Horizon Hospitality

JANUARY 16, 2025

The hospitality industry is entering 2025 with a rapidly evolving hiring landscape. Employers who understand emerging trends will be better positioned to attract and retain top talent in a competitive market. Here are key trends shaping hospitality hiring and actionable tips for navigating them effectively. 1. Flexibility is a Non-Negotiable Job seekers in 2025 prioritize flexibility, including scheduling options and remote work where possible.

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Hospitality Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Hospitality professionals from across the country share their business acumen and tips to take the industry into the new year. Ash Bailey, owner, Bar Yuki Create a vibe you want to be a part of. There is so much stress that comes with running a hospitality business, but if you create a space that you genuinely enjoy being in, it will create an environment people love coming back to.

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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 15, 2025

Stepping into 2025, hoteliers are at a crossroads of innovation and changing guest expectations. NB: This is an article from Hotelchamp Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date With tech breakthroughs, shifting behaviours, and rising demands, the hospitality marketing landscape is constantly evolving. This year calls for fresh strategies that go beyond the traditional and embrace the future.

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Hotelogix

JANUARY 12, 2025

As a hotel owner you’ve navigated the chaos of permits, watched the first brick get laid, and seen your vision take shape room by room. From selecting the right location to managing construction and hiring staff, the pre-opening phase is about laying the groundwork. But once everything is ready, the focus shifts. The next step is just as important— getting your hotel noticed.

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Hospitality and food & beverage businesses—especially those managing multiple locations—are under pressure to grow quickly while staying compliant with evolving labor laws and industry regulations. High turnover, time-consuming onboarding, and regulatory risk can strain even the most efficient operations. That’s where this free solutions guide can help.

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Hotelogix

JANUARY 12, 2025

Pilferage, or petty theft, is a silent problem in hotels that often goes unnoticed until the losses start adding up. While guests may occasionally take small items, the biggest pain point for hoteliers is internal theft. Housekeeping , front desk cash handling, and inventory mismanagement can all contribute to significant revenue leaks. This article will help you understand the major sources of pilferage in hotels and provide effective strategies to prevent theft.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

Purchasing is one of the most difficult challenges facing hoteliers. An AI-powered procure-to-pay platform designed for the hospitality industrydesigned with help from a former hotelierhas just received funding that it says will help it continue to make the process easier for hoteliers. Reeco has successfully raised $15 million in Series A funding, which already follows a $10-million seed round, bringing the total funding raised to $25 million.

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LimeTray

JANUARY 13, 2025

Losing customers due to busy phone lines or miscommunicated orders can be frustrating. With evolving consumer expectations, many diners now crave the convenience of placing orders online. If your restaurant hasnt yet adopted an online ordering system, you could be missing out on significant opportunities for your restaurants growth. Its not just about acknowledging the significance of online food ordering systems for restaurants; its about effectively reaching your target audience and ensuring y

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Larry Mogelonsky

JANUARY 13, 2025

Meetings and events are in the midst of a renaissance heading into 2025, with numerous contributing factors as to why. Top of the list for the corporate and group segments is the need to bring people together in a world that has embraced hybrid or fully remote working arrangements. As weve all learned from the pandemic, no form of video or voice call can replace the rapport formed only by in-person conversation.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 13, 2025

Hotels in and around Los Angeles and industry associates are offering support to those displaced by the devastating wildfires in California. AAHOA Charitable Foundation launches wildfire initiative AAHOA has launched the Hope & Haven: California Wildfire Recovery Initiative , powered by the AAHOA Charitable Foundation (ACF) to support communities devastated by the ongoing wildfires in California.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 13, 2025

In a recall crisis, the media can be your greatest ally or your worst enemy – it all comes down to how you manage the message. With food recalls at a five year high , there’s (understandably!) increased consumer demand for real-time information about these incidents. The media can be incredibly valuable in distributing updates to the public and other key stakeholders, but if the information they have is inaccurate or sensationalized, it’s not helpful in protecting public health

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Speaker: Lee Andrews, Founder at LJA New Media & Tony Karrer, Founder and CTO at Aggregage

This session will walk you through how one CEO used generative AI, workflow automation, and sales personalization to transform an entire security company—then built the Zero to Strategy framework that other mid-market leaders are now using to unlock 3.5x ROI. As a business executive, you’ll learn how to assess AI opportunities in your business, drive adoption across teams, and overcome internal resource constraints—without hiring a single data scientist.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 14, 2025

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 Owner

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 13, 2025

Picture this: It’s 8:00 a.m., and you’re already juggling many urgent tasks. You have three systems open – your Property Management System, the online distribution channel manager, and a complex Excel spreadsheet for forecasting. NB: This is an article from Demand Calendar Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Each tool feeds you new data on upcoming bookings, rate adjustments, and market changes.

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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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Hotel Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

Driftwood Capital has secured a total of $207 million in senior construction financing and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing for its signature Westin Cocoa Beach Resort & Spa on Floridas Space Coast. The company also secured a $50 million credit facility from Amerant Bank at the holding company/fund level. After breaking ground in September 2024, the $420-million, 502-key resort is part of Driftwoods decade-long investment to elevate the region’s hospitality

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Hotel Owner

JANUARY 13, 2025

After the holiday season rush, many hoteliers face a quieter January and February. With guests recovering from their post-Christmas spending, combined with the unpredictable weather and a general dip in travel activity, hoteliers need to adapt quickly. To maintain momentum, hotels must focus on strategic marketing, dynamic pricing, and a tailored guest experience.

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STAAH

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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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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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 15, 2025

Setting an operating budget for the coming year can feel like a wild guessing game for hoteliers. NB: This is an article from RoomPriceGenie , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date Market conditions can change quickly, affecting a propertys performance in ways you didnt see coming and catching you unprepared.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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LimeTray

JANUARY 15, 2025

The application of online food ordering systems has transformed how diners experience ordering food, making restaurant operations as simple as a tap on a smartphone. Customers can browse menus, place orders, and have food delivered to their door with a few taps on their smartphones. This convenience often attracts a broader customer base, including those who are unable to visit the restaurant physically.

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EATER

JANUARY 15, 2025

Pivoting from conservation to wild seaweed harvesting, an ecologist sells the delicious algae to chefs. Seaweed company The Good Ocean is the first business in India that harvests wild seaweed and sells it to chefs across the country that are integrating the sustainable algae into traditional dishes. A lot of people think Im coming to the tide pools to harvest mussels or oysters, recounts founder and ecologist Gabriella DCruz.

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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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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 15, 2025

Corporate rate contracts are the lifeblood of many hotels, offering a steady stream of business travelers and long-term guests. NB: This is an article from Topline Revenue , one of our Expert Partners Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date But navigating the maze of corporate rate shopping can be tricky. Its a game of strategy, data analysis, and sometimes a little bit of luck.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 14, 2025

Ten years ago, for their honeymoon, Canadians Peter and Hailey Sawatzky stayed in the tower of a castle in a village just outside of Rome. It had been refurbished and just done really well, said Peter Sawatzky. We stayed in this little, tiny tower room that had a spiral staircase leading up to it. The next morning, we were sitting over breakfast, and my wife said, ‘You know, we should do something like this because there’s not a lot of castles in Canada.’ The North Star Suite L

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SiteMinder

JANUARY 14, 2025

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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Modern Restaurant Management

JANUARY 15, 2025

The restaurant industry continued to grow in 2024 with sales forecasted to top $1 trillion for the first time in history, according to the National Restaurant Association’s 2024 State of the Restaurant Industry report. As consumers continue to frequent dining establishments near and far, payment optimization is a great way for restauranteurs to boost their bottom lines and drive growth during high-traffic seasons and beyond.

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Revenue Hub

JANUARY 13, 2025

Booking.coms 2025 review score update introduces a new scoring approach that emphasizes recent guest feedback, offering a more accurate reflection of each property’s current guest experience. NB: This is an article from Mara Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and stay up to date This update is designed to increase transparency for travelers and encourage continuous improvement among hotel partners.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

G6 Hospitality , operator of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, has forged a strategic partnership with HotelKey to enhance its technological capabilities across its network of properties in the U.S. and Canada. G6 Hospitality, now part of OYO ‘s global portfolio, will maintain HotelKey as its core property management system (PMS) across all Motel 6 and Studio 6 properties.

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Are Morch

JANUARY 15, 2025

In the hospitality industry, branding is much more than a logo or tagline; it is about the entire experience that a guest has from the very first contact to the lasting impression. A strong brand differentiates you in a competitive market, engenders trust, and ensures customer loyalty.Investing in a robustbranding strategy is indispensable for businesses […] The post How to Elevate Your Hospitality Brand: Proven Tips and Tricks appeared first on Are Morch, Digital Transformation Coach.

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STAAH

JANUARY 12, 2025

Indian hotel, The Samilton Hotel, found another level of success with STAAH with a huge surge in direct bookings and reliant channel manager. Established in 1990, The Samilton Hotel revolutionized Kolkata’s hospitality landscape by offering a pioneering concept: a fully air-conditioned, three-star boutique hotel. It offers a comfortable and convenient stay for both business and leisure travellers.

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