Anthony Cole Training
JULY 12, 2024
Every salesperson has attended sales meetings and left thinking “Why do I have to go to these meetings? They are a waste of time and not helping me get better at selling.” Sales leaders and managers must own and address this problem.
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: The partnership between Southwest and Archer Aviation will bring eVTOLs to California airports, but the timeline is currently unclear.
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Lodging
JULY 12, 2024
ECHO Suites Extended Stay by Wyndham celebrated the grand opening of its first location, ECHO Suites Spartanburg in South Carolina, this Wednesday. LODGING was on hand for the ribbon-cutting and tour of the highly anticipated property, which broke ground last October as part of a development pipeline that has grown to nearly 270 ECHO Suites hotels across the United States and Canada.
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: Spain's tourism strategy is shifting from volume to value as the country prioritizes ecological and social integrity over visitor numbers to maintain its competitive edge. Turespaña is facilitating this shift by launching a new series to spark a global conversation on sustainable tourism practices.
Speaker: Matt Sunshine, CEO at The Center for Sales Strategy
AI isn’t replacing salespeople—it’s empowering them. The most forward-thinking sales organizations are using AI to enhance human performance rather than eliminate it. From coaching and messaging to prospecting and pipeline accountability, artificial intelligence is giving managers and SDRs the new tools they need to work smarter, sell better, and close more.
Lodging
JULY 12, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.—JLL Hotels & Hospitality Group announced that it arranged the sale and financing of Home2 Suites by Hilton North Scottsdale near Mayo Clinic, a 130-room hotel located in Scottsdale, Arizona. JLL represented the seller, and working on behalf of the new owner, JLL also procured the acquisition loan from a regional credit union. Built in December 2022, the hotel is designed to provide an extended-stay experience with amenities including a fitness center, outdoor pool, […]
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: The continent offers a bright future for investors. And with waning demand for offices, alternative accommodation brands claim they stand out as a safe political bet.
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Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: The Lufthansa Group lowered its outlook for 2024 due to negative market trends — particularly in Asia — and aircraft delivery delays that have afflicted most of the industry.
Lodging
JULY 12, 2024
Hilton veteran Phil Cordell is retiring after 40 years at the company, transitioning to an advisor role effective this July. The company announced that Cordell will serve as a mentor and coach, providing guidance and support to the Hilton team. Cordell began his career as a bellman with Hilton while in high school, eventually becoming general manager of the second Hampton Hotel in 1983.
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: An upbeat assessment for summer 2024 came with a warning for 2025, as Boeing 737 Max delivery problems continue to impact plans for further growth.
Lodging
JULY 12, 2024
WASHINGTON—Due to the Fourth of July, the U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through July 6, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceJune 30-July 6, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 61.3 percent (down 0.9 percent)ADR: $157.27 (up 0.5 percent)RevPAR: $96.35 (down 0.4 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New Orleans saw the highest year-over-year increases in eac
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Global Sales and David Phelan, Account Manager
In a world where buyers are more informed and objections are more nuanced, confidence isn't optional—it’s a competitive advantage. In high-stakes conversations, knowing how to handle pushback can make or break the deal. Join industry experts Brendan Sweeney and David Phelan for a behind-the-scenes look at how teams are transforming sales coaching with real-time feedback, objection-handling role plays, and pre-call preparation that actually sticks.
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: Vasu Raja’s severance package includes a payout of his base salary until January 31, 2025 and flight benefits. He’s also eligible to receive a lump sum payout of $968,750 after the severance period ends.
Lodging
JULY 12, 2024
WASHINGTON—American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement regarding the introduction of the Human Trafficking Awareness Training Recognition Act, which requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish a certification program for businesses that train their employees to recognize and respond to suspected human trafficking.
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: If Vrbo's new host cancellation policy looks familiar, it's not dissimilar from the one Airbnb imposed a few months ago.
Speaker: Beth Sunshine, SVP, Up Your Culture
When culture isn’t consistently lived out across the organization, engagement suffers—and it often starts with a disconnect at the top. In this session, Beth Sunshine, SVP of Up Your Culture at The Center for Sales Strategy, will reveal how HR and executive leaders can close the gap between vision and execution by equipping frontline and mid-level managers to become culture carriers.
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: Hotel groups have been expanding the reach of their loyalty programs to include a wider base of consumers while trying to maintain their appeal to frequent travelers. It's a tough trick to pull off.
Hotel Designs
JULY 12, 2024
Hotel Designs Case study: step aboard The Ghan with Modieus Case study: step aboard The Ghan with Modieus Named in honour of Afghan camel drivers who played a significant role in exploring Australia’s interior, The Ghan train has become an iconic symbol of Australian travel and adventure. In its recent refurbishment, Modieus supplied the sumptuous bespoke carpets for a journey like no other… Famous for its journey across Australia’s most dramatic outback landscapes, The Ghan has undone a m
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: Argentines are going to be out in droves to see their team play for the championship. It'll be a boost for international tourism to the U.S.
Hotel Speak
JULY 12, 2024
Visiting your hotel’s website has become an almost mandatory part of a traveler’s booking process. It can be the deciding factor. Taking care of your website is crucial because it’s the first interaction between you and your potential customer. Of course, it’s important to have a fast, efficient, and intuitive website. But it’s just as important to take care of its appearance as well as its technical parameters.
Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering
The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
Skift Blog
JULY 12, 2024
Skift Take: Venture capital investment in the travel industry has decreased substantially in recent years.
Refine
JULY 12, 2024
Social media strategy can be a beast for marketing teams to manage. Every few months there are game-changing updates, and every day seems to bring a new trend or tool to consider, but change isn't the only constant in digital marketing. Here are seven social media truths from high-performing hotel marketing teams. 7 Social Media The post 7 Social Media Truths from High-Performing Hotel Marketing Teams appeared first on Revfine.com.
MediaBoom
JULY 12, 2024
In the financial services industry, helping people with credit cards, maintaining their finances, and making smart financial decisions is essential. Crafting a website that effectively communicates these services can seem daunting, but with the right design approach, it doesn’t have to be. Explore what constitutes exceptional financial services website design with 50 cutting-edge examples.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 12, 2024
The partnership, which comes amid a summer that is expected to see international travellers to Spain grow by 8% from last year's record season, will enhance the powerhouse hotel brandÕs financial performance and streamline its operations.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Hotel Business
JULY 12, 2024
Tock, a reservation, experiences and events platform for the hospitality industry, has partnered with Curator Hotel & Resort Collection. The collaboration will offer Curator member hotels and resorts access to Tock’s solutions suite, which will enhance its food and beverage operations and provide additional experiential amenities to its guests.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 12, 2024
The 'Chief AI Officer' - or CAIO - is one of the hottest new job titles in the corporate circuit, and both the hotel and airline industries are embracing this role to stay competitive in the digital era. LinkedIn reports that the number of companies with a 'Head of AI' position has more than tripled in the last five years.
Hotel News Resource
JULY 12, 2024
Although Monday sees the highest volume of bookings made, it's Saturday and Sunday which see the highest average basket value - meaning people were likely to make bigger purchases over the weekend
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive
Are you curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping sales coaching, learning, and development? Join Brendan Sweeney and Devyn Blume of Allego for an engaging new webinar exploring AI's transformative role in sales coaching and performance improvement! Brendan and Devyn will share actionable insights and strategies for integrating AI into coaching and development - ensuring personalized, effective, and scalable training!
Hotel Business
JULY 12, 2024
Due to the Fourth of July holiday, the U.S. hotel industry reported lower performance results from the previous week and mixed comparisons year-over-year (YOY), according to CoStar’s latest data through July 6. June 30 through July 6 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): Occupancy: 61.3% (-0.9%) ADR: $157.27 (+0.5%) RevPAR: $96.35 (-0.4%) Among the top 25 markets, New Orleans saw the highest YOY increases in each of the three key performance metrics: occupancy (+15.5% to 56.6%), ADR
Revinate
JULY 12, 2024
We’ve witnessed success from hoteliers and hospitality professionals alike who prioritize a data-driven culture. Our Hotel Moment podcast dives into those success stories, and it’s from those conversations that we bring you four tips from industry leaders who have grown their business by prioritizing the data they collect. Because every hotelier wants to build a [.
Lure Agency
JULY 12, 2024
New Collaboration Set to Inspire and Educate on Team-Building in […] The post United EVENTures Partners with Lure Agency to Help Spread Awareness in Event Engagement appeared first on Lure Agency.
Hotel Designs
JULY 12, 2024
Hotel Designs 6 of the best rooftop restaurants in the world 6 of the best rooftop restaurants in the world Rooftop restaurants have become a ubiquitous feature in the modern cityscape. Here we discover the best rooftop restaurants that the world has to offer… Rooftop restaurants offer not just culinary delights, but also unparalleled vantage points, transforming a simple meal into a truly unforgettable experience.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
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