Anthony Cole Training
MARCH 28, 2025
There are several components to being a good sales coach. Often, sales coaches do not understand the difference between holding people accountable to the sales activities (e.g. the numbers like prospecting dials) versus technique mastery (or how the activities are being executed). Here, you will focus on the technique of consistent sales coaching, not on holding people accountable to their numbers.
Lodging
MARCH 28, 2025
Whether its rising through the executive ranks within franchise companies or management firms, or entering the hotel ownership arena, women executives are standing tall these days, poised to make a more meaningful impact as lodging industry decision-makers. Several women weighed in not only on their hospitality career journeys but also on how they see the industry from a diversity perspective and what else can be done to further advance diversity and inclusion.
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Hotel Designs
MARCH 28, 2025
Hotel Designs The Social Hub breathes new life into Romes San Lorenzo district The Social Hub breathes new life into Romes San Lorenzo district The Social Hub marks the next step in its growth across Europe with the opening of a highly anticipated fourth Italian hotel in Romes trendy San Lorenzo district… The new complex from The Social Hub the result of its 114 million regeneration-focused project features a lifestyle hotel with a stunning public park, coworking & event spaces, rest
The Hotels Network Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Creating powerful and engaging messages for your hotels website shouldnt be challenging. Thats why were on a mission to automate all of those time-consuming tasks, starting with message creation! Our AI-powered content recommendation system, Superpilot, now creates ready-to-go customized message templates for each individual hotel property to help you launch powerful campaigns in just a few clicks.
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
MARCH 28, 2025
ATLANTAHunter Hotel Advisors (HUNTER) announced the sale of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Augusta. Archer Capital Group purchased the property from an institutional seller on March 18, 2025. HUNTERs Mayank Patel, senior vice president, facilitated the transaction. Mayank handled this transaction with the utmost professionalism, said Rahil Sanghvi of Archer Capital Group.
Hotel Business
MARCH 28, 2025
The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons for the week ending March 22, according to data from CoStar. March 16-22 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 66.0% (+1.0%) ADR: $165.48 (+1.8%) RevPAR: $109.22 (+2.8%) Among the top 25 markets, Anaheim saw the highest occupancy lift (+15.5% to 83.8%). Chicago reported the largest increases in ADR (+17.8% to $164.41) and RevPAR (+21.8% to $107.71).
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Hotel Business
MARCH 28, 2025
Mitch Patel , founder/CEO, Vision Hospitality Group , sits down with Christina Trauthwein , VP, content & partnerships, Hotel Business , to discuss the company’s growth plan for 2025, strategic partnerships, the addition of Mary Beth Cutshall to the team and more. The post HB on the Scene: Vision Hospitality Group’s Mitch Patel discusses firm’s growth plan appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: The power of semi-public negotiation is one of OLearys ultimate calling cards. Sorting the Beijing bluster from credible consideration is a challenge but thats all part of the plan.
Hotel Business
MARCH 28, 2025
Hunter Hotel Advisors brokered the sale of the Homewood Suites by Hilton Augusta in Augusta, GA. Archer Capital Group purchased the property from an institutional seller. Hunter SVP Mayank Patel facilitated the transaction. Mayank handled this transaction with the utmost professionalism, said Rahil Sanghvi, managing principal, Archer Capital Group. I want to thank all parties involved in completing this acquisition.
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: CEO compensation is increasingly tied not just to financial metrics but also to softer targets like employee satisfaction scores and guest recommendation rates.
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.
Lodging
MARCH 28, 2025
I majored in finance in college and started my career in consulting without a clear direction. The post How Finance Led to Hospitality appeared first on LODGING Magazine.
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: It will likely be many hours before the full impact of the 7.7 magnitude quake is known, but early reports suggest serious damage in Myanmar and parts of neighboring Thailand.
Hotel News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
As consumers increasingly seek genuine, unfiltered experiences, the luxury travel industry responds with analog offerings while subtly leveraging advanced technology to provide smooth, personalized, and secure experiences.
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: Airline CEOs pushing for delays without significantly investing more in the production of greener jet fuels themselves seems like a missed opportunity.
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.
Hotel Designs
MARCH 28, 2025
Hotel Designs Bob W appoints Philip Ward to its Board of Directors Bob W appoints Philip Ward to its Board of Directors Bob W, the tech-powered hospitality operator redefining the world of hotels and serviced apartments, has announced the appointment of Philip Ward, former CEO of JLLs Hotels & Hospitality Group for the EMEA region, to its Board of Directors… As Bob W ramps up its EU expansion and continues to expandits portfolio of design-led aparthotels across Europe, Philip Ward has
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: Google may not be releasing a trip planner any time soon, but it's consistently rolling out various other trip features and AI integrations across products.
Hotel Business
MARCH 28, 2025
Despite financial pressures and shifting travel landscapes, Americans are traveling more in 2025 than they have in the past five years, according to the latest edition of Portrait of American Travelers by MMGY. The study, which surveyed more than 4,500 active leisure travelers, uncovers key trends shaping U.S. travel, from a strong desire for meaningful experiences to the rising role of AI and sustainability in trip planning.
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: Alaska will be competing toe-to-toe with Delta as it looks to expand internationally with routes to Europe and Asia.
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
Hotel Designs
MARCH 28, 2025
Hotel Designs PURO Pozna PURO Pozna A decade old, and yet sparklingly new step inside Poland’s PURO Pozna hotel, where the London-based Holloway Li studio has reconceptualised the ground floor… Polish lifestyle hotel brand PURO is known for its design-focused hotels that prioritise natural and sustainable materials. Timeless, elegant and unique design is the cornerstone of each PURO hotel.
Skift Blog
MARCH 28, 2025
Skift Take: Golden visas are becoming more common around the world, but they've posed some problems for authorities. We discuss the issues around them in this week's episode of the Skift Travel Podcast.
Hotel Business
MARCH 28, 2025
Hotel Maya in Long Beach, CA, will transition to an independent boutique lifestyle hotel on April 1, ending its affiliation with Hilton as a DoubleTree property. The move coincides with the hotel’s 50th anniversary as it embarks on a multimillion-dollar renovation. The updates to the 199-room property, which is Long Beachs only waterfront boutique hotel with full ocean views, include a refreshed lobby, restaurant, upgraded amenities, additional suites and a modern redesign of all guestroom
Hospitality Tech
MARCH 28, 2025
Patel to lead next phase of growth for Quiznos and Taco del Mar.
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Hotelier Magazine
MARCH 28, 2025
CALGARY, Alta. Travelodge Canada has opened the Travelodge by Wyndham Grande Prairie in Alberta. The hotel features 202 guestrooms, two restaurants and extended-stay suites complete with full-service kitchens. Amenities include free breakfast, Wi-Fi, oversized truck/RV parking, gym, sauna, bar and convenience store. The Travelodge by Wyndham Grande Prairie offers our guests tremendous value whether they are just travelling through the area or planning a long-term stay, says Trevor Hagel, execut
Hotel News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
The latest Hotel Guest Survey from BVA BDRC indicates an increase in domestic business travel intentions over the past two years. Consumers increasingly perceive hotel brand websites as offering the best rates, leading to a decline in favor of OTAs.
Lodging
MARCH 28, 2025
I never set out to work in hospitalityit wasan unexpectedsurprise. A The post Lessons from Mentors and Progress in Hospitality appeared first on LODGING Magazine.
Hotel News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
Ralph Posner appointed as AHLA's chief communications officer, and Khristyn Brimmeier joins as the chief of staff. Neal Daftary joins AHLA as vice president, market development, Green Key Global.
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 News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
Natural lows and highs in hotel demand undulate back and forth, mirroring and defining your low and high season. Their inevitability is a constant in hotel revenue management. But recognizing these differentials isnt the same as accepting loss of business during the low reason.
Hotel News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
The Travel Technology Association (Travel Tech) will host the inaugural Start&Up Summit and the second annual Policy & Innovation Showcase on May 7, 2025.
Hotel News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
Shriv Shakti Hospitality Inc. acquired the Hotel for less than $50,000/room. New ownership will continue the affiliation with Choice Hotels and have planned improvements for the hotel.
Hotel News Resource
MARCH 28, 2025
Article - Europe's First Tempo by Hilton Hotel to Open in Belfast - Tempo by Hilton Belfast City Centre, the first Tempo hotel in Europe, is set to open under a franchise agreement with Loughview Leisure Group.
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