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ProposalPath Launches AI Assistant to Generate Hotel Sales Proposals in Seconds

🎵 Hotel Communication Network (HCN) and Stingray have partnered to offer hotels 20 genre-diverse music channels on in-room tablets. 🎵 This service, free to hotels, is ad-supported with audio ads every three songs. HCN covers all licenses and royalties—no hotel costs. Guests can enjoy multitasking while listening. CEO Kevin Bidner calls this a "major evolution in guest experience," while David Purdy, CRO of Stingray, sees it as enhancing relaxation and guest satisfaction.📱
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Maria Rivera Joins Starbird as Chief Executive Officer

🍴 Friendly's franchisee Amol Kohli acquired BRIX Holdings LLC, including Friendly's®, Clean Juice®, and more, in 2025. BRIX remains headquartered in Dallas. Kohli, since 2009, owns 30+ Friendly's on the East Coast and plans expansion into Georgia, the Carolinas, and Texas. In 2024, BRIX saw positive same-store sales, and in 2025, opened several locations. Eight new franchises are underway. Sherif Mityas continues as CEO. Legal representation: Dilworth Paxson LLP for buyers, Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP for sellers.
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Amex GBT Boosts Hotel Emissions Tracking with Expanded Chooose Partnership

🎵 Hotel Communication Network (HCN) partners with Stingray, offering 20 genre-diverse music channels on HCN’s in-room tablets. Guests enjoy curated playlists with ads after every three songs, at no cost to hotels. All licenses and royalty fees are covered by HCN's ad-supported platform. Kevin Bidner, CEO of HCN, highlights this as a first in legally streaming music in hotel rooms. This Canadian partnership enhances guest experience, combining tech and entertainment.
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How Domino’s Pizza Drove Carryout Comps in Q2

🍕 Domino’s Pizza saw a 5.8% increase in carryout comps for Q2 2025. The introduction of the Parmesan-Stuffed Crust Pizza late in Q1 attracted new customers. CEO Russell Weiner reported successful execution and positive customer feedback during an earnings call. A “best deal ever promotion” offers any pizza with any toppings for $9.99 via mobile app or dominos.com until August 3, providing value for cash-strapped consumers.
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From TVs to Tech Hubs: Rethinking the Hotel Room Experience

📺 Kara Heermans, SVP at SONIFI, highlighted in-room TVs as revenue drivers at HITEC, moving from static fixtures to dynamic tools with QR code bookings and FAST channels, offering new revenue streams. Integrations enhance trust and reduce scams. SONIFI's AMP platform aids proactive issue resolution, minimizing downtime and support calls. TV-enabled services like late checkout improve RevPAR without app downloads. AI aids efficiency, enhancing guest interactions while preserving human hospitality.
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Rethinking Hotel Tech from the Ground Up

📶 Todd Johnstone, CEO of Allbridge, emphasizes the need for modernizing hotel tech infrastructure, since entering the sector in 2021. Outdated systems lead to poor guest experiences. Allbridge advocates integrating tech in the design stage, similar to plumbing or HVAC. Their Skyway platform, developed over eight years, operates in over 7,000 properties, offering seamless connectivity and predictive support. Long-term investment in tech infrastructure is essential, especially as hotels face staffing challenges.
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Peak Season, Pricey Mistakes: Why Hospitality Businesses Can’t Afford to Ignore Payment Compliance

💳 Surcharges on credit card transactions are a common compliance issue in the hospitality industry due to rising processing fees. Varying state laws and card brand rules complicate this, making legal review and technology essential. Cash discounts offer an alternative but may affect brand perception. POS systems should provide fee transparency and flexibility. Regular payment audits and benchmarking against industry norms can prevent profit loss. Hospitality professionals must view payment processing as a controllable expense to avoid missing revenue opportunities.
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Future-Proofing Hospitality: Smart Tech for Resilient, Sustainable Operations

📰 Global hotel market expected to reach $5.82 trillion by 2027. By 2050, hotels must reduce carbon emissions by 90% to meet climate goals. Gen Z travelers prioritize personalized experiences 2.5 times more than Baby Boomers. 73% of guests prefer sustainable hotels; 60% are willing to pay more for personalization. Smart technology examples include Austria’s DAS EDELWEISS and Finland’s Panorama Landscape Hotel. By 2025, standardized sustainability metrics will be required in over 30 countries, including the UK, US, and Australia.
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