Fri.Oct 04, 2024

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Using Sales Enablement Tools and Technology to Add Value to Relationships

Anthony Cole Training

In order for salespeople to truly engage, build value, and develop long-lasting relationships, they must compliment their selling approach with sales enablement tools and technology. Listening with the intent to learn, asking questions that are not product-based, and understanding the nuances, trends, and challenges of a company and industry are required in today’s environment.

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ChatGPT Advanced Voice: The Future of Travel Booking or the Death of OTAs?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: After a history of false starts with Tellme, Alexa, and Siri, will ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode unlock the holy grail: booking a flight?

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Understanding event sponsorship as a marketing tool

Hospitality Net

Event sponsorship positions your brand and message in the spotlight of the people that matter. With events teams expecting a 10% increase in attendees this year and 86.4% of organizers planning to maintain or increase their events in 2024, in-person events are thriving. With that in mind, how can you choose the right event to sponsor to generate the best possible return on investment?

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Wynn Resorts Gets First Casino License in UAE

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The gaming authority had previously issued only one license since its creation in 2023 - to a national lottery company in Abu Dhabi.

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Don't Let AI Pass You By: The New Era of Personalized Sales Coaching & Development

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales & Devyn Blume, Sr. Account Executive

Are you curious about how artificial intelligence is reshaping sales coaching, learning, and development? Join Brendan Sweeney and Devyn Blume of Allego for an engaging new webinar exploring AI's transformative role in sales coaching and performance improvement! Brendan and Devyn will share actionable insights and strategies for integrating AI into coaching and development - ensuring personalized, effective, and scalable training!

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Hyatt Grows Select-Service Pipeline by 25 Percent in the Americas

Lodging

CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced growth in its select service pipeline, with an around 25 percent increase in the Americas over the past three years. As of June 30, 2024, this segment represents over 50 percent of Hyatt’s total pipeline in the Americas. Complementing growth in lifestyle, luxury, and all-inclusive, Hyatt’s select-service portfolio remains a driver for market expansion and generating awareness and enrollment in World of Hyatt. “Across our select service brands, we

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#BoycottMaldives Thaws in India: EaseMyTrip Resumes Bookings After ‘Improved Ties’

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The re-entry of EaseMyTrip into the Maldives market signals a thaw in the diplomatic frost. But it also raises questions about how travel companies should respond to political tensions. Should they pick sides, or remain neutral, serving the interests of travelers and the economy?

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Choice Hotels’ Upscale Gamble: How Cambria Found Its Footing

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Choice Hotels has managed to turn their awkward duckling Cambria into a swan. The brand's turnaround tells a broader story about sector trends.

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Thompson Palm Springs Opens as a Stylish Oasis of Culture and Creative Expression

Hospitality Net

Hyatt’s Newest California Hotel Brings Culinary Excellence, Curated Art Programming and Locally Inspired Touches to the Bustling Downtown Region.

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U.S. Passport Processing Speeds Up by 2 Weeks as Travel Hits Record Highs

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The State Department is processing passport application faster than it was prior to the pandemic. It's catching up to the post-pandemic boom.

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Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road Announces Completion of Exciting Renovation Projects

Hospitality Net

Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road is thrilled to unveil a stunning new look, transforming the hotel into a space of contemporary elegance. This renovation journey stands as a testament to the hotel’s commitment to creating an inviting atmosphere where comfort and style blend seamlessly.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Changing the Game: Inside the New Strategy Redefining Airline Pricing

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Airline revenue management is undergoing a significant transformation powered by AI and machine learning. By forecasting demand and offering personalized pricing, the PROS Willingness-to-Pay (WTP) model can help airlines enhance both revenue and customer satisfaction.

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École Ducasse Wins World’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 and Europe’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 for Second Consecutive Year

Hospitality Net

Paris, 03 October 2024: École Ducasse is proud to announce that it has been awarded both the World’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 and Europe’s Best Culinary Training Institution 2024 by the prestigious World Culinary Awards for the second year in a row. These accolades affirm École Ducasse’s position as a global leader in culinary education, cementing its reputation for delivering unmatched excellence in the edible arts.

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What’s Driving Investor Interest in India’s Hotel Sector

Skift Blog

Skift Take: The Indian hotel industry could see more transactions, likely driven by debt pressure. Fortunately, larger profitable players will probably be willing to increase investments.

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An Interview with BLLA Award Winner, Jon Kully of LEFT LANE

Hospitality Net

In the ever-evolving landscape of boutique hospitality, LEFT LANE stands out as a pioneering force, transforming historic buildings into vibrant cultural hubs across America. At the helm of this innovative venture is Jon Kully, a visionary who has brought a fresh perspective to real estate development, blending architecture, design, and brand creation into a seamless experience.

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Beyond the Basics: How to Develop and Retain a Top-Performing Sales Team

Speaker: Brendan Sweeney, VP of Sales at Allego

Maximizing sales rep performance is no easy task. 📈 Traditional sales training methods focus heavily on the first few weeks in the sales role. Companies dedicate time, resources, and budget to onboarding new hires, only for them to forget what was learned in those first few weeks, lose motivation, and struggle to come to grips with their role.

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MGM Resorts CEO Outlines Global Hotel Strategy at Skift Global Forum: Full Video

Skift Blog

Skift Take: MGM Resorts is thinking more broadly: It is leveraging entertainment and sports while also developing resorts outside of Las Vegas.

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Marriott International Announces Marriott Tech Accelerator in Hyderabad, India

Hospitality Net

Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR, “Marriott”) is establishing a new Marriott Tech Accelerator, the company’s first global capability center (GCC) in Hyderabad, the capital of Telangana state in India. Leveraging Hyderabad’s top tech talent, the Marriott Tech Accelerator is an expansion of the company’s global technology team and will support Marriott’s tech infrastructure, engineering capacity, next-gen solutions, and security capabilities across its global enterprise in 141 countries a

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Crisis in The Middle East: What Does it Mean for Travel?

Skift Blog

Skift Take: Travelers fear the Middle East is decending into war, but the situation is different everywhere you look.

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Peachtree Group Breaks Ground on Dual-Branded AC Hotel and Moxy Hotel in Dallas

Hospitality Net

Peachtree Group ("Peachtree") celebrated the groundbreaking of a new 19-story, dual-branded hotel development featuring the award-winning Marriott brands, AC Hotel and Moxy Hotel, in the heart of Uptown Dallas. The development will bring 264 upscale rooms, modern amenities and unique lifestyle offerings to the bustling McKinney Avenue corridor. The much-anticipated project promises to elevate the city’s hospitality scene and is expected to open in Summer 2026.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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Vacasa Founder Knocks Pacaso’s Fundraising as Deceptive

Skift Blog

Skift Take: It's great that individuals can get in on a piece of the startup action — as long as they understand the investment.

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London Market Pulse 2024 – Investor Confidence Renewed

Hospitality Net

Snapshot of the London hotel market in 2024 with an exploration of tourism demand, hotel performance, hotel supply, the investment market and the market outlook.

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Why You Can’t Afford to Miss Skift Global Forum East

Skift Blog

Skift Global Forum East is quickly approaching, taking place on November 19-20 in Dubai.

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September 2024 Hotel Industry Outlook: Anticipating Accelerated Growth

Hospitality Net

Lower inflation, continued job creation, and the anticipated benefits of the recent cut in the federal funds rate provide a foundation for optimism about the U.S. economy. In the lodging sector, as different markets and segments continue to post varying results, we anticipate the overall trend of positive, albeit muted, growth to persist in the near term.

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Diving into Diversity: Decoding the Foundations of Inclusion in Hospitality Talent Acquisition

Speaker: Lauren Fernandez - CEO & Founder, Full Course

Companies all over the world, including Marriot International and Hilton Worldwide, are aware of the value of including DEI in their talent acquisition strategy. However, despite these initiatives, there is still plenty that the hospitality sector can do to promote DEI. When comparing the hospitality industries in India, Iraq, the UK, and the US, you will see that there is a consistent underrepresentation of persons from different ethnic, gender, and disability origins across all levels of the i

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Azul Hospitality Group Adds the Woodlark Hotel to Its Portfolio

Lodging

SAN DIEGO, California—Azul Hospitality Group announced that the Woodlark Hotel has officially joined its portfolio of hospitality assets. The Woodlark Hotel integrates two historic Portland buildings: the Woodlark Building, constructed in 1912, and the Cornelius Hotel, built in 1908. This combination of history and design reflects the city’s spirit.

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The Keys to Successfully Positioning Your Hotel Brand

Hospitality Net

Maintaining a distinct brand identity is more challenging than ever in today’s highly competitive hospitality landscape. Differentiation becomes crucial with new hotel brands constantly launching, consolidating, and diversifying. How do you stand out and preserve your unique brand image when managing a boutique hotel or part of a large chain?

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Choice Hotels Reintroduces Radisson Individuals in the Americas

Lodging

NORTH BETHESDA, Maryland—Choice Hotels International, Inc. announced the relaunch of Radisson Individuals in the Americas region as an upper-upscale soft brand focused on full-service, boutique, and independent hotels that stand apart for their local character and guest service. This latest investment in the Radisson Hotels Americas brands since their acquisition in 2022 builds on Choice’s position in the soft brand segment and grows its portfolio with an offering that serves travelers who

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Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown Unveils Renovation

Hospitality Net

Hilton Garden Inn Bethesda Downtown has completed a four million-dollar transformation, including the lobby, meetings and events spaces, bar and lounge, restaurant, and a new fitness center. The renovation ushers in a newly reimagined era for the 216-room property with contemporary and purposeful design elements complemented by technological enhancements such as amplified Wi-Fi capabilities, keyless locks, and UNO Net television systems.

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.

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CoStar: U.S. Hotel Industry Sees Positive Year-Over-Year Weekly Comparisons

Lodging

WASHINGTON—The U.S. hotel industry reported positive year-over-year comparisons, according to CoStar’s latest data through Sept. 28, 2024. U.S. Hotel PerformanceSeptember 22-28, 2024 Percentage change from comparable week in 2023:Occupancy: 68.4 percent (up 2.6 percent)ADR: $170.24 (up 7.5 percent)RevPAR: $116.50 (up 10.2 percent) Among the Top 25 Markets, New York City saw the highest year-over-year increases in each of the key performance metrics: occupancy (up 11.4 percent to 93.2 perce

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Harnessing the Power of Partnerships: How Food Entrepreneurs use networks to create innovative business models

Hospitality Net

When it comes to building impactful yet innovative businesses in the gastronomic industry, partnerships are essential. For food related ventures such as Thought For Food, Gustu, and Comida para Todos collaboration with diverse stakeholders—whether local communities, governments, or international organizations—has been key to their success. These partnerships not only help scale their operations but also amplify their social impact through innovative business models.

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Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid Completes Renovation

Lodging

ROCHESTER, New York—Essex Hotel Management, LLC, announced the completion of a $1.8 million renovation of the Hampton Inn & Suites Lake Placid. The hotel is owned by The Hotel at Mirror Lake, LLC, and opened in 2013. The 97 guestrooms, common areas, indoor pool area, and exercise facilities were all refreshed, including upgrades to the carpet, artwork, soft seating, and televisions.

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Africa and Americas Unite at Landmark Summit to Plan Shared Tourism Future

Hospitality Net

The “Punta Cana Declaration” was adopted at the conclusion of the very first joint meeting of UN Tourism’s Regional Commissions for Africa and the Americas and followed two days of shared dialogue around the key themes of education and investments into the sector. Recognizing the historic ties between the two regions, as well their unique and complementary cultures, the Summit served as a landmark platform for strengthened cooperation, capitalizing on innovation, education, investments and creat

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A Buyer’s Guide to Future-Proofing Your Restaurant Tech Stack

The race to 100% digital is on. With the restaurant industry still in the early innings of its digital transformation, brands need an airtight strategy when it comes to building out their tech stack. Download the buyer’s guide to learn where to prioritize your efforts and get the most out of every investment.