The event raised a record $2.1 million with 75 companies participating, while data shows 17% of hospitality workers have substance use disorders.
The 2026 event in Thailand brings together 600+ brands for hands-on demonstrations of kitchen workflows, housekeeping competitions, and coffee championships.
The free curriculum, developed with survivor input, will be available through 2026 and joins Marriott's existing training completed over 2.6 million times.
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation awards range from $2,500-$10,000 and applications close March 15, 2025.
HFTP and Hospitality Upgrade will host senior IT executives at W Amsterdam for strategic discussions on AI adaptation, sustainability tech, and regional technology leadership.
GBTA survey of 571 professionals across 40 countries finds 59% optimistic about 2026 despite concerns over affordability (70%) and visa/border requirements (65%).
Warns that while AI systems now preserve guest data and operational knowledge, hotels risk developing leaders who understand dashboards but lack real-world judgment.
The invite-only event launches June 15, 2026, featuring The Creator Lab for real-time content production on the HITEC show floor.
The partnership enables mutual affiliate membership, joint events, and quarterly research sharing between PATA's regional network and PHA's Phuket hotel members.
ISHC seeks nominations for professionals 35 or younger who demonstrate emerging leadership and impact in the hospitality sector.
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Asia Pacific Outdoor Lodging Association (APOLA) have entered into a formal partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
Marriott's Liam Brown will chair the 2026 board before retiring, with Davidson's Thom Geshay set to succeed him mid-year.
Hotel & Shop Plus 2026 will feature 80+ exhibitors showcasing building materials, smart hotel tech, and design solutions for the full hotel lifecycle at Shanghai's New International Expo Centre March 31-April 3.
Steve Hennis of Hotelogy will chair the 9-member board while the society grows to over 250 members globally through invitation-only membership.
Lark Hotels, which operates nearly 100 independent properties across six brands, renewed membership in BLLA to access education, networking, and advocacy resources.
Satya Anand will oversee unified U.S., Canada and CALA operations while Neal Jones takes EMEA and Federico Greppi leads CALA starting March 2026.
HITEC 2026 will host 6,000 professionals and 370+ companies in San Antonio for the industry's largest hospitality technology conference and expo.
HSMAI Europe announces three major 2026 events: Commercial Strategy Week in London, Room for Growth in Oslo, and a new Leadership Development Camp in Paris.
HospitalityNet will launch a new website in January and run a year-long AI campaign while providing a curated calendar of 2026 industry events.
WITT's new credential targets hotel leaders, spa directors, and consultants, offering certification based on five wellness pillars and practical application standards.