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APRIL 12, 2024

David Chang during an appearance on “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” | Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal via Getty Images After drawing backlash, Dave Chang released a special podcast episode to explain his side of the chile crunch trademark controversy Last week, chef Dave Chang drew ire across the food community after the Guardian reported that Momofuku, the packaged goods brand that Chang spun out of his popular restaurants, had begun to enforce its trademark on the term “chile crunch” and was sending cea

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Modern Restaurant Management

APRIL 12, 2024

Love it or hate it, social media dictates what’s hot and what’s not. According to Social Media Today , 30 percent of millennial diners avoid restaurants with a limited Instagram presence. Across generations, a UK poll indicates that 41 percent of would-be diners turn to social media as the best way to judge if a restaurant is worth visiting.

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EATER

APRIL 12, 2024

David Chang during an appearance on “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” | Weiss Eubanks/NBCUniversal via Getty Images After drawing backlash, Dave Chang released a special podcast episode to explain his side of the chile crunch trademark controversy Last week, chef Dave Chang drew ire across the food community after the Guardian reported that Momofuku, the packaged goods brand that Chang spun out of his popular restaurants, had begun to enforce its trademark on the term “chile crunch” and was sending cea

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Hotel Business

APRIL 12, 2024

Attendance at live meetings is expected to grow over the next three years as meeting planners face soaring costs; an increased impact of politics on destination selection; and a growing importance of diversity, equity and inclusion of meeting attendees and speakers, according to a Future Partners study. Key to planners’ success will be the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to increase efficiency and improve attendee experience as well as strong partnerships with Convention & Visitors Burea

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, 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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EATER

APRIL 12, 2024

Death & Co.’s recent union drive could have made history. But the failed effort underscores the challenges that come with unionizing bar staff, even as restaurants, cafés and hotels see an uptick in labor organizing.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 12, 2024

By Jon Blakeney Revenue is surpassing pre-pandemic levels in travel, but there’s a new attitude in town. Today’s traveler is looking for a more authentic, culturally immersive and responsible experience. The 2023 American Express Global Travel Trends Report identified that 79% of Gen-Z and millennial respondents said they agree that they would love to partake in a day of the life of locals in the destination they are visiting, while 86% wanted to support local businesses while traveling.

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SAS

APRIL 12, 2024

Imagine a not-so-distant future where quantum computing reshapes our approach to solving some of businesses’ and society’s most pressing issues. This isn’t fantasy. Just as nuclear energy, 3D printing and gene therapy transitioned from science fiction to scientific reality, quantum computing is on the brink of becoming the next transformative [.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Whether it’s rooting on a team at a nearby sporting event, drifting down a lazy river with loved ones at a Play category listing, or enjoying the pool with friends at a beachfront villa, there are plenty of playful adventures awaiting this summer.

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Nation's Restaurant News

APRIL 12, 2024

Inspire Brands’ Kate Jaspon and Pizza Hut Global’s Shannon Garcia are on the Extra Serving podcast this week

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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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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

The Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA) celebrated the best and brightest of the industry Tuesday night at the second annual HALA Stars of the Industry Awards.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 12, 2024

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation celebrated the groundbreaking of Caption by Hyatt Chattanooga in Tennessee, set to open in early 2026. Developed by 3H Group Inc. under a franchise agreement with Hyatt, the hotel in Chattanooga will combine the design and comfort of an upscale, lifestyle hotel with the self-activation capabilities of a select-service property.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Economic, social, and technological shifts are pushing the travel industry toward seismic change. Learn more about these key changes, their implications on the future of travel, and how travel and tourism companies can adapt to meet evolving traveler expectations.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 12, 2024

PHOENIX, Arizona—Aligned Hospitality Management continued its growth by adding The M Solvang to its portfolio. This marks the company’s 25th property and its inaugural venture into the diverse California market. In recent years, Aligned Hospitality Management’s expansion has been marked by acquisitions and diversification into new markets. The M Solvang joins a lineup of boutique properties in Aligned’s portfolio, including The Tuxon in Tucson, Arizona; The Alice in Tucson, Arizona; and Th

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

To mark the first ever US – Japan Tourism Year, and in celebration of Airbnb’s mission to connect people from across the world through travel, Airbnb has pledged $1 million to fund a multi-year rural tourism exchange program between the US and Japan with an aim to strengthen economic opportunities through tourism in rural areas in both countries.

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SAS

APRIL 12, 2024

Large language models (LLMs), like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, have moved quickly out of the novelty phase into widespread use across industries. Among other examples, these new technologies are being used to generate customer emails, summarize meeting notes, supplement patient care and offer legal analysis. As LLMs proliferate across organizations, [.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Nobu Hospitality, the renowned luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residence brand, is excited to announce the development of two exceptional properties in Bulgaria - Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Sofia and Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Varna. These properties, owned by BSPF Bulgaria EAD and GHV-Dolphins EAD are set to make a significant mark in the Balkans.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 12, 2024

WASHINGTON—U.S. hotel performance showed mixed results from the previous week but positive comparisons year over year, according to CoStar’s latest data through April 6, 2024. U.S. Hotel Performance March 31-April 6, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 64.1 percent (up 4.7 percent)ADR: $156.96 (up 2.1 percent)RevPAR: $100.59 (up 6.9 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, Philadelphia reported the largest year-over-year occupancy lift (up 17.5 percent to 66.1 percent)

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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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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Hotel mobile check-in is a technology-driven process that allows guests to check into their hotel rooms using their mobile devices, without the need to queue at the front desk. This innovative service typically involves a hotel’s app or mobile website where guests can confirm their arrival, choose their room, and in some cases, even access their room using a digital key.

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SAS

APRIL 12, 2024

This past International Women's Day, we heard from the author of Leap, Jessica Galica. She encouraged women to take control of their careers and gave them helpful steps to reach new heights in their jobs. At the end of the session, women worldwide had questions for our expert speaker. Continue [.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Set to debut in spring 2025, minutes from the West entrance of Yosemite National Park, the brand’s highly anticipated California camp is now accepting reservations.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 12, 2024

Sandos Hotels & Resorts , an all-inclusive hospitality brand, has appointed Alan Pujol as the company’s new VP, operations. Pujol began his hospitality career at the age of 25 as the resident manager for a hotel in Palma de Mallorca. Following his early days of success working for Marina Hotels in Spain, he was promoted within the company, becoming the general manager of two properties in Ibiza before a brief hiatus with the brand.

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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

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Luxury hospitality epitomizes excellence in every facet of its operation, striving for unparalleled superiority in design aesthetics, offering incomparably attentive service, presenting the most exquisite culinary delights, and providing an exceptionally rejuvenating spa experience.

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Lodging Magazine

APRIL 12, 2024

LOS ANGELES, California—Springboard Hospitality announced its collaboration with Procure Impact. By sourcing products from social enterprises, Springboard Hospitality will add new products—ranging from in-room coffee and snacks to wellness products like candles and bath salts—as well as demonstrate its commitment to driving social impact by supporting vulnerable communities through its pledge of 5,000 hours of work.

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Hospitality Net

APRIL 12, 2024

Preparedness is a key element of effective hospitality. Guests at your hotel, resort, or other activity or accommodation should feel safe and looked after at all times. It’s crucial that your hospitality staff is also equipped to handle emergency situations. Learn how to train employees to assess risks, prevent adverse situations, and respond swiftly in times of crisis.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 12, 2024

Omega Hotel Group has sold the Best Western Sugar Sands Inn & Suites in Destin, FL, to an institutional buyer. The new owner intends to reposition the property as a Spark by Hilton. The 137-room hotel is near Destin’s white sand beaches and guests enjoy nearby shopping and dining opportunities, as well as various outdoor activities including boating, fishing, paddleboarding and snorkeling.

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Running a restaurant involves juggling numerous tasks, but payroll and HR shouldn’t add to the stress. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," is tailored for the restaurant industry to help you choose the best provider. Efficient payroll services ensure timely, accurate payments, crucial for maintaining staff morale. Compliance support helps navigate labor laws and avoid costly fines.

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