Search

Press Release Operations & Strategy

More Preparation, Communication and Control: Hyatt Reveals Survey Findings on the Hotel Stay Needs of Neurodivergent Travelers

One in every four individuals in the U.S. has a sensory need or an invisible disability according to KultureCity, including those with autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia and attention-deficit disorder. With more than 90% of neurodivergent individuals and caregivers of neurodivergent individuals in the U.S. planning to travel at least one night this year, a new survey* led by Hyatt finds hotels can make their travel journeys, from pre-arrival to check-out, more seamless and inclusive.

Hyatt
United States
Ad Tambourine One
All you need is one.

Some call it a website with a booking engine built in. Some call it a booking engine with a website built in. We call it One.
Tambourine
Ad HITEC 2026
Visit HITEC 2026 in San Antonio!

HITEC is the center for the latest conversations on hospitality technology. Come and see the technology shaping the industry.
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP)
Press Release Development

stayAPT Suites & Powerhouse Hotels Forge Partnership to Expand Presence with 30 New Locations

stayAPT Suites, the innovative apartment-style hotel brand, is pleased to announce a significant expansion initiative in partnership with Powerhouse Hotels, a joint venture between JCap Realty Group and Cullinan Holdings. This collaboration involves signing a multi-unit development agreement, adding 30 new locations to stayAPT Suites' portfolio, and expanding the brand footprint to 25 states over the next five years, with six locations that will break ground in 2024.

stayAPT Suites
United States
Appointment

Anderson Foote has been appointed as General Manager at Virgin Hotels Chicago

Virgin Hotels Chicago, the brand's flagship property located in the bustling Loop neighborhood, is thrilled to announce Anderson Foote as the hotel's new General Manager effective March 18, 2024. In this role, Foote will oversee the operations of the 250 room luxury lifestyle hotel as well as popular dining outlets Miss Ricky's, Two Zero Three, and Cerise Rooftop.

Virgin Hotels Collection
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Chase Chasteen has been appointed as General Manager at Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown

Chase Chasteen boasts an extensive 17- year tenure in the hospitality industry, marking Le Meridien Fort Worth Downtown as his ninth full service hotel and sixth under the Marriott banner. Notably, this venture stands as his inaugural hotel opening experience, further showcasing his adaptability to diverse hospitality settings. A Fort Worth native, Chasteen has a deep-rooted connection to the community and eagerly anticipates contributing to the vibrant landscape of his hometown.

Marriott
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Appointment

Dawn Freeman has been appointed as Director of Sales at Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown

Dawn Freeman joins Le Méridien Fort Worth Downtown as the director of sales, bringing a wealth of expertise in sales and marketing. With over a decade of experience in driving revenue growth and cultivating client relationships, Freeman will elevate the hotel's sales strategies and expand its market presence. Her tenure in various leadership roles, coupled with her deep understanding of the hospitality industry, makes her an invaluable addition to the hotel's leadership team.

Marriott
Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Appointment

Ashley Ochse has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Waldorf Astoria Chicago

Waldorf Astoria Chicago proudly introduces Ashley Ochse as the newly appointed director of sales and marketing. Having previously served as the Director and Complex Director of Catering Sales & Event Management at Waldorf Astoria Chicago from December 2013 to January 2017, Ochse is familiar with the 214-room hotel and the excellence of the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand. With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Ochse emerges as an esteemed leader, renowned for her unwavering commitment to client satisfaction and revenue maximization. With a steadfast dedication to delivering unparalleled service and creating lasting experiences for guests, Ochse is primed to lead the sales team in driving revenue and further enhancing the hotel's esteemed reputation as a premier luxury destination in the heart of Chicago. She joins Waldorf Astoria Chicago from The St. Regis Chicago where she most recently served as the director of sales, group & catering and was a part of the hotel’s opening team.

Waldorf Astoria
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Emanuela Setterberg Di Vivo has been appointed as Managing Director at The Vineta, Oetker Collection

Oetker Collection is delighted to announce that Emanuela Setterberg Di Vivo has been appointed Managing Director of its first North American Masterpiece Hotel, The Vineta, which will open its doors Q4 2024. Setterberg Di Vivo commenced her role today, 22 April 2024.With a career in the luxury hospitality industry spanning almost three decades, Setterberg Di Vivo brings her immense experience in the international luxury hotel space. Covering various leadership positions, She has worked for renowned international hotel brands, including Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton, Bulgari Hotels, Ferragamo, Rosewood, Dorchester Collection and One&Only. Her career thus far has seen the Swedish native gain true global perspective with tenures in Dubai, London, Tokyo, Milan, Tuscany, Lisbon, New York, Atlanta, and Beverly Hills. Most recently, Setterberg Di Vivo served as General Manager of One&Only The Palm in Dubai, where she was responsible for overseeing and directing 400 employees (across 47 different nationalities), 100 rooms, three restaurants, including a 2 Michelin-starred offering - one of just two in the city, and an award-winning spa. Setterberg Di Vivo's highly distinguished reputation and phenomenal career trajectory has seen her receive nationally and internationally recognized awards for exceptional accomplishments in the luxury hotel management space. This includes recognition as one of Hotel & Catering News Middle East's Top 40 Hospitality Heavyweights and being featured on Hotelier Middle East's General Manager Power List 2023.

Oetker Collection
Palm Beach, Florida, United States