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The article discusses RTRX, an event held in Columbus, OH, that focuses on shaping the future through leadership, connection, and learning. The event features keynote speakers and workshops on various topics, including risk-taking, innovation, and inclusion. RTRX has grown exponentially since its founding in 2012 and has raised over $7 million for cancer research. The company also emphasizes water conservation practices and encourages employees to save water in their personal lives. The article highlights the importance of making a difference in communities and the industry. [Extracted from the article]

Gabriel Perez, the COO of The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, discusses his career and plans for the future in an interview with Hotel Business. Perez explains that he stumbled upon the hospitality industry after his dreams of a sports career were shattered by injuries. He expresses his passion for the industry, highlighting the value of true human connections and teamwork. Perez also discusses the accomplishments of The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, including the opening of four boutique hotels and several restaurants. He expects continued growth in the luxury and upscale boutique travel sectors. Perez's primary goal is to support and enhance the vision and culture of The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, focusing on creating lifelong guests and business partners. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the transformative potential of AI in the hospitality industry. It explores various topics such as generative AI's influence on leisure traveler behaviors, enhancing guest experience with AI, revenue management strategies with AI, marketing innovations enabled by AI, the role of AI in automating hotel operations, and future trends and innovations in AI for hospitality. AI is shown to enhance guest experiences, streamline operations, and provide valuable data insights, ultimately enabling the industry to offer better service, operate more efficiently, and stay competitive. The article promotes an upcoming conference called Destination AI, where industry professionals will discuss the intersection of AI and hospitality and its profound impact on the industry. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses diversity and inclusion in the leadership ranks of the hospitality industry has been an issue since the first hotel opened. Topics include the views of Donna Quadr:-Felitti, Marvin Ashner director/associate professor, on the same; and according to a Castell Project study 84% of the 630 hotel company websites reviewed has not show Black executives on websites.

The article focuses on a series of upcoming hospitality industry events including the HD Expo Conference in Las Vegas, the Meet the Money National Hotel Finance & Investment Conference, and the NYU International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference.

The article presents an interview with Javier Coll, the global head of growth for the Inclusive Collection at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, who discusses the challenges and opportunities in the hospitality industry. Topics discussed include evolving traveler demographics, strategic expansion plans into new destinations, and the importance of attracting and retaining top talent in the field.

An interview with industry experts, including Fatiha Babou from Dometic Group, Bruno Agrario from Bartech, and Walt Strasser from Minibar Systems Worldwide is presented. They discusses the latest offerings and innovations in minibars, sustainability, energy efficiency, and meeting the changing demands of hotel owners and guests. They also highlight the importance of providing convenient, sustainable, and unique minibar experiences to enhance guest satisfaction.

The article discusses the Hotel Business roundtable "Moving Forward: Evolving a Brand for the Next Generation of Guests" sponsored and hosted by InterContinental Hotels Group. The research firm CBRE projects an increase in supply and demand in occupancy for 2019 to 2021. The article also discusses the importance of flexibility which means customization and personalization.

The article discusses the management of Conrad Hilton, founder of Hilton Hotels which still stands after 100 years in the hospitality industry. It cites on the company's aim to break down cultural barriers that serves as a friendly center of goodwill. Hilton borrowed a strategy in the U.S. army which invoke esprit de corps on his first hotel, the Mobley Hotel located in Cisco, Texas.

The article discusses security measures for employees at hospitality industry in the U.S. It highlights the need to train hospitality staffs on how to deal and prevent human trafficking. Also mentioned is the essential to educate hoteliers and employees with comprehensive and equipped tools to end trafficking.

Information about a hotel business roundtable titled "Signature Moments: Creating Memorable Stays" that was held in Denver, Colorado sponsored by American hospitality corporation RLH Corp. is presented. Topics include real estate development, hospitality services management and marketing planning. The roundtable featured attendees and industry experts including Patrick Bajdek, Taylor Davis and Cameron Lamming.

The article discusses the strategic approach taken by hotel company Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Inc. to leverage the expertise of its acquired hotel chain LQ Management LLC in new-construction and applying it to its prototypical, new brand named Microtel. The application of very robust design with a construction department that will assist the owners throughout the planning process is tackled. The biggest opportunity to grow the Microtel brand in key markets is also explored.

Information about the "Hotel Business" magazine executive roundtable entitled "Balancing the Green: The Environment & The Bottom Line," hosted and sponsored by American fabric product manufacturer Valley Forge Fabrics Inc. is presented. Topics include the focus on sustainability, the achievement of LEED certification and the sustainable practices. The roundtable featured experts including Diana Dobin of Valley Forge, Amy Jakubowski of Wilson Associates, and Walter Barela of Peak Hospitality.

The article focuses on the editorial teams' unique perks of working in the hotel industry, particularly the extensive travel opportunities that allow them to experience and appreciate hospitality firsthand.

The article offs information on the hotel industry economy. Topics discussed include despite a healthy economy in 2018, over the next few years, economic growth is expected to slow; mentions the views of chief global economist, Bernard Baumohl, the economy was robust last year due to the 1.5 trillion dollar tax cut and the massive increase in government spending; and also mentions some industry executives have not seen much of an impact from the administration's imposed tariffs.

An interview with several purchasing company officials is presented. Among the officials include Neil Locke & Associates president Neil Locke, Hospitality Purchasing Consultants partner Steve Angelier, and The Parker Co. partner Mitchell Parker. Topics they discussed include the challenges to be faced by hospitality industry in 2019, the opportunities for 2019, and areas that should be focused in 2019 including tariffs and interest rates.

An interview with several officials in hospitality industry companies is presented. Among the officials include HVMG senior vice president (SVP) Mary Beth Cutshall, Vesta Hospitality chairman Rick Takach, and Ventus Group executive vice president (EVP) John David Booty. Topics they discussed include the unexpected industry trends in 2018, the type of properties they plan to have on their portfolio, and their focus in 2019 including interest rates, technologies, and mixed-use hotels.

The article presents an interview with Micajah Sturdivant, president at MMI Hotel Group, a graph on top hospitality management companies, and a directory for management companies. Topics mentioned include the outlook for the hospitality management industry in 2019, the development of business intelligence technology for the management industry, and the importance of online technology in the industry.

Information about a roundtable of hospitality industry leaders held at RH Contract's headquarters in October 2018 is presented. Topics discussed include the importance of communication in hotel projects, how to improve dialogue among owners, designers, and purchasing agents to avoid communication missteps, and strategies for effective communication. Industry executives at the event include Kemper Hyers, Paul Jones, and Allen Rolleri.

The article reports the debut of the new hospitality operator Maverick Hotels and Restaurants in Chicago, Illinois. Topics discussed include the opinion of the president and chief executive officer (CEO) of Maverick, Bob Habeeb regarding his establishing the company, challenges faced by him in the process and the business portfolio of the company First Hospitality Group (FHG).

Information about the roundtable titled "Culture shift: Working in 2018 and beyond" hosted and sponsored by The Wall Street Journal and moderated by Hotel Business editor Christina Trauthwein, is presented. Topics discussed include corporate culture, employee retention and the hospitality industry. The meeting featured notable people including Brooke Denihan Barrett, Ann Fastiggi and Ken Barrett.

The article reports on the leisure and hospitality industry in the U.S. which is experiencing a tight labor market and labor shortage due to the country's economic growth. Discussed are the business executives including John B. Corgel, Chip Rogers and Joel Carver who have observed the significant workforce shortage for frontline employees to include the housekeeping team members.

The article reports on the aspects of how Wyndham Hotel Group (WHG) grow and dominate in the midscale hospitality market as part of the group's strategy. Topics include the realization of the goal of the company's president Geoff Ballotti to expand its leadership in the midscale segment while growing its management and portfolio, the company's growth through acquisitions as public company, and the advantage of the company's expansion on the development of talents across its managed system.

The article the new tax reform in the U.S. and its effect on the hospitality and lodging industry. Topics include the law, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) signed by U.S. President Donald Trump on December 22, 2017 making relief for working families and for small businesses, the bill featuring changes such as increase in the child tax credit and standard deduction and reduction in the tax rate for businesses, and views of Katherine Lugar, on tax reform helping hoteliers in business expansion.

The article reports on launch of hotel collection, Tavistock Lake Nona Resort and the Tavistock Town Center Hotel, by Tavistock Group both of which are located within master-planned Lake Nona community. Topics discussed include designing of the hotels by the architecture firm Arquitectonica, views of Kit Pappas, vice president (VP), on roots in hospitality and catering, and the hotel to feature story tower, seat restaurant and a vibrant rooftop pool.

Information about the "Riding the Waves of New Revenue Streams" Hotel Business Executive Roundtable, sponsored by "The Wall Street Journal" and moderated its managing editor Stefani C. O'Connor, attended by industry executives like Jay Stein of Dream Hotel Group, Kelly McCourt of Sage Hospitality, and Robert Habeeb of the First Hospitality Group Inc., in the U.S. The topics discussed include ways of boosting revenues, the challenges experienced by hotel operators, and ways of monetizing hotels.

The article presents information on reputation management for hotels. It suggests several ways by which hotels can manage their reputation online, which include, listening to the feedback and setting up monitoring tools, taking actions on the feedback, and answering the comments that ask for apology.

Information about the 39th New York University International Hospitality Industry Investment Conference held at the Marriott Marquis in New York in 2017 is presented. Topics included executive orders associated with immigration, the growing demand from guests and the important potential of experience economy. The conference featured several notable people including Jonathan Tisch of Loews Hotels & Co., Betty Liu of Bloomberg Television and Thomas J. Baltimore Jr. of Park Hotels & Resorts.

An interview with Michael Armstrong HREC Investment Advisors, and Michael Sonnabend of PMZ Realty Capital LLC, is pesented. Topics include lending landscape for hotels, lending terms that owners/developers should expect; and opportunities for for financial services industry organizations for investing in the hospitality indystry.

The article discusses significance of brand awareness in the hospitality industry. It states that fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld partnered with licensing platform Brandmark Collective B.V. to launch Karl Lagerfeld Hotels & Resorts, adding lodging to his growing brand collection of clothing, and accessories, and mentions that several of Lagerfeld's confreres also have taken to sewing-up hotel deals with their names on them.

The article focuses on use of in-room technologies by the hospitality industry, and mentions technologies like television, wireless internet, and inner-armoire TVs.

Information about a conference on Hunter hotel investment that was held in Atlanta, Georgia in 2019 is presented. Topics include labor shortage, brand proliferation and financial performance in hospitality industry. The conference featured Jan D. Freitag, senior vice president (SVP) of lodging insights for STR Inc., a benchmarking provider for the hotel sector.

The article reports on the rise in requests for minibars while the pandemic forced hotels to limit housekeeping and room service, according to global minibar manufacturer Dometic. Topics discussed include benefit provided by HiPro Minibar series to the company, the launch of the MoBar series of mobile beverage centers by Dometic, and different features of each of the three models in the MoBar series.

An interview with Larry Spelts, president, of Lodging & Lifestyle Adventures, is presented. Topics include a passion for creating memorable experiences and their role in a hotel management company called Indigo Road; and the importance of boutique hotels in elevating the guest experience and sharing their goals for the current year, including authenticity and profitability.

The article presents a roundtable discussion on hotel rewards programs. Topics mentioned include link of customer loyalty in hospitality to loyalty in publishing, creating organizational culture, and the major difference between hospitality and airlines. Panelists include Susanna Freer Epstein of InterContinental Hotels, Naveen Kakarla of Hersha Hospitality Management, and Dorothy Dowling of Best Western Hotels & Resorts.

The article presents a chart and a list of top hotel owners and developers in the U.S. as of December 2016 including Hospitality Properties Trust, New Castle Hotels & Resorts and Waterford Hospitality Group LLC.

The article presents an interview with brokers Michael Cahill, founder/chief executive officer (CEO) of HREC-Hospitality Real Estate Counselors, Teague Hunter, president of Hunter Hotel Advisors and Steve Post, president of Amber Hotel Co. Cahill offers an overview of the 2016 transactions market and what to expect in 2017 while Hunter shares the hotel segments he expects will exhibit the greatest churn. A list of brokers in the U.S. is also offered including HotelBrokerOne.

The article reports that hotels are implementing strategies and are focusing on initiatives to attract and retain the Chinese customers. The views of David Becker, CEO of Attract China and Sharon Wimborne, executive director e-commerce & global marketing at Hotel REZ Hotels & Resort on the strategies to be followed by the hotels and Chinese outbound travel market are mentioned.

The article reports on the new Scion hotel brand launched by Trump Hotels & Casino Resorts Inc. in September which provides the expectation for the next generation. Topics include the upper-upscale and lifestyle brand, the support in building team in supporting the expanded platform and the provided good experience for the customers.

The article reports on the partnership between the two real estate agencies Warmbrodt Hotel Investments Inc. and O'Connell Hospitality Group LLC to continue their consolidation momentum informing the lodging industry to several businesses. Topics include the strong performance in their markets, the importance of companies to have the growth and become a good competitor with others and the expectation of the transactions in 2016.

The article offers information on the impact of technological innovations on the hotel industry. Vicki Poulos, global brand director at Moxy Hotels, says hotels need to meet consumer expectations in both human interactions and in terms of technology. One way in which Moxy and many other hotels are trying to meet self-sufficiency expectations is through keyless entry.

A table is presented that lists the top hospitality companies in terms of franchises from 2015-2016 including Budget Host Inn, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, and Hyatt Regency.

The article discusses the highlights of the 2016 Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition & Conference held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana that focused on the trends and future innovations in hospitality technology. Trevor Dowswell of Hotel Internet Services urged hoteliers to understand what the future is composed of. The move of several companies to develop screen-mirroring solutions is noted including Sonifi Solutions' SoniCast.

The article reports on the approval of the proposed merger of hospitality companies Apple Hospitality REIT Inc. and Apple REIT Ten Inc. by their board of directors in the U.S. in April 2016. Topics discussed include the details of the merger transaction and the benefits that it brings to the companies, such as enabling them to continue to build their core strategies and allowing Apple Hospitality to expand its business presence and maintain the strength and flexibility of its balance sheet.