Tue.Oct 15, 2024

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Uber Launches Black-Car Service for Business Travelers 

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Skift Take: The head of Uber for Business says his margins are better than the non-business side, so Uber wants to triple-down on investment.

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Waterford Hotel Group Promotes Duane Schroder to Chief Growth Officer

Lodging

WATERFORD, Connecticut—Waterford Hotel Group announced the promotion of Duane Schroder to chief growth officer, a newly created position. In this role, Schroder will lead strategic initiatives designed to propel the company’s expansion. In his role, Schroder will lead business development efforts to secure management contracts. Additionally, Schroder will cultivate strategic partnerships with capital partners to drive future expansion and oversee the acquisition of properties that align wi

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Florida’s New Campaign, Abu Dhabi’s Sphere and Uber’s New Service

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Skift Take: Today's podcast looks at Florida's delicate tourism campaign, Abu Dhabi's spherical Vegas duplicate, and Uber's business travel push.

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Takeoff Strategies: PM Hotel Group President Joseph Bojanowski on His Path and Plans

Lodging

LODGING spoke with PM Hotel Group President Joe Bojanowski on a Friday afternoon, as he was wrapping up the past week and planning for the next one before taking off for the weekend “at a decent hour.” This, he said, was business as usual for the entire team at PM Hotel Group, where he is leading the company’s growth and diversification and seeking to instill an entrepreneurial spirit and passion for innovation and technology.

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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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Florida Resumes Tourism Promotion After Hurricane Milton

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Skift Take: Visit Florida needs to communicate that many of the state's destinations and attractions are open for tourism while remaining sensitive to those still in the process of rebuilding.

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Abu Dhabi Sphere Confirmed: Second Location Outside Las Vegas

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Skift Take: Sphere Entertainment and the Emirati government confirmed the next mega-structure will be in Abu Dhabi. But we still don't have key details like price, location or a timeline.

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Boeing Secures $10 Billion Credit Agreement to Bolster Balance Sheet

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Skift Take: With strike action crippling production and a series of expensive regulatory hurdles to navigate, this extra liquidity gives Boeing greater flexibility to top its war chest. Will it be enough to silence the company's growing band of critics?

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How India Can Boost Sports Tourism – India Report

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Skift Take: Indian travelers want to experience live events. But India has a long way to go before it can fully monetize the potential of sports tourism.

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Yatra Continues Corporate Travel Push With NDC Booking System

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Skift Take: The direct connection with airlines would help streamline the booking process, making it easier for businesses to plan trips without needing to jump between platforms.

Travel 264
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Independent Hotels’ Loyalty Push Drives Strong Bookings

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Skift Take: It's true that giant hotel groups like Marriott and Hilton loom large. But independent hotel brands aren't going down without a fight.

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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.