U.S. Food Waste Pact Report Shows Less Food Being Wasted in Retail and Foodservice Sectors
Retail unsold food rates dropped 1.1% while foodservice waste efficiency improved 5.7%, with pilot programs achieving over 50% waste reduction.
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Arizona House of Representatives recognizes hotel industry for efforts to prevent human trafficking
The proclamation recognizes hotel training programs that have been completed 2.6 million times since 2020 through the No Room for Trafficking initiative.
Ninth Annual Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes Reception at ALIS Unites 75 Hospitality Companies Raises $2.1 Million to Advance Solutions to the Addiction Crisis
The event raised a record $2.1 million with 75 companies participating, while data shows 17% of hospitality workers have substance use disorders.
Hilton, Hyatt and IHG Hotels & Resorts Create Modernized, Updated Human Trafficking Prevention Training
The free curriculum, developed with survivor input, will be available through 2026 and joins Marriott's existing training completed over 2.6 million times.
Georgia Leaders and Hospitality Industry Unite to Reaffirm Commitment to Human Trafficking Prevention Efforts
Georgia officials and major hotel associations announced expanded human trafficking prevention training requirements for hospitality staff statewide.
Building Sustainable Hotel Operations for the Modern Traveler
Hilton Anaheim's multimillion-dollar renovation integrated LED lighting, smart controls, and bulk amenities, achieving emissions reductions equivalent to removing 1,700 cars from the road.
By Steve Karwoski, Area Director of Property Operations, Hilton Worldwide, Hilton
Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming Sustain Commitment to Prevent Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Industry with New Global Initiatives and Expanded Programs
Hard Rock expands anti-trafficking programs with 143,510 trained team members, reaching 3.2 million students through education and adding 10 new properties to their intervention network.
Colicchio Consulting Releases 2026 Food Hall Report Highlighting Rapid Expansion, as the Segment Grows Nearly 25% Over Two Years
The report tracks 458 operating food halls with 114 more in development, showing Florida leading with 17 planned projects.
American Hotel & Lodging Association Joins the U.S. Food Waste Pact
AHLA becomes the 30th signatory to the voluntary pact aimed at reducing the 10% of food waste that comes from lodging, equivalent to $17 billion annually.
What Guests Prefer Today: Travel-Size Toiletries or Refillable Systems? A Look at Hospitality in the USA
Analysis covers regulatory changes in California, New York, Illinois, and Washington driving hotels toward bulk dispensers over traditional mini bottles.
By Camilo Sosa, E-commerce Manager, Hotel Items (A & S Suppliers, Inc.)