Anthony Cole Training
APRIL 5, 2024
You don’t want to look, act, or sound like every other salesperson when asking your prospect questions. There is an art and a science to being masterful at asking your prospect better questions and building a strong, credible relationship with them. Read on to learn 5 tips for asking meaningful, exploratory, and courageous questions.
Skift Blog
APRIL 4, 2024
Skift Take: The solar eclipse will have a minimal impact on air travel, but airlines are operating a slew of flights that will give flyers a special view of the once-in-a-lifetime event.
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Lodging
MARCH 31, 2024
A strategically designed menu has an enormous impact on customer choice and your bottom line. Menus created with top food choices in mind will encourage the customer to explore their options and pick something they might not normally choose. If implemented correctly, this will have a positive effect on your profits. Explore the art and science of menu engineering.
Hospitality Net
APRIL 1, 2024
The signing ceremony was graced by His Royal Highness, Tuanku Raja Muda of Perlis and Chairman of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd (centre) joined by Dato’ Yeoh Yih Sean, Director of Westfield Global Sdn Bhd (on his left), Mr. Kevin Chen, Senior Vice President Hotel Development, Asia Pacific Marriott International (on his right) and witnessed by esteemed Directors from Westfield Global Sdn Bhd and representatives from Marriott International.
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!
Hotel Management
APRIL 4, 2024
Adina Apartment Hotel Sydney Town Hall is set to be transformed under a new multi-million-dollar refurbishment confirmed to start mid-April. From April 16, the Toga-owned hotel be fully shut down for renovations with a target completion date ahead of Christmas and New Year, in December 2024. TFE Hotels’ Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick, described it as a “major scale project” and “a huge repositioning of the asset”, which is in line with TFE Hotel’s contemporary vision for the brand
Skift Blog
APRIL 5, 2024
Skift Take: Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun was awarded some of his highest compensation during his short tenure at the helm of the beleaguered U.S. plane maker, but he did not receive a bonus for 2023.
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Hospitality Net
APRIL 4, 2024
Ireckonu, an innovative Hospitality Middleware and Customer Data Platform for hotel chains, today announced the achievement of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, a globally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). This certification demonstrates Ireckonu’s comprehensive commitment to the highest level of security for sensitive information and data.
Hotel Management
APRIL 2, 2024
Crystalbrook Collection is expanding its presence to the Australian Capital Territory, in line with founder Ghassan Aboud’s vision to become “a truly national hotel group”. A partnership with prominent Canberra developer Tony Pan of TP Dynamics, will see the construction of a new-build hotel in the nation’s capital, slated to open in the first quarter of 2027.
Skift Blog
APRIL 1, 2024
Skift Take: Young Americans are shunning online travel giants like Expedia and Booking.com in favor of credit card travel portals, such as Chase Travel and Capital One Travel, a Skift Research survey found.
Lodging
APRIL 5, 2024
As a handful of major brand CEOs assembled during AAHOACON ’24 to weigh in on key industry issues, a major focal point was increased operating costs and their impact on margins. Speaking during the opening general session, the executives identified a number of ongoing challenges and potential industry disruptors, including increased government regulation, as well as the continued emergence of artificial intelligence.
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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
Hospitality Net
APRIL 1, 2024
Wonderful Hospitality Awaits at Perhentian Marriott Resort & Spa, Marking Marriott International’s Debut in East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia Perhentian Marriott Resort & Spa Perhentian Marriott Resort & Spa Deluxe King with Sea View.
Hotel Management
APRIL 2, 2024
W Sydney has unveiled its luxury penthouse and five top-level suites, taking its accommodation offering to new heights following its opening late last year. The Level 27 Extreme Wow Suite spans 202sqm and features panoramic waterfront views and a bold design that incorporates the ‘marine chic’ narrative seen throughout the hotel rooms. W Sydney’s Extreme Wow Suite Designed by Bowler James Brindley, the penthouse suite takes inspiration from the HMAS Onslow, one of six Oberon-class submarin
Skift Blog
APRIL 1, 2024
Skift Take: Advertising in travel metasearch used to be near the top of the list for online travel agencies and hotels. But then along came Google Hotels, YouTube, and TikTok, as well as hotel and online travel agency loyalty programs to deflate the value proposition.
Lodging
APRIL 3, 2024
AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel kicked off AAHOACON ’24 by highlighting a number of examples of the progress and increased clout of the association as it celebrates its 35th anniversary milestone. Patel—who referenced “compound success” as a prevalent theme of the event, which drew more than 6,500 attendees—further stressed that this is just the beginning for the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA).
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
Hospitality Net
APRIL 2, 2024
Radisson RED Vientiane is anticipated to open its doors in Q4 2024, introducing this pioneering (upper)upscale brand’s bold spirit and world-class business and leisure facilities to Laos.
Hotel Management
APRIL 3, 2024
Chris Kemlo joins The Calile as GM TFE Hotels has appointed experienced hotelier, Chris Kemlo, as General Manager of The Calile Hotel in Brisbane. Kemlo joins the hotel, which is now in its fifth year, with more than 18 years’ industry experience under his belt, half of which has been spent at Crown Resorts, including in leadership positions at Crown Resorts in Melbourne and, more recently, Crown Towers Sydney.
Skift Blog
APRIL 2, 2024
Skift Take: Steve Singh believes corporate travel is ready for new technology, and he believes the right company can displace the old ones.
Lodging
APRIL 3, 2024
MCLEAN, Virginia, and MIAMI, Florida—Hilton announced it has acquired a majority controlling interest in Sydell Group to expand the NoMad Hotels brand from its existing London flagship location to markets around the world. The addition of NoMad to Hilton’s brand portfolio marks the company’s entry into the fast-growing luxury lifestyle hotel market with a brand defined by food and beverage, interior design, and service.
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Hospitality Net
APRIL 2, 2024
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the launch of the adults-only Hyatt Vivid brand with the opening of Hyatt Vivid Grand Island in Cancun, Mexico. The modern all-suite resort offers a relaxed atmosphere with a host of enriching experiences to complement the resort’s lush surroundings. The newest resort in Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection marks the continued growth of Hyatt’s brand footprint in Mexico with additional openings to follow later this year.
Hotel Management
APRIL 4, 2024
Cathay Pacific is once again upping the ante for memorable inflight dining experiences by joining hands with JIA Group’s Michelin-starred French restaurant Louise to bring its fresh take on traditional French cuisine to the skies. Building on the success of the airline’s all-new selection of ‘Hong Kong Flavours’ created in collaboration with JIA Group’s Cantonese fine-dining institution Duddell’s, Cathay Pacific is teaming-up with Louise, another acclaimed restaurant in the hospitality group’s p
Skift Blog
APRIL 1, 2024
Skift Take: Saudi Arabia witnessed a 50% increase in Indian visitors in 2023. Now, it is ramping up its efforts to meet its ambitious target of 7.5 million Indian visitors over the next seven years.
Lodging
APRIL 1, 2024
As AAHOACON ’24 is poised to kick off, the association is celebrating 35 years since its formation and what marked the dawning of a new day for Asian American hoteliers. Similarly, it’s the ‘dawning’ of a new day for one of its earliest supporters, the Days Inn by Wyndham brand, which recently ramped up the rollout of its Dawn rooms package. Wyndham and the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) have been intertwined since the […] The post The Dawning of a New Days Inn appeared fi
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.
Hospitality Net
APRIL 2, 2024
Percor Capital, owners of Hotel Indigo and Staybridge Suites Dundee, have revealed the first look at their newly opened, state-of-the-art bar, Eighteen Twenty-Two which welcomed guests and visitors this weekend following a one-million-pound refurbishment. The refurbishment also showcases a stylish new look hotel lobby and additional guest parking.
Hotel Management
APRIL 2, 2024
Discover the epitome of luxury and sustainability with Interior Images’ Biodegradable Slippers Collection. Crafted from 100% natural materials and featuring various styles, these eco-friendly slippers redefine indulgence while caring for the planet. In a world where luxury meets environmental consciousness, Interior Images continues to impress.
Skift Blog
APRIL 1, 2024
Skift Take: Shohei Ohtani joining the Los Angeles Dodgers has made him an even bigger star in the eyes of Japanese baseball fans eager to see him play in person, provided a gambling scandal doesn't sideline the two-time MVP.
Lodging
APRIL 4, 2024
Guestrooms and Corridors at the Condado Palm Inn Last fall, South Florida interior design firm V Starr conducted a refresh of the Condado Palm Inn’s 88 guestrooms and corridors that evokes the hotel’s Puerto Rico locale. Capturing the community of Condado’s vibrant energy, the redesign was part of an $8 million, property-wide transformation that led to the Condado Palm Inn earning Hilton’s Tapestry Collection banner.
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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.
Hospitality Net
APRIL 4, 2024
Soul Community Planet (SCP) Hotels, a holistic hospitality company serving those who value wellness, social good and the environment, today announced the grand opening of SCP Corcovado Wilderness Lodge (CWL). CWL uniquely sits at the intersection of two thriving ecosystems: Corcovado National Park, which is known as the world’s most biologically intense terrestrial ecosystem, and the Isla del Caño Biologic Reserve, a vibrant marine ecosystem.
Hotel Management
APRIL 4, 2024
High-performing hotel leaders from across the globe will descend on Adelaide next month for the 15th edition of the Asia Pacific Hotel Industry Conference and Exhibition (AHICE APAC). Accor Premium, Midscale and Economy Brands Global Chief Development Officer, Camil Yazbeck Returning to the Adelaide Oval on Wednesday 1 and Thursday 2 May 2024, following continued success in 2023 which saw over 1400 in attendance, AHICE is now deemed the largest and most influential hotel conference across the As
Skift Blog
APRIL 3, 2024
Skift Take: Due to the end of CARES Act restrictions on executive pay, United CEO Scott Kirby’s total compensation nearly doubled in 2023.
Lodging
APRIL 1, 2024
Hoteliers in 2024 are facing the prospect of three new federal rules that could dramatically impact our industry. The American Hotel & Lodging Association is working to mitigate or overturn these rules. But hoteliers should be taking steps now to prepare for possible changes, which could raise labor costs, make it harder to hire independent contractors, and make franchisors liable for labor issues at franchisee locations.
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