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Can a niche fast-food joint in South Eveleigh fill a gap in Sydney’s market?

Hospitality Magazine

Daniel Sorridimi (owner of Blackwood Bondi and Cronulla) and Joel Bennetts have teamed up to open Sana, a Mediterranean restaurant offering casual, fast dining. Not your typical fast-food joint, Sana will prioritise premium produce and healthy and delicious meals. Sorridimi developed the concept after identifying a gap in the Sydney market for fast, health-conscious dining options, which was inspired by the sector’s growth in the United States.

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Holiday Hotel Promotion Strategies to Boost Group Revenue

Revenue Hub

As the holiday and winter seasons approach, hotels have a prime opportunity to attract guests and increase revenue through creative holiday hotel promotion strategies. NB: This is an article from Tripleseat Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date With travelers in a spending mindset and evolving travel trends, hoteliers can tap into this lucrative season by embracing innovative strategies.

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LK Hospitality announces new group executive chef

Hospitality Magazine

LK Hospitality has announced Luke Headon as its new group executive chef. The chef started out in Byron Bay where he completed his apprenticeship before moving to Melbourne for a stint at Church St Enoteca (2007-09). He then moved to the UK for nine years, where he worked at notable institutions including Michelin-starred the Pipe and Glass, Yorkshire (2010-11), Restaurant Marcus Wareing (2011-12), The Fat Duck, Bray (2012-15), and at Chef Tom Sellers’ Restaurant Story in London (2015-18).

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The Top 10 List of Financial Excuses You Give Yourself

Revenue Hub

Now I bet you’re wondering, excuses for what? Excuses for not jumping in the deep end with the financials in your hotel career. NB: This is an article from the Hotel Financial Coach Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date What’s your imagination telling you that’s wrong in your hotel that holds you back from owning your departmental expenses and payroll?

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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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Closed Melbourne cafe cops $61,796 in penalties

Hospitality Magazine

The Fair Work Ombudsman has faced off against the former operators of Project 49 in court over a number of workplace breaches. In 2022, an employee requested assistance from the Fair Work Ombudsman after she was not paid for her final two weeks of employment at the Collingwood business, nor her annual leave entitlements. Fair Work inspectors issued a compliance notice to P49 Collingwood Pty Ltd in November of that year requiring the business to calculate and back-pay the employee, however no act

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Case Studies from Leading Hospitality Companies

Hospitality Net

The hospitality industry is a dynamic field that thrives on innovation, customer experience, and adaptability. Leading companies in this sector have continuously evolved their strategies to remain competitive, setting benchmarks for others to follow. By examining some of the most successful case studies from top hospitality companies, we can gain valuable insights into the strategies that drive growth and customer satisfaction.

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Kimberly Rowell named Five Star Hospitality EVP

Hotel Business

Five Star Group , a private commercial real estate investment, development and management firm focused on Southeastern hospitality projects, has appointed Kimberly Rowell as EVP of Five Star Hospitality Management. Additionally, Dream Capital , Five Star’s affiliated full-service commercial real estate investment firm that sponsors and co-invests in projects across multiple states and segments, has named Justin Patel senior associate, investments and asset management.

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Mobile Only Pricing: A Discount for Mobile Bookings

Revenue Hub

A mobile only price is exactly what you’d think it is: a price – usually a discount – that’s only available to users accessing a mobile booking app on their device. NB: This is an article from Lighthouse Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date The booking site or mobile app is usually an online travel agent (OTA) , such as Booking.com or Expedia, and, as a hotel revenue manager, you can control the process – which online travel agencies it applies to, what the mobile rate is, how

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How to execute an impactful holiday digital media strategy

eHotelier

Here’s what every hotelier needs to know about creating a stand-out digital marketing strategy to make the most of Black Friday and Cyber Monday bookings.

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How to Increase Employee Productivity

7 Shifts

As a restaurant manager or operator, you are the driving force in productivity – leading your staff and keeping customers happy. However, productivity is more easily trained than managed. Many restaurant operators juggle multiple locations, and adding managers adds another link in the chain of command to manage. Staff productivity plays the largest role in restaurant revenue, which is why it’s so important to invest in your recruiting and hiring strategies, finding like-minded individuals to m

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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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InnSpire Builds on History of Innovation as Finalist in HTNG’s 2024 TechOvation Award CompetitionInnSpire Builds on History of Innovation as Finalist in HTNG’s 2024 TechOvation Award Competition

Hospitality Net

Stockholm & Washington, D.C. – November 25, 2024 – InnSpire, the leading provider of innovative hospitality technology solutions that help drive seamless, world-class guest experiences for some of the world’s most iconic hotels and brands, has announced that its innovative AI-powered InnSpire ONE platform was named as a finalist in the 2024 TechOvation Awards, presented at The Hospitality Show in Antonio on October 29th.

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Inside the Painstaking Process of Making Hungarian Paprika

EATER

Multi-generational producer Szabio make the high-quality spice for dishes like chicken paprikash and körözött “We make everything with paprika — our food, it has to be red,” says Péter Szabo, the owner and producer of Hungarian paprika company Szabio. Paprika, which both his father and his grandfather also produced, is essential in Hungarian culture, used in dishes like chicken paprikash and körözött.

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Redefining Luxury and Sustainability: Insights from John Roberts, President & CEO of Empyrean INTL

Hospitality Net

As luxury hospitality evolves, guest expectations are shifting toward a deeper appreciation for sustainable practices and thoughtful details that elevate the experience. John Roberts, President and CEO of Empyrean INTL, shares how the company navigates these trends, offering insights that resonate with hoteliers aiming to enhance their guests’ stay through luxury linens that balance opulence with eco-conscious values.

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Waste Not: AHLA Allied Member Winnow’s Value Proposition

Lodging Magazine

In the following interview, Ignacio Ramirez, Managing Director, Winnow Americas, discusses the company’s food waste reduction technology, motivation to participate in AHLA, and his hotel industry outlook, particularly in the areas of AI and sustainability. Can you give a bit of background on your company? Winnow was founded on the belief that food is too valuable to waste.

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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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Hilton Further Expands Luxury Portfolio in China with First LXR Hotels & Resorts Signing for Property in Xi’an

Hospitality Net

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the signing of the first LXR Hotels & Resorts property in China, marking the debut of the luxury brand in the country. In collaboration with Zhong Ding Guo Sheng, the LXR property is scheduled to open in 2027, in the heart of the historic and cultural city of Xi’an. This brand debut marks a significant milestone for Hilton to expand its luxury hotel portfolio in China.

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Flacks Group acquires Crowne Plaza North Augusta

Hotel Business

Flacks Group , a Miami-based investment firm with more than $4 billion in assets, has acquired the 180-room Crowne Plaza North Augusta in North Augusta, GA. The hotel is located on the banks of the Savannah River and is about eight miles from Augusta National Golf Club, home of The Masters Tournament. Built in 2019, the property is adjacent to the Augusta GreenJackets’ minor league baseball park and is located within the expanding Riverside Village community.

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Apple’s latest iOS 18.2 update: What hotel marketers need to know

Hospitality Net

Significant upcoming privacy updates from Apple are coming in December and they will impact email marketing strategies. For hotel marketers, these changes are crucial as they will alter how engagement metrics like email opens and clicks are tracked. Understanding and adapting to these updates is essential for maintaining effective communication with guests, ensuring personalized experiences, and leveraging first-party data to drive direct bookings and enhance overall marketing efforts.

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St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Partners With Ginori 1735

Lodging Magazine

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts and porcelain brand Ginori 1735 announced a worldwide partnership. The first Café Ginori created as part of the partnership officially opens November 26, 2024, at The St. Regis in Florence, birthplace of the Ginori 1735 brand. Following the Florence debut, Café Ginori will open at The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi at the beginning of 2025 with more global locations to follow.

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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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Atlantic Hospitality adds three execs

Hotel Business

Maine-based hotel management company Atlantic Hospitality has appointed three new members to its executive team. Justin Grimes joins the company as managing partner, Caroline Meyer DeBruyckere as corporate director of marketing and Andrea Weissing as corporate director of revenue management & distribution. “As our portfolio continues to expand, we’re thrilled to grow our talented team of luxury hospitality experts along with it,” said Tim Harrington, chairman, Atlantic Hospitality.

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Uniguest Hub Launches to Streamline Digital Communications

Lodging Magazine

NASHVILLE, Tennessee—Uniguest announced the introduction of Uniguest Hub, a platform designed to streamline digital communications. Uniguest Hub changes how communications teams manage and broadcast their content to drive audience engagement by offering a solution for digital signage, interactive TV, casting, room signage, and interactive wayfinding.

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Ashford converts Le Pavillon New Orleans to Tribute Portfolio

Hotel Business

Ashford Hospitality Trust Inc. has converted the 226-room Le Pavillon Hotel in New Orleans to a Tribute Portfolio property. The property recently completed a $19 million renovation which included extensive exterior work, upgrading the restaurant, guestrooms, guest bathrooms and corridors. The new lobby bar, Bar 1803, draws inspiration from the history of Le Pavillon and New Orleans, honoring the year Emperor Napoleon signed the Louisiana Purchase.

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Hyatt Centric San José Escazú debuts in Costa Rica

eHotelier

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Hyatt Centric San José Escazū, marking the first Hyatt Centric branded hotel in Costa Rica.

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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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IDeaS Releases Annual Trends Report for 2025

Lodging Magazine

MINNEAPOLIS—IDeaS, a SAS company, released its annual trends report, 5 Predictions That Will Shape Hospitality in 2025. To help hospitality companies navigate the new year and beyond, IDeaS collected insight from hoteliers, management companies, and technology partners to identify the trends hospitality organizations are likely to see, as well as how to implement new strategies and technologies to succeed.

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Missoni and The Ritz-Carlton partner to launch the exclusive Missoni Resort Club in Bali

eHotelier

Missoni unveils its latest Missoni Resort Club project in collaboration with The Ritz-Carlton, transforming the exclusive beachfront at The Ritz-Carlton, Bali into the iconic Missoni Resort Club.

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Overwhelming hotel tech market whittled down to 3 key factors

Hospitality Net

From property management systems to guest apps and revenue management software, there’s so much out there to help hotels digitise operations that the tech market is overwhelming decision-makers. But what are the three things hoteliers are really looking for in technology today?

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Kimberly Rowell appointed Vice President at Five Star Group

eHotelier

Officials of Five Star Group, a private commercial real estate investment, development and management firm focused on Southeastern hospitality projects, today announced that Kimberly Rowell has been named executive vice president of Five Star Hospitality Management.

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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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The Jersey Mike’s acquisition and McDonald’s new value meal

Nation's Restaurant News

Plus, food trends for 2025

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Maggie Rosa promoted Vice President of Operations at Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG)

eHotelier

"Maggie has been an integral part of the success of numerous HVMG hotels, successfully leading the Hilton Houston Galleria, Hyatt Regency Houston North and Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center to some of their highest performing years," Cole added.

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Fairmont Breakers Long Beach Opens

Lodging Magazine

LONG BEACH, California—Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of Accor, in partnership with Long Beach-based investment and development group Pacific6, announced the opening of Fairmont Breakers Long Beach. Located in downtown Long Beach, the hotel debuted after a multi-million-dollar transformation. Located just 25 miles south of Los Angeles, Fairmont Breakers was originally built in 1926, and the property has been transformed with new public spaces, guestrooms, and suites.

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SCP Hotels expands holistic offerings with sustainable, collaborative workspaces

eHotelier

Soul Community Planet (SCP) Hotels is excited to announce the launch of Evergreen Ave Collaborative at SCP Redmond Hotel, its thoughtfully restored hotel in Central Oregon.

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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