LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 62

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Building a Global Hospitality Career Through Leadership and Service

📚 Lindsey Goedeker highlights her career in hospitality, inspired by her mother and early hotel experiences. Notable moments include attending a 2024 Accor conference in Dubai, transitioning from student to industry participant. In 2025, women held 25% of C-suite roles, with significant appointments like Rosanna Maietta at AHLA. Goedeker calls for addressing the "broken rung" at the managerial level. Looking to 2026, she advocates for diversity, encouraging women to apply for roles and fostering a supportive environment.

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Canary Technologies Launches Hospitality AI Agent Studio for Customizable Hotel Operations Automation

💻 Canary Technologies, unveiled the Hospitality AI Agent Studio in San Francisco, enabling hoteliers to craft AI agents for operations. Utilized globally, the platform provides pre-built and customizable templates for tasks like reservations and marketing. Co-founder SJ Sawhney highlights AI's transformative role in the hotel industry. The studio supports on-property and above-property use cases, offering hoteliers enhanced control and configuration flexibility to align with brand standards and operational procedures.

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Residence Inn Albuquerque North Completes Renovation

🏨 Residence Inn Albuquerque North in New Mexico completed a seven-month renovation of its 90-suite facility, originally opened in 2002. Upgrades include redesigned suites averaging 636 sq ft, with full kitchens and dedicated workspaces. The color palette now features grey, blue, and brown. The fitness center was expanded to include four machines and free weights, and mobile key technology was implemented. This modernization aims to enhance the "home plus" experience for extended-stay business and government travelers.

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Cendyn Adds Meta Hotel Ads to Its Digital Marketing Platform

💸 Cendyn launched Meta Hotel Ads in its Digital Marketing Platform, enhancing AI-powered targeting across Meta platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Hotels can now drive direct bookings through centralized campaign management connected to 150+ providers. The platform simplifies ad management, linking hotel rates to AI-powered search, and integrating with other paid media campaigns. This new channel aims to reduce acquisition costs by 19%, offering hotels a competitive edge over OTAs.

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Bobby Hotel Rebrands as The Nash, Joining Opal Collection with 144 Rooms in Nashville's Printer's Alley.

🏨 In Nashville, Tennessee, the Bobby Hotel, located in Printer’s Alley, has rebranded as The Nash, reflecting its connection to the city. Since its 2018 opening, the hotel has maintained its art-centric design and social spaces, now under the Opal Collection. The Nash features 144 guestrooms and suites, dining venues, and a rooftop lounge. Milos Davidovic, regional GM for Opal Collection, states the rebranding signifies an evolution rather than a reinvention.

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New Report Details Impact of AI on Hotel Discovery, Distribution, and Operations

🏨 BCG and NYU SPS's analysis highlights AI's impact on hotels' discovery and operations. By 2025, 65% of North American hotels faced staffing shortages, with an 11.2% increase in labor costs. AI achieved 20% faster room cleaning and cut food waste by 50% in eight months. Hotels need machine-readable content and dynamic revenue management. Only 2.9% of hospitality workers have AI skills, compared to 21% in tech. AI can optimize operations and enhance guest experiences.

Apicii Announces Upcoming Debuts of Four Dining Concepts at Kimpton Era Midtown New York

🍴 Apicii and Extell Development will debut four dining concepts at Kimpton Era Midtown New York in March and April 2026. Bar Rocco, led by chef Rocco DiSpirito, and The Parlor will open in early March, offering Italian-American and European-inspired menus. Amasa, a Latin steakhouse, and Bar Amasa, will debut mid-March. Jade Rabbit, an Asian rooftop izakaya, launches in April. All venues feature unique designs and panoramic views of Rockefeller Plaza and New York City.

JLL Arranges Refinancing for Ambiente

🏨 February 2023, Sedona, Arizona - JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group secured a $37 million non-recourse refinancing for Ambiente, a 40-room luxury landscape hotel. Ambiente features 40 glass guest atriums and offers access to Sedona's natural attractions. The refinancing aims to support continued operations and growth. Jennifer May from Two Sister Bosses praised JLL's expertise. The JLL team included Adrienne Andrews and Jessica Mehra, who highlighted the asset's value in the luxury market.

Perspective and Purpose: A CEO’s Path in Hospitality

📈 Laura Sun, a CEO at Cetis, transitioned into the hospitality industry after raising her children. In 2025, the hospitality sector saw an increase in women in senior roles, yet top leadership representation still lags. Cetis operates in over 300 countries, focusing on integrated in-room solutions. Sun emphasizes diversity's value in business, predicting a shift from representation to influence in 2026, advocating for cultural identity as a strength, especially for women with immigrant backgrounds.

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AAHOA Shares Details of 2026 HYPE Conference

📅 In 2026, the AAHOA HYPE Conference took place in Miami, Florida, gathering young hospitality leaders for two days focused on leadership development. The event included discussions on extended-stay performance, investment strategies, and AI in hotel operations. Keynote speaker Raul Leal emphasized the significance of people in hospitality. AAHOA leaders highlighted the industry's role in employing over 25% of young U.S. workers, stressing education, networking, and professional growth for future leaders.

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