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7 tips to build strong interpersonal relationships

eHotelier

Whether you're the life-of-the-party type, a bit reserved, or somewhere in between, these tips are your handy guide to building meaningful connections.

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Tech Meets Tannins: The Role of AI in Modern Event Planning

Modern Restaurant Management

The event planning industry is experiencing a significant transformation. This renaissance, characterized by a blend of tradition with technology, is reshaping the essence of wine selection, moving away from the notion that tech seeks to replace tradition. Instead, it introduces a narrative of harmonious enhancement, where data-driven precision and the sommelier's artistry converge, creating a personalized wine journey for every guest's palate.

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Can You Patent a Pizza? Ask the Alleged Inventor of the Stuffed Crust.

EATER

Getty Images Folding a ring of melty cheese into dough was a revolutionary practice that made Pizza Hut $300 million in a single year. But Anthony Mongiello, who claims to have created the idea, says he never got a slice of the financial pie. In March 1995, the fast food chain Pizza Hut launched a new product destined to redefine the pizza business.

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5 Best Technologies for Smart Hotels

MEWS

What are smart hotels? The term "smart" is now used in many industries to describe technology that acts smartly, like humans. In a smart hotel, technology is used to make things run smoother behind the scenes, like using automation or chatbots to speed up service. It also enhances guest experience during their stay.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlie Hotel set to change hands

eHotelier

Local vendors have listed the Quest Yelverton Kalgoorlie Hotel for sale with a price expectation of circa $7 million, on the back of record gold prices.

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Why Residential Door Locks Fall Short in Meeting the Security Requirements of Hotels and Airbnbs

Soft Inn

Exploring the security concerns surrounding the use of residential door locks in hotels and Airbnbs.

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A Matter of Trust

Lodging Magazine

What initially inspired you to get into the hospitality business? My journey into the hospitality business was somewhat accidental, sparked by my graduate thesis on Canadian Travel Patterns. This research opportunity led to a role in industry research, which fueled my career path into hospitality consulting and then into brand marketing and commercial leadership.

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Valencia Albuquerque appointed Director of Residences at Four Seasons

eHotelier

Four Seasons Private Residences Bahrain Bay is preparing to open its doors and appoints Valencia Albuquerque as Director of Residences to oversee property management and resident experience, delivering Four Seasons legendary service to homeowners in Bahrain.

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R.M. Woodworth & Assoc., Core Hospitality Advisors merge

Hotel Business

R.M. Woodworth & Associates (RMWA), a provider of customized lodging research and advisory services, and Core Hospitality Advisors, a firm specializing in hospitality real estate appraisals, have merged. The new firm is called Woodworth Core Group (WCG). Adam Cowart and John Ritger will be joining Mark Woodworth, Henry B. “Hank” Staley Jr. and Jill L.

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Nader Neishabouri appointed General Manager at Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa

eHotelier

Jumeirah Group officially announced the appointment of Nader Neishabouri as General Manager of the Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel & Spa, Kuwait. Following an impressive three-month tenure as Hotel Manager, Neishabouri's appointment comes at a pivotal moment as he continues to build on the success of the property while continuing to deliver exceptional experiences to guests in Kuwait.

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Navigating Payroll Compliance: Future-Proofing Payroll in an Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Hilton to Accelerate Expansion in Lifestyle Category With Addition of Graduate Hotels

Lodging Magazine

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJ Capital”) to acquire the fan-favorite Graduate Hotels® brand, adding a significant growth opportunity for the global hospitality leader in the fast-growing lifestyle hotel market. Hilton will pay $210 million to acquire all rights to the Graduate brand worldwide, enter into franchise agreements for all existing and signed pipeline Graduate Hotels, and become responsible for the brand’s future developm

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Aleenta offers elevated wellbeing w/ signature Ayurah Wellness Centers

eHotelier

Aleenta Resorts encourages travelers to set out on an inner path to find their core wellbeing with Ayurah Wellness Retreats and customized programs in Thailand - Hua Hin-Pranburi, Chiang Mai and Phuket-Phang Nga.

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Pi Day Facts and Stats and How to Increase Cash Flow

Modern Restaurant Management

In celebration of Pi Day, the team at Otter dug into the one billion+ orders they’ve processed to discover pizzeria and pizza chain trends. They've also shared about shifts and growth in the pizza industry and three ways to increase a pizzeria or pizza chain’s cash flow. Ways to Increase Cash Flow Pay attention to internal issues and delivery orders – especially during peak hours.

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Hilton to acquire Graduate Hotels brand

eHotelier

Hilton today announced an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJ Capital”) to acquire the fan-favorite Graduate Hotels® brand, adding a significant growth opportunity for the global hospitality leader in the fast-growing lifestyle hotel market.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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What are Google’s Organic Hotel Booking Links?

Revenue Hub

In March 2021, the search engine Giant Google introduced organic booking links to help hoteliers connect with potential guests directly through their search results. By providing prices and availability, hotels now can appear in the hotel booking module for free, along with paid hotel ads. NB: This is an article from Bookboost Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Furthermore, Google assured that those who paid for Google Ads will not be prioritized over those who don’t.

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ESS Group selects Atomize RMS and initiates a technology innovation program

eHotelier

The recognized hospitality group, ESS Group, renowned for their distinguished destinations and resorts across 15 destinations and Atomize Revenue Management System are thrilled to announce a ground-breaking partnership.

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How to Improve Your Hotel Website in 4 Simple Steps

Revenue Hub

Many hoteliers are willing to spend significant amounts on marketing campaigns, flashy advertising, meta search engines, and more, when in reality the first thing to invest in is essentially their own “home”, aka their website. And honestly, not even needing too much investment. NB: This is an article from Direct Your Bookings Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Why is this so important?

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California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC] Hosts Seventh Annual Event

Hospitality Net

Officials of the California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC], the only hospitality conference focused on the California hotel market, today announced the successful completion of its seventh annual event held at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, Calif. With nearly 300 attendees, the conference included an opening reception for all attendees and a series of networking events and expert panels discussing the state of the California hotel industry followed by the post-conference netwo

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Food & Beverage Industry Report 2024

Driven by a diverse and exciting ecosystem of passionate, ambitious, and often young entrepreneurs, the Food & Beverage (F&B) sector is a highly competitive environment full of immense challenges and exciting opportunities. Expert Market’s 2024 industry report, sponsored by Toast, is informed by a survey of 522 U.S. food and beverage professionals, from restaurant owners to food service managers, providing insights into the real-time challenges and opportunities within the industry.

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Understanding Guests Reason to Stay will Help Maximize Revenue

Revenue Hub

shift in consumer behaviors may lead some hoteliers to believe there are blurred lines within customer segmentation and that categories no longer serve a clear purpose. A group of hospitality experts, however, say that’s not the case. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date The traditional breakdown is business and leisure, which is further broken down into transient, corporate negotiated, group, wholesale and other.

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Breaking Barriers: Sustainable Hospitality Challenge 2024 Unleashes Innovation Worldwide

Hospitality Net

Amidst record-breaking participation from over 70 universities worldwide, the Sustainable Hospitality Challenge (SHC) by Hotelschool The Hague launches its 10th edition, signaling a new era of sustainable hospitality.

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Best Hotel Booking Apps for Independent Hotels

Revenue Hub

Hotel booking apps are now a dominant source of bookings for accommodation providers, with travellers booking their trips online more often than not. Travellers can spend up to 12 weeks researching their trip and may visit up to 38 websites before they complete a purchase. NB: This is an article from SiteMinder , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Given the online travel industry generated revenue worth $667.55 billion in 2023, booking apps are

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Jeddah Historic District, ‘Al Balad’ Launches First Three Heritage Hotels with UNESCO World Heritage Status

Hospitality Net

Jeddah Historic District today launches the restoration and regeneration of three historic properties in Al Balad into heritage hotels, an area of great historical and cultural significance on the West Coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with UNESCO heritage protection. The hotels are part of Jeddah Historic District Program, under the Ministry of Culture, which has paved the way in the regeneration of the old town of Al Balad.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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Hilton to acquire Graduate Hotels for $210M

Hotel Business

Hilton has signed an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (AJ Capital) to acquire the Graduate Hotels brand, adding a significant growth opportunity in the lifestyle hotel market. Hilton will pay $210 million to acquire all rights to the Graduate brand worldwide; enter into franchise agreements for all existing and signed pipeline Graduate Hotels; and become responsible for the brand’s future development and growth.

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Meet the team: Panadda Yindee, Business Development Manager – Thailand

STAAH

With over 18 years in the tourism and hospitality technology industry, Panadda Yindee is a trailblazer. From selling tours to leading in sales and business development, she found her fit at STAAH, where technology meets growth. A bit about Panadda’s Career History: Panadda Yindee boasts over 18 years of rich experience in the tourism and hospitality technology sector.

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Hilton to Accelerate Expansion in Fast-Growing Lifestyle Category with Addition of Graduate Hotels to Global Brand Portfolio

Hospitality Net

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced an agreement with Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners (“AJ Capital”) to acquire the fan-favorite Graduate Hotels® brand, adding a significant growth opportunity for the global hospitality leader in the fast-growing lifestyle hotel market.

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Voice Channel Resilience and Added Value for Upscale and Luxury Hotels

Larry Mogelonsky

As consultants, our niche is, per the title, upscale, premium, luxury and ultraluxury hotels and resorts, helping owners solve ‘strategic’ issues. We put this word in quotations because it means connecting the dots whichever way that is and taking an outsider’s perspective on how all operations or distinct data sets integrate for the greater whole, most often anchored around the goal of maximizing profitability.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Generative AI Agents Promise to be a Boon for Hotel Operations

Hospitality Net

As of now, the common sentiment around Generative AI (genAI) and the use of large language models (LLMs) or generative pre-trained transformers (GPTs) for hospitality is centered around chatbots and their ability to answer guest inquiries and, in some cases, complete standard room reservations. While we all inherently grasp that there are applications far more advanced than these already-advanced functionalities, standing above the rest are the AI agents that can be trained to perform specific a

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90 % Zeitersparnis: Wie die numa Group SiteMinder für einen effizienten Online-Vertrieb nutzt

SiteMinder

Ein vollständig digitalisiertes Reise- und Serviceerlebnis. Innovative Design-Apartments und Boutique-Studios in Europas Top-Städten. Ein skalierbares Geschäftsmodell, das immer neue Partner und Investoren anlockt. Diese Faktoren haben seit der Gründung 2018 maßgeblich zum Wachstum der numa Group beigetragen. Heute betreibt das Berliner Start-up europaweit schon knapp 80 Apartmenthäuser und hat weitere spannende Projekte in der Pipeline.

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Hospitality organizations and resources for diversity, equity & inclusion

Hospitality Net

Previously, we published the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Defined article by Gissell Moronta, which gave you an understanding of the terminology and why DEI is important.

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Web Exclusive: Montage launches book collaboration with Zibby Media

Hotel Business

Montage Hotels & Resorts has partnered with Zibby Media to help enrich the lives and experiences of its guests. Zibby Media founder/CEO Zibby Owens is an author, publisher, podcaster and owner of Zibby’s Bookshop, an independent bookstore in Santa Monica, CA, and has curated a selection of books for Montage. The books are available for purchase at on-site boutiques across six Montage locations and at shopmontage.com. “The goal of this partnership is to enhance the overall guest e

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a