LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 92

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AHLA Applauds Passage of Budget Resolution

💸 WASHINGTON, D.C. – American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President & CEO Rosanna Maietta applauded Congress for passing a budget resolution. The resolution prevents a tax increase on American workers and supports small businesses in the hotel and lodging industry, vital as they recover from COVID-19 impacts. AHLA looks forward to further collaboration with lawmakers to benefit hotel operators and employees.

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AAHOA and Kalibri Labs Announce Partnership to Analyze Impact of Federal Policy Changes on U.S Hospitality Industry

📌 In a strategic partnership, the AAHOA and Kalibri Labs launched a national investigation into the impact of federal policy changes on the U.S. hotel industry. Early 2025 findings indicate one-third of U.S. hotel submarkets are outperforming 2024, but a larger share, especially in government and corporate segments, face declines. Over 20,000 AAHOA members and data from 36,000 U.S. hotels are involved. Surveys show 69% of hotel owners report business declines, 50% see reduced government bookings, and 61% are behind 2024's summer booking pace. Government per diem business is down 9% YOY, corporate business down 4%, and future bookings for the next 30 days are pacing 3% behind 2024. Extended Stay brands, however, are outperforming 2024 by 1-2%. California and Florida have submarkets ahead of 2024, indicating a mixed recovery.

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Stonebridge Promotes Team Members to Support Owner-Focused Services

€ handshake;️ Denver, Colorado-based hotel management company Stonebridge announced the promotion of 18 team members across various departments including operations, accounting, technology, legal, risk management, revenue strategy, and commercial services. Key promotions include Chris Cheney to Executive Vice President of Commercial Services and Nasim Mansurov to Senior Vice President of Information Technologies. The move aims to enhance company performance and growth, as stated by President and CEO Rob Smith. Stonebridge is focused on innovation and maximizing returns for owners and investors.

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Palette Hotels Rolls Out Quore Across Its Properties

🏨 Palette Hotels, based in Franklin, Tennessee, is currently deploying the Quore workflow management solution across all 25 properties, enhancing operations for engineering, housekeeping, front desk, and management. Richard Lou, CEO, emphasizes the necessity of technology for efficiency and meeting modern travelers' expectations. Greg Presnol, VP of Operations, highlights Quore's ease of use and anticipates a quick return on investment. Palette Hotels are associated with major brands like Marriott, IHG, Hilton, Hyatt, Choice Hotels, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and Best Western. Quore's system promises improved communication, streamlined operations, and actionable data analysis. David Fox, Quore VP, remarks on the positive feedback and the anticipated benefits for Palette Hotels' business decisions.

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Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach Announces Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Beginning In June 2025

🏖️ Ka Laʻi Waikiki Beach, under LXR Hotels & Resorts, will start a multi-million-dollar renovation on June 2, 2025, in Waikiki, Hawaii. The 15th-anniversary project by Bryan O’Sullivan Studio includes upgrading rooms, suites, public areas, and the 38-story hotel's pool, spa, fitness center, and landscaping, with completion expected in Q2 2026. The property will operate throughout the renovation, enhancing luxury hospitality with a blend of heritage and modernity, featuring custom-designed furniture and Hawaiian-inspired design elements.

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Reeco’s AI-Driven AP Automation Deployed Across Vision Hospitality’s Properties

🏨 Miami, Florida—Reeco, an AI-driven procure-to-pay platform, partners with Vision Hospitality Group, operating 42 properties across eight states, to automate accounts payable processes and eliminate manual tasks. The technology enables quick completion of routine tasks that once took hours. Vision Hospitality Group's adoption of Reeco's AI-powered AP automation allows hotel teams to focus more on guest engagement and service quality. This collaboration marks a commitment to future-proof operations through technology.

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Choice Hotels Kicks Off MasteryX Tech Innovation Summit

🏨 Choice Hotels International, Inc. began its 10th annual MasteryX tech summit in Scottsdale, Arizona, on April 9, with over 650 associates participating in workshops and sessions on AI, quantum computing, and other technologies, aiming to boost revenue and efficiency for hotel owners. Last year’s MasteryX innovation automated special rates and promotions, leading to nearly 450,000 room nights and $31 million in sales. The company has introduced several industry-first technologies, like the first hotel website with real-time info in 1995, the first cloud-based PMS in 2003, and fully migrated to AWS Cloud in 2024.

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Duetto Announces Acquisition Of HotStats

💰 Duetto, a San Francisco-based revenue management software provider for the hospitality industry, acquires HotStats to create the definitive revenue and profit operating system for hotels. The partnership aims to unify revenue streams and offer comprehensive profit optimization by combining Duetto's existing solutions with HotStats’ financial benchmarking data. This move follows Duetto's acquisition by GrowthCurve Capital last year. HotStats team will join Duetto, with Houlihan Lokey and Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe advising Duetto, while Gately Plc advised HotStats. Financial terms remain undisclosed.

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OTH Hotels Resorts Adds Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport To Management Portfolio

🏨 OTH Hotels Resorts, a Virginia-based company, has taken over third-party management of the 220-room Holiday Inn Birmingham Airport near Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in Alabama. The property offers a variety of amenities including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, 2,808 square feet of meeting space, and a complimentary airport shuttle. In collaboration with SIGAlabama LLC, OTH is planning strategic enhancements and a full-scale renovation to improve operations, guest experience, and the hotel’s market position.

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Rentyl Resorts and NDM Hospitality Announce Collaboration With Avendra International

🏡 Rentyl Resorts, part of NDM Hospitality, partnered with Avendra International to boost operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve guest experiences. CEO Nicholas Falcone highlighted the value Avendra's expertise will add to their resorts. Avendra will implement its procurement technology across all Rentyl Resorts properties, aiming for consistent quality and superior guest satisfaction. This partnership will focus on sustainable solutions and enhance service quality through optimized procurement workflows.

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