AHLA Releases Statement on Joint-Employer Lawsuit Decision
WASHINGTON—American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey released a statement after the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Te
All About Service: The Golden Hotel’s Tim Gerhold on the Hospitality Road Taken
Tim Gerhold, general manager, The Golden Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection in Golden, Colorado, definitely has the often-mentioned hospitality gene. That guest-first sensibility was o
Noble House Hotels & Resorts Adds Chatham Inn Relais & Châteaux to Its Portfolio
KIRKLAND, Washington—Noble House Hotels & Resorts welcomed the Chatham Inn Relais & Châteaux to its portfolio. The prior owner and now co-owner, Jeff Ippoliti, has chose
CoStar: U.S. Hotels Show Mixed Performance Results
WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results over the previous week, according to CoStar’s latest data through March 2, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance February 25-March