LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 61

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Marriott-Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership Celebrates Milestones in H1 2025

🏨 Omari Head became executive director of the Marriott-Sorenson Center for Hospitality Leadership (MSCHL) at Howard University in early 2025. MSCHL, founded in 2021, is supported by the J. Willard & Alice S. Marriott Foundation. In 2025, students won the She Has a Deal competition, marking the first time an HBCU achieved this. The Center also established the first HBCU chapter of Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals and launched a new internship program with Donohoe Hospitality.

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Crestline Hotels & Resorts Celebrates 25th Anniversary

📅 Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC, headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, celebrated its 25th anniversary. Founded in 2000, Crestline manages 120 hotels and conference centers across 25 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, with more properties planned. CEO James Carroll emphasized their dedication to superior operations and innovative strategies. Supported by Barceló Hotel Group, Crestline aims to enhance asset value and deliver exceptional guest experiences, positioning itself as a leader in hospitality management.

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Everhome Suites Announces Seven New Openings

🏨 Everhome Suites opened 7 new properties in 2025, with locations in Bozeman, Ontario, San Bernardino, Yuma, Newington, Rochester, and Somerset, bringing the total to 17 open, 16 under construction, and 45 planned. The Bozeman location opened in May, while others opened in July. Two sites in Rochester and Somerset are scheduled for August. The brand targets diverse markets, supported by Paladin Equity Capital, emphasizing Southern California's challenging development environment due to high land costs and complex planning.

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J.D. Power: Guest Satisfaction With Food and Beverage, Maintenance at Third-Party Managed Hotels Declines

📰 TROY, Michigan—In 2025, J.D. Power's North America Third-Party Hotel Management Guest Satisfaction Benchmark reveals declining guest satisfaction in food and beverage quality and facilities maintenance amid rising operating costs. 📉 77% of guests dined in branded hotels, up from 73% in 2024, yet satisfaction dropped in food quality and hotel facilities. The study assessed hotels with over 14,000 rooms, based on responses from 5,022 guests between May 2024 and May 2025.

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Palette Hotels Adds Delta Hotels by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley to Its Portfolio

📍 Palette Hotels has taken over management of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Allentown Lehigh Valley in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania. This marks Palette's 26th hotel nationwide and third in Pennsylvania. The hotel features 11,000 square feet of meeting space, making it the largest in the area. Palette aims to double its portfolio in the next three to five years. The hotel offers amenities like free Wi-Fi, a fitness center, and an outdoor pool.

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Choice Hotels Appoints Joshua Sloser as Chief Commercial Officer

📈 In September 2025, North Bethesda, Maryland, Choice Hotels International appointed Joshua Sloser as Chief Commercial Officer. Sloser, boasting over 20 years in leadership, formerly worked at McDonald's and Hilton, will manage digital channels, revenue, and customer service. CEO Pat Pacious highlighted the company's Q2 growth and global expansion. Sloser expressed excitement to join at a pivotal growth phase, praising the company’s innovation and value delivery to franchisees.

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AHLA Issues Statement on National Hotel Employee Day

🏨 On September 1, Washington, D.C. celebrated National Hotel Employee Day, honoring millions of U.S. hotel employees. Industry groups like AHLA, AAHOA, NABHOOD, and the Latino Hotel Association highlighted career advancement from entry-level roles to executive positions. Over 200 career pathways exist, supported by training and certification. More than half of U.S. hotel general managers began in entry-level jobs. Industry leaders praised employees' dedication and contribution to the hospitality sector's vibrancy and economic impact.

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My Place Hotels of America Opens Property in Augusta, Georgia

🏨 My Place Hotels of America opened the My Place Hotel-Augusta, GA, in Aberdeen, South Dakota. This marks the third property from their franchise agreement with Rimrock Companies, which plans 10 properties across Tennessee, South Carolina, and Georgia by 2029. Located 10 minutes from Augusta National Golf Club, it features amenities like a 24-hour laundry, kitchenette, and free Wi-Fi. TGC Group manages the pet-friendly hotel. CEO Ryan Rivett emphasizes the strategic location and partnership success.

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Home2 Suites Twin Falls Breaks Ground

🏨 Germantown, Tennessee—McNeill Hotel Company and Kothe Real Estate Partners announced a groundbreaking for a 124-key Home2 Suites in Twin Falls, Idaho. Located near the Perrine Bridge, the hotel will provide views of the Snake River Canyon and access to the Canyon Rim walking trail. The development includes partners like Great Lakes Management Group and Roost Development. Guests can enjoy an outdoor patio bar overlooking the canyon, enhancing the regional economy and complementing local amenities.

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FIU Launches Bill Hansen Catering & Events Laboratory

📁 August 16, the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU) opened the Bill Hansen Catering & Events Laboratory at the Roz and Cal Kovens Conference Center, Biscayne Bay Campus, Miami. This interactive lab offers FIU students hands-on training in catering and event management, fulfilling a vision shared by the late Professor Dan Cormany and Bill Hansen. This facility supports courses like Mega Event Management and Event Technology with industry immersion.

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