Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) is proud to announce Rebecca Bennett, CHAE, as the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive (CHAE®) of the Year Award.
Waikīkī Beach Marriott Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Weatherill as General Manager. Weatherill brings with him over four decades of hospitality leadership experience across managed and franchise hotel operations, with a proven track record of team development, financial performance and property transformation. In his new role, Weatherill will oversee all aspects of the resort's operations, guest experience and strategic growth, with a focus on elevating service standards and deepening the resort's cultural connections to the destination.
Crescent Hotels & Resorts has assumed management of The Westin Jackson, expanding its portfolio with another premier Westin property. Known for its deep expertise in the brand, Crescent brings its signature operational excellence and service-driven approach to elevate guest experiences in the heart of Mississippi’s capital.
Galveston’s lodging market is being reshaped by capital investments and regulatory changes. Since 2019, more than $400 million has been spent on new cruise terminals, resort redevelopments, and boutique hotel conversions, while cruise passenger counts reached a record 1.7 million in 2024. With new projects underway and new short-term-rental oversights, growth will be affected by shifting supply and demand dynamics.
A consummate hospitality professional with dedication to service and attention to detail as her north stars, Gina Genna is the marketing and communications powerhouse at the InterContinental Miami hotel. For the past five years, she has been a driving force as the Director of Marketing for the iconic downtown Miami hotel, cementing its well-earned reputation as a conference and business property, as well as a premier destination for luxury, lifestyle travel. Now, IHG Luxury & Lifestyle Americas is proud to announce Gina's accession to the role of Senior Area Director of Marketing for the Texas region including InterContinental San Antonio and InterContinental Houston, in addition to InterContinental Miami.
ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection announces the appointment of a core management position: Rachel Theron as Marketing Manager. This appointment reinforces the 177-room, modern desert sanctuary's commitment to delivering elevated guest experiences, hosting unforgettable events, and accelerating market growth.
ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection announces the appointment of a core management position: Alex Shelton as Director of Sales. This appointment reinforces the 177-room, modern desert sanctuary's commitment to delivering elevated guest experiences, hosting unforgettable events, and accelerating market growth.
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has proudly accepted Keswick Hall into its prestigious Legend Collection, a globally celebrated portfolio of exceptional properties set in the world's most remarkable destinations. Nestled in the heart of the Virginia Piedmont region, the luxury resort and historic landmark boasts distinctive design, attentive service, and innovative cuisine. As part of the Legend Collection, Keswick Hall joins an elite group of distinguished properties recognized for their exquisite accommodations, intuitive and personalized service, world-class dining, and transformative spa offerings. This exclusive designation reflects Keswick Hall's commitment to delivering unforgettable guest experiences and representing the very highest standards of luxury.
ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection announces the appointment of a core management position: Kenneth Miller as Revenue Strategy Manager. This appointment reinforces the 177-room, modern desert sanctuary's commitment to delivering elevated guest experiences, hosting unforgettable events, and accelerating market growth.
InnVentures, a hotel management company specializing in premium select-service and extended stay hotels, announces today the completion of an extensive renovation of the guest rooms and public spaces of Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown.
Hilton Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of Hilton Arlington Rosslyn The Key, a landmark hotel poised to welcome a new evolution of hospitality for Hilton's flagship brand. Located in Arlington, Va. at the base of the iconic Francis Scott Key Bridge and rising 36 stories above the Potomac River, this hotel marks a significant milestone for Hilton Hotels & Resorts as the first property to debut the brand's refreshed identity, a modernized expression of Hilton, reflected through enhanced design and reimagined service touchpoints.
GREENVILLE, S.C.— As hospitality faces labor shortages, shifting guest expectations, and technology disruption, Hospitality America’s PEACH Con 2025 brought together more than 50 hotel leaders, corporate partners, and industry experts to address the trends redefining the guest experience. With the theme “Navigating New Frontiers; Where Trailblazers Thrive,” the three-day leadership conference equipped attendees with strategies to strengthen performance today while preparing for hospitality’s future.
McNeill Hotel Company (MHC) and Kothe Real Estate Partners today announced the Groundbreaking Ceremony for a 124-key Home2 Suites extended stay property in Twin Falls, ID. The ceremony took place on Tuesday, August 19th at 2005 Neilson Point Place.
As excitement builds for the much anticipated fall debut of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, the coastal retreat announces the appointment of a key member to its culinary leadership team. Joining the resort's pre-opening team is Executive Pastry Chef Eddy Dhenin, who brings exceptional talent and global perspective to the property, laying the foundation for an extraordinary dining program rooted in craftsmanship, coastal bounty, and inspired hospitality.
As excitement builds for the much anticipated fall debut of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, the coastal retreat announces the appointments of a key member to its culinary leadership team. Joining the resort's pre-opening team is Executive Chef Fabio Quarta, who brings exceptional talent and global perspective to the property, laying the foundation for an extraordinary dining program rooted in craftsmanship, coastal bounty, and inspired hospitality.
As excitement builds for the much anticipated fall debut of Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort, the coastal retreat announces the appointments of a key member to its culinary leadership team. Joining the resort's pre-opening team is Food and Beverage Director Michael Rodriguez, who brings exceptional talent and global perspective to the property, laying the foundation for an extraordinary dining program rooted in craftsmanship, coastal bounty, and inspired hospitality.
The Jay, Autograph Collection has appointed Madeline Wolfe as the Marketing & Partnership Manager - a new role for the hotel. Madeline is charged with bringing The Jay's ultra design-forward and San Francisco culture ethos to life through dynamic local partnerships, high impact on-property activations, and integrated marketing campaigns with social, public relations, and cultural relevance. She'll continue the work in tandem with PR agency, MMGY Wagstaff, to solidify The Jay as a must-visit hotel by elevating the hotel's visibility and fostering meaningful connections with San Francisco's movers, shakers and storytellers.
Thompson Austin and tommie Austin are pleased to announce the appointment of Christina Fry as general manager. Fry will oversee the day-to-day functions of the dynamic Downtown Austin hotel duo, including supervising in-house staff, managing monthly and yearly budgets, implementing marketing strategies and beyond.
Dreamscape Hospitality is proud to announce it has assumed management of the iconic St. Clair Inn, a beloved destination rich in history and newly reimagined for modern travelers. Situated just an hour northeast of Detroit, the St. Clair Inn is a hidden gem offering timeless charm, modern luxury, and an unmatched waterfront setting. Under Dreamscape’s leadership, the property is set to undergo a significant renovation and will join the Marriott Tribute Portfolio.
In celebration of National Waffle Day, Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest and most successful lodging franchisors, and its flagship hotel brand, Comfort Hotels, is spotlighting America's love for waffles and the breakfast moments that make vacations unforgettable. A new nationwide survey commissioned by Choice Hotels* reveals that waffles are far more than a morning meal – they're a cherished symbol of travel, connection, joy and the Comfort brand.