LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 72

Accor Appoints Laurent Choain as Global Chief People and Culture Officer, Starting April 1, 2026

📚 Laurent Choain becomes Accor's new global chief people and culture officer starting April 1, 2026, in Paris. He will join the Premium, Midscale & Economy Executive Committee and focus on talent development and cultural evolution. Choain brings 30+ years of HR leadership experience from organizations like Forvis Mazars and Kempinski Hotels & Resorts. He holds a PhD in Management Sciences and Master's degrees from Université Paris Panthéon Assas, Paris Panthéon Sorbonne, and Neoma Business School.

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Moxy Atlanta Downtown Hotel Opens with 183 Rooms, Featuring East Coast Debut of Eggslut and Unique Attractions

🏨 Moxy Atlanta Downtown opened in Atlanta, Georgia, managed by LBA Hospitality. This 183-room hotel is near Centennial Olympic Park and major attractions. Features include Bar Moxy with a welcome drink at check-in, the Jagger Suite rooftop bar, a speakeasy called The Powder Room, and Eggslut's East Coast debut. Rooms offer luxe bedding, USB ports, and streaming tech. Executives from Emerge Hospitality Group and Nexera Capital highlight the hotel's vibrant, experiential design and central downtown location.

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Jolie Fleming Joins IHG Hotels & Resorts to Drive Digital Innovation Amid COVID-19 Disruption in Hospitality Industry

🏨 In 2025, within IHG Hotels & Resorts, diversity and inclusion remained a priority, as highlighted by Jolie Fleming. IHG, a global player with nearly 6,800 hotels in over 100 countries, focuses on fostering an environment where diverse perspectives can thrive and contribute to business success. Jolie emphasized her career in leveraging technology to drive results and her passion for travel and hospitality. Her leadership team reflects a mix of skills and global backgrounds, promoting continuous learning and transformation.

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Essex Hotel Management Expands Portfolio by Adding Six Larkin Hospitality Properties, Entering New England Market with 581 Keys

🏨 Essex Hotel Management, headquartered in Rochester, New York, expanded its management portfolio from 11 to 17 properties through an agreement with Larkin Hospitality. This includes 581 keys, featuring Marriott, Choice, Hilton, and IHG properties, and marks Essex's entry into the New England market. Two hotels are set for rebranding with renovations starting this fall. Essex also managed the soft opening of an AC Hotel in Saratoga Springs in December, enhancing their operations and support for Larkin.

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas to Open Lusso Lounge in Q4 2026, Part of $188 Million Convention Center Revamp

📄 In Q4 2026, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will unveil the Lusso Lounge, a 10,000 sq ft executive space on the third floor of its Convention Center, part of a $188 million upgrade announced in 2024. Designed by Woogmaster Studio, it features 1930s Venetian-inspired Italian marble. Amenities include a billiards room, chef’s kitchen, flexible seating, private areas, high-speed connectivity, and Italian-inspired food and drink offerings.

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RMS Integrates with RoomPriceGenie to Enhance Real-Time Revenue Intelligence and Pricing Insights in PMS Dashboard

💸 RMS integrates with RoomPriceGenie to introduce Revenue Intelligence, a tool for real-time pricing insights within RMS’ PMS dashboard. This enables hoteliers to access live market signals and pricing intelligence directly in their system. Cameron Gough, RMS’ CPO, highlights the simplicity of the integrated tool, while Chas Scarantino, CEO of RoomPriceGenie, emphasizes the enhanced alignment of commercial insight and operational execution. Revenue Intelligence aids in quicker, informed decision-making for hoteliers.

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Design Workshop Completes Multi-Year Landscape Transformation of Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, Enhancing Guest Experience

🏞 Design Workshop completed a multi-year landscape transformation at Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego, finishing enhancements in November 2021. Led by Jeff Zimmermann and Tyson Murray, the initiative focused on aligning landscape strategy with the resort's brand. Key updates include the Grand Social space, Canyon Terrace venue, and expanded patios for 75 rooms. Sustainability was prioritized through water-efficient systems and stormwater management, enhancing guest experiences and reinforcing the resort's premier positioning.

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Sonnenblick-Eichner Secures $75 Million Loan to Refinance Monterey Marriott Hotel in California

🏨 Sonnenblick-Eichner Company secured a $75 million loan to refinance the 341-room Monterey Marriott in downtown Monterey, California. The non-recourse, interest-only, five-year loan was funded by a Wall Street investment bank. The hotel features 16,500 sq ft of meeting space and is close to the Monterey Conference Center. With 19 competitive loan quotes, the deal closed with an all-in rate under 6%. This is the third loan for this property by Sonnenblick-Eichner.

Hotel Distil in Louisville Unveils Peerless Distilling Suite in Collaboration with Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co.

🍹 Hotel Distil in Louisville, Kentucky, unveiled the Peerless Distilling Suite, a bourbon-themed experience in collaboration with Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. The suite features Peerless branding and artifacts and offers custom in-room coffee by Peerless Master Taster, John Waddell. The package includes two signature cocktails at Repeal Oak-Fired Steakhouse and a tour and tasting at Kentucky Peerless Distilling Co. Located in downtown Louisville, the suite is available for booking.

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Hospitality Industry Needs Intentional Leadership Development to Elevate Women to Executive Roles

📈 Amanda Wickham's journey from military to hospitality began with a transitional job in graduate school, leading to a long-term career. Mentors like Bo Schmitz, Mark Xenophon, Chris Knapton, and Tommy Holmes played pivotal roles. Women in hospitality showed progress in leadership by 2025, especially at the general manager level. However, director and executive roles still lag. In 2026 and beyond, diversity, inclusion, and leadership accountability in hospitality are vital for sustainable change.

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