SiteMinder

JULY 14, 2025

It’s great to hear owners speak of their relief of having the money they need to pay bills and to see the joy when they can finally realise their dreams of being small business owners.” “But it’s immensely satisfying when we do see them achieve success. Tamie Matthews – Founder & CEO, RevenYou 2.

Business

Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Americas small business hotel owners have been struggling as rising costs, compounded by high inflation and interest rates, make it difficult to stay open and serve guests, said Rosanna Maietta, president/CEO, AHLA.

Revenue

Lodging

MAY 22, 2025

House-passed Budget Reconciliation package: “This is a win for Main Street businesses. We commend lawmakers for including critical tax provisions in the budget reconciliation bill that will prevent a tax increase on American workers and the small businesses that are the backbone of Americas […] The post AHLA Statement on U.S.

Small Business

Lodging

APRIL 11, 2025

We commend Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune for securing passage of a robust budget resolution that puts Congress on a path to prevent a tax increase on American workers and the small businesses that are the backbone of Americas hotel and lodging industry.

Small Business

Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Kevin Carey , COO/senior EVP, American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), has been appointed to the Small Business Administration ’s (SBA) Small Business Lending Advisory Council. SBA established its Small Business Lending Advisory Council as a Federal Advisory Committee under the Federal Advisory Committee Act.

Small Business

Little Hotelier

JULY 3, 2025

When choosing the right payment terminal for your hotel, several key factors will determine whether your investment truly serves your business needs. Perhaps most importantly, selecting a system that can scale alongside your hotel ensures you won’t outgrow your technology investment as your business expands.

Hotels

Hotel News Resource

JUNE 18, 2025

Recent data indicate a promising upward trend in Small Business Administration (SBA) loans for hotels in 2025. This increase reflects renewed investor confidence, resilience in the limited&service hotel market, and the ultimate need to transact.

Small Business

Hotel Management

MAY 29, 2025

Keynotes inspired action Among the standouts was Andrew Griffiths, Australias #1 small business author, who challenged the audience to think beyond survival and focus on long-term, sustainable commercial relevance – and to zig while others are zagging.

Revenue Management

Hotelogix

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

It's especially helpful for small businesses because they can get the same deals as big companies. They work together to get better deals on things they need, like insurance and supplies. This is like buying in bulk at the grocery store – you get more for less! This makes everything fair, and everyone saves money!

Hospitality

Little Hotelier

JULY 2, 2025

It instils trust and confidence in your guests, and gives your small business much-needed stability. Learn more Why does hotel compliance matter? Hotel compliance matters because it protects your guests, your staff and your hotel. It also ensures you avoid the often significant consequences of non-compliance.

Hotels

Hospitality Tech

JUNE 10, 2025

Homebase’s AI Assistants were built specifically for the unique challenges of small businesses, delivering powerful automation without the complexity or cost. “Small business owners wear a lot of hats, and the day-to-day work of running a team can be overwhelming,” said John Waldmann, CEO of Homebase.

Hiring

Hospitality Today

MAY 19, 2025

AHLA members discussed key tax and workforce provisions to protect small businesses and promote industry growth

Small Business

Hospitality Tech

JULY 7, 2025

“We applaud Speaker Johnson, Chairman Jason Smith, and members of Congress for providing small business hotel owners across America the certainty they need to invest more and create more jobs in their communities. economy.” The key tax provisions are critical to the hospitality industry, added AHLA.

Small Business

Social Hospitality

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Email Marketing: The Most Cost-Effective Digital Strategy With an ROI of $42 for every $1 spent , email marketing remains one of the best low-cost strategies for small businesses. Small Business Trends says video content gets 1200% more shares than text and image content combined. Customer testimonials.

Business

Hotel Business

MAY 16, 2025

Legislative priorities critical to alleviating these pressures and protecting Americas small business hoteliers, jobs and economic growth include several tax provisions in the House Ways & Means Committees tax portion of the Budget Reconciliation bill.

Small Business

Preno

JULY 24, 2025

The role of tourism in Burnaby extends far beyond visits to the city; it supports our local economy, small businesses, and the vibrancy of the community,” says Peters. These revenues help fund infrastructure, essential services, and public amenities, improving quality of life for residents and enhancing the visitor experience.

Tourism

Hotel Business

MARCH 17, 2025

“AAHOA members are not just business ownersthey are job creators, community leaders and the backbone of the hospitality industry,” said Miraj S. Aaron Bean (R-FL), who addressed challenges facing small business owners, particularly the need for higher SBA loan limits. “Does that even get you a hotel anymore?

Small Business

Hospitality Tech

JUNE 10, 2025

6/10/2025 Homebase's AI Solution Automates Hiring, Scheduling Homebase, an all-in-one platform for small business team management, hiring, and payroll introduced its AI-powered Hiring Assistant and Scheduling Assistant. Scheduling Assistant is available for free to all customers on any paid plan through September 5.

Hiring

Lodging

JULY 1, 2025

. “AHLA applauds the Senate’s swift action today to prevent major tax increases on both hotel employees and businesses.

Small Business

Skift Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Skift Take: There's something appealing about a business model that makes money by saving other people money. So why is Amex GBT, the largest corporate travel management company, losing money? Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Skift Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Skift Take: Hilton will simplify its process for booking small events and meetings, too. All told, it's a promising sign that hoteliers are finally taking the pain points of small and medium-sized businesses seriously. Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Skift Blog

JULY 10, 2024

Skift Take: We spoke with Marriott's chief revenue and tech officer to learn more about the hotel giant's new online booking portal aimed at small- and medium-sized enterprises. Does it truly offer a seamless, one-stop solution for road warriors? Sean O'Neill Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Skift Blog

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Skift Take: Loyalty programs are big business for airlines, with companies and their employees carefully weighing the perks of these programs. Selene Brophy Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Skift Blog

JULY 9, 2023

Skift Take: In this week’s news roundup, we start with a look at who the biggest player is in tours, activities, and experiences. Jason Clampet Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Skift Blog

JUNE 20, 2023

By prioritizing these factors, travel businesses can cultivate stronger customer relationships, boost loyalty, and thrive in a highly competitive market. Peden Doma Bhutia Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Social Hospitality

MARCH 6, 2023

Getting your small business off the ground involves a lot of effort and adaptability to keep up with ever-evolving and dynamic markets. But with limited resources compared to larger businesses, this is not an altogether easy task. But this is not always the case for small businesses. Loyal customers are golden.

Small Business

Lodging

MAY 8, 2023

WASHINGTON—AHLA President and CEO Chip Rogers released the following statement marking National Small Business Week. To continue doing […] The post AHLA Shares Statement About National Small Business Week appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

Small Business

Social Hospitality

MARCH 29, 2023

But it’s a different story for small businesses. Fortunately, small businesses can leverage many budget-friendly marketing ideas to get their message across without breaking the bank. This article will explore four effective marketing strategies small businesses can use to promote their products or services.

Small Business

Social Hospitality

MARCH 22, 2023

But it’s a different story for small businesses. Fortunately, small businesses can leverage many budget-friendly marketing ideas to get their message across without breaking the bank. This article will explore four effective marketing strategies small businesses can use to promote their products or services.

Small Business

Skift Blog

JULY 11, 2023

Skift Take: Amex Global Business Travel is using technology from its Egencia acquisition to capitalize on the small business travel boom. — Lex Haris Read the Complete Story On Skift

Small Business

Hotel Management

MAY 9, 2023

The Small Business Support instant asset write-off for small business with a turnover of less than $10m and the Small Business Energy Incentive will benefit these smaller and often independent operators,” said Johnson.

Small Business

Anthony Cole Training

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

At that time in the 80s, Dallas had small businesses and strip centers popping up every day and I would literally case my territory at least every other day so that I could be the first in the door, when a store opened. Because if I was not and the ad showed up in The Dallas Morning News, here is what happened…

Sales

Lodging

JANUARY 15, 2024

Neither companies nor their employees want this job-killing regulation, which will destroy the franchise model that supports millions of small business jobs,” said Rogers. “Today’s House vote is a victory for common sense.

Small Business

Lodging Interactive

JULY 31, 2023

In today's business landscape, effective marketing strategies play a crucial role in driving the success of your business. These 4 tips are sure to help effectively spread the word about your small business! The post Small Business Marketing: Reaching Your Audience on a Budget first appeared on McConnell Marketing.

Small Business

Hospitality Tech

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Paychex Recruiting Copilot, provided in partnership with Findem, enables small businesses to find the best-matched candidates for open roles and to hire faster.

Small Business

Lodging

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

The United States has nearly 64,000 hotels, which include more than 33,000 small businesses. 24-25, 2024, event will include meetings with members and staff from more than 150 House and Senate offices. The […] The post AHLA Hosts 2024 Hotels on The Hill Event appeared first on LODGING Magazine.

Events

Lodging

APRIL 29, 2024

The franchise business model is the greatest path for successful entrepreneurship in American history and has paved the way for tens of thousands of hoteliers to own their own businesses and achieve the American Dream.

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