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Colin Tessier

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Extended Stay America's Premier Suites Marks Fifth Anniversary with Nearly 60 Hotels, Fastest Growth in Midscale Segment

🏨 In 2025, Extended Stay America celebrated the fifth anniversary of its Premier Suites brand, which launched in 2021. The brand opened nearly 60 new hotels, expanding in Arizona, Tennessee, Florida, Colorado, and Texas. Despite facing high construction costs, the company achieved growth as the leading midscale extended-stay brand. With 70% of hotels owned and operated by the company, Extended Stay America plans to continue expanding, opening 10-12 Premier Suites annually, and addressing unmet demand in the U.S. extended-stay market.
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37th Annual Hunter Conference Begins in Atlanta, Offering Expanded Networking and Educational Opportunities for 2,300 Attendees

📅 March 16-18, 2026, Atlanta: The 37th annual Hunter Conference takes place at Signia by Hilton Atlanta, attracting over 2,300 hospitality professionals. Founded by Bob Hunter in partnership with Georgia State University's Cecil B. Day School, the conference promotes networking and education, featuring 12 Focus Sessions, special guests like Tony Ressler, and an award for Glade Knight. New features include The Hub and late-night events. Hilton CEO Chris Nassetta and AHLA President Rosanna Maietta are among the speakers.
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Ambiente Trade Show Spurs Global Growth for Companies Like THE CUSTOM CHEF and Kitchen Concepts Unlimited

📅 Since its 1990 debut, Ambiente in Frankfurt has become a key international trade show for consumer goods, featuring Dining, Living, and Giving sectors. In 2026, industry giants like Marriott and Caddie Hotel attended, alongside Lodge Manufacturing, exhibiting for over 30 years. Shane Miller from THE CUSTOM CHEF highlighted its role in international growth, sparking partnerships with IMERCO and Macy’s. Joelle Mertzel's Kitchen Concepts debuted internationally, securing orders across Europe and interest from Japan, Australia, and more.
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The Cleanliness Factor: How Hotel Restroom Maintenance Shapes Guest Loyalty

🚿 Dotti Haynes, from Essity, highlights the importance of maintaining hotel restrooms. A 2025 Tork survey found housekeepers spend 70% of their time cleaning. 21% of guests aged 18-34 avoid venues with poor restrooms, compared to 14% overall. 52% of dissatisfied guests may complain or leave negative reviews, while 28% spend less time at venues with unsatisfactory restrooms. Effective maintenance strategies using high-capacity dispensers and digital systems enhance guest satisfaction and operational efficiency.
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Highgate and Kessler Join Forces to Power Up Performance

📈 Highgate and The Kessler Collection formed a strategic alliance in November 2024, creating Kessler Hospitality within Highgate. This collaboration aims to grow The Kessler Collection's brand and profitability using Highgate's experience. Highgate plans to expand into new markets with Kessler's assets. The alliance seeks to add two properties per year, focusing on profitability and brand growth. The partnership leverages Highgate's technology, resources, and buying power for enhanced performance and operational efficiency.
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Modernizing a 50-Year Legacy: How Social Media Strategy Drove the Scottsdale Resort & Spa’s Relaunch  

🏨 In 2024, The Scottsdale Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona, completed a $40 million renovation, the largest in its 50-year history, updating all guestrooms and public spaces and introducing four new dining destinations. 🎉 The resort rebranded to target a Millennial audience using a social media strategy led by General Manager Nick Solomon, focusing on influencer collaborations and engaging content. Originally opened in 1976 as the first conference resort in the U.S., the property now emphasizes leisure travel and community-driven experiences.
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