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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.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Calgary, Alberta Reveals Renovation

📅 August 25, 2025, Calgary, Alberta. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Calgary Downtown at 239 12th Avenue SW completed a major renovation. Ryan Murphy Construction Inc managed construction, with design by Bozena Licensed Interior Design Inc. Enhancements include refurbished guest rooms and public spaces like a new breakfast lounge and fitness center. Located in Victoria Park, the 124-room hotel offers easy access to local landmarks and amenities, featuring free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and a 24/7 market.

Burak Sezgin Named General Manager for Amrit Ocean Resort

🏝️ On August 25, 2025, in Palm Beach County, Florida, Amrit Ocean Resort appointed Burak Sezgin as general manager. With over 20 years of international luxury resort experience, he previously drove $400 million in revenue and launched 25 restaurants. Amrit, featuring 155 wellness-inspired rooms and a 103,000 sq. ft. spa, integrates five wellness pillars: mindfulness, nutrition, fitness, relaxation, and sleep. Sezgin aims to enhance its status as a global wellness leader.

HotelExecutive Acquires Hilton Garden Inn Orlando I-4 Millenia Blvd Mall

🏨 August 25, 2025, Orlando, Florida: McKibbon Equities acquired the Hilton Garden Inn Orlando I-4 Millenia Blvd Mall, a 132-room hotel. This marks the third acquisition for McKibbon Income Fund I, following acquisitions in Clearwater (2023) and Atlanta (2024). Valley Bank financed the deal, brokered by Julian Mazili. The hotel, built in 2024, enhances McKibbon's portfolio of 20 hotels and is managed by McKibbon Hospitality, which oversees nearly 100 hotels.

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Chipotle Launches Small Group Meal Option

🍽 Michelle Chin and Jerrold Wong join Applebee’s C-suite as Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Operations Officer on September 2 and September 15, respectively. The brand, reporting increased Q2 traffic and sales, aims to enhance guest experience, expand menu innovation, and boost marketing. Chin, with over 20 years in marketing at Starbucks, Godiva, and Unilever, will lead Applebee's marketing strategy. Wong, with hospitality leadership experience, will focus on restaurant performance and growth.

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Applebee’s Adds Two Industry Vets to C-Suite

🚀 SynergySuite has raised $12 million to enhance its AI-powered restaurant platform, focusing on global expansion and innovation. The funding was led by Oyster Capital in Dublin, with support from First Analysis and Lago Innovation in Chicago. Founded in Dublin, now US-based, SynergySuite serves brands like Pollo Campero. In 2025, the company earned multiple awards for its innovative impact. The platform integrates with POS, payroll, and vendor systems, optimizing operations across locations and franchise networks.

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ASSA ABLOY Acquires SiteOwl

💻 In 2024, SynergySuite raised $12 million, led by Oyster Capital (Dublin), with contributions from First Analysis (Chicago) and Lago Innovation (Chicago). The funding supports global expansion and product innovation for its AI-powered platform for restaurant operations. The platform helps optimize labor, reduce waste, and improve profitability across thousands of locations. Founded in Dublin, SynergySuite is headquartered in the U.S., and is used by brands like Pollo Campero. In 2025, it received awards for innovation and customer service.

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International News: Agoda Deploys AI to Instantly Answer Traveler Questions About Hotels

🚀 SynergySuite raised $12 million to expand its AI-powered restaurant platform. The funding, led by Oyster Capital in Dublin with support from First Analysis and Lago Innovation, will support global growth and product innovation. The platform offers real-time inventory tracking, AI forecasting, labor planning, and more, enhancing operational efficiency for brands like Pollo Campero and Tropical Smoothie Cafe. In 2025, SynergySuite earned multiple awards for innovation and customer impact, solidifying its industry leadership.

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Chipotle Pilots Drone Delivery in Texas

🚀 SynergySuite raised $12 million to expand its AI-powered restaurant platform, with funding led by Oyster Capital in Dublin and support from First Analysis and Lago Innovation in Chicago. The funds will enhance global expansion and product innovation. SynergySuite, based in the U.S. and Dublin, supports brands like Pollo Campero and Tropical Smoothie Cafe across thousands of locations, offering AI solutions for inventory, labor, and more. In 2025, it won multiple awards for innovation and customer service.

Bradford Allen Unveils Transformed Hyatt Centric Chicago O’hare

🏨 August 22, 2025, Rosemont, Illinois: Bradford Allen opens the Hyatt Centric Chicago O'Hare following $30 million renovations, replacing the former Hyatt Rosemont Chicago/O'Hare. Located at 6350 N. River Road, the 206-room hotel features a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant and can host up to 500 people in its banquet rooms. Acquired in 2022, it joins Bradford Allen's portfolio of seven hotels, including locations in New York, Arizona, Indiana, and Iowa.

Marriott Signs Multi-Unit Agreement With Corporación Polaris and Cardedeu to Debut City Express in El Salvador

🏨 August 22, 2025, Bethesda, Maryland: Marriott International signs an agreement with Corporación Polaris and Cardedeu to open four City Express by Marriott hotels in El Salvador, adding 440 rooms. Locations include San Salvador's historic center, near Ilopango International Airport, Santa Elena, and San Benito, with openings from late 2026 to 2027. Marriott continues its CALA expansion, including projects in Argentina, Bolivia, Nicaragua, Peru, the US, and Canada, currently with 153 hotels and 62 in the pipeline.

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