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How Restaurants Can Manage Food Costs During Disruptions

Modern Restaurant Management

Experts have deemed recovery from the pandemic “complete ,” but a new set of challenges has emerged for restaurants: labor shortages, disrupted supply chains, and extreme weather. Amid these potential disruptions, operators need a fresh approach to managing food costs. Here are seven strategies to boost adaptability and resilience while safeguarding the bottom line.

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The AI Revolution in Hotel Pricing: Beyond Dynamic Rates

Revenue Hub

As we enter 2025, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into hotel pricing strategies continues to revolutionize the hospitality industry. NB: This is an article from the Pedowitz Group Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date This evolution significantly shifts from traditional pricing models to sophisticated, data-driven approaches that enhance revenue management and guest satisfaction.

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Why Your Hotel Needs “Get Google” in 2025

STAAH

The hospitality landscape continues to evolve rapidly, and staying ahead of the curve is no longer an option its a necessity. As traveler behaviors continue to shift and technology reshapes how we plan trips, one thing remains constant: Googles dominance as the go-to platform for travel research and booking. With STAAHs Get Google feature, your hotel can leverage Googles expansive ecosystem to attract guests, increase direct bookings, and thrive in an increasingly competitive market.

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Exploring the Future of Food and Beverage

eHotelier

As leaders in the food and beverage industry, we at Samson Hospitality are always on the lookout for emerging food trends that will shape the culinary landscape.

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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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Thinking Outside the Box: Creative Strategies to Drive Revenue

Revenue Hub

In both high and low demand times when everyone is vying for their share of occupancy sometimes all it takes is a little bit of time and creativity to make our properties stand out and get noticed. NB: This is an article from Theresa Hajko , Regional Director of Revenue at Spire Hospitality Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Thinking outside the box can be beneficial in driving more guests to our hotels or capturing more revenue from the guests we already have.

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Island Hospitality adds San Jose TownePlace Suites

Hotel Business

Island Hospitality Management has been selected as the management company for the under-construction TownePlace Suites San Jose, which will be located in downtown San Jose. The hotel will be located close to The SAP Center, San Jose Convention Center and San Jose State University. We are very excited for the opportunity to work with an owner who is a premier real estate development firm with a long-standing and award-winning history in the San Jose, CA, market, said Gregg Forde, president/COO.

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Wise Beyond His Years: AGA CEO Armaan Patel on His Path in the Industry Since His Very Early Start

Lodging Magazine

At an age when most budding hoteliers are gaining exposure to the industry through classes, internships, and summer jobs, Armaan Patel is managing a portfolio of more than 25 hotels in the Los Angeles area as CEO of AGA Essentials. He is also growing AGA Hotelsa hotel brand he cofounded with his cousin, Yash Desai, four years ago, when he was only 16.

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Dimension assumes management of Georgia Hampton Inn

Hotel Business

Hotel management company Dimension Hospitality has added the 100-room Hampton Inn and Suites Snellville Georgia to its portfolio of managed hotels. We simply could not be more excited to engage with this exceptional hotel, the remarkable service-minded staff and the visionary owner, who is truly a local hero, said Joe Viglietta, COO, Dimension Hospitality.

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Tripadvisor Shares Top 2025 Travel Destinations

Lodging Magazine

NEEDHAM, MassachusettsTripadvisor announced its first Travelers’ Choice Awards category for 2025: Best of the Best Destinations. Each year, Tripadvisor assesses millions of reviews shared by a global community of travelers to uncover its recommendations. Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best Destinations span seven categories, including Top Destinations, Trending Destinations, Culture Destinations, Food Destinations, and Honeymoon Destinations.

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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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Radisson Hotel Group expands in Saudi Arabia with the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel

eHotelier

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of theRadisson Blu Hotel & Convention Center, Riyadh Minhal.

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Maximizing your TikTok Campaign Potential

Revenue Hub

TikTok provides a vibrant platform for advertisers to engage with users creatively. Here’s how to leverage its features to optimize your campaigns: NB: This is an article from gcommerce Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Leverage TikToks Creative Codes TikToks Creative Codes are designed to help advertisers craft ads that perform well on the platform.

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The Analytics Black Hole: Hotels, Data and the Cost of Overregulation

Hospitality Net

The hospitality industry has been caught in a digital vortex in the past two years. What used to be a straightforward task (tracking web traffic and performance metrics) has devolved into a Kafkaesque ordeal. Regulations like the Digital Markets Act and GDPR were introduced under the guise of fairness and privacy but have left hotels drowning in incomplete data and distorted performance insights.

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Hotel Equities names Clint DeLee, Karen Mendez VPs, operations

Hotel Business

Hospitality ownership, management and development firm Hotel Equities (HE) has made new leadership changes within the organization, including hiring Clint DeLee and promoting Karen Mendez to serve as VP, operations. We are focused on building a strong infrastructure and fostering a culture that prioritizes continuous improvement, said Brad Rahinsky, president/CEO, HE.

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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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Crazy Bear unveils new ownership structure amid buy-out

Hotel Owner

The Crazy Bear collection of boutique hotels has announced executive director Richard Booth and managing director Tom Etridge have completed the successful buy-out of the business, concluding a transformative process that has secured long-term capital to fuel the groups ambitious growth plans. The group said it is embarking on an exciting new chapter, with plans to refurbish its rooms and introduce two new dining experiences.

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Travelport GDS: What does it do?

SiteMinder

What is Travelport GDS? Travelport GDS is a global distribution system vendor that connects travel service providers (hotels, airlines, car hire companies) with travel agents who book these services on behalf of their clients. Travelport is one of the industrys most renowned GDS companies, along with other examples such as Sabre and Amadeus. What does Travelport GDS do?

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Drury Plaza Hotel Starts Construction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Lodging Magazine

ST. LOUIS, MissouriDrury Hotels announced its newest hotel is under construction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. The resort-style hotel is the sixth Drury Hotel in Tennessee and is now accepting reservations for Sept. 19, 2025, and beyond. The new Drury Plaza Hotel will offer more than 250 guestrooms, on-site dining, and parking. Located off U.S. Route 321, the hotel will provide views of the Smoky Mountains and the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River.

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What is Sabre GDS? Learn how it works

SiteMinder

What is Sabre GDS? Sabre is a travel distribution company that utilises the GDS to allow travel agents and corporations to search, book and manage reservations for flights, hotels and car rentals. What does Sabre GDS stand for? The name is actually one long acronym: Sabre stands for “Semi-Automated Business Research Environment”, and GDS stands for Global Distribution System .

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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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Great Scotland Yard Hotel bolsters commercial and marketing team

Hotel Owner

Five-star Great Scotland Yard Hotel, in Westminster, has announced the appointments of Monika Mulder as director of sales and marketing and Mikco Maiquez as marketing and communications manager. Both new hires are seasoned hospitality professionals who bring their wealth of experience and knowledge to the Unbound Collection by Hyatt hotel. A director with 20 years of experience in the luxury hotel industry, Mulder began her career in the front office at Swissotel Chicago, and over the years, tra

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Islander Resort Completes Property-Wide Renovation

Guides: Lodging Magazine

ISLAMORADA, FloridaIslander Resort in Islamorada, Florida, unveiled its full property transformation, including a complete interior and exterior renovation of its 114 bungalows and suites and 25 two-bedroom townhome villas, resort grounds, amenities, and programming; dining outlets; and event spaces. Weve created a sanctuary that redefines the essence of island life, a place to reconnectwith nature, with loved ones, and with yourself, said Senior Vice President of HHM Hotels Douglas Wilkins.

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Leadership appointments announced for The Ann Savannah, opening early 2025

eHotelier

The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, an all-suite boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Savannahs vibrant Historic District, is delighted to announce the appointment ofChristopher Steele as General ManagerandMarie Dalis-Brown as Director of Sales & Marketing.

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Hotel Filigrane Opens in Paris’s Bourse District: A Strategic Addition to the Hotels en Ville Portfolio

Hospitality Net

Hotel Filigrane has officially opened its doors at 40 rue Vivienne, positioning itself as a key player in Pariss dynamic second arrondissement. Situated in the heart of the Bourse districtrenowned for its financial heritage, proximity to corporate offices, and vibrant cultural landmarksthis new four-star boutique property introduces a carefully curated guest experience designed to meet the needs of modern business travelers and leisure visitors alike.

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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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Oliver Eller appointed General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Maldives

eHotelier

The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is delighted to announce Oliver Eller as the newly appointed General Manager for the property.

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CoralTree Hospitality Reorganizes and Expands Sales Team

Lodging Magazine

DENVER, ColoradoAndre Fournier, chief commercial officer of CoralTree Hospitality, recently announced the reorganization and expansion of the companys global sales team to refocus its direct sales efforts and lead generation and identify new team members with experience in the luxury space. As our collection has evolved over the last six years so have the needs of our customers, said Fournier.

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The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort achieves Green Globe Certification for excellence in sustainability

eHotelier

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resortis proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigiousGreen Globe Certificate, world's leading certification for sustainable operation and management of travel and tourism worldwide.

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MARA Solutions Named Best Reputation Management Solution in 2025

Hospitality Net

These awards are the most prestigious and sought-after in the hospitality industry, and this marks MARAs first time competing against more established players in the category. "Winning the award in our very first year is something we never imagined when launching the product in early 2024," said Tobias Roelen-Blasberg, Co-Founder of MARA. "Its a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone on the team in building the new way of AI-driven reputation management.

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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