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Concur Founder, Former Expedia Execs Back Business Travel AI Startup: Otto

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Steve Singh is continuing to build and fund an ecosystem that he hopes will bring about a more high-tech experience for the next generation of business travel. Otto will have to work out the rough edges of other AI trip planners to date.

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Knowland: Louisville Doubles Year-Over-Year Event Volume Growth

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ARLINGTON, Virginia—Knowland reported that while Philadelphia led in the top 25 markets, Louisville, Kentucky, doubled year-over-year (YOY) event volume growth, hitting 94.9 percent. This is the fifth month Louisville has ranked in the top five secondary markets this year. This data is sourced from Knowland’s sales intelligence platform and designed to help hoteliers protect and grow their revenue base.

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There’s a Boom in Smaller Meetings and Events – Hotels Are Adjusting

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Skift Take: Hotels have been warning of soft demand in general, but when it comes to meetings and events, it's "very, very strong" (to quote Hilton's CEO). One travel management firm told us they've doubled staff to capture the business.

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Hotel Chains Bet on New Ways of Selling to Corporate Travelers

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Skift Take: Hotel chains are quietly planning to shift their distribution strategies, aiming to bypass traditional intermediaries and boost direct bookings from corporate travel buyers. But with billions at stake, expect fights from legacy players.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Inside Red Sea Global’s Mission to Welcome All

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Skift Take: While many developers view disability access as a regulatory requirement, Red Sea Global is tapping into its economic and social potential by creating inclusive experiences to capture a growing market.

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Oman Air Swaps First Class for ‘Higher-Tier Business’ Seats

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Skift Take: First class has been 'retiring' from international routes across the industry, Oman Air is the latest, despite its regional neighbors doubling down on the segment.

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Klook-TikTok Collab: Now Book Travel Experiences Directly in the App

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Skift Take: Social media isn’t all fun and games. There’s serious money to be made, and Klook is buying into the trend with its latest TikTok tie-up. Klook's message is clear: Come for the video, stay for the tour!

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