Stories
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Curiosity, Creativity, and Change: Shannon Seay’s Impact on the Hospitality Industry
I had the opportunity to interview Shannon Seay, Partner at H-CPM. Her career trajectory is a testament to the power of curiosity and adaptability. With a background in architecture and historic preservation, she never imagined she would end up in…
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Aimee Fyke on Technology, Sustainability, and Employee Growth at Tharaldson
In the rapidly evolving landscape of the hospitality industry, staying ahead of trends while tackling ongoing challenges is a delicate balancing act. I had the opportunity to conduct and interview with Aimee Fyke, Chief Operating Officer, of Tharaldson Hospitality. With…
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Wellness for Beyond 2024 via Analysis of Customer Lifetime Value
Wellness is a huge growth industry for hotels and it will have a tremendous impact on numerous segments for the latter half of the 2020s. This ranges from spa circuits, healthy F&B and exercise classes through to wellness-oriented room categories…
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Design Meets Procurement: Insights from the BITAC Purchasing & Design Fall Panel
At the recent BITAC Purchasing & Design Fall event, a panel of industry experts shared valuable insights on the collaboration between design and procurement in the hospitality sector. The panel featured Emille Aboona, Managing Partner at Q&A Hospitality; Holly Nixon,…
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BITAC Sustainability Summit Panel: Building, Furnishing & Supply Hotels
In a recent panel discussion at BITAC Sustainability Summit, Joanna Abrams, Founder and CEO of MindClick, moderated a dynamic panel featuring leaders from Marriott International, Hilton, and the Curator Hotel & Resort Collection shared their insights on sustainability within the…
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The Mille Club: Exploring SoCal Luxury at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel
A quick jaunt up the coast for Angelenos or anyone else in Southern California (SoCal) is the picturesque haven of Santa Barbara with its never-ending white sand beaches surrounded by trendy restaurants and beachfront accommodations. But drive a few minutes…