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Bob Caputo

I have three words for hotel executives, which may as well be the title of their collective mission: Health and Wellness. Which is to say, the new approach to hospitality - the experience every vacationer deserves to enjoy, and every business traveler has a right to receive - is a healthy atmosphere, a place that exudes the virtues of fitness and nutrition; be it an urban property or a resort location, a boutique destination or a five-star hacienda amidst lush acreage and the soft winds of a turquoise sea; be it a high-end spot or a workaday building, suitable for conferences or company meetings, where a health and wellness expert can consult with a hotel executive - or speak directly to guests - about how to achieve these goals. READ MORE

David Lund

Outsourcing your hotel accounting is an unintelligent move, that is my opinion and I am going to make my case right here. When I refer to outsourcing, I am talking about a third party provider, not a centralized function. Any good decision comes down to more pros than cons. I often work with clients on decisions and we often make two lists. Good things that can come from a decision and how we can amplify them, then the bad things that could and would happen and how we can minimize them. READ MORE

Erik Wolf

Good restaurants are often known for something that they do really well. Perhaps they always have the freshest fish, their pasta is handmade, or the service is unparalleled. Travelers who return to a hotel or restaurant they loved on a past visit, frequent their past favorite places because they want to relive their past experience and positive past memories. Restaurateurs face a delicate balancing act in menu preparation when choosing to innovate vs. maintain their status quo and past consistency. What steps can you take to meet the expectations of travelers and regulars alike? READ MORE

Peter  Karpinski

In an age where new restaurants are popping up on every corner and shuttering just as fast, the idea of developing an original concept and growing it to a multi-unit business seems next to impossible. In my experience, the most original concepts begin with a blank canvas and a group of passionate individuals. A continued focus on: distinctive consumer experiences, unmatched food and beverage offerings, superior service, consistency, an approachable atmosphere, and constant competitive innovation is what paves the way to success. READ MORE

Jonathan Wilson

As hospitality professionals with nearly 5,000 hotels worldwide, we are always looking for ways to be more efficient, effective and cutting edge. It's what our guests expect from us, and it's what gives each hotel a competitive advantage. For us at Hilton, that means making traveling easier and frankly, more enjoyable, with our smart design, authentic hospitality, and innovative restaurant concepts. We know food and drink is an important part of any visit, so we set about imagining how we could help owners deliver creative restaurants efficiently and effectively and drive loyalty and repeat guests. READ MORE

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