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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.

Crestline Hotels & Resorts Assumes Management of the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsdale at Talking Stick, Arizona

🏨 December 31, 2025, in Fairfax, Virginia: Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC takes over management of the Hampton Inn & Suites Scottsdale at Talking Stick, Arizona. The hotel features 101 guest rooms, 676 sq. ft. meeting space, and can host up to 60 guests. Located off Loop 101, it offers easy access to attractions like Salt River Fields and Butterfly Wonderland. Amenities include Hampton Beds®, complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The hotel is pet-friendly with onsite parking available for a fee.
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Dkn Hotels Awarded Management Contract of New Towneplace Suites by Marriott Hotel in Wildomar, California

🏨 DKN Hotels, headquartered in Irvine, California, announced on December 30, 2025, that it will manage a new 102-suite TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Wildomar, California, set to open in 2027. Developed by American Redevelopment Solutions, LLC, the hotel is part of the Baxter Village Project, which includes a Kaiser Permanente office, 204 apartments, and 67 homes. This will be Wildomar's first hotel, located in Temecula Valley Wine Country.
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Dora Hospitality Breaks Ground on AC Hotel by Marriott Within the Union at Fishers District

🏨 Dora Hospitality LLC began construction on Indiana's first AC by Marriott hotel on December 30, 2025, in Fishers, Indianapolis. Expected to open late 2026, the 135-room hotel, part of The Union at Fishers District, includes 15,500 sq ft of retail space. Key figures at the groundbreaking included Vincent Dora, Mayor Scott Fadness, and David Becker of First Internet Bank, which financed the project. The hotel aims to meet Fishers' growing travel demands with modern amenities.
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Rocco Forte Hotels Introduces New General Managers

📅 London, December 30, 2025: Rocco Forte Hotels appoints four General Managers, enhancing its leadership team. Anna Gricini leads Hotel de la Ville, Rome, from November 1, 2025, after 16 years with the brand. Maximilian Von Reden takes charge of Hotel Amigo, Brussels, on November 3, with 20+ years in luxury hospitality. Matteo Gentile joins Hotel Savoy, Florence, on November 3, bringing decades of experience. Ulrich Schwer becomes General Manager at The Charles Hotel, Munich. Francesco Roccato oversees the new Carlton Milan, launching November 6.
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Peachtree Group Adds Six New Properties to Hotel Management Portfolio

🏨 Peachtree Group, on December 29, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia, expanded its hospitality management division by adding six new hotels to its third-party management platform. Five hotels are owned by La Posada Group LLC, located in Indiana, New Mexico, Kansas, and Texas, while one is owned by Decatur Properties Holdings. Peachtree now manages 115 hotels across 29 brands, with 14,212 rooms in 27 states, including Washington, D.C., increasing their third-party operations to 42 hotels.
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Tpg Hotels & Resorts Appoints Patrick Short as President & Chief Operating Officer

🏨 December 29, 2025, Providence, Rhode Island: Patrick Short returns to TPG Hotels & Resorts as President & COO, overseeing its nationwide property portfolio. With over 30 years in hospitality, Short has led firms like Peachtree Hospitality, growing it from 27 to 100 hotels. His background includes roles at CSM Corporation and Kinseth. Educated in Hospitality Management and Finance, he will relocate from Minnesota to McKinney, TX. He's a Certified Hotel Administrator.
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Hospitality.today™Top 50 of 2025

📅 2025 was significant for the hospitality industry with AI becoming integral in search, pricing, and customer service. Distribution evolved with APIs and AI-driven systems. Brands gained importance as independent hotels focused on pricing and loyalty. The guest journey became non-linear, highlighting the need for consistency across platforms. Simplicity emerged as a key advantage. Looking ahead, 2026 will focus on executing strategies in AI, distribution, and brand positioning.
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Frank Cook Named General Manager of Doubletree by Hilton Hotel New Orleans

📑 December 26, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel announces Frank Cook as the new General Manager. He brings over 30 years of hospitality leadership. Under his guidance, a $5 million renovation is underway, finishing by 2026, enhancing the hotel’s 367 rooms, lobby, and amenities. Dimension Hospitality, based in Louisiana, manages the transformation. Cook previously managed operations for 19 Hilton and Marriott properties, aiming to elevate guest experiences at DoubleTree New Orleans.
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Orchard Piper Selects Como Hotels and Resorts to Operate Landmark Melbourne Development

🏨 December 26, 2025, Melbourne: Orchard Piper and The Carter Group appoint COMO Hotels and Resorts to operate a new hotel and residential development on St Kilda Road, opening early 2028. COMO, founded by Christina Ong in Singapore, manages 18 luxury properties globally. The Melbourne hotel will feature 102 rooms, a COMO Shambhala wellness center, and 54 residences. Designed by KHA, it will offer exceptional service and cuisine, blending modern science with traditional healing practices.
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