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AAHOA Expresses Disappointment Over Passage of New York City Council’s Safe Hotels Act
AAHOA | October 24, 2024
ATLANTA, GA, OCTOBER 24, 2024 — AAHOA (Asian American Hotel Owners Association) is deeply disappointed by the New York City Council's decision to pass the Safe Hotels Act on Wednesday, October 23, despite recent revisions. While the exemption for hotels with fewer than 100 rooms offers relief to some, AAHOA remains concerned about the adverse effects of this legislation on the broader hotel industry, particularly minority-owned businesses. The revisions fail to address industry leaders' critical concerns throughout the legislative process. The Safe Hotels Act (Int. No. 991-C) threatens to disrupt normal hotel operations and could in
Vanessa Ledesma Appointed CEO for Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA)
Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association | October 24, 2024
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (October 24, 2024) – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) celebrates a historic moment with the official appointment of Vanessa Ledesma as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This announcement coincides with Ledesma’s 25th Anniversary with the CHTA this month, marking a significant milestone in her journey with the organization. Ledesma, who has served as Acting CEO and Director General for the past three years, is recognized for her remarkable leadership and contributions. Starting her career with CHTA in 1999 as a meeting planner, she quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the first woman in an e
VERANÓ Hotels + Resorts Appoints Pierre-Alex Maillard as Area General Manager
VERANÓ Hotels + Resorts | October 24, 2024
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico, October 24, 2024 — VERANÓ Hotels + Resorts proudly announces the appointment of Pierre-Alex Maillard as Area General Manager. Pierre-Alex will lead the team at VERANÓ San Juan, which is the first of three new luxury lifestyle hotels slated for Puerto Rico by VERANÓ. With a rich heritage in luxury and lifestyle hotels in some of the world’s most celebrated destinations, including St Barths, The Hamptons, and Miami, Pierre-Alex brings twenty years of leadership in delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving operational success. His most recent role as general manager of Hyde Midtown Miami, where he
Coury Hospitality Announces Promotions Across Oklahoma Properties
Coury Hospitality | October 24, 2024
Lifestyle hospitality management company Coury Hospitality today announced the promotions of two general area managers, Patrick Dougherty of The National, Autograph Collection and The Barfield Hotel, Autograph Collection and Delane McCoy of Colcord Hotel and The Ambassador Hotel Tulsa as well as Justin George, general manager of NOUN Hotel. “Patrick, Delane and Justin have all been instrumental leaders within Coury Hospitality’s success in Oklahoma,” said Emre Topcu, Regional Vice President of Operations, Coury Hospitality. “We are looking forward to see how they continue to grow and support their properties across the region.”
Under Canvas To Launch First Pacific Northwest Camp in the Columbia River Gorge Region of Washington, Near Oregon’s Mount Hood
Under Canvas | October 24, 2024
DENVER, CO. (Oct 24, 2024) – Today, Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, announced Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge – the company’s first-ever Pacific Northwest location – will open in the summer of 2025. The brand’s 13th camp, Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge, is set on a stunningly beautiful 120-acre property perched along the majestic Columbia River Gorge in Washington’s White Salmon River Valley, a region known for its towering peaks, famed waterfalls and beautiful wineries. Surrounded by pine and oak forested hillsides in the heart of the region’s wine country, this spectacular camp features breathta
Department of the Air Force To Commercialize Lodging Program
Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center | October 24, 2024
ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) – In an effort to ensure a sustainable lodging business model, the Department of the Air Force has decided to pursue commercialization of its lodging program within the United States, its territories, and possessions. In 2023, DAF leadership completed an in-depth analysis of the DAF lodging program and determined the best way to sustain it is through commercialization. With a portfolio of many facilities at or approaching expected service life, new construction and renovation is now needed at many locations to meet the needs of official travelers. In Fiscal Year 2019, the DAF completed an Office of the Secretary of
UAE’s Dex Squared Hospitality Secures Historic Contract for Baghdad’s First Luxury 5-Star Hotel
Dex Squared Hospitality | October 24, 2024
DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 24, 2024-- Dex Squared Hospitality, a leading hospitality management company in the UAE, has achieved a monumental milestone, winning a prestigious contract to develop the World Heart Hotel Brand and Operate Baghdad's first 5-star luxury hotel. This landmark 320-room property, comprising 285 hotel rooms, 35 upscale suites and 54 luxury apartments, is set to redefine Iraq's hospitality landscape. Dex Squared Hospitality's involvement underscores the company's expanding regional footprint "We are excited to bring our innovative approach to hotel operations and brand development to Iraq," said Kevork
Hotel Association of NYC Applauds Passage of Safe Hotels Act
HANYC | October 24, 2024
NEW YORK--The Hotel Association of New York City (HANYC) issued the following statement regarding the New York City Council’s passage of Intro 991, known as the “Safe Hotels Act.” Vijay Dandapani, President and CEO of the Hotel Association of New York City, said: “After hard-fought negotiation and necessary adjustments that exempt small hotels from onerous costs and all hotels from arbitrary licensing rules, the legislation passed today by the City Council will create a fair and practical standard for hotels that will protect both our industry and employees – and also provide the best possible experience for our guests so that