Thu.Jan 19, 2023

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5 Behaviors of Effective Banking Sales Leaders

Anthony Cole Training

The sales management activities that we are performing today are creating the results we are achieving today. Many or few, consistent or irregular, planned or impromptu, the behaviors and activities that we, as sales managers, use to motivate, train and hold our relationship managers accountable are at least partly responsible for the success of those we manage.

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Effective methods of waste management in the hotel industry and why it’s important

eHotelier

Hotel companies need to have a comprehensive framework that helps optimise each waste material in the sector while also reducing environmental impact. Cost savings are also a great side benefit.

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Virgin Hotels Collection formed

Hotel Business

Virgin Hotels , the luxury lifestyle hospitality brand of the Virgin Group, and Virgin Limited Edition , the private global collection of retreats, hotels and exclusive islands owned by Sir Richard Branson, will come together under the new parent brand named Virgin Hotels Collection. The two luxury hospitality brands will also be joined under the Virgin Hotels Collection brand by Virgin Residences and collectively they have a significant growth strategy to add more city locations, resorts and re

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In-House Vs Outsourced Hotel Marketing: What’s Best for Your Hotel?

eZee Absolute

For years, hotels have been at a crossroads, trying to determine whether to handle marketing in-house or outsource it. Each approach, in-house and outsourced, has its own set of unique advantages, yet both have their own limitations. So, the question at hand is, how can hotels determine which marketing approach to opt for? And, how to capitalize on the strengths of both in-house and outsourced marketing?

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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

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Dorothy Dowling joins DEI Advisors as principal

Hotel Business

DEI Advisors , a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women and other underrepresented groups to achieve their career aspirations, has revealed that Dorothy Dowling has joined the organization as principal. Her hospitality industry experience spans more than 40 years. She was most recently the chief marketing officer of Best Western Hotels & Resorts for 18 years and has also held senior leadership positions with other major hospitality industry companies, including Wyndham (former

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Top 5 Marketing Strategies for Resorts

The Cosmos

A resort property needs to deploy many marketing strategies as they are meant to entertain their guests rather than just provide a room for a mere stay. Therefore, it is important for a resort to create an experience that goes beyond offering accommodation services and covers the whole range of services that a resort has to offer. In India, resort properties are used for recreational purposes.

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What Are the 5 Front Desk Software Modules Used in Hotels

Hotelogix

The post What Are the 5 Front Desk Software Modules Used in Hotels appeared first on Hotelogix.

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Sonesta launches Sonesta Essential brand

Hotel Business

Sonesta International Hotels Corporation has launched Sonesta Essential, a new upper-midscale, select-service segment brand now available to franchise in the U.S. The new brand offers franchisees easier new-builds and conversions with modest brand standards, limited food and beverage requirements and simplified conversion processes, according to the company.

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Sabre named among Best CEO and Best Company Culture winners

eHotelier

Sabre received the Best Company Culture award and Best CEO award from Comparably.

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WATCH NOW! Advancing DEI in the hotel industry: Getting your people involved

Hotel Business

Hosted and sponsored by Valley Forge Fabrics, Hotel Business held an executive roundtable discussing actionable best practices for advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the hospitality industry. The post WATCH NOW! Advancing DEI in the hotel industry: Getting your people involved appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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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.

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Main Street Hospitality adds two new properties, expands outside of NE

eHotelier

Main Street Hospitality, a leader in the independent hotel landscape, today announced the company has assumed the management of two new hotels: Chebeague Island Inn on Chebeague Island, Maine and Port Cunnington Lodge in Dwight, Ontario. The addition of the two destination properties marks a significant milestone for Main Street, whose portfolio now includes nine hotels across New England and Canada.

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Demand for staycations in 2023 to boost UK economy

Boutique Hotel News

UK: UK consumers are continuing to book staycations in 2023 despite the cost of living squeeze on household incomes and the opening up of international travel, according to a recent survey of 1,000 consumers. The survey, on behalf of audit, tax and consulting firm, RSM UK, found over a third [36 per cent] of respondents are planning to take a short break of one to four days in the UK over the next 12 months, which is unchanged from 2022.

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IHG to open first Holiday Inn hotel in Lahore, Pakistan

eHotelier

IHG® Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with presence in more than 100 countries, has announced the signing of a management agreement with Pakistan-based real estate development company Delta Centauri Pvt. Ltd (part of Providential Group) for its first “Holiday Inn hotel”, in Lahore, Pakistan. The hotel is due to open in 2026 and will bring an internationally renowned brand to leisure and business travellers visiting Pakistan in the coming years.

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Accor targets living sector

Boutique Hotel News

As one of the more active hotel chains, Accor has catapulted into 2023 with a series of launches. Having recently unveiled the “ world’s largest sailing ship ” the company has since announced its focus on the living sector with the introduction of a development and operating platform Accor One Living. According to Savills, Accor has climbed the ranks in 2022 to become the third largest parent company of branded residences (by number of completed projects that year).

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

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!

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The Hospitality Show opens registration

eHotelier

Inaugural technology & operations event will draw AHLA Board, top leaders, owners, brands.

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Leumi UK promotes Grimberg to relationship director

Boutique Hotel News

UK: Bank Leumi UK has promoted Yair Grimberg to UK relationship director after being a client manager for 12 years. Leumi UK has announced that Yair Grimberg will become the company’s new relationship manager, after working for the banking service company for more than 15 years. Grimberg joined Leumi in 2007 as an economist and went on to become a client manager in 2011.

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[New Webinar] Capturing Demand

eHotelier

In this Webinar, we explore the actions required to capture direct business through owned, earned and paid media, with actionable insights and key takeaways.

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Generator signs third-party management of Berlin property

Boutique Hotel News

Germany: Lifestyle hybrid accomodation brand Generator has signed a third-party management agreement for Schroders Capital’s ONE80º Hostel at Alexanderplatz in Berlin. The signing marks the third Generator property in Berlin and 17th in Europe and North America. Refurbishment plans are underway which will include a transformation of 11 private and 121 shared rooms and repurposing the basement space into a social hub.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

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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SH Hotels & Resorts appoints Robert Koren Senior Vice President & Area Managing Director of Europe

eHotelier

SH Hotels & Resorts, a sustainable hotel brand management company that operates 1 Hotels, Treehouse Hotels & Baccarat Hotels & Resorts, today announced the launch of their European Corporate office helmed by Robert Koren, who joins the company as Senior Vice President & Area Managing Director of Europe, the Middle East & Africa. The appointment highlights SH Hotels & Resorts accelerated growth and focus on expanding each brands footprint across the region.

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Accor launches independent Handwritten Collection

Boutique Hotel News

Worldwide: Designed for independent hoteliers , Handwritten Collection is the latest brand from Accor with more than 110 leads globally. Handwritten Collection, a global portfolio of independent, midscale hotels, has launched with 12 secured signings. Five properties are expected to debut throughout the first trimester of 2023. Hotels joining the collection include: • Hotel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental (China) • Le Saint Gervais Hotel & Spa (France) • Wonil Hotel Perth (Australia) • Hotel M

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Alessandro Caristo as General Manager of Nolinski Venezia

eHotelier

Emmanuel Sauvage, Managing Director and Co-Founder of the Leading French hospitality group, Evok Collection, appoints Alessandro Caristo as General Manager of Nolinski Venezia, which is due to open in Summer 2023. The launch of Nolinski Venice marks the group’s primary debut outside of France.

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The Mark Hotel names general manager

Boutique Hotel News

US: Five-star property The Mark Hotel, located in Manhattan, New York , has appointed Etienne Haro as general manager. Haro joins The Mark Hotel from La Mamounia in Marrakech, where he served as director. Previous experience has included managerial roles with the Burj Al Arab in Dubai and The Caledonian in Scotland. Speaking about his appointment, Haro said: “I am delighted to join this bastion of elegance in the heart of Manhattan and honoured to be a part of the incredible team that h

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego

Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.

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VisitBritain set to host more than 120 international travel trade

eHotelier

VisitBritain is set to welcome more than 120 international travel trade buyers for a series of educational visits across Britain.

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What Are the 5 Front Desk Software Modules Used in Hotels

Hotelogix

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IHG Hotels & Resorts’ voco hotels enters 2023 with strong growth momentum

eHotelier

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies with more than 6,000 destinations across 18 brands, is celebrating recent successes and upward momentum for voco hotels – an emerging brand that already is the fastest-growing within its premium portfolio. With 10 new openings in 2022* bringing its global total to 41 hotels, and an additional 34 in the pipeline, voco hotels continues to extend its presence with more exciting growth planned in 2023.

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