General Management

Shai Zelering Honored By UJA-Federation of New York

UJA Federation, the world’s largest local philanthropy, which funds hundreds of nonprofits and seeds grassroots organizations working individually and together, responding to ongoing challenges and emerging issues around the world, held its annual Hospitality Division reception on June 1, 2025, at the Marriott Marquis in New York City. The reception honored Shai Zelering, Managing Partner, Real Estate, Brookfield, in recognition of his professional and philanthropic achievements. The event raised $1,200,000 to support UJA-Federation of New York’s efforts to help those in crisis throughout the world.

Verge Management LLC Selects TPG Hotels & Resorts to Manage Portfolio of Marriott Select Service Hotels

TPG Hotels & Resorts, one of the nation's premier hospitality management firms, announced today that it has been selected by Verge Management LLC to manage a portfolio of five Marriott-branded select service hotels located in Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas. The agreement marks a significant expansion for TPG in the South-Central United States and adds to its growing roster of select-service properties.

Hoteliers Descend on Capitol Hill for Critical Industry Discussions

This week, members of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) – the leading voice of the U.S. hotel industry – traveled from across the country to meet with congressional leaders and discuss pressing legislative priorities vital for the hospitality sector. During the ongoing Budget Reconciliation and tax negotiations, more than 250 AHLA members held meetings with lawmakers across the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

InnVentures Expands Pacific Northwest Portfolio With Residence Inn Seattle Northgate Station

InnVentures, a hotel management company specializing in premium select-service and extended stay hotels, announces today the addition of Residence Inn Seattle Northgate Station. The new hotel, developed by Simon, a global leader in premier shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, continues a decades-long relationship between InnVentures and Residence Inn, and adds an important hospitality amenity to the burgeoning Northgate Station complex.

University Inn Acquired by A Fund Affiliated with Onelin Capital Corporation and Its Partners, Staypineapple Hotels Inc. to Manage Property under Management and Licensing Agreement

Staypineapple Hotels Inc., a Pacific Northwest-based hospitality management and licensing company, most notably recognized for its management of the 10 Staypineapple hotels across the United States, announces that University Inn has been acquired by OneRE Apartment Fund LLC, a company affiliated with Onelin Capital Corporation, a U.S.-based multi-asset investment, real estate development and management firm.

Hotel Equities Forms Strategic Partnership with Pinnacle Hotel Group

Hotel owner, operator and developer, Hotel Equities (“HE”), announced today a strategic partnership with well-respected, Arkansas-based Pinnacle Hotel Group. Pinnacle’s current hotel portfolio and its robust development pipeline will be integrated into Hotel Equities’ management platform effective May 1st and includes properties from globally recognized brands Marriott, Hilton, and IHG.

AAHOA Members Champion for Hotel Industry Priorities in Washington as New Administration Takes Office

AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association), the largest hotel owners association in the world, held its Spring National Advocacy Conference (SNAC) in Washington, D.C., bringing together hotel owners from across the country to engage directly with lawmakers. As part of AAHOA’s year-round advocacy efforts, these national advocacy conferences take place twice a year—each spring and fall—to ensure that the voices of America’s hotel owners remain a priority in federal policymaking.