Stories
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Extended Stay: A Rising Trend in Hospitality—Insights from Industry Leaders at BITAC Owners Fall Event
At the recent BITAC Owners Fall event, a panel discussed the rapidly growing extended stay market, covering its evolution, opportunities, and challenges. Moderated by Kimberly Rowell, EVP and Managing Partner at Five Star Hospitality and Development, the panel featured a…
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BITAC Owners Fall 2024: The Next Generation of Hoteliers on Development, Trends, and Technology
At a recent BITAC Owners Panel, a group of young and dynamic hospitality professionals gathered to share their insights on the future of the hotel industry. Moderated by Armaan Patel, Founder & CEO of AGA Hotels, the panel featured an…
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Navigating Operational Challenges in Hospitality: Insights from BITAC Owners 2024 Panel
At the BITAC Owners Fall 2024 event, a panel of industry leaders came together to share their valuable insights on the shifting operational strategies and challenges faced by properties within the hospitality industry. I had the privilege of moderating this…
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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…