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Virdee Wins Big at the 2023 AAHOA Tech Pitch Competition

AAHOA Tech Pitch Competition
  AAHOA, the nation’s largest hotel owner’s association, wrapped its most successful annual convention yet. AAHOACON 23, which unfolded in Los Angeles from April 11-14 of this Read more

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The Importance of Legal Counsel to Major League Organizations
June 2, 2023

Live sporting events continue to be at the forefront of entertainment in America year after year. Between enthused fans, good food and drinks, and anticipation for record-breaking moments, the ambiance of a stadium on a game day is unmatched. However, behind the scenes of our beloved stadiums and sports traditions lies term sheets and contracts […]

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Divergence Between Stocks and Bonds
The Divergence Between Stocks and Bonds & Emerging Market Trends
June 2, 2023

As the world of investing continues to evolve, it’s crucial for industry leaders to keep pace with the shifting landscape. One particular topic gaining traction is the divergence between stocks and bonds – an economic paradox affecting portfolios worldwide. Recent data shows that traditional investment strategies, like the 60-40 portfolio (60% in stocks and 40% […]

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The Main Course: The Power of Restaurant Narrative in Staffing
June 2, 2023

Not every restaurant makes an effort to fully integrate its customer into the experience of eating and enjoying their food. But for those looking for a unique dining experience, plenty of such establishments present unique restaurant narratives. What sort of restaurants emphasize storytelling in their dining, and how do they handle staffing? On this […]

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Virdee Wins Big at the 2023 AAHOA Tech Pitch Competition
April 21, 2023

AAHOA, the nation’s largest hotel owner’s association, wrapped its most successful annual convention yet. AAHOACON 23, which unfolded in Los Angeles from April 11-14 of this year, had a ton of innovation showcased, and the excitement ramped up at their annual AAHOA Tech Pitch Competition. A panel of five judges well-versed in technology and […]

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Bargain Travelers Beware: Hotel Rates to Remain High This Summer
February 9, 2023

Travelers hoping for a hotel rate reprieve this summer after last year’s higher room rates may need to perform some extra legwork to find a bargain. Marriott reports they will feature higher hotel rates this year per room, although travelers shouldn’t expect the percentage hikes to be anywhere near as high as they […]

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Supplement or Replacement? How Robotic Technology Should Help Solve the Hospitality Labor Shortage
February 7, 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic hit the hospitality industry hard, especially in the early stages of the crisis. While leisure and business travel is back, and America’s hotels are filling up again, another problem is making it challenging to keep the industry up and running—a hospitality labor shortage. The American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) CEO […]

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Why Hotels Should Learn to Love Robot Technology
February 7, 2023

The guest experience is getting upgraded at many hotels today thanks to innovative robot technology. Aloft Hotels first introduced the world’s first robotic concierge in the early 2000s, and in 2014, they brought Botlr, a robot butler service, to the team. These AI enhancements increased the guest experience through shorter wait times for room […]

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Hospitality Lessons from the Discover Qatar Digital Kiosk Launch
December 13, 2022

The digitization and contactless era from COVID is not going anywhere; it is here to stay, and a digital kiosk is just one part of that. Kiosks are being used across a variety of industries, including hospitality, entertainment, sports, retail, and groceries. In fact, a recent study by Zion Market Research revealed that the global […]

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Hotel Rates Prepare to Drop as Cold Shoulder Season Approaches
December 7, 2022

With the holiday season here, travel is a given, with predicted high travel numbers over the course of the season. However, amidst a huge travel period, hotels are reaching cold shoulder season and lowering their prices for a lack of occupancy. The weekends before Christmas and after New Year’s, many hotels have stated that they […]

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Travel in 2023 Isn’t Slowing: Will Economic Headwinds Threaten Hotel Profits?
December 1, 2022

Travel in 2023 will not be slowing down. This would normally be perceived as good news for hoteliers, but PwC’s Hospitality Directions report paints a more mixed picture for hotels; the report indicates that economic headwinds may threaten the pace of recovery in the industry, despite record highs for metrics like RevPAR this year. According […]

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Opportunities Available for Women in Franchising
November 30, 2022

It may come as a surprise to some, but entrepreneurship is experiencing growth after the pandemic as many people have decided that they want to work for themselves. A great way to become your own boss is to start a franchise. However, the rate of women who own franchises is falling behind their male […]

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Leisure Travel Will Drive Hotel Growth for 2023
November 29, 2022

Business Travel News recently reported on PwC’s Hospitality Directions report, indicating a reduced 2023 travel forecast. PwC largely sites economic uncertainty for the revised projections, arguing that strengthening economic headwinds will translate to consumers opting to save travel funds that they might otherwise invest in hotels for vacations in late Q4 and Q1’23. That […]

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