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January 18, 2024

Critical considerations for hospitality litigation, arbitration & alternate dispute resolution clauses in hotel contracts

Mark S. Adams is an experienced trial lawyer, partner, and senior member of JMBM’s Global Hospitality Group®. In his more than 14 years with the Firm, Mark has created an international reputation as a Hotel Dispute Lawyer, handling litigation, arbitration, jury trials, and alternate dispute resolution in hundreds of matters affecting hotels, resorts, restaurants, and other hospitality properties. But not every matter should, or does, end up in litigation. Mark also provides pre-litigation strategic advice to avoid litigation and optimize a client’s position for settlement where possible.

By Mark Adams, Partner at Blank Rome LLP, Blank Rome

January 16, 2024

Jim Butler to Receive California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC] Lifetime Achievement Award

Officials of the California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC], the only hospitality conference focused on the California hotel market, today announced that Jim Butler, founding partner of Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell LLP, and founder and chairman of the Firm's Global Hospitality Group®, will receive the prestigious lifetime achievement award at the upcoming event being held March 6-7, 2024 at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, Calif.

California Lodging Investment Conference [CLIC] and JMM

California, United States

January 16, 2024

A-1 Hospitality Group Awarded Management of Two Sea-Tac Airport Hotels

A-1 Hospitality Group, a family owned and operated hotel management and development company based in Kennewick, Washington today announced that it has been awarded new management contracts on the Hampton Inn by Hilton Seattle Airport and the La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Seattle Sea-Tac Airport. Both properties are owned by Airport Investment Company, Inc. of Seattle, Washington.

A1 Hospitality Group

Seattle, Washington, United States

January 10, 2024

New Labor Department regulation will harm hotels and independent contractors

American Hotel & Lodging Association President & CEO Chip Rogers issued the following statement today after the Department of Labor released a new regulation that radically changes the way workers are classified as independent contractors or employees. The regulation, which is scheduled to take effect in March, will limit opportunities for individuals to work as independent contractors and hurt hotels’ ability to maintain operations.

January 5, 2024

Aligned Hospitality Management Adds La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham NW Tucson Marana to Portfolio

Aligned Hospitality Management is continuing to expand its presence in Southern Arizona with the addition of La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham NW Tucson Marana in Tucson, AZ, elevating its total portfolio to 21 properties. This strategic acquisition underscores the company’s sustained momentum in the region.

Aligned Hospitality Management

Tuscon, Arizona, United States

December 21, 2023

Travel Industry Applauds Biden Administration Action to Protect, Grow International Travel to the United States

U.S. Travel Association President and CEO Geoff Freeman issued the following statement on the U.S. Departments of State and Homeland Security extending the visa interview waiver authority for low-risk applicants, which was set to expire on December 31.

U.S. Travel Association

Opinion Article

December 20, 2023

The Final Check-Out: Bidding Farewell to Undisclosed Mandatory Resort Fees

In October this year, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law (effective July 1, 2024) a sweeping ban on pricing goods and services without including all mandatory fees or charges.

By Mark Adams, Partner at Blank Rome LLP, Blank Rome

The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter.

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December 14, 2023

PM Hotel Group Adds Aloft Katy Mills to Its Portfolio

PM Hotel Group, a leading hotel management company based in the Washington, D.C. metro area, has been selected to assume management of the Aloft Katy Mills, a modern and vibrant hotel nestled in the heart of the Katy Boardwalk District outside of Houston, Texas. This new addition to the PM Hotel Group portfolio further highlights the company’s significant expansion in the dynamic Texas market.

Katy, Texas, United States

December 13, 2023

Meet JMBM Partners at EB-5 & Global Immigration Expo

Join JMBM partners Jim Butler, Catherine DeBono Holmes and David Sudeck on January 15-16, 2024, in Newport Beach, California, at the upcoming EB-5 & Global Immigration Expo, hosted by EB5Investors.com magazine and Uglobal Immigration Magazine. At the conference, these JMBM partners will be honored for their inclusion on EB5 Investors Magazine’s “Top 15 Corporate and Securities Attorneys” list for 2023. Read the Top 25 issue of EB5 Investors Magazine here.

December 12, 2023

Crescent Hotels & Resorts Adds The Josie Hotel, An Autograph Collection to Latitudes Portfolio

Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the award-winning hotel management company, announced today the addition of The Josie Hotel, An Autograph Collection to its Latitudes: Lifestyles by Crescent portfolio. Recognized among North America’s top ski hotels, The Josie is an award-winning ski-in/ski-out boutique hotel nestled at the base of the independent RED Mountain Resort in Rossland, British Columbia.

Rossland, British Columbia, United States

December 8, 2023

Hotel Lawyer: Los Angeles City Council Withdraws Controversial Ballot Initiative

On December 5, 2023, the Los Angeles City Council removed a contentious measure from the March 2024 ballot which would have required hotels in the city to provide accommodation for homeless individuals alongside paying customers. The proposed ordinance, initially sponsored by hospitality worker union UNITE HERE Local 11, was withdrawn at the request of the union following a compromise ordinance.

Los Angeles, California, United States

December 8, 2023

Stonebridge Cos. Acquires Five-Property Portfolio Across U.S.

Stonebridge Cos. (“Stonebridge”), a privately owned, nationally recognized, innovative hotel owner and manager headquartered in Denver, acquired a five-property, approximately 1,200 key hotel portfolio spanning the U.S. in late November.

Stonebridge Companies

December 7, 2023

AHLA statement regarding Supreme Court decision in landmark hotel case

After the U.S. Supreme Court vacated and remanded the case of Acheson Hotels, LLC v. Laufer to the First Circuit Court of Appeals, American Hotel & Lodging Association President & CEO Chip Rogers released the following statement:

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December 7, 2023

HSMAI Announces 2023 Top 25 Extraordinary Minds

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) announces the Top 25 Extraordinary Minds awardees to be presented in conjunction with the HSMAI Adrian Awards Celebration on February 13, 2024, at the New York Marriott Marquis. These awards recognize exceptional Sales, Marketing, Revenue Optimization, and Distribution leaders in hospitality, travel, and tourism organizations for their achievements in the preceding 18 months. Selected by a panel of top industry executives, the Top 25 Extraordinary Minds are high achievers who stand out through their creativity and innovation, cutting-edge campaigns, triumph in challenging situations, and efforts that resulted in dramatic gains.

December 7, 2023

AHLA statement on defeat of LA homeless-in-hotels ballot initiative

American Hotel & Lodging Association President & CEO Chip Rogers released the below statement today after the Los Angeles City Council voted to withdraw from the March 2024 ballot a union-backed measure that would have required all hotels in the city to house homeless people next to paying guests.

California, United States

December 7, 2023

The Athens Group and Hatteras Sky Select Pivot to Manage Asher Adams, an Autograph Collection Hotel, in Salt Lake City, Utah

The Athens Group, a luxury hospitality development company, known for the creation of generational hotels and resorts, along with its partner, Hatteras Sky, a commercial real estate firm focused on multifamily and hospitality development in high-growth American markets, are pleased to announce they have selected Pivot, the lifestyle operating vertical of Davidson Hospitality Group, to operate and manage Asher Adams, its 225-room Marriott Autograph Collection hotel in downtown Salt Lake City.

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

November 30, 2023

Remington Hospitality to Manage Newly Renovated La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection

Remington Hospitality, a leading hotel management company, today announces the rebranding of Crowne Plaza La Concha Hotel in Key West, Florida, to La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection. Remington Hospitality, which managed the property previously, will continue its reputation of excellence in conjunction with sister company Premier, which is spearheading the renovation’s interior design, procurement, and project management. The project is slated for completion in early 2024.

Key West, Florida, United States

November 29, 2023

PM Hotel Group Selected to Manage Holiday Inn Dallas Market Center

PM Hotel Group, a leading hotel management company based in greater Washington, D.C., has been chosen to take over management of the Holiday Inn Dallas Market Center. Known for its commitment to excellence, PM Hotel Group is poised to implement proven strategies and operational efficiencies to ensure the success of the hotel. The addition of Holiday Inn Dallas Market Center to the PM Hotel Group portfolio marks the continued expansion of the company’s presence in Texas.

Dallas, Texas, United States

November 29, 2023

AHLA member to Congress: DOL rule will hurt hotel employees, small business owners

Today at 10:15 a.m. ET in room 2175 of the Rayburn House Office Building, American Hotel & Lodging Association Board Member and Principal of Sita Ram LLC Jagruti Panwala will testify before Congress in opposition to the Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposal to raise the overtime salary exemption threshold for executive, administrative, and professional employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

November 17, 2023

First Hospitality Strengthens Indianapolis Presence with Hotel Indy

First Hospitality, a national hotel operating and development company, assumed management of Hotel Indy in Indianapolis, Indiana. The property marks First Hospitality’s first hotel with owner group KennMar.

First Hospitality

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States