Fri.Jan 13, 2023

article thumbnail

5 Keys and 3 Suggestions for Your Company's Unique Sales Approach

Anthony Cole Training

Today I will cover one of the ways we at Anthony Cole Training Group, LLC coach sales managers to help them coach their salespeople to have more and better initial sales calls: Your USA! USA is the terminology we use at Anthony Cole Training Group as part of our Effective Selling System (ESS). It stands for unique sales approach.

Sales 286
article thumbnail

Why Embracing Technology Is the Best Decision for Hotels

Are Morch

Much has changed for the hospitality industry since the pandemic, with technology becoming an integral part of the vertical. As a hotel owner, you will probably want to embrace digital transformation if you haven’t done it yet. The ones that have already done it expect to get better with innovation. Technology can help you take […]. The post Why Embracing Technology Is the Best Decision for Hotels appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach.

Hotels 130
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Remington Hotels assumes management of DC hotel

Hotel Business

Remington Hotels has assumed management for Crowne Plaza College Park – Washington, DC, which has a close relationship with the University of Maryland and is less than five miles from the school’s main campus. In its role, Remington oversees the property’s operations, supporting all on-property teams, including those responsible for operations, sales and food and beverage.

article thumbnail

Master the Aspect of the Look-To-Book Ratio for Your Hotel

eZee Absolute

Imagine having a crowd around you but no one you can call a friend! Terrible, isn’t it? Hotels often experience something similar to this when their prospect guests visit their website but do not make any bookings. This aspect of hospitality businesses is measured as the “look-to-book ratio”. Let’s understand this in more detail. In today’s digital world, users always scrutinize every service and product they are likely to purchase.

article thumbnail

Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

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

article thumbnail

STR: U.S. hotel results for week ending Jan. 7

Hotel Business

Reflecting post-holiday seasonality and an unfavorable calendar shift, U.S. hotel performance fell from the previous week and showed weakened comparisons against 2019, according to STR ‘s latest data through Jan. 7. Jan. 1-7 2023 (percentage change from comparable week in 2019): Occupancy: 47.2% (-11.5%). Average daily rate (ADR): $142.82 (+11.2%).

article thumbnail

Insider Secrets for Becoming a Vendor for Hotels

Lure Agency

Can you walk the talk in hospitality? Hotels rely on vendors to provide them with services, goods, and materials needed for their daily operations. Becoming a vendor or supplier for hotels can be a great way to get your business or product into the hospitality industry, making it easier to reach out to new customers and increase sales. Still, most importantly, your product or service could really help fuel the industry by saving them time, money, and resources.

Hotels 52

More Trending

article thumbnail

FirstName Bordeaux marks first JdV by Hyatt in France

Boutique Hotel News

France: Hyatt has opened FirstName Bordeaux, a lifestyle hotel joining the JdV by Hyatt collection of independent properties. Located close to the Garonne River, FirstName Bordeaux has been designed by architect Nicolas Adnet from Studio MHNA. It features 147 guest rooms and suites, a restaurant and bar, meeting spaces and a secret speakeasy. . Rooms at FirstName Bordeaux are divided into seven categories, ranging from Cocoon to FirstRoom.

Closing 52
article thumbnail

Hunter arranges sale of two Savannah properties

Hotel Business

Hunter Hotel Advisors has arranged the sale of the Hilton Garden Inn and Hampton Inn & Suites Savannah Midtown. MIG Real Estate Group (MIG) sold both properties to HOS Management as a portfolio for an undisclosed amount. Robert Taylor, Sophia Pittaluga and Trey Scott of Hunter’s Miami and Jacksonville offices arranged the sales on behalf of MIG.

article thumbnail

Accor unveils superyacht Orient Express Silenseas

Boutique Hotel News

France: Accor and shipbuilding company Chantiers de l’Atlantique will launch the 220-metre-long Orient Express Silenseas in 2026. . Described as the “world’s largest sailing ship”, Orient Express Silenseas will feature 54 suites, two swimming pools, two restaurants, and a speakeasy bar. . Guests will be able to attend shows in the ship’s Amphitheatre-Cabaret, equipped with a private recording studio.

article thumbnail

Making guests feel valued inspires loyalty more than amenities

Hotel Business

By Pradip Patel. A misdirected focus only on hotel amenities overlooks a more important driver of guest satisfaction and loyalty—making the guests feel genuinely welcomed and valued. Guests rarely use all the hotel’s amenities and typically only remember an amenity if it was subpar. While it’s necessary to ensure that the basic facilities are clean and well-maintained, the true, memorable guest experience comes from employees who treat guests and perform their duties with enthusiasm and warmth.

article thumbnail

State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.