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Embedding sustainability into a hotel starts with leadership

eHotelier

Of all the places to learn about how to successfully embed sustainability into large-scale hotel operations, few would think to start with Las Vegas. And yet, largely stemming from its desert location, water recycling and renewable energy programs have been up and running for quite some time at these casino resorts.

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Key appointments: Amora, Ovolo, Novotel and Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport

Hotel Management

He has served as General Manager (pre-opening and launch) at Scale Space, London, and as Cugo Gran Macina Grand Harbour, Malta. Roberto Russo Russo brings more than 25 years’ experience in lifestyle hotels, boutique residential properties, co-living, and co-working projects, with a proven track record in successful hotel openings.

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Graduate Hotels names Melotti EVP, operations

Hotel Business

“His wealth of knowledge and outstanding track record of success at scale will prove to be invaluable to our teams and growing portfolio. During his tenure, Hard Rock Hotels and Casinos expanded from six to 42 properties. We look forward to taking our service and operations to a new level with his guidance and leadership.”

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Westgate Resorts updates executive team

Hotel Business

“We’re excited to introduce these new leaders who will enable our business to scale and deliver the best possible experience for our owners and guests. In addition, he will also oversee Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino and HR. ” John Willman , a 30-year veteran of Westgate, has been promoted to CFO.

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McKibbon Hospitality adds Mike Dickey

Hotel Business

Throughout his career, Dickey has led talent acquisition, learning and development, and benefits administration for large-scale companies in the hospitality and waste management space. In addition to these roles, Dickey also served as area director, HR for Republic Services, Inc.

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Helping hotel guests and owners breathe easy

Hotel Business

Power study revealed guests who experienced better-than-expected sleep reported satisfaction scores 114 points higher (on a 1,000-point scale) than those with average sleep experiences. In fact, a J.D. A guests sleep can be disturbed by the smallest disruption, from sounds in the hotel hallway to the scent of a room.

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Bruce Smith-Cordish JV to develop $1.4B mixed-use in Virginia

Hotel Business

Casino & Hotel Virginia. “An important part of our evaluation was to identify a development team with a proven track record in developing and operating mixed-use and casino properties, a long history of revitalizing cities across the country, and strong community engagement practices. . billion Live!

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