Interviews

July 6, 2003

ONHTEC STUDIO 2003: Interview w/ Brian Garavuso, CIO Interstate Hotels & Resorts & CHTP Council Chair - An introduction to 'Certified Hospitality Technology Professional' (CHTP) Certification

The Certified Hospitality Technology Professional (CHTP) program is recognized as THE symbol of achievement and competence in hospitality information technology knowledge. Developed jointly by Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) and the Educational Institute of the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AH&LA), the designation elevates the professionalism of both the recipient and the industry by helping to set standards for the field. Those who earn the CHTP designation demonstrate a higher level of dedication to their profession.

July 3, 2003

ONHTEC STUDIO 2003: Interview w/ Antonio DiMilia, President and CEO, StayOnline - Follow up to the AT&T Wireless Co-Marketing Agreement Press Conference

StayOnline's Antonio DiMilia joins us in New Orleans, shortly after the announcement of their co-marketing agreement with AT&T Wireless. The announcement also includes Historic Hotels of America. StayOnline will have the opportunity to mix technology with history for those hotels that go wireless. StayOnline's technology, cost vs. no-cost solutions and catering to those hotels that serve business travelers are topics included in this interview.

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July 3, 2003

ONHTEC STUDIO 2003: Interview w/ Paul Rantilla, VP of Sales and Marketing, Passkey and Jon Carres, CIO, Boca Raton Resorts and Clubs - Passkey Helps Boca to Manage the Group Reservation Process

John Carres has 1,040 rooms. His property is putting on a large event and needs a solution to help manage the process. Carres wants and needs to fill those rooms. Give Passkey a call in Quincy. Mass. This is more than just a commercial. Paul and Jon talk about how they have teamed up to make this and other events happen - seamlessly. Why is it good for Boca and how easy is it to get done? Click 'play' and listen.

July 2, 2003

ONHTEC STUDIO 2003: Interview w/ Roland Tanner, VP, Product Development, Pegasus Solutions, Inc. - New from Pegasus! Content Management Service

Pegasus Solutions is the critical technology backbone of the hotel industry, powering the majority of electronic hotel reservations around the world. Roland Tanner joins us to discuss the latest Pegasus technology initiatives, including the company's efforts to develop single-point-of-entry rate management tools for hotels. We cover security, ease of use and other advantages of this new solution.

June 30, 2003

ONHTEC STUDIO 2003: Interview /w Mark Hamilton, Director of PMS Solutions, Aloha Technologies - Comments On Aloha's Venture Into PMS Business

Aloha Technologies, makers of Aloha point-of-sale software and information solutions, last month announced that Mark Hamilton has been hired as Director of PMS Solutions for the company's newly acquired property management systems (PMS) suite of solutions. Aloha purchased Fabco Systems, a leading supplier of property management systems (PMS) in the hotel and lodging industries, earlier this year. Hamilton provides some insight into Aloha's most recent move.

June 19, 2003

Audio Interview w/ Tina M. Samson, CFO, Loews Hotel Universal Orlando/HFTP President-Elect - Tina talks ProLinks and gives us a final preview of this year's HITEC

Tina Samson has a lot on her plate. She's CFO at the Loews Hotel Universal Orlando. With kids out of school, that property will soon be busy when families come to see Mickey and Minnie. She's the chairperson of HFTP's ProLinks, which we discuss in this streaming audio interview and finally, she's the President-Elect for the HFTP. We also get her thoughts on this year's HITEC and tell you about next year's dates and location. That's a lot of information in less than 10 minutes. Check it out before you head to New Orleans.

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June 2, 2003

Audio Interview w/ Hugh Agro, President & CEO, VisualFrenzy Media, Inc. - Discussion on streaming video hotel tours for consumers and tracking data and more for properties

With more and more consumers surfing the web for airfare, hotel and vacation packages, Visual Frenzy Media has answered the call and offered streaming video tours of hotels. Wouldn't it be easier to book a hotel if you knew what it looked like, inside and out? In this streaming audio interview, Hugh Argo tells how and why Visual Frenzy puts it all together and how it can benefit a consumer and hotel.

May 29, 2003

HITEC 2003 Preview: Audio Interview w/ Angie Greer, Director of Education, HFTP - Highlights of the 60 educational sessions at this year's HITEC

New Orleans is a city rich in history, culture and nightlife. However, before the sun goes down, for three days, June 24-26, thousands of hospitality professionals will take part in over 60 educational sessions and listen to more than 100 speakers at HITEC 2003. HFTP's Angie Greer has worked all year in preparation for these three days of educational sessions. In this streaming audio interview, she discusses some of the highlights. We hope to see you there bright and early.

May 22, 2003

Audio Interview w/ Frank Wolfe, Executive VP/CEO, HFTP, Austin, TX - Preview of HITEC 2003 in New Orleans: Club Tech. Boot Camp, Restaurant Rows, Going Wireless and more

It's less than a month away! HITEC, produced by HFTP, is the largest, most comprehensive showcase of hospitality technology in the world. HITEC 2003, takes place June 24-26, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. HFTP's Frank Wolfe joins us for a preview of some of the feature this year and also talks about a new program for members, called 'Pro Links.' Check out this streaming audio interview as part of your HITEC planning.

May 14, 2003

Audio Interview w/ Pascal Metevier, VP Global Sales and Marketing, Onity - Comments On Launch Of 'NO GUEST - NO COST™ Electronic Locks Program

The times…they are a changing. I'm borrowing a line from Bob Dylan to describe Onity's answer to the current and perhaps future economic climate, especially as it relates to the hospitality industry. While the industry recovery continues, Onity has just launched two revolutionary programs featuring their impressive variety of products. How can a hotel refuse free locks, CCTV, climate and energy controls, safes and more? Pascal Metevier explains in this streaming audio interview. If you spend any money on your hotel, you'll want to listen.

May 1, 2003

AH&LA Multiunit 2003 Series: Audio Interview w/ John Davis, Chairman and CEO, Pegasus Solutions, Inc. - Commenting on: 'The Merchant Model…Are Rewards Following Risk?'

Pegasus Solutions' Chairman and CEO John Davis delivered the keynote address at this year's Multiunit Lodging Operators & Owners Forum in Denver. On hand were several of the nation's management company executives and multi-property owners. Hear a preview of what one of the leading software providers for hotels and on-line merchants has to say about current business relationships between hotels and on-line merchants.

March 5, 2003

Interview w/ Scott Anderson, President and CEO of High Country Hospitality; Chair, AH&LA eCommerce Committee - Discussing AH&LA's "eDistribution 101" seminars to begin throughout the country starting March 24

Channel Management, On-Line Distribution, eDistribution. These words are thrown around quite a bit these days in the hospitality industry. What do they all mean? For hotels, the bottom line is profits and the AH&LA's eCommerce Committee is working hard for hotels to maintain and increase profits through a series of seminars explained in this streaming audio interview with High Country Hospitality's Scott Anderson. Here's one you don't want to pass up. Click on the link to listen in.

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February 27, 2003

Interview w/ Wendy Zurstadt, HFTP President; Controller, Hartford Golf Club, West Hartford, CT - The HFTP President provides a monthly update for hospitality financial and technology-based hospitality professionals

Lately, HFTP President Wendy Zurstadt has been running in and out of airports, flying coast to coast on HFTP business. She's meeting the members, talking with them, trying to get them more involved. There's a push on for volunteers, especially internationally. Wendy is also explaining the leadership and planning process the HFTP is going through. In this streaming audio interview, we cover the upcoming Club and Hotel Controllers Conferences and the new The Uniform System of Financial Reporting for Clubspublication.

February 13, 2003

Audio Interview w/ Andrew Rubinacci, Director, Distribution Planning, Six Continents Hotels - Commenting on 6C's Recently Announced Merchant Agreement with Travelocity

Six Continents Hotels jumped a little higher on the on-line distribution bandwagon this week as inventory from 3,300 properties appeared on Travelocity.com. In this streaming audio interview, 6C's Andrew Rubinacci joins us to discuss the deal, the technology and the advantages associated with on-line merchants such as Travelocity.

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July 8, 2002

Audio Interview with Seth Christian - Chief Marketing Officer & VP of Sales - Hotel Information Systems (HIS) Unveils Its New Web-Native epitome Enterprise Solution

Hotel Information Systems (HIS) unveiled its new web-native epitome Enterprise while in attendance at HITEC in late June in Chicago and we caught up with Seth Christian to talk about that and what Hotel Information Systems is workign on. An industry veteran who made his mark with Suburban Lodges and then founded HotelTools, Christian shares his thoughts on this unique product, the recent HITEC show and what's down the road for HIS. His busy schedule did not permit us to get him on camera so we used the phone. Check out this streaming audio interview and them send him an email: [email protected]. He'll appreciate reading them when he gets to Russia, on an HIS business trip, of course.

July 3, 2002

Interview With HFTP Merit Award Winners (HITEC 2002 Video)

During HITEC 2002 in Chicago, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP ®) presented a Technology Award of Merit to five hospitality technology pioneers at the 30th Hospitality Industry Technology Exposition and Conference (HITEC ®). Roger Lane, Richard Maloney, Dietmar Müller-Elmau, John Pignataro and Robert Sanford were selected by members of HFTP's International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame as individuals who have made a significant innovation or breakthrough that established a path for others in hospitality technology.

July 3, 2002

Interview With Marvin Erdly, Hospitality and Leisure Practice Leader, PwC Consulting - Migration to Integrated Internet Enabled CRS-CRM (HITEC 2002 Video)

During HITEC 2002, Hospitality Net & HFTP Jointly produce HITEC Online Studio. The Studio features about 40 interviews with industry executives, consultants and CEO's of HITEC exhibitors. Interviews broadcast LIVE on the Internet and will be available for on-demand broadcast one week after show. To listen and view the interviews, you need Real-Player software installed on your system.

July 3, 2002

Interview With Scott Anderson, President, High Country Hospitality - Internet Enabled PMS - Expectations vs Reality of ASP Solutions (HITEC 2002 Video)