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Tony Loeb

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Tony Loeb, un expert reconnu de l'industrie hôtelière et du marketing digital, a gravi les échelons de sa carrière, passant de webmaster à Directeur Technique puis co-fondateur de WIHP où il participe à la création Meta I/O. Il a ensuite lancé "Experience", le premier CRM hôtelier mondial, révolutionnant l'expérience client et aidant plus de 4500 hôtels. Actuellement, il innove avec 10minhotel.com, une plateforme et une base de connaissance pour hôteliers, combinant ses passions pour l'hôtellerie et le marketing. Le site propose également un podcast informatif, "10 min pour un hôtelier", démontrant l'engagement continu de Tony pour l'innovation dans l'industrie hôtelière.

Avalara Unveils Intelligent Tax Content Solution for Lodging and Hospitality

📍 In the past three years, global Travel & Tourism businesses with climate targets have increased by 27%, reaching 53% out of 250 analyzed. Launched at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, the WTTC's Net Zero Roadmap's second edition shows a jump from 42% in 2021. One-third of these businesses commit to Science-Based Targets initiative goals, with SBTi target adoption more than doubling since 2021. The roadmap, developed with Accenture, UNEP, and Azerbaijan's State Tourism Agency, seeks net zero by 2050 and introduces decarbonization frameworks. Travel & Tourism's carbon emissions dropped to 6.5% of global emissions in 2023 from 7.8% in 2019, indicating a 10.2% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity. Aviation, cruise, and accommodation industries saw carbon intensity reductions of 6% and 11%, respectively. Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is highlighted as key for aviation's decarbonization, with calls for increased adoption and support.
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Chipotle Opens 1000th Drive-Thru

🌎 The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reported a 27% increase in travel businesses setting climate targets over three years, with over half committed to emissions reduction. Launched at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, 53% of 250 top businesses have set climate goals, up from 42% in 2021, and one-third are committed to Science-Based Targets. Travel & Tourism's carbon footprint dropped to 6.5% of global emissions in 2023, from 7.8% in 2019, with the aviation, cruise, and accommodation industries reducing carbon intensity by 6% and 11% respectively since 2019.
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Report: Most Top Travel & Tourism Businesses Have Set Climate Targets

🌎 The WTTC launched its Net Zero Roadmap's second edition at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, noting a 27% increase over three years in travel businesses setting climate targets—53% of 250 leading companies now have climate targets, up from 42% in 2021. One third are committed to Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goals, with SBTi-aligned companies more than doubling since 2021. Travel & Tourism accounted for 6.5% of global emissions in 2023, down from 7.8% in 2019, and the aviation, cruise, and accommodation industries have seen a reduction in carbon intensity by 6% and 11% respectively since 2019. The updated roadmap emphasizes sector alignment, transparent reporting, and sustainable travel, with 75% of global travelers wanting more sustainable options.
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Airbound Raises $1.7M to Expand Drone Delivery

🌍 The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) launched its second Net Zero Roadmap at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, noting a 27% increase over three years in Travel & Tourism businesses setting climate targets. Now, 53% of the analyzed 250 industry leaders have climate targets, up from 42% in 2021. One third of these companies are committed to Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goals, doubling since 2021. The sector aims for net zero by 2050, with a 10.2% reduction in greenhouse gas intensity since 2019, including a 6% reduction in aviation's carbon intensity and an 11% reduction in the cruise and accommodation industries' carbon intensity from their peak in 2019. Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is highlighted as a key to aviation's decarbonisation.
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ProSafe Played a Pivotal Role in AHLA/HTNG Staff Alert Technology Workgroup to Drive Advancements in Employee Safety Solutions

🏠 Renaissance Hotels, under Marriott Bonvoy, launches R FINDS on the 10th anniversary of Global Day of Discovery, showcasing 175+ local artisan products. The commission-free digital marketplace connects travelers with local communities and small businesses globally. The platform, curated by on-site Navigators, includes goods from Mexico, India, the Dominican Republic, Spain, and Thailand, as well as US retailers. New additions, like a custom honey kit representing Charleston, Chicago, and Hawaii, are set to arrive in early 2025. Global Day of Discovery events took place on November 19 across all Renaissance properties. Visit www.R-Finds.com for more.
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Legion Technologies Partners with Vail Resorts to Expand Workforce Management

🏨 Renaissance Hotels, part of Marriott Bonvoy, launches R FINDS, a global digital marketplace, on the 10th anniversary of Global Day of Discovery. With 175+ curated products representing over 170 properties globally, R FINDS benefits local artisans and businesses commission-free. Global Day of Discovery events held on November 19 across all properties, with the marketplace highlighting local creators from diverse locations such as Mexico, India, Spain, and the US. The initiative is supported by Renaissance Navigators and partnerships like Wallpaper magazine and contributions from chefs like Sophia Roe.
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ezCater Unwraps 2024’s Workplace Holiday Party Trends

📍 Renaissance Hotels, a Marriott Bonvoy brand with 170+ properties, launches R FINDS, a digital marketplace, on the 10th anniversary of its Global Day of Discovery. R FINDS features 175+ products from local artisans and small businesses, curated by the hotel's Navigators. The commission-free platform supports local economies and offers goods such as handcrafted items, artisanal foods, and home decor. Global Day of Discovery events occurred on November 19, promoting local communities and their businesses. Visit www.R-Finds.com for neighborhood finds from around the world.
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Renaissance Hotels Launches ‘R FINDS’ Digital Marketplace

🏠 Renaissance Hotels, within Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio, launched R FINDS, a global digital marketplace, on the 10th anniversary of Global Day of Discovery, November 19. The platform features 175+ products from local artisans and small businesses, representing over 175 Renaissance properties worldwide, and is curated with zero commission to support community businesses. Products include handcrafted goods, artisanal foods, decor, and apparel, with a honey kit featuring Edisto Gold Honey, Heaven's Honey, and Manoa Honey & Mead to be introduced in 2025. Global Day of Discovery events highlight the launch, with further exposure from Wallpaper magazine and guest editors like Sophia Roe. Visit www.R-Finds.com for neighborhood finds and www.renhotels.com for more about Renaissance Hotels.
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STUDY: 65% of Restaurants Adopted New Technology to Manage Labor

🌍 The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) saw a 27% increase in global Travel & Tourism businesses setting climate targets in the past three years. Over half (53%) of the 250 leading businesses analyzed have set climate targets, up from 42% in 2021. One third are committed to Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goals, and the number of companies adopting SBTi targets more than doubled since 2021. The updated Net Zero Roadmap, launched at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, aims to guide the sector towards net zero by 2050. Notable reductions in carbon emissions were reported: Travel & Tourism's carbon footprint dropped to 6.5% of global emissions in 2023 from 7.8% in 2019, aviation reduced carbon intensity by 6%, and the cruise and accommodation sectors decreased by 11%. The roadmap encourages use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and stresses the importance of green financing for SMEs.
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Shiji expands ReviewPro capabilities with AI-driven responses enhancing its Reputation Management suite

📱 In Barcelona, Spain, on November 19, 2024, Shiji introduced AI-driven review responses to ReviewPro, aimed at helping hoteliers manage feedback efficiently. This feature supports personalized replies in multiple languages, integrates with platforms like Booking.com and Google, and optimizes hotel staff productivity by streamlining the review management process. Shiji, founded in 1998, now has 5,000 employees across 80+ subsidiaries and serves over 91,000 hotels, 200,000 restaurants, and 600,000 retail outlets globally.
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