Human Resources USA & Canada

January 27, 2020

Too Busy to Text? Beekeeper Rolls Out Voice Messaging for Chats at ALIS 2020

Today at the Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) here, Beekeeper is launching a new push-to-talk feature for chats designed for hoteliers who are too busy to spend time manually typing out messages to their teams. Rather than using less secure consumer platforms like WhatsApp to record, share and receive voice messages, the new feature will enable hotel management and staff to communicate more quickly and efficiently while on-the-go.

Beekeeper

Los Angeles, California, United States

Press Release

January 27, 2020

Human Rights Campaign Names MGM Resorts International One Of The "Best Places To Work For LGBTQ Equality"

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) is proud to announce that it received a perfect score of 100 on the 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the nation's premier benchmarking survey and report on corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality, administered by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Foundation. MGM Resorts joins the ranks of more than 680 major U.S. businesses that also earned top marks this year.

MGM Resorts International

United States

Press Release

January 23, 2020

Wyndham Destinations Receives Two National Honors Recognizing Its Culture of Workplace Inclusion

For the second year in a row, Wyndham Destinations (NYSE:WYND), the world's largest vacation ownership and exchange company, was awarded two distinguished national honors for its commitment to workplace inclusion and diversity.

Wyndham Destinations

United States

Press Release

January 22, 2020

HRC Recognizes Airbnb as One of the Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality

Since 2016, Airbnb has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) as a top workplace for the LGBTQ community, scoring a 100 percent on the organization's annual Corporate Equality Index (CEI). Airbnb is proud to receive the designation this year, joining more than 680 major U.S. businesses.

Airbnb

United States

Press Release

January 22, 2020

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) announced today that it received a perfect score on the 2020 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), a national benchmarking survey and report on practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality, administrated by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRC). The honor marks Wyndham's second consecutive year earning a perfect score on the CEI, designating the company as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality every year since the company's inception.

Wyndham

United States

External Article

January 2, 2020

This Union Defeated Airbnb. Now It’s Taking Aim at a New Target.

With the presidential campaign of Mayor Bill de Blasio foundering from the start, desperation mode hit early. He needed money, support — anything that might prolong his chances.

The New York Times

United States

Supplier News

December 30, 2019

Ed Chapel to join HRS Hospitality & Retail Systems as an Executive Board Member

HRS Hospitality & Retail Systems, Oracle Hospitality's largest global Platinum Partner, has announced that Ed Chapel will join the company's Executive Board on January 1st, 2020. Ed will play a leading role in planning the company's growth in North America.

HRS Hospitality & Retail Systems

United States

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Press Release

December 18, 2019

Aramark Executive Javid Baig Named Conti Professor in the Penn State School of Hospitality Management

The Penn State School of Hospitality Management has named Javid Baig, senior vice president and chief client offer, North America at Aramark, as the 2019-20 Walter J. Conti Visiting Professor. The Conti Professorship Program was established by alumni and friends of the Penn State School of Hospitality Management in 1987 to honor alumnus Walter J. Conti for his contributions to the school, Penn State and the hospitality profession. Industry leaders have served as Conti Visiting Professors each year since 1988.

Penn State School of Hospitality Management

Pennsylvania, United States

Press Release

December 18, 2019

The Grand Summit Hotel Appoints Thomas Riccardi General Manager

The Grand Summit Hotel, a historic hotel serving the greater New York area, has appointed 34-year hospitality industry veteran Thomas Riccardi as general manager, responsible for overseeing the hotel's operations, sales, marketing, security, maintenance, housekeeping and accounting.

The Grand Summit Hotel

Summit, New Jersey, United States

Press Release

December 4, 2019

Radisson Hotel Group Announces Leadership Departure In The Americas

Radisson Hotel Group today announced that Ken Greene, President, Americas has resigned from his position with the company for personal reasons effective December 2, 2019. The company has embarked on a search for his replacement.

Radisson Hotel Group

United States

Press Release

November 26, 2019

California Hotel & Lodging Association Announces 2020 Board of Directors

The California Hotel & Lodging Association (CHLA) elected its 2020 Board of Directors during its annual meeting on November 21, 2019, at the Claremont Club and Spa.

CH&LA

California, United States

Press Release

November 22, 2019

Parents at Hilton Reflect on Family-Friendly Workplace Culture

Hilton was recently recognized, for the second year in a row, as the 2019 Best Workplace for Parents™ in the U.S. by Great Place to Work®.

Hilton

United States

Press Release

November 21, 2019

STR’s SHARE Center crowns winners of Student Market Study Competition in New York

STR's SHARE Center crowned a graduate team from the University of North Texas and an undergraduate team from Michigan State University as the winners of the fifth STR Student Market Study Competition held earlier this month in New York.

CoStar

United States

Press Release

November 15, 2019

Hilton Ranked #1 Workplace for Parents for Second Consecutive Year

For the second consecutive year, Hilton has topped the Best Workplace for Parents list by Fortune magazine and Great Place to Work®. This recognition marks the third year in a row that the global hospitality company has ranked among the top workplaces for parents in the U.S. and the second year in a row at the number one spot. Parents at Hilton appreciate an inclusive environment coupled with industry-leading benefits thoughtfully designed to help them achieve their personal and professional goals.

Hilton

United States

Press Release

November 15, 2019

FAU Student, Kirby Lynn Gilmore, Awarded 7th Annual Dr. Peter Ricci Scholarship Through HSMAI South Florida

HSMAI South Florida continued the awarding of its Dr. Peter Ricci Scholarship at the 2019 Annual GALA held at the Margaritaville Resort in Hollywood, Florida. Professor Greg Bohan, Instructor in the Hospitality and Tourism Management Program at Florida Atlantic University (FAU) presented a check to student Kirby Lynn Gilmore, an upper-division student at Florida Atlantic University with an anticipated graduation date of December, 2020. Kirby received a $2000 contribution to her educational pursuits.

Florida Atlantic University (FAU)

Florida, United States

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November 6, 2019

La Quinta® by Wyndham Eases Stress on Busiest Business Travel Day of the Year

La Quinta® by Wyndham, a trusted hotel brand among career commuters, is helping relieve stress for business travelers on November 20 - the busiest business travel day of the year - when nearly 60% more people are hitting the road than usual. According to the latest "La Quinta Means Business" survey, 96% of business travelers have had to travel for work the week before Thanksgiving and 81% of them feel they're likely to experience stress as a result.

Wyndham

United States

Press Release

November 4, 2019

In Memoriam, A Tribute to Professor Patrick “Chip” Cassidy

Professor Patrick "Chip" Cassidy, founder and director of the Wine Program at the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University, passed away peacefully on October 28th in-home hospice care. The cause of death was complications of esophageal cancer. Considered South Florida's foremost wine expert and affectionately known as "Miami's Wine Guru," Professor Cassidy brought his love of wine, travel and country to his students and to the South Florida community.

FIU

Florida, United States

Opinion Article

October 23, 2019

Are You Loud Or Silent In The Panic Button Debate?

It seems like out of nowhere, electronic safety devices (ESDs) have gone from aspirational trend to legislated mandate for hotels. But when you think of it, it's been a long time coming.

By Larry Mogelonsky, Partner, Hotel Mogel Consulting Limited

United States

Press Release

October 11, 2019

Loews Chairman Jonathan Tish Announced as Keynote Speaker at 2020 HR in Hospitality Conference

As Chairman and CEO of Loews Hotels & Co, Tisch has led Loews' expansion and emergence as a prominent hotel company. He's recognized as a leader of the multi-billion dollar travel industry and was voted "Hotelier of the World" by HOTELS magazine. See him speak about creating partnerships that empower, satisfy, and contribute at the HR in Hospitality Conference 2020.

Cornell

Miami, Florida, United States

Press Release

October 9, 2019

Hotel Industry Marks Significant Progress Toward 2020 Nationwide Implementation of Safety Devices

One year after a historic announcement pledging to increase safety and security at America's hotels, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced a 230 percent increase in members participating in the 5-Star Promise, growing the commitment to 56 hotel companies. Participating hotels have made significant progress over the past year in deploying employee safety devices (ESDs), with devices already provided in several markets, including New York, Washington, Chicago, Seattle and Miami Beach, and a goal of nationwide implementation by 2020.

AH&LA

United States