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Hospitality Construction: Trends and Challenges for the Future
By Robert O'Halloran, Professor & Director, Hospitality Management, East Carolina University
Construction is a key factor in the past, present and future of the hospitality industry. Construction can create a develop a collaborative effort that encompasses, supply chain considerations, operational efficiencies, interior design, sustainability and more. This article will review construction and development trends that keep hospitality products current and discuss what managers and decision makers need to know about construction.
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Re-Inventing Hotel Procurement Payments: How Digital Transformation is Strengthening Trust, Security, and Efficiency
By Phil Beck, GM, BirchStreet Pay, BirchStreet Systems
Modernizing procurement payments is becoming essential for hotels seeking stronger security, enhanced sustainability, and improved supplier trust. Outdated, paper-based methods slow operations, increase fraud risk, and strain vendor relationships. By shifting to automated digital payments, virtual cards, embedded workflows and by leveraging real-time data, hotels can reduce costs, improve cash flow visibility, and enhance ESG performance, creating a more resilient and future-ready financial ecosystem that is optimized towards sustainable growth.
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DAILY HEADLINES - Monday Jan 12, 2026
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Serving Success: Professional Association Trends
By Justin Taillon, Full Professor & Department Head, Highline College's Hospitality & Tourism Mgt
Many hoteliers outsource their professional development to the companies they work for. Hoteliers are ultimately accountable to themselves for their own professional development though. An alternate to outsourcing our professional development is associations. We can gain access to a wealth of resources, networking opportunities, and specialized knowledge that transcends company boundaries by actively participating in industry associations. It could constitute a strategic move that aligns your personal career goals with the trends shaping hospitality and tourism.
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Key Drivers of Brand Value and Revenue in the Hotel Sector
By Alfred DuPuy, Director, Valuation & Strategy, Brand Finance
In today's fiercely competitive marketplace, the cultivation and management of robust brand equity remains critical to hotel brands' success. Building trust and credibility among guests while nurturing distinctive satisfaction has become paramount for improving both brand value and revenue management.
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Beyond The Spa: Cultivating Wellness in Hotels
By Shannon Seay, Project Director, H-CPM
In a post-pandemic world, leisure and business travelers alike are seeking opportunities to incorporate wellness into their routines. Regardless of an overnight or extended stay, the contemporary traveler wants to know how their holistic wellness is improving while a hotel guest. As renovations and new construction abound in a mandate-free world, industry professionals are offered an opportunity to explore wellness enhancements across their portfolio and beyond.
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4 Trends Shaping the Future of Hotel Experiences and How to Best Monitor Customer Loyalty
By Kim Lawton, Founder & CEO, Enthuse Marketing Group
In an era where travelers crave personalized and memorable experiences, hotels are uniquely positioned to redefine the essence of hospitality. By partnering with various brands, these establishments are not just offering rooms but are transforming stays into unforgettable journeys for their loyalty program members. This strategic move aims to elevate brand loyalty and encourage repeat visits, setting a new standard in the hospitality industry.
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