Hotel Business
JANUARY 17, 2025
St. Louis, MO/IL ranked first in the top 25 markets with year-over-year (YOY) meeting and events growth at 125.8%, according to December monthly data findings released by Knowland by Cendyn. Nashville came in second with growth at 28%. However, the bigger story is Louisville, KY, which led in secondary markets with 135.6% YOY growth and topped the secondary market list for the eighth time in 2024.
Lodging
JANUARY 17, 2025
ATLANTA, GeorgiaOfficials of Woodworth Core Group (WCG), a leading provider of customized lodging research, valuation and advisory services, announced that Timothy J. Dick, PhD, has joined the firm in their Atlanta office as executive vice president. WCG Principal R. Mark Woodworth stated, We continue to focus on providing seasoned expertise to our clients.
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Hotel Business
JANUARY 17, 2025
Hotel management company Avion Hospitality has been awarded management of the newly rebranded Hotel Savoy Kansas City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Formerly the 21c Kansas City, the property underwent a transformation to become part of the Hilton soft brand. The Hotel Savoy, A Tapestry Collection Hotel, has undergone a complete transformation to update its design and amenities to provide our guests with what they desire to have a true Kansas City experience, said Robert Burg, CEO/president, Av
Hotel Designs
JANUARY 17, 2025
Hotel Designs Get the curve appeal with sofa.coms Harmony bedframe Get the curve appeal with sofa.coms Harmony bedframe This season, sofa.com gets ahead of the curve with its new Harmony bedframe a design-forward centrepiece perfect for modern hospitality settings… More than just a bed, the Harmony bedframe from sofa.com is a bold statement piece that seamlessly blends style, comfort, and functionality to create unforgettable guest experiences.
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.
Hotelier Magazine
JANUARY 17, 2025
COCHRANE, Ont. Travelodge Canada has re-launched the Travelodge by Wyndham Cochrane in Cochrane, Ont. now that extensive site expansions and upgrades to the existing facility have been completed. The Travelodge by Wyndham Cochrane added 21 brand-new guestrooms to the existing site and refreshed all the previously existing guestrooms to provide a cohesive experience, which is well suited for the leisure, crew and corporate travellers frequenting the area.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 17, 2025
Skift Take: The U.S. ban represents a significant setback for travel companies that have become increasingly dependent on the platform for customer acquisition.
Hotel Sales Focus brings together the best content for hotel sales and marketing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 17, 2025
Skift Take: A ban on building may be extreme, but Bali will still have to find ways to deal with overtourism.
Hotel News Resource
JANUARY 17, 2025
Article - Secondary Market Growth Exceeds Top 25 Markets in December, Cendyn Reports, with Louisville Leading Secondary Markets for the Eighth Time in 2024 - St. Louis tops primary U.S. Markets with 125.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 17, 2025
Skift Take: A rise in business travel emissions at major U.S. banks could show a lack of internal policies to address or offset staff air travel.
Hospitality Tech
JANUARY 17, 2025
Google Cast integration enhances guest entertainment with a personalized and effortless streaming experience.
Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Global Sales and David Phelan, Account Executive
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
JANUARY 17, 2025
Skift Take: The Skift Short-Term Rental Awards celebrate the individuals and organizations that are shaping the future of the short-term rental industry. Discover the final results and meet the winners.
Hotel News Resource
JANUARY 17, 2025
Since opening its first property in the region in 1975, IHG has expanded its portfolio to include 800 hotels, contributing significantly to the growth of the hospitality industry and supporting economic development in the region.
Skift Blog
JANUARY 17, 2025
Skift Take: Todays podcast explains how Airbnb is stopping price gouging in L.A., why airlines had a good 2024, and whats behind a luxury cruise deal.
Hotel News Resource
JANUARY 17, 2025
Strong hotel occupancy noted in Washington, D.C., leading up to Inauguration Day, reflecting a significant increase from the previous presidential inauguration.
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
JANUARY 17, 2025
Skift Take: If the worlds second largest polluter walks away from the Paris agreement, it would be a another blow to the global fight to reduce emissions.
Anthony Cole Training
JANUARY 17, 2025
Selling has been around for centuries, since the beginning of human society, certainly. It might be difficult to believe that you can still have innovation in sales in todays fast-paced world. Real innovation combines new ideas and outstanding execution, and it is in the execution that many salespeople fail. The definition of innovation involves generating new ideas, original and creative in thinking, that have a significant and positive impact and value.
Lodging
JANUARY 17, 2025
SAN ANTONIO, TexasGrand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk, a luxury hotel located on San Antonios famous waterway, is embarking on a nearly $9 million renovation project. Expected to be completed in early March of 2025, the enhancement project will transform the hotels lobby and public spaces. It will also result in the debut of a brand-new dining concept, Moda Fare, elevated coffee service at Spoonful Provisions, and the sophisticated Tejas Lounge.
MediaBoom
JANUARY 17, 2025
As we navigate 2025, staying ahead of evolving hospitality marketing trends is crucial. The global hospitality market reached over $4.7 trillion in 2023 and is forecast to grow to around $5.5 trillion in 2024 , underscoring the industry’s resilience and adaptability. Hospitality marketing trends are evolving strategies and techniques that help hospitality brands connect with guests, build trust, and drive business growth.
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 Business
JANUARY 17, 2025
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 Martin Luther King Day and group/conference calendars, as well as various weather events, including the Los Angeles fires and winter storm Cora. Jan. 5-11 (percentage change from comparable week in 2024): Occupancy: 49.2% (-7.7%) ADR:$144.03 (-5.9%) RevPAR: $70.92 (-13.2%) Among the top 25 markets, Tampa reported the large
Hotel Designs
JANUARY 17, 2025
Hotel Designs Thomas Meier announced as Jumeirah CEO Thomas Meier announced as Jumeirah CEO Jumeirah has announced the appointment of Thomas B. Meier as its new Chief Executive Officer. With extensive industry experience, Meier has been instrumental in guiding Jumeirah through several important milestones and will now lead the next stage of the brands sustainable growth under its Mission 2030 strategy… As Chief Executive Officer, Thomas Meier will spearhead Jumeirahs bold plans to double i
Hotel Business
JANUARY 17, 2025
Hospitality revenue management software provider Duetto has unveiled its 2025 hospitality trends report, revealing that increased costs, AI, personalization, evolving revenue metrics and data are the biggest challenges the industry will face this year, according to the global survey of hoteliers. The report highlights persistent trends that have grown in influence and new opportunities hoteliers can take advantage of, with a unified opinion that change must be embraced to remain competitiveespec
Hotel Business
JANUARY 17, 2025
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas has revealed details surrounding its $300-million remodel encompassing all of the hotel’s 4,212 rooms and suites within its main tower. The transformation is slated for completion in December. T The remodeled rooms will join a lineup of new dining and entertainment experiences set to open at the property later this year. “MGM Grand has long been recognized as the center of entertainment and excitement in Las Vegas, and these newly remodeled r
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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Hotel Business
JANUARY 17, 2025
By Warren Dehan What good is a gift card if its a chore to purchase or use? Keeping this top of mind should be key to hoteliers when considering program options, and its particularly important as travelers begin to cash in gift cards bestowed on them during the recent holiday season. Gift cards and other forms of alternative payment are becoming increasingly popular with consumers, with a recent Capital One study finding that the U.S. gift card market is expected to generate $324.5 billion in re
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