Anthony Cole Training
OCTOBER 4, 2024
In order for salespeople to truly engage, build value, and develop long-lasting relationships, they must compliment their selling approach with sales enablement tools and technology. Listening with the intent to learn, asking questions that are not product-based, and understanding the nuances, trends, and challenges of a company and industry are required in today’s environment.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: The gaming authority had previously issued only one license since its creation in 2023 - to a national lottery company in Abu Dhabi.
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Lodging
OCTOBER 4, 2024
CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced growth in its select service pipeline, with an around 25 percent increase in the Americas over the past three years. As of June 30, 2024, this segment represents over 50 percent of Hyatt’s total pipeline in the Americas. Complementing growth in lifestyle, luxury, and all-inclusive, Hyatt’s select-service portfolio remains a driver for market expansion and generating awareness and enrollment in World of Hyatt. “Across our select service brands, we
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: Travelers fear the Middle East is decending into war, but the situation is different everywhere you look.
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
OCTOBER 4, 2024
SAN DIEGO, California—Azul Hospitality Group announced that the Woodlark Hotel has officially joined its portfolio of hospitality assets. The Woodlark Hotel integrates two historic Portland buildings: the Woodlark Building, constructed in 1912, and the Cornelius Hotel, built in 1908. This combination of history and design reflects the city’s spirit.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: It's great that individuals can get in on a piece of the startup action — as long as they understand the investment.
Hotel Sales Focus brings together the best content for hotel sales and marketing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: MGM Resorts is thinking more broadly: It is leveraging entertainment and sports while also developing resorts outside of Las Vegas.
Lodging
OCTOBER 4, 2024
WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Sept. 28, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceSeptember 22-28, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 68.4 percent (up 2.6 percent)ADR: $170.24 (up 7.5 percent)RevPAR: $116.50 (up 10.2 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New York City saw the highest year-over-year increases in each of the key performance metrics: occupancy (up 11.4 percent to 93.2 perce
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: The State Department is processing passport application faster than it was prior to the pandemic. It's catching up to the post-pandemic boom.
Lodging
OCTOBER 4, 2024
ROCHESTER, New York—Essex Hotel Management, LLC, announced the completion of a $1.8 million renovation of the Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid. The hotel is owned by The Hotel at Mirror Lake, LLC, and opened in 2013. The 97 guestrooms, common areas, indoor pool area, and exercise facilities were all refreshed, including upgrades to the carpet, artwork, soft seating, and televisions.
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
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: Choice Hotels has managed to turn their awkward duckling Cambria into a swan. The brand's turnaround tells a broader story about sector trends.
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Independent management company, Trilogy Hotels is calling for greater investment in Western Sydney to support the influx of visitors expected to the region on completion of the Western Sydney International Airport in 2026. Despite being the third largest economy in Australia behind the Sydney CBD and Melbourne, Western Sydney fails to compete on its number of hotels, with only 8,764 hotel rooms across 113 properties, compared to over 26,000 rooms in Sydney’s city centre and 5,000 rooms at Sydney
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Global Forum East is quickly approaching, taking place on November 19-20 in Dubai.
Hotel Management
OCTOBER 4, 2024
MGallery hotels in Australia and across the globe are embracing Pink October in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month. On Thursday The William Inglis Hotel MGallery – a luxury hotel with a rich equestrian heritage at Warwick Farm in NSW – hosted its annual Pink October charity event in support of the McGrath Foundation and will continue to raise money for The McGrath Foundation throughout October.
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
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: Airline revenue management is undergoing a significant transformation powered by AI and machine learning. By forecasting demand and offering personalized pricing, the PROS Willingness-to-Pay (WTP) model can help airlines enhance both revenue and customer satisfaction.
Hotel Speak
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The Independent Hotel Show London (October 15-16, Olympia) is one of the UK’s leading shows for luxury and boutique independent hoteliers. Network with industry leaders, gain valuable insights from expert speakers, and discover innovative new suppliers at this unmissable event. However Olympia is a big ol’ hall and it can be challenging to know where to start.
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: The re-entry of EaseMyTrip into the Maldives market signals a thaw in the diplomatic frost. But it also raises questions about how travel companies should respond to political tensions. Should they pick sides, or remain neutral, serving the interests of travelers and the economy?
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Peachtree Group has broken ground on a 19-story, dual-branded AC Hotel and Moxy Hotel development in Uptown Dallas. The development will bring 264 upscale rooms to the McKinney Avenue corridor. The property is expected to open in summer 2026. “Most hotels in Uptown cater to the upper-upscale and luxury segments, leaving the submarket lacking in upscale hotel options to meet the needs of a substantial portion of Uptown’s demand,” said Greg Friedman, managing principal/CEO, Peachtree.
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
Skift Blog
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Skift Take: The Indian hotel industry could see more transactions, likely driven by debt pressure. Fortunately, larger profitable players will probably be willing to increase investments.
Hotel Designs
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Hotel Designs VIRIATO unveils Design District VIRIATO unveils Design District VIRIATO, known for crafting exquisite furniture for the hospitality industry, proudly announces the launch of its new initiative, Design District, at its manufacturing facility in Portugal… Design District showcases VIRIATO’s unwavering dedication to infusing art into every aspect of its operations, recognising its profound impact on the hospitality experience.
Hotel Speak
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Our ‘ State of Hospitality 2024 ‘ report begins by examining the website performance of 4 and 5-star hotels at a UK and Global level, before we dive into the key factors shaping our industry today. From ADR gains and international market growth to economic uncertainty, the DMA impact, channel performance, and even the weather, our report analyses the various factors affecting the hospitality industry in 2024.
Hotel Designs
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Hotel Designs VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2024 VIP arrivals: hottest hotel openings in October 2024 From hot new properties in Dubai to cool Art Deco offerings in Copenhagen, this months hotel openings include some bold designs to sweep us into Q4 in style… The year may be drawing to an end, but hotel openings show no sign of slowing down.
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Hotel Speak
OCTOBER 4, 2024
San Diego, CA – Cloudbeds, the premier hospitality management software platform, has today announced a preferred partnership with PXier , a leader in sales, catering, and spa management software solutions. The agreement will provide Cloudbeds’ property management system (PMS) users with seamless access to PXier’s advanced suite of tools, allowing for tighter operational control and enhanced guest service capabilities.
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown has completed a $4-million transformation, including the lobby, meetings and events spaces, bar and lounge, restaurant and a new fitness center. The 216-room property also features new technological enhancements, such as enhanced WiFi capabilities, keyless locks and UNO Net television systems. Twin Bridges Hospitality is the hotel’s asset manager and HHM Hotels operates the property.
Hotel News Resource
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Understanding the fundamentals of marketing within the hotel industry is a solid starting point, but to truly excel, you need to apply these principles through the modern marketing mix framework.
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 4, 2024
Extended Stay America has opened the 45th Extended Stay America Premier Suites hotel, located in Pueblo, CO. The property was developed by BEP Pueblo Hospitality LLC, constructed by Integrated Hospitality Construction LLC and is managed by Aimbridge Hospitality. The four-story, 124-room newly constructed Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Pueblo offers free WiFi, complimentary healthy breakfast, premium cable, a fitness room, onsite guest laundry and the brand’s signature lobby with a
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
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The hospitality industry is evolving rapidly, and data is at the heart of this transformation. To stay competitive, hoteliers must harness the power of data analytics, and investing in a data warehouse is a critical step in this journey.
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 4, 2024
HRI Hospitality has appointed Adnan B. Virani as SVP, capital markets and investor relations. “We are thrilled to welcome Adnan to our team,” said Michael Coolidge, chief investment and development officer, HRI Hospitality. “His extensive experience in fostering relationships, raising capital and structing investment funds with key partners will be instrumental in driving our long-term growth goals as we continue to focus on a value-add investment and lifestyle focused development platform.
Hotelogix
OCTOBER 4, 2024
In today’s competitive hospitality industry, managing bookings efficiently can make or break a hotel's success. For small and mid-size hotels, having the right OTA ( Online Travel Agencies ) channel manager is critical. A channel manager allows you to update room availability, pricing, and bookings across multiple platforms like Booking.com, Expedia, and more—all from one place.
Hotel Business
OCTOBER 4, 2024
The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year (YOY) comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Sept. 28. September 22-28 (percentage change from comparable week in 2023): Occupancy: 68.4% (+2.6%) ADR: $170.24 (+7.5%) RevPAR: $116.50 (+10.2%) Among the top 25 markets, New York City saw the highest YOY increases in each of the key performance metrics: occupancy (+11.4% to 93.2%), ADR (+52.8% to $523.69) and RevPAR (+70.1% to $488.32).
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