LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 32

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

📅 Hospitality America appointed Ryan Sistare as VP of Operations with 20 years of experience. Hunter Hotel Advisors promoted Colin Flannery to VP in NYC after contributing to over $6 billion in transactions since 2020. OUTRIGGER Hospitality appointed Karen Kurosawa as director of ESG, effective September 22, 2025. Hyatt Regency Maui Resort appointed Timothy Nelson as director of sales and marketing with 15 years of experience, following his tenure at Hyatt Regency Waikiki.

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Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa Becomes Company’s 9,000th Hotel

🏨 Hilton reached 9,000 global hotels, opening nearly three per day since 8,000 in 2024. The milestone was marked by the Signia by Hilton La Cantera Resort & Spa opening in Texas, offering 496 rooms. Hilton now operates over 1,000 luxury hotels worldwide, with plans to triple its African portfolio and quadruple in Saudi Arabia. The US has 6,000, Canada 200, Florida 500, and Italy 100 hotels. Hilton holds only 5% of global room share but 21% under construction.

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Auberge Collection Debuts New Brand Identity

🏨 Auberge Collection, based in Bethesda, Maryland, announced its rebranding to reflect its expanding luxury portfolio. Recent openings include Collegio alla Querce in Florence and The Woodward in Geneva. Upcoming locations are planned for London, Dallas, Miami Beach, Houston, and Puerto Rico. Dan Friedkin, chairman, emphasizes the brand's focus on unique experiences, while CEO Christian Clerc highlights this natural evolution to accommodate their growing global presence.

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Extended Stay America Hosts Annual Owners Conference

📅 Extended Stay America held its annual owners conference in Dallas, Texas, focusing on the theme “Stronger Together.” Since 2018, the company has doubled its franchise hotel portfolio. The conference featured presentations from leaders like CEO Greg Juceam and insights from experts such as Cindy Estis Green of Kalibri Labs. Key topics included marketing, sales, and hotel financing. The event emphasized collaboration and improving guest experience to boost profitability.

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Shiji Expands Partnership With American Liberty Hospitality

📱 American Liberty Hospitality (ALH) expanded Infrasys POS, Stellaris Digital Dine, and Infrasys POS Move to 7 properties, including Hilton Houston Westchase, in 2023. These technologies streamline operations at locations like DoubleTree Galveston Beach and Embassy Suites Houston Downtown. ALH's centralized system enables flexible service, including poolside ordering and instant payment processing. Shiji's mobile solutions enhance service speed and efficiency, allowing ALH to adapt quickly and focus on guest experience.

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AHLA Survey Finds Half of U.S. Adults Plan to Travel Before the End of the Year

✈️ Half of U.S. adults plan leisure travel before year-end, and 31% of employed adults expect to travel for business, as per a survey by the American Hotel & Lodging Association and Morning Consult. Hotels are the top choice for leisure (44%) and business travelers (63%). 46% plan a family trip, 34% for Thanksgiving, and 37% for Christmas. Rising costs impact travel plans, with 49% citing inflation as a deterrent.

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Marriott Bonvoy Launches New Collection Brand

🏞 Marriott launched its Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy in Bethesda, Maryland, focusing on outdoor stays, with over 1,200 cabins in 29 U.S. locations and Trailborn Hotels in destinations like the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Marriott Bonvoy Outdoors platform offers access to 450+ hotels, 50,000 Homes & Villas, and curated tours. Initial experiences include hiking in Hawaii, kayaking in the Maldives, and snorkeling in Belize. This initiative enhances travel by connecting guests with nature and unique activities.

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Mews Announces Acquisition of Flexkeeping

💼 Mews announced the acquisition of Flexkeeping, a housekeeping automation platform, in New York. Flexkeeping, founded in 2012, enhances productivity by 40% and reduces guest complaints by 45%. Its tools automate room assignments and facilitate team collaboration. Mews aims to integrate these capabilities into its PMS, promising revolutions in cleanliness and staff collaboration. Executives Richard Valtr and Matt Welle emphasize improved efficiency, while Flexkeeping's Luka Berger anticipates new standards in hotel operations.

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Hyatt Highlights Recent and Upcoming Park Hyatt Openings

🏨 **Hyatt Hotels Corporation** is marking the 45th anniversary of Park Hyatt in 2025, with recent expansions across various regions. **Park Hyatt Marrakech** opened on July 1, 2024, with 130 rooms. **London’s River Thames** location debuted on October 8, 2024, with 203 rooms. **Johannesburg** and **Kuala Lumpur** opened in 2025, with 31 and 252 rooms, respectively. Upcoming openings include **Tokyo** (December 2025), **Los Cabos** (late 2025), and multiple locations in 2026, including **Phu Quoc**, **Cancun**, **Mexico City**, and **Vancouver**.

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Choice Hotels Announces Partnership With Seattle’s Best Coffee

☕ Choice Hotels International, Inc. and Seattle’s Best Coffee are collaborating to enhance guest experiences. By next summer, over 2,000 Comfort and Country Inn & Suites locations will serve Seattle’s Best Coffee, featuring 100% Arabica beans from Latin America. The program has begun in pilot properties, with a broader rollout this fall. Jenny Aboudou from Choice Hotels highlights the importance of a quality coffee experience in starting the day right for their guests.

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