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HSMAI and HEDNA Collaborate to Broaden Knowledge Resources and Distribution Opportunities
HSMAI | October 26, 2023
McLean, VA (Oct. 26, 2023) – The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) and the Hotel Electronic Distribution Networking Association (HEDNA) announce a partnership for the mutual benefit of their members and the hospitality industry. The hospitality industry will gain from the combined knowledge and expertise from each organization. The collaboration will elevate HSMAI’s distribution capabilities and expand the educational content and insights shared with their constituents. “This new partnership between HSMAI and HEDNA will focus in areas where the two organizations have synergy with our mutual hotel st...
Live From HEDNA Lisbon: Top Experts Share Practical Advice for Hoteliers
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) | June 22, 2018
Washington, DC (June 22, 2018) There were many perspectives on the state of global distribution featured across three days of education, keynotes, and deep-dive panel discussions. From iterating your business models to understanding how payments continue to evolve, here are 7 observations from in and around HEDNA Lisbon 2018. On marketing to millennials – and anyone else online The most vivid keynote of the week came from Steve Bartlett, the founder of social media consultancy Social Change. Beyond the prototypical inspirational founder story, Steve offered some very specific advice for brands defined success selling to consumers ...
HEDNA Announces Diverse Speaker Lineup and Refreshing Program for Global Distribution Conference in Lisbon
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) | May 3, 2018
Conference to showcase thought leaders, innovations, new ideas, and a different perspective on guest and customer engagement. Washington, DC (May 3, 2018) – HEDNA, the Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association, has announced the speaker lineup and agenda for the 2018 Distribution Conference in Lisbon, Portugal from June 4 to 6, 2018. The gathering is the only event that connects the most innovative thinkers, hospitality professionals, technology providers and experts across the globe. Click here to register for the event which is already on the way to selling out. 'A Conversation with Tomorrow's Guest,' is the theme o...
Paving the Way to the Future: Round up of the Award-Winning Hotel & Travel Tech Startups to Watch
Alan E. Young | March 21, 2018
By Alan E. Young Today's world is constantly changing, and the travel and hotel industry is facing many technological challenges and intense competition. When competition is at such a fever pace, innovation is everything. Across various platforms and specialties, we are seeing the enthusiastic embrace of ambitious thought leaders, entrepreneurs and start-ups who are fearlessly carving out their vision of the future. In the past, there were yearly events that enabled travel and hotel technology providers to showcase their current solutions to prospective buyers. Now, due to the rapid change of technology and its impact on the industry, a...
2018 HEDNA Distribution Conference Exceeds Expectations
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) | February 13, 2018
Conference held in Austin closes with record attendance, sets stage for upcoming European June event in Lisbon Washington, DC (February 13, 2018) – The HEDNA Global Distribution Conference concluded its annual event in Austin, Texas with a record number of attendees, captivating keynotes, educational sessions, interviews and engaging discussions. The overwhelming sentiment from all at the event was how relevant and important HEDNA conferences are for hoteliers to participate in if they want to stay informed, understand and compete in today's dynamic landscape. "We are extremely happy with the turnout and the amazing content th...
HEDNA Tackles Costly Payment Challenges at January 2018 Global Distribution Conference in Austin
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) | January 8, 2018
Industry leaders and experts present trends, insights, innovations and best practices to help hoteliers optimize payments, security, privacy, data and distribution strategies Washington, DC (January 8, 2018) – The upcoming HEDNA (Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association) Global Distribution Conference has become the go-to place for hotel industry payment insights, education and best practices. The nearly sold-out event will deliver the most comprehensive information, resources, and dialogue to help hoteliers gain control of the complexities associated with regulations, virtual payments, data security, GDPR and guest deman...
2018 HEDNA Conference in Austin Attracts Global Industry Leaders & Attendees
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) | December 19, 2017
Attendees Come from Far and Wide to Discuss Hotel Distribution Challenges, Explore Innovations and Share Best Practices Washington, DC (December 19, 2017) –HEDNA (the Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association) is gearing up to host the Global Distribution Conference from January 29 through the 31, 2018. Leaders and experts from across the globe will meet in Austin, Texas for three days of technology and industry-focused keynotes, networking, breakout sessions and discussions. Innovation in Technology is the theme of this year's conference and the action packaged agenda is set to deliver the most comprehensive information,...
HEDNA Data Analytics Survey Generates Significant Industry Response, Results to be Presented at Austin Conference in January
Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association (HEDNA) | November 30, 2017
Over 1100 global hoteliers and partners respond to data analytics survey to assist HEDNA in developing best practices for managing and utilizing hotel specific data Washington, DC (November 30, 2017) – After launching its Hotel Analytics Working Group Survey only six weeks ago, HEDNA (the Hotel Electronic Distribution Network Association) today announced a record-breaking first completion rate of over 1100 participants, who represent 45,000 hotels based on the submissions from international chains, hotel groups and independent hotels. The results of the comprehensive study will be presented at HEDNA's upcoming conference with plan...
