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OCTOBER 25, 2024

Hotels Pledge 100,000 Hours for Overlooked Populations Just in time for the holidays, American Hotel & Lodging Association announced that 23 hospitality companies have signed a Dignity of Work pledge that could result in more than $7.4 Our customers are eager to participate in sustainability efforts.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2018

The Internet of Things (IoT) has long been heralded for its power to increase productivity and decrease labor costs by connecting everyday objects with each other via the internet, but the hospitality industry is turning out to be one of the early beneficiaries of what GE is calling The Third Wave of Innovation. Guest-Room Automation.

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MAY 26, 2023

Is the events industry more prepared for a future emergency? We thought this would be a good time to reflect on what the shift means and how all of that forced education will prepare us better for whatever comes next. Are we better or less prepared for whatever next disruption comes to the hospitality industry?

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JANUARY 14, 2022

Hospitality professionals saw the industry undergo tremendous changes in 2021. Many hospitality conferences and conventions were virtual or hybrid events , while others were forced to cancel altogether. As a result, many industry professionals are wondering what to expect from the top hospitality conferences of 2022.

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MARCH 28, 2025

Curious how staffing challenges in hospitality might shape events moving forward? Robots Check In: Marriott and LG Tap RobotLAB to Transform Hospitality Marriott International is stepping into the future of hospitality with the help of RobotLAB and LG. Youre not alonenew research shows U.S.

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JULY 19, 2024

Travel and meeting risk trainer offers insights for the future The news Friday morning that an update from the software protection company CrowdStrike crashed travel, emergency, hospital and banking systems all over the globe, was a reminder of the risks of planning events in a highly networked world.

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JULY 19, 2024

Travel and meeting risk trainer offers insights for the future The news Friday morning that an update from the software protection company CrowdStrike crashed travel, emergency, hospital and banking systems all over the globe, was a reminder of the risks of planning events in a highly networked world.

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JUNE 8, 2020

The extraordinary Lee Papa is an internationally recognized Mindfulness and Meditation speaker and trainer, specializing in the Meetings, Events, Hospitality, and Travel industries. I prepare, but I don't obsess or stress over it because I set the intention. That’s what our very special guest for this week wonders.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2025

How has the Los Angeles hospitality industry fared during the fires? Read More: How Event Production Prepared Me for Leading Disaster Relief During LA Fires Major conventions that have hosted meetings in Los Angeles since the wildfires began have also prioritized giving back. This is an extremely difficult time for Angelenos.

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OCTOBER 13, 2023

When she began attending college at San Jose State University, she was quick to join their Hospitality Management Program. Preparing for the Exam Nguyen was exposed to the CMP designation early on. “I Her organization and preparation for events support this success. I love the Bay Area,” she says. “It

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DECEMBER 30, 2022

As the industry prepares to come together with receptions, panel discussions and virtual celebrations on March 30, Freeman urged everyone associated with meetings and events to tell their stories. The post Prepare for GMID 2023: Resolve to Continue Advocating for Events appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

He will draw on his over three decades of experience in the hospitality industry to lead all sales efforts, maximize revenue and overall profit and will oversee all marketing and public relations strategies. She has an extensive background in the hospitality industry, especially with hotel management and sales.

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MARCH 21, 2025

Consider this: A planner arrives at your hotel for a site visit, and youve prepared a personalized gift waiting for them in their room. These simple but thoughtful examples highlight how proactive hospitality can win clients over while creating positive buzz around your hotel.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Networking for Introverts: Surviving (and Thriving) at Big Industry Events 13 September 2024 7 Tips from Self-proclaimed Introvert Val Delaney, Executive Vice President, ADMEI Picture this: You're standing in the bustling halls of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, surrounded by thousands of hospitality professionals from around the globe.

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JUNE 9, 2022

Avoid eating or preparing meat from wild game or using products derived from wild animals from Africa such as creams, lotions and powders. On June 9, Newsweek reported that a Texas man who was being held in a Puerto Vallarta hospital while being tested for monkeypox fled the hospital without official permissions and traveled home to the U.S.

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JULY 28, 2023

After earning his Bachelor of Arts degree in Hospitality Business at Michigan State University, Howell worked in numerous hotels across New York City before relocating to Utah, where he served as director of learning and development and later director of rooms at Waldorf Astoria Park City.

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MARCH 22, 2024

He brings over a decade of hospitality experience, and most recently served as assistant director of sales at JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort & Spa. He began his hospitality career with the Disney College Program, and later played an important part in launching Disney Cruise Line’s first ship, Disney Magic.

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MARCH 18, 2024

We are highlighting women who have worked their way up and earned the position of General Manager (GM) to show our appreciation for their dedication to hospitality, their genuine passion for helping others and for standing strong in an industry where men still dominate the majority of leadership roles.

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OCTOBER 4, 2024

He brings nearly 20 years of experience in international hospitality and entertainment, holding pivotal roles such as deputy chief operation officer at Genting Malaysia Berhad, the world’s largest integrated luxury resort, which demonstrates his strong track record of managing large-scale, complex operations with leadership and strategic acumen.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

When crisis strikes a meeting professional’s host city and hotel, it’s comforting to know that—despite the uncertainty that surrounds unexpected events—the hotel in which you’re hosting your event is well prepared to take on the challenge.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The robot takeover in the hospitality industry is imminent, moving beyond cutesy chatbots and automated telephone operators and into formerly human roles, such as chefs, bartenders and bussers. Robots and hospitality in the United States have been merging at a glacial pace for some time now. The Pandemic Sped Things Up.

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FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Wenks holds over 20 years of experience in executive hospitality leadership, most recently serving as vice president of the sales organization for Omni Hotels. He brings over 25 years of experience in Hawaii’s hospitality industry, plus thoughtful leadership skills and the expertise of a local.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2024

DeWitt suggests checking out the free National Network Hospitality page. That might mean sitting a person in a certain part of the ballroom or warning them about conditions so they can prepare. It’s not something they haven’t been asked 100 times before,” she said. They would rather you ask than guess,” she added. Still have questions?

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JUNE 21, 2022

Rather than preparing his ingredients, however, the morning before the gala found him at a pre-event Chopped-style breakfast cook-off featuring four of the main event celebrity chefs at FedExFamilyHouse , which provides free housing and respite for out-of-town families receiving treatment at Le Bonheur.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

Although inflation has taken a toll on event budgets, some precautionary moves can help side-step the worst impacts by being prepared. ” The post How to Manage Outsize Hospitality Budget Inflation appeared first on Smart Meetings. Inflationary Realities.

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JANUARY 4, 2018

The hospitality boom isn’t going anywhere. The more you can prepare your clients for the higher prices on the horizon, the less friction you’ll encounter when it comes time to close the deal. You’re already prepared to stay ahead of the competition in 2018—now you need to show your chops to others in the industry.

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MAY 12, 2023

Thinking about how to bring restaurant quality and restaurant style of attention, creativity and welcoming hospitality into non-restaurant environments that range from a workplace to an outdoor space or similar setup,” Brunson said. that’s what we focus on, making sure that welcoming hospitality and personalization still comes through.”

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NOVEMBER 3, 2023

It’s a dream come true for me, as it allows me to combine my passion for hospitality and my heart for ministry,” she says. She says, “I have always been interested in learning and growing both personally and professionally and discovered quickly that experience holds a lot of value in the hospitality industry.” It’s truly a calling!”

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OCTOBER 6, 2023

He brings over 30 years of experience in hospitality, having most recently served as general manager at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay on Kauai. He will draw on his over 30 years of hospitality experience to oversee all hotel services and operations. Franco Vella Franco Vella Vella joins InterContinental David Tel Aviv as general manager.

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AUGUST 5, 2024

Pioneering hospitality leaders forged new paths to top of LA hotel world The hospitality landscape in Los Angeles is filled with bold female leaders brave enough to break away from the Mad Men norm to bring their unique leadership styles forward for the benefit of their organizations, the industry and future hospitality professionals.

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OCTOBER 30, 2023

Planners should also be aware of the needs of attendees while preparing their future events, “Attendees have become more protective of their time and have high expectations for that time when they commit to being away from home,” Diem said. of hospitality partners are expecting that many events. with 6-12 months out, 15.7%

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OCTOBER 12, 2023

Across the hospitality industry, meetings and large-scale events play a significant role in the success of hotels, restaurants, clubs—really any venue. This ensures that the client and venue are on the same page when all of the preparations are underway.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

His experience in hospitality spans over two decades, and he brings extensive experience in leading operational excellence. Raised in the San Jose area, Nguyen will draw on her deep connection to the location, as well as nearly two decades of experience in hospitality. Hudson joins Thompson Houston as director of sales and marketing.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

Romie Romila Mushtaq , who spoke the two sentences that kicked off this story, is a triple board-certified brain doctor, award-winning speaker and chief wellness officer with Evolution Hospitality and an expert in calming the busy brain. Prepare extensively and then trust your gut,” she said. and learning to take a brainPAUSE.

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MARCH 3, 2023

Switching careers to discover your passion There is a near endless list of jobs in the world but some people were just born for events and hospitality. Maybe It’s in the Blood Although she was born to parents who worked in hotels, Natasha Pereira chose a different route on her way to the hospitality world.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Meanwhile, Visit Houston worked with Hotel & Lodging Association of Greater Houston and Greater Houston Restaurant Association to create a Houston Hospitality Employee Relief Fund to provide supplemental support to anyone who may have incurred losses because of vacancies. “We Hospitality Strong Won Day.

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

She has worked at numerous ALHI member hotels, making her well-prepared to join ALHI’s GSO team. In his career, he has worked in hospitality for over 30 years in locations across the U.S. He has held leadership positions at leading hospitality companies such as Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide and Remington.

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