LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 6

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Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton, Completes Lobby Renovation

🖼 Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton, completed a lobby renovation in New York, February 2026. Robinson Park Design & Build led the project, incorporating historic elements like the original mosaic floor tile and the goddess Diana emblem. The design features green quartz accents and a plum banquette. Cream tones replaced darker finishes, enhancing light. The renovation aimed to balance historical respect with modern guest experiences.

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Engine Launches Engine Spaces Marketplace

📅 February 2026, Denver: Engine launches Engine Spaces, integrating workspace booking with travel services. The platform, featuring over 40,000 meeting spaces in the U.S., partners with Choice Hotels. Engine's December 2025 poll reveals 82% of hotel meeting spaces are underutilized, booked less than half the time. Engine Spaces aims to simplify booking, offering centralized listings and direct inquiries. Choice Hotels, with 7,500 locations, supports the initiative to enhance visibility and connectivity in business travel.

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Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Launches Second Phase of Renovation

🏖 In Stateline, Nevada, Caesars Entertainment announced Phase Two of the $200 million renovation for Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe, slated for completion in summer 2026. The project includes the introduction of Tessie’s Cocktails & Chords, a second venue after Caspian’s opening in 2024, a revamped High Dive Pool and Lounge, and 25,000 square feet of new meetings space. Enhancements also feature an expanded fitness center and five new bar experiences by summer 2026.

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William Tell, MOD Collection by Sonesta, Opens in Greater Chicago

🏨 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation opened the William Tell, MOD Collection by Sonesta, near Chicago in Newton, MA. The upscale hotel, located on Route 66 with 180 rooms, is near SeatGeek Stadium and Brookfield Zoo. This is the MOD Collection’s eighth U.S. property, launched in 2023 to offer flexible solutions for hotel owners. MOD emphasizes local influences and curated F&B, aiming to seamlessly integrate guests' daily routines into their travel experiences.

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Concord Hospitality Announces Retirement of Scott Ness

📈 Scott Ness, senior VP of accounting at Concord Hospitality, retires on February 13 after 23 years. He joined in July 2003, aiding in relocating the headquarters from Cleveland, Ohio, to Raleigh, North Carolina. Ness previously spent 20 years with Marriott International in senior financial roles. Concord CEO Mark Laport praised Ness’s integrity and leadership. Concord expresses gratitude for his service and contributions to the company's growth and evolution.

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Hapi Announces Appointment of Jeff Bzdawka as Chief Executive Officer

📈 Jeff Bzdawka appointed CEO of Hapi in Miami, Florida, succeeding founder Luis Segredo, to lead the next growth stage. Bzdawka, Hapi's president since October 2024, has 30+ years in hospitality. Segredo, founding Hapi in 2017, will now focus on strategy. Hapi supports over 15,000 hotels, enhancing tech integration. Bzdawka aims to scale responsibly and deliver real-time data solutions.

This Week’s Comings & Goings

📈 Peregrine Hospitality appointed Heather Stege as COO, while Duetto named Olly Lynch as CMO in July 2024. Accor appointed Leire Leoz as Chief Franchise Officer for its Premium, Midscale, and Economy division, effective February 2, 2024. CBRE added Anthony Sardo as Senior VP in the U.S. Healthcare Capital Markets. The Tryall Golf & Beach Club elected Ambassador Lloyd Carney as its first Jamaican and Black president in its 67-year history. Brush Creek Ranch promoted Chuck Collins to EVP and COO.

Shiji Announces Hyatt’s 400th Installation of Its Infrasys POS

💻 ATLANTA, Georgia—In October 2025, Shiji announced its 400th installation of the Infrasys POS at Hyatt Regency Greenville, South Carolina. Since 2019, this partnership with Hyatt ensures a streamlined digital ecosystem, enhancing guest experience through Infrasys POS, Stellaris Digital Dine, QSR/KDS, and Infrasys POS Move hardware. Michael Agostino of Hyatt Regency Greenville praised its operational efficiency, while Rohan Jani emphasized its role in improving guest satisfaction across Hyatt hotels.

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The Staffing Agency Shares Findings From Its Hotel Workforce Outlook

🏨 Staffing Agency's "The Hotel Workforce Reset: The Year Ahead 2026" report reveals 65% of U.S. hotels face staffing shortages despite rising wages. Key insights: extended-stay hotels show resilience, luxury hotels face skill shortages, and midscale hotels struggle with labor instability affecting brand standards. Immigration constraints, demographic shifts, and alternative labor models reshape the industry. The report emphasizes stable workforce models as a competitive advantage, highlighting the importance of retention and supervisor stability over aggressive hiring strategies.

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Green Project Technologies Announces Partnership With HowGood

🌱 Green Project Technologies and HowGood partnered in New York to enhance carbon footprinting and supplier engagement. HowGood will focus on food and beverage suppliers using Carbon Trust-certified methods, while Green Project will address packaging, logistics, and services. The collaboration aims to improve Scope 3 emissions data and support industries in reducing their carbon footprint. CEOs Sam Stark and Alexander Gillet emphasize the importance of precise data for effective emissions reduction strategies, especially in complex food ingredient measurements.

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