Corporate/Finance


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    US hotel RevPAR to grow 2% in 2025: CBRE

    Urban locations are projected to see the strongest growth this year, assuming no disruptive public policy changes.

    By April 1, 2025
  • 2024 a ‘quiet’ year for M&A in travel, hospitality sector

    Corporate deal volumes fell to their lowest levels since 2020, but hospitality companies continued to cross-pollinate through strategic partnerships and loyalty tie-ins, according to KPMG.

    By March 31, 2025
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    Deep Dive

    Following wildfires, LA hotels grapple with ‘significant financial burdens’

    Local hotel owners are up against several challenges — including the rising costs of labor and insurance — in the wake of the January disaster.

    By March 26, 2025
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    6 Trump presidency actions that could impact hotels

    Since taking office in January, President Donald Trump has made moves that could have long-term implications for hotel labor, construction and demand.

    By March 24, 2025
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    Gencom acquires Ritz-Carlton, Courtyard by Marriott in New Orleans

    The transactions — including Gencom’s 10th Ritz-Carlton buy — reflect the firm’s commitment to a “compelling” luxury hospitality market.

    By March 21, 2025
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    Crescent Hotels & Resorts names Elie Khoury chief operating officer

    The 30-year hospitality operations veteran joins the Virginia-based management company from Preston Hollow Community Capital, where he managed hotel assets.

    By March 20, 2025
  • Hotel Equities affiliate The Hotel Group and local Hogback Development Company will develop a Marriott StudioRes hotel in Moses Lake, Washington.
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    Hotel Equities adds Pinnacle Hotel Group properties to management portfolio

    The hotel owner, operator and developer announced a strategic partnership with Pinnacle to strengthen both companies’ growth efforts.

    By March 20, 2025
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    Davidson Hospitality Group names CFO, other leaders

    Harris White, who joins the hospitality management firm from Virgin Hotels, is one of several appointments intended to “propel” growth for Davidson.

    By March 20, 2025
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    Ares Management, Excel Group partner on select-service, extended stay hotel investment

    The firms are investing in a portfolio of eight limited-service, select-service and extended stay hotels under Hilton and Marriott International brands in “high demand” East Coast markets.

    By March 18, 2025
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    Vision Hospitality Group names chief growth officer

    With 35 years of hospitality experience, Mary Beth Cutshall steps into the newly created role to help lead Vision’s growth into new markets and segments.

    By March 18, 2025
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    CHIPS Act on the chopping block? What that could mean for extended stay hotels.

    President Donald Trump called on Congress to kill the law, which funds infrastructure projects nationwide. Its repeal could pose a threat to extended stay hotel demand.

    By March 17, 2025
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    MGM Resorts taps NBCUniversal exec for board

    Donna Langley will bring experience in content strategy, distribution and marketing to the board as its 13th member, per MGM Chair Paul Salem.

    By March 14, 2025
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    Manhattan lodging market ‘moves toward stabilization’: PwC

    Luxury hotels significantly outperformed their lower-priced counterparts in the borough, according to the Q4 2024 Manhattan Lodging Index.

    By March 14, 2025
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    Women unlikely to reach parity with men for 134 years: JPMorgan

    In C-suites worldwide, women are far from attaining equal status, holding only about 10% of the most powerful roles such as CEO and CFO.

    By Jim Tyson • March 13, 2025
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    Bally’s names Mira Mircheva CFO following merger

    Mircheva previously led financial operations at The Queen Casino & Entertainment, which combined with Bally’s last month.

    By March 13, 2025
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    Aimbridge Hospitality names new board of managers

    The hospitality management firm continues to make leadership changes following its balance sheet restructuring, which injected $100 million in new capital into the company.

    By March 13, 2025
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    Country Inn & Suites by Radisson performs ‘well above’ Choice Hotels’ initial goals

    The upper midscale brand experienced RevPAR growth and strong guest satisfaction ratings after adopting a new guest room design.

    By March 11, 2025
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    Extended Stay America CEO talks top growth opportunities

    As the company celebrates 30 years, Greg Juceam shares how extended stay demand is shifting and where his company is plotting expansion.

    By March 10, 2025
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    Hyatt appoints global leaders as it rethinks brand strategy

    The hotel company named a new chief growth officer, EAME group president and head of owner relations amid a brand-focused reorganization.

    By March 5, 2025
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    Starwood Hotels returns: SH Hotels & Resorts rebrands under storied name

    Founder Barry Sternlicht is reviving Starwood, following its 2016 acquisition by Marriott, in a move that will reposition his SH Hotels & Resorts for growth.

    By March 5, 2025
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    Hilton taps former Yahoo CEO for board of directors

    If Marissa Mayer clinches a board seat through election in May, she will succeed longtime Hilton director Judith McHale.

    By March 5, 2025
  • President Donald Trump speaks during a cabinet meeting at the White House on Feb. 26, 2025.
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    How are C-suites reacting to Trump’s DEI orders?

    Most are in a holding pattern, a Littler survey showed — but certain initiatives may be on the chopping block.

    By Kathryn Moody • March 5, 2025
  • Kevin Carey named AHLA Foundation CEO

    Carey will continue to serve as AHLA’s chief operating officer as he takes over at the helm of the association’s partner organization.

    By March 4, 2025
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    CEO Alex Dixon opens up about future of Resorts World Las Vegas

    Dixon, who took over at the helm of the challenged resort in January, shares his plans to drive growth through unique experiences and untapped development opportunities.

    By Feb. 28, 2025
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    AHLA CEO shares regulatory concerns with House committee

    Rosanna Maietta testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Education and Workforce, expressing the burden of inflation and overregulation on hotels.

    By Feb. 28, 2025