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A Legacy to be Most Proud Of

By Laura Lee Blake, ESQ., AAHOA President & CEO When Abraham Lincoln delivered his first inaugural address in March of 1861, the United States stood at a crossroads so severe that many doubted the nation would survive it. He did not minimize what lay ahead. He did not pretend the road would be easy. But […] The post A Legacy to be Most Proud Of appeared first on Today's Hotelier.
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From Goalkeeper to the World Cup

A lifelong dream comes full circle By Jodi Scott For many soccer fans, attending a FIFA World Cup match is a dream. For AAHOA Lifetime Member Raman (RP) Rama, serving as a volunteer at the FIFA World Cup in Miami represented something even more meaningful – the fulfillment of a lifelong passion that began decades […] The post From Goalkeeper to the World Cup appeared first on Today's Hotelier.
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Ten Years of Today’s Hotelier

A look back at this magazine’s first decade By Cathleen Draper A little over 10 years ago, AAHOA was at an inflection point. The association had grown from a community connected by its shared heritage into something much larger and more ambitious – an industry-leading organization comprised of entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders. AAHOA leadership […] The post Ten Years of Today’s Hotelier appeared first on Today's Hotelier.
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Flipping the Script

Social media, not search, is now the springboard to travel discovery By A.D. Thompson Hotel research used to be highly active, said Cassady Quintana, but in 2026, as cross-generational guests scroll their social media feeds, the process has evolved considerably. “They’re saving things – destinations, hotels, restaurants – months before they book a trip,” she […] The post Flipping the Script appeared first on Today's Hotelier.
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A Trip Down the Mother Road

Hospitality on Route 66, then and now By Cathleen Draper One hundred years ago, the U.S. Bureau of Public Roads created the first federal highway system in an effort to connect small, rural towns with the urban centers between them. The system included an east-west network of existing local, state, and national roads running almost […] The post A Trip Down the Mother Road appeared first on Today's Hotelier.
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Extended Stay’s Crowded Trade Problem

What separates a great deal from a mediocre one By Suraj Bhakta Every investor at every conference is reciting the same thesis: Resilient demand, favorable demographics, a category built for the moment. The fundamentals are real, but when an entire asset class reaches consensus, it stops being an edge. The nuances that separate a strong […] The post Extended Stay’s Crowded Trade Problem appeared first on Today's Hotelier.
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Mews Raises $300M to Integrate Systems with AI-Native Operating Platform in Hospitality Industry

💻 In 2026, hotel platforms are streamlining operations by integrating systems like PMS, RMS, and CRS. Mews raised $300M to merge revenue management and guest services through an AI-native platform, partnering with SiteMinder. Cloudbeds and Oracle Hospitality advance with AI, while specialists like IDeaS and Canary maintain their niche. The strategic focus shifts to irreplaceability and specialization in the tech ecosystem. i5invest connects startups with over 150,000 decision-makers in business development and M&A.
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Hotel Marketing Projects Highlight Need for Generalist "Department-Translators" to Bridge Specialist Knowledge Gaps

🏨 Who? Hotel marketers and digital project managers. When? Present day. Where? Hotel industry. What? Need for interdisciplinary skills in project management. How? Projects involve coordination across multiple areas, such as design, analytics, advertising, and technical integrations. Why? To address issues like #PeopleSilos, where stakeholders are highly specialized but lack a holistic understanding. Numbers: Project teams often involve a dozen stakeholders; critical accounts may be tied to emails of former employees, posing risks.
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Accor and Meliá Explore Student Housing with New Projects Inspired by The Social Hub Model

🏠 Accor and Meliá are exploring student housing as a business line inspired by The Social Hub's model. Accor plans to use its JO&JOE brand in at least five French projects for students during semesters. Meliá's CEO is in discussions about managing student residences. The Social Hub operates about 10,000 rooms across eight countries, supported by GIC and APG. Accor's François Leclerc sees students as a key occupancy base, with plans for a project near Disneyland Paris.
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