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FROM THE NEXT GENERATION OF HOSPITALITY LEADERS

By Warren Dehan What good is a gift card if it’s a chore to purchase or use? Keeping this top of mind should be key to hoteliers when considering program options, and it’s part

The U.S. hotel industry reported negative year-over-year (YOY) comparisons for the week ending Jan. 11, according to CoStar data. The performance was impacted by shifts in the Mart

Aimbridge Hospitality has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement (RSA) with overwhelming support from its first- and second-lien lenders and its existing sponsor that would

Woodworth Core Group (WCG), a provider of customized lodging research, valuation and advisory services, has added Timothy J. Dick to its Atlanta office as EVP. WCG Principal R. Mar

Kristie Rasheed has been appointed as vice president of operations for Olympia Hospitality. Read more. CoralTree Hospitality recently announced the reorganization and expansion of

A new year always brings fresh perspective. A new start. New approaches. So, I thought I’d begin this new year at Hotel Business asking you to weigh in with your thoughts to keep

Olympia Hospitality has appointed Kristie Rasheed VP, operations. With a career spanning more than two decades in the hospitality industry, she brings an understanding and expertis

Christina Trauthwein, VP, content & partnerships, shares what’s inside the January 2025 issue of Hotel Business. There’s a cover story on alternative lodging accommodations

Stonebridge Companies, LLC announced the appointment of Lee Palaschak as executive vice president of operations. Palaschak will oversee all aspects of Stonebridge’s operations in

WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced it will once again convene a series of regional events in 2025, which will create networking and educatio

Does your hotel/resort offer a beautiful and modern guest laundry? If not, you’re likely missing out on bookings by extended-stay guests and athletic teams that seek out properti

MIAMI, Florida—FOH Worldwide announced the acquisition of Smart Buffet Ware to enhance FOH’s Front of the House brand’s buffet category and secure a global distribution agree

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort announced the appointment of Stuart Evans as director of sales and marketing. Evans joined the property as it completed a renovation and recently serv

WASHINGTON, DC—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year performance comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Dec. 14. CoStar is a leading provide

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation (Sonesta) today announced the opening of Sonesta ES Suites Goodyear, a 78-room extended stay hotel, conveniently lo

Hospitality America has named Kellie Hanselman as its new VP of sales. With 19 years of proven expertise in sales, marketing, and leadership, Hanselman brings a wealth of experien

In this third and final installment of our 2024 Owner Series, LODGING speaks with Harry (Himesh) Patel, director of Solvue Hospitality Group, regarding his approach to optimizing t

Stonebridge Companies, LLC, has appointed Marco Selva as senior vice president of business development & operations, Luxury & Lifestyle. With a strong track record of succ

RMS Cloud announced Sandrine Zechbauer as chief marketing officer. Zechbauer has held leadership roles in the airline industry for companies like British Airways and Air France. Pa

InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk | San Antonio, Texas Part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ 2024 development pipeline in Texas that includes 15 new properties across eight bran

LONG BEACH, California—Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, in partnership with Long Beach-based investment and development group Pacific6, announced the opening of Fair

Kessler hired John Luckett as president of hospitality operations. Formerly Kessler’s chief operating officer, Luckett is returning to the brand and expanding on his 15-year tenu

NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced two new contracts as part of its Supporting Ownership Access and Representation (SOAR) program, which aims to

Arlo Hotels announced the appointment of Jimmy Suh as the company president, effective immediately. Read more. Rentyl Resorts named Michael Trampas executive vice president of bu

Amadeus reported Q3 2024 financial results. Highlights for the nine months ended September 30, 2024, (relative to the prior year) include: In the first nine months of 2024, Amadeus

RENO-SPARKS, Nevada, and FRISCO, Texas—Galaxy Hotels Group announced the opening of the company’s newly built Courtyard by Marriott Reno Sparks in northern Nevada. Offering 127

McKibbon Hospitality announced the appointment of Mike Dickey as senior vice president of human resources. Bringing more than 35 years of experience to the role, Dickey will be res

Since leading a renovation at The Adolphus Hotel Dallas back in 1979, CMCA Design has conducted a wide variety of hotel renovations, and the team has become versed in many best pra

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International announced the appointment of Brian Hicks as its new president and CEO. Hicks will build upon the foundation laid by th

Accor reported Q3 2024 results. While RevPAR growth is normalizing, the group continues to benefit from its diversification in terms of geography and segment. The group’s two div

RMS Cloud has announced the appointment of Zen Valli as chief revenue officer. Valli previously held the position of managing director for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa for t

MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported its third quarter 2024 results. Highlights include: Overview Christopher J. Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, said,

IHG reported its Q3 2024 trading update. Highlights include: Elie Maalouf, Chief Executive Officer, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said, “We are pleased with the latest trading perfor

Duetto announced its further expansion into North Asia. This move aligns with Duetto’s goal to bring revenue optimization to more markets, helping businesses maximize their profi

BELLEVUE, Washington—Staypineapple announced a collaboration with Procure Impact. This partnership grows Staypineapple’s commitment to uplifting communities and advancing the h

Special Search International announced Jim Coffey has been promoted to senior vice president. Coffey will assume the expanded role within the firm’s digital strategy, which will

Situated on Long Beach’s iconic Promenade, the Marriott Long Beach Downtown is near major attractions including the Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Aquatic Park, and the Queen

Makeready announced the expansion of its executive leadership team with the appointment of Eric Gavin as president of operations. In this new role, Gavin will focus on management p

Venus Group Inc. announced Errol David, vice president of operations, will retire at the end of 2024 after 40 years in the industry. Cecilia Henson will succeed David as the next v

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Sonesta Essential Rapid City. The 200-room, upper-midscale property offers proximity to ex

Terranea Resort announced the appointment of William Dvoranchik as vice president of finance. In this role, Dvoranchik will oversee all financial operations, including strategic pl

WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is hosting its annual Hotels on the Hill fly-in event, which will draw more than 200 hoteliers and industry leaders

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Sonesta Hotel Houston IAH Airport. The 335-room, upscale property is located near the Hous

WASHINGTON—American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement after the introduction of the Halting of Traffic

EDITION Hotels announced George Fleck as senior vice president and global brand leader. In this role, Fleck will guide the brand through its growth, overseeing all aspects of the b

Located on the scenic Hammock Coast, the historic city of Georgetown is home to a new boutique property, The George Hotel. Housed in the former Georgetown Times building, the prope

In June, the Fairmont Grand Del Mar unveiled its reimagined lobby lounge, library, and bar, designed in partnership with Los Angeles-based design firm Bishop Pass. The spaces allud

Patrick Short has been named chief operating officer of Aperture Hotels. Read more. Access Point Financial announced the appointment of Daniel Zagoria as managing director, busines

NEWTON, Massachusetts—Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Sonesta Essential Augusta on Washington Road in Augusta, Georgia. The recently renovated 5

NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. reported its second quarter 2024 results. Highlights include: “Choice Hotels generated another quarter of record fina

Aimbridge Hospitality announced Christopher Tatum as the new divisional president of its Full Service division. Read more about the appointment here. Marriott International annou

MCLEAN, Virginia—Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. reported its second quarter 2024 results. Highlights include: Overview Christopher J. Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, said,

With the brand landscape quickly evolving and offering more choices for hotel owners, LODGING‘s annual Guide to Franchising serves as a resource to help hoteliers understand the

Dreamscape Hospitality announced the appointment of Christina Pedersen as vice president of sales and marketing. In this role, Pedersen will oversee strategic initiatives to drive

Built in 1928, The Marcus Whitman is the oldest operating hotel in Walla Walla, Washington, and has a special place in the community. Honoring that legacy was a guiding principle o

Following 30 years of executive leadership for the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas, HSMAI Foundation, and HSMAI Global, the organization

WASHINGTON—The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced the launch of its Hospitality Law Database, which gives hoteliers quick access to a nationwide compendium

NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc., announced it signed an agreement with Entegra. Choice branded hotel owners will have access to over 3,000 suppliers wo

McKibbon Hospitality promoted Stacy Royalty to regional vice president of operations, responsible for supporting a portfolio of hotels with operational strategy, budget planning, l

LODGING Editor-in-Chief Dennis Nessler and a trio of hotel executives discuss the increasing role of data in the procurement process and its overall impact. The group al

Choctaw Landing—the Choctaw Nation’s newest luxury resort and casino—is located about an hour north of the Oklahoma/Texas border and offers numerous amenities for guests to u

Brittain Resorts & Hotels announced the appointment of Brittney Jones as chief development officer. Jones will oversee the expansion of BRH’s portfolio through strategic thir

BETHESDA, Maryland—Stayntouch partnered with Ian Schrager’s PUBLIC Hotel in Lower Manhattan. PUBLIC Hotel uses Stayntouch PMS and Kiosk solutions for a customized check-in expe

CHICAGO, Illinois—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate has acquired the me and all hotels brand from Lindner Hotels AG (Lindner) to unlock growth in new Euro

ARLINGTON, Texas—Drury Hotels Company, LLC, has announced the opening of its newest hotel in Arlington, Texas. The Drury Plaza Hotel Dallas Arlington—the third Drury hotel in t

SAN FRANCISCO, California—Duetto announced that it has been acquired by GrowthCurve Capital. GrowthCurve is acquiring the business from affiliates of Warburg Pincus and other sha

Main Street Hospitality appointed Scott Williams as chief development and brand officer. Read more about the appointment here. Dreamscape Hospitality announced the appointment of