LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 63

This Week’s Comings & Goings

📌 Omni Hotels & Resorts promoted Laura Trussel McKoy to Chief Creative Officer. Aimbridge Hospitality appointed Chris O’Donnell as President of Select Service on September 15. Accor named Ranju Alex as CEO for South Asia. Lido House appointed Rory Emslie as General Manager. The Kimpton Brice appointed Adam White as General Manager. Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa appointed Jason Baer as Director of Sales and Marketing. Hotel Equities announced several executive appointments across operations, finance, and marketing teams.

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Recreation at Moxy NYC Downtown Completes Redesign

🏖 Moxy NYC Downtown in New York unveils a redesigned space in August 2025, blending vintage gaming and mid-century Americana. The updates feature leather seating, custom medicine ball ottomans, and rich fabrics in greens, teals, and reds. Jonathan Knudsen, CEO of Concrete Hospitality Group, notes the space's sophistication and versatility. New menu items include mini martini pairings and Gochujang cocktails. The venue remains a hub for social gatherings and curated events.

Braemar Hotels & Resorts Initiates Sale Process

💰 Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc., based in Dallas, Texas, announced the initiation of a sale process. A special committee of independent directors determined a sale would maximize shareholder value. Ashford Inc. agreed to a $480 million fee upon a change of control. An initial $17 million was paid, credited against the sale fee if completed by July 1, 2028. Buyers must assume existing management agreements or pay $25 million for cancellation. Baird is the financial advisor; no sale deadline is set.

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Hospitality America Hosts PEACH Con 2025

📈 In Greenville, South Carolina, Hospitality America's PEACH Con 2025 convened over 50 hotel leaders and experts. This three-day event emphasized strategies for boosting performance and adapting to hospitality trends. Keynote speakers included Hospitality America CEO Ben Campbell and Olympian Ryan Lavarnway, focusing on leadership and resilience. Topics such as labor efficiency, AI transformation, and economic outlook were discussed. Plans for an expanded PEACH Con 2026 are already in progress, promising new sponsor activations.

Ashford Hospitality Trust Announces Two Sales

💰 Ashford Hospitality Trust sold the Hilton Houston NASA Clear Lake in Houston, Texas, for $27 million and Residence Inn Evansville East in Evansville, Indiana, for $6 million. The sales, completed by July 31, 2025, resulted in a 1.3% capitalization rate or 45.3 times Hotel EBITDA, adjusting for capital expenditures. Without these adjustments, the rate is 2.0% or 28.1 times EBITDA. CEO Stephen Zsigray emphasized the focus on shareholder value and potential future sales.

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Staypineapple Introduces Pet Wellness Program

🐶 Staypineapple partners with Zoundz and VEG ER for Pets to enhance pet wellness at its hotels. Guests booking the Pineapple Pup Package receive a 14-day Zoundz app trial, designed to reduce pet anxiety. This aligns with Staypineapple's pet-friendly goals, addressing increased separation anxiety in 76% of dogs. VEG ER for Pets offers 24/7 emergency care, available at over 100 locations near Staypineapple hotels, ensuring expert veterinary support for traveling pets.

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Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key Opens

🏨 Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key opened in August 2025 in Arlington, Virginia, near the Francis Scott Key Bridge. This hotel, part of Hilton's refreshed brand identity, offers 331 guestrooms and 28,000 square feet of meeting space. The 36th floor provides panoramic views of Washington, D.C. and Arlington. Guests can enjoy a fitness center, retail outlets, and the restaurant Locket. Located close to Rosslyn Metro, Georgetown, and Reagan National Airport, it's a hub for community and business activities.

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Stayntouch Announces Partnership With Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges

💻 Bethesda, Maryland—August 2025: Stayntouch partners with Lion Roars Hotels & Lodges in South Africa. Stayntouch PMS now supports 11 properties, implemented within six weeks. Benefits include centralized management, flexible integrations, and user-friendly cloud technology. Vincent Bouwer, Lion Roars CRO, praises Stayntouch for enhancing operations and guest experiences. Jeff Down, Stayntouch EMEA head of sales, highlights the platform's ease of use and scalability, helping staff focus on delivering memorable guest experiences.

Arriba Capital Closes Construction Loan for Dual-Branded Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee

🏢 Arriba Capital secured a $67 million construction loan for a dual-branded Hilton Home2 Suites & Hampton Inn in Nashville's East Bank, near Oracle's planned $2 billion headquarters. The borrower, a Southeast-based hospitality firm, will open the upper-midscale hotel in early 2027. Located in Scottsdale, Arizona, Arriba Capital facilitated this project to enhance hospitality options in the area.

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Way Announces Integration With Hyatt

🏨 Hyatt and Way announce a global collaboration spanning hundreds of hotels and resorts, integrating Way’s platform and APIs into Hyatt’s digital ecosystem in August 2025. This partnership streamlines Hyatt's operations, enhancing personalization and guest experience. It features real-time translation, support for 100+ currencies, and over 25 payment methods. Notable experiences include events like the Harvest Winemaker Dinner at Hyatt Regency Sonoma and the Art of Gold Crafting at Park Hyatt Zurich.

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