Market Trends

📖 Josiah Mackenzie shared personal news and upcoming changes to Hospitality Daily on Jan. 25, 2025. Specific details about the content of the changes were not provided in the text. Images and meta tags suggest the news was related to the Hospitality Daily Podcast. No additional numerical or statistical data was found in the provided text segment.

📈 The 2025 State of the Flexible Workforce report focuses on the flexible labor market in the U.S., especially in hospitality. One in three Americans now participate in flexible work. The flexible workforce is diverse, with 73% identifying as Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino, and many have higher education. This workforce is considered crucial for the hospitality industry's fluctuating demands. The report provides insights for businesses to attract and retain skilled hourly workers in a post-pandemic era.

📖 Steve launched his new book, "Hospitality Unlocked," drawing from years of podcast interviews with industry leaders. Inspired by Tim Ferriss, he compiled advice for younger professionals, distilling insights into a structured guide with quotes and actionable steps. The book categorizes 75 leaders into five sections and is designed for ongoing reference, not a one-sitting read. It’s available in multiple formats on Amazon, including paperback, hardback, and Kindle. Steve's work encapsulates the journey from humble beginnings to C-suite success, emphasizing learning from challenges and staying humble.

🌏 Lori Mukoyama, Global Hospitality Leader at Gensler, forecasts 2025 hospitality design trends on Jan. 24, 2025. Gensler's "2025 Design Forecast" provides insights for the future of the industry. The episode highlights technology's role in hospitality, with Shiji Group sponsoring, renowned for streamlining hotel operations and guest experience enhancements. Music for the show is by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound.

🏡 Interior design in 2025 leans towards art deco, celebrating statement objects designed to last, shifting from previous minimalism. Dorothée Meilichzon, Dezeen's 2024 interior designer of the year, advocates for dreamy, grand interiors with a twist of old-school design. Designers predict a move beyond monotone and single-material spaces, calling for authenticity and connection. Art deco's 100-year anniversary highlights a focus on quality and sustainability, countering rapid consumption. Localisation of resources is suggested to preserve culture and minimize transport. Designers envision multi-functional spaces and a trend towards personal expression, with an emphasis on craftsmanship and rich textures. Critics suggest the concept of trends is becoming obsolete, as the value of design is in uniqueness and cultural storytelling.

💬 Michael Levie, on Jan. 24, 2025, shared insights on leadership in a Hospitality Daily Podcast episode, highlighting communication and openness as key to citizenM's success. The episode is supported by Shiji Group, a global hospitality technology company. The podcast also features music by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound. Resources and additional episodes with Levie are mentioned for further engagement.

🌇 IHG announces the Holiday Inn Express Generation 5 design to launch in EMEAA in 2023, targeting 500 properties in the region over the next three years. The design, developed from guest behavior research, offers experiential zones and caters to the rising demand for vibrant, dynamic spaces. Holiday Inn Express Riyadh, set to open in 2026, will debut the concept. Ten projects in the UK and Europe are early adopters, plus 20 interested parties. Generation 5 follows the 2016 ‘Next Generation’ update. Currently, there are 3,206 Holiday Inn Express hotels (340,054 rooms) with 644 properties (79,079 rooms) in the pipeline.

🏢 Anthony Torres, a top hospitality food and beverage leader, led the Grand Wailea to a $30M revenue growth over two years. Details were shared in a Hospitality Daily Podcast episode on Jan. 16, 2025. The episode was supported by Shiji Group, a global hospitality technology company. Music was produced by Clay Bassford of Bespoke Sound. More resources and episodes featuring Anthony Torres are mentioned.

🏨 San Diego-based Cloudbeds' research highlights PMS impact on hotel staff retention, revealing 38% of employees left due to PMS experience. Over half of managers (52.2%) believe at least four months are needed for staff to confidently use PMS. Moreover, 73% of staff receive manual PMS training, suggesting a need for more intuitive systems. The study surveyed 500 hotel staff across the US, UK, Canada, Mexico, and Spain, emphasizing the importance of user-friendly hotel technology for employee satisfaction and efficiency.

🏌️ The Faldo Course at Lough Erne Resort ranked 6th in Golf World’s Top 100 Parkland courses in Great Britain and Ireland. Adare Manor, which will host the 2027 Ryder Cup, was ahead at 2nd. The course features 11 water holes and nearly 50 sand traps. Barry McCauley, Golf Operations Manager, expressed pride in the achievement. In July, the course hosted the 'Champion of Champions' World Championship with 250 junior golfers from over 40 countries.