Lodging

APRIL 18, 2024

In this role, Heckmann will lead Cvent’s global client services organization and spearhead initiatives that enhance Cvent’s customer experience and scale. Concord Hospitality welcomed Marsha Ray as executive vice president of operations. Ray brings over three decades of hospitality experience to the role.

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Lodging

JANUARY 23, 2024

This reality has prompted operators to scale back some services and invest in new solutions, according to an October 2023 CBRE analysis for LODGING. An STR analysis published in LODGING found that heightened labor costs along with other F&B expenses cut into hotel profit margins in 2023.

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SiteMinder

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In September, the group took management of Marlborough Sounds’ 42-room Portage Resort and will be operating the anticipated Soho Hotel Auckland from December. The first of three traits we identified is SiteMinder’s flexibility.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Graduate Hotels has appointed Andrea Melotti as EVP, operations for the brand. He will drive strategic support and operational success across the collection’s more than 30 hotels across the U.S. His wealth of knowledge and outstanding track record of success at scale will prove to be invaluable to our teams and growing portfolio.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 25, 2023

Today, hotels operate full-scale culinary experiences ranging from grab-and-go markets to five-star dining, and even immersive events that truly put them on the map as a destination for epicureans. Over are the days of hotel restaurants existing as a last-minute option for travelers.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

operations, including adding a dedicated Owner Relations team to its structure and moving to two focused operating divisions named Aimbridge Select and Aimbridge Full Service. Both Mendy and Smith are longtime Aimbridge executives who bring deep operational know-how to the verticals they are tasked with overseeing, the company reports.

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Lodging

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In recent years, hoteliers have found creative ways to streamline their operations and control costs, particularly in their food and beverage departments.

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

To change with the least disruption, it’s important to have a point of sales (POS) solution that moves at lighting speed to enhance operations and meet consumer demands. Not only does a modern POS fulfill today’s guests’ expectations, but it also helps employees succeed in their work to ultimately promote overall growth.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

By Warren Dehan Independent hoteliers rely on technology to operate today in a way that has never been necessary. Without support from a brand, these operators need access to reliable, centralized tools capable of simplifying operations and improving revenue amid an indefatigable labor crisis.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

In 2023, waterpark owners and operators saw a more competitive market as attendance levels remained similar to 2022 while ticket pricing growth was more subdued. New growth is forecasted for indoor and outdoor waterparks in 2024 as several large-scale projects will open that will alter the waterpark landscape.

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Hospitality Net

AUGUST 18, 2023

Hotels in the United States saw general pressure on profit margins in the first half of 2023, with Gross Operating Profit (GOP) margin falling by 1 percentage point compared to the same period in 2022.

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Hospitality Tech

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Learn what hotels can do to rapidly scale their total guest engagement so that management can make more informed decisions as to which projects will have the most ROI.

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Hotelier Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2023

and Canada will allow owners to capitalize on today’s increased consumer demand for longer-stay options at an affordable price, while taking advantage of a turnkey prototype and Marriott International’s powerful operational engines. The post Marriott enters the affordable mid-scale segment in Canada & the U.S.

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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

The benefits of a large management company may seem obvious: efficiency and economies of scale, technology and innovation, specialized knowledge and resources, and distribution channel advantages, among others. This article outlines the benefits of selecting a small management company for the day-to-day operation of your hotel.

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Lodging

APRIL 12, 2023

JACKSONVILLE, Florida—Key International, a real estate investment and development company, and Shaner Hotels, an international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the grand opening of the 156-suite SpringHill Suites by Marriott Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront in Florida.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 30, 2024

The Sebel Palm Cove “By selling the business to a trusted and proven operator with significant scale, we will be able to grow the business and continue to drive outstanding hospitality experiences for Accor Vacation Club members.” The acquisition creates a new line of business for Travel and Leisure Co.

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Lodging

JANUARY 25, 2024

“TPG has been widely recognized and celebrated for its success managing branded properties at all levels on the chain scale. However, what is not as well known is the firm’s expansive footprint and management experience in the independent space,” states Ben Perelmuter, president and chief operations officer, TPG Hotels and Resorts. “We

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Hotel Business

JULY 24, 2023

AJS Hotels has appointed Michael Swasey as SVP, operations. In his new role, he works in tandem with various teams to manage multi-site operations and streamline guest experiences. The post Swasey named SVP, operation at AJS Hotels appeared first on hotelbusiness.com. now Xenia REIT). He has also worked with B.F.

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eHotelier

MARCH 25, 2024

Of all the places to learn about how to successfully embed sustainability into large-scale hotel operations, few would think to start with Las Vegas. And yet, largely stemming from its desert location, water recycling and renewable energy programs have been up and running for quite some time at these casino resorts.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 18, 2023

In 2022, waterpark owners and operators breathed a sigh of relief as the industry shifted back to normal in the wake of two years of uncertainty. Several large-scale projects planned for 2023 and beyond will alter the waterpark landscape at both indoor and outdoor waterparks.

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Inn Quest

APRIL 4, 2023

In the hospitality industry, reducing operating costs in hotels using cloud PMS should always be a top priority. A cloud-based PMS is a software solution enabling hotels to manage their daily operations, all from a centralized system that can be accessed anywhere and anytime.

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Boutique Hotel News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

US/UK: Andrea Melotti has been appointed executive vice president of operations at Graduate Hotels, overseeing the group’s portfolio of more than 30 properties. Melotti most recently served as vice president of hotel and casino operations at Hard Rock International, where he spent 18 years.

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Boutique Hotel News

JANUARY 11, 2023

Portugal: Hotel management, investment, technology and development company Highgate has launched HG Portugal, expanding the group’s operational presence in the region. Effective March 1, 2023, Highgate will begin operating the Dorsett City London Hotel under a relaunched concept as part of a larger repositioning.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

The sale, which was negotiated by CBRE Hotels’ Wayne Bunz and Hayley Manvell, drew the interest of owner operators, hotel investment funds and high net worth individuals, according to CBRE. The hotel was recently refurbished, offers future operational and branding flexibility and was a strong yielding investment opportunity.”

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

From April 8, TFE Hotels will begin operating Vibe Hotel Melbourne Docklands and Storehouse Docklands restaurant, with new owners, MA Financial Group. TFE Hotels has established roots in Docklands, having operated the mid-scale Travelodge brand on Aurora Lane since 2010,” said TFE Hotels Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

There is tremendous potential for us to further scale Lyf across more hospitality asset classes, whether as a full-service hotel or resort, especially with the growth pace we have seen over the year. New locations Lyf is currently present in 21 cities globally, with over 5,500 units both operating and in the pipeline.

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Skift Blog

APRIL 24, 2023

Skift Take: Scaling a walking tour experience in a famous city like New York isn't only about competing for the masses. It might sound counterintuitive, but five entrepreneurs chosen by the Alliance for Downtown New York will have to do the exact opposite to stand out. Selene Brophy Read the Complete Story On Skift

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Hotel Operations

APRIL 23, 2023

Josiah’s note: I recently spoke with Tamara about how her background in operations, marketing, and technology guides the way she runs her unique approach to boutique hotel management and operations. Although my focus was marketing, being a small company, I naturally overlapped into technology and operations.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

TPG Hotels, Resorts, & Marinas is a premier hotel management company, operating hotel properties throughout the United States at all chain scales. By combining decades of industry experience with world-class technology, TPG Hotels & Resorts brings the best solutions to drive profitability for its clients and their portfolios.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 19, 2024

This collaboration increases Lexima’s visibility and scale, infusing new capital resources to create a third-party hotel management platform that offers enhanced capabilities for the entire industry, according to TMGOC. This strategic alignment immediately elevates our operations and will drive increased asset value.”

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Hotel Business

MARCH 15, 2024

Executives from CoStar, CBRE, Kalibri Labs and more forecast how hotels will perform this year, while owners and operators provide their thoughts on how each chain scale will do. The 2024 U.S. Industry Outlook originally ran as a supplement to the January 2024 issue of Hotel Business. Complete the form below to download the report.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hotel management is the practice of overseeing every operation of the business to ensure consistent growth and development. Placing yourself on a scale of personal growth is especially important for a hotel manager. Learn more Different parts of hospitality management operations Hospitality is an umbrella term to many industries.

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Operations Management OTA Hotels 59

Lodging

MARCH 1, 2024

Knowland’s recent meeting planner survey showed that groups are more likely to relocate events to alternative markets than move down in chain scale to reduce costs. This speaks to the impact of data-driven insights in staying ahead of the competition and increasing revenue from the full range of space sizes.

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Hotel Operations

MARCH 6, 2023

Hotel operations is often seen as creating and following brand processes and keeping costs under control – but great operators know compliance is only part of the picture. Christian Lundén , VP of Strategic Growth at Nordic Choice Hotels , is a great example of thinking more expansively about operations.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

His hospitality career started in hotel operations, but Smith quickly rose to become a multi-time, award-winning General Manager before entering top executive roles in several international markets. He is expected to leverage decades of operational experience and proven leadership with Marriott in his new role at Aimbridge.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 4, 2024

TFE Hotels’ Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick, described it as a “major scale project” and “a huge repositioning of the asset”, which is in line with TFE Hotel’s contemporary vision for the brand.

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 8, 2024

Hotel management is the practice of overseeing every operation of the business to ensure consistent growth and development. Placing yourself on a scale of personal growth is especially important for a hotel manager. Learn more Different parts of hospitality management operations Hospitality is an umbrella term to many industries.

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