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We are excited to announce that Highgate's CEO, Arash Azarbarzin, will be speaking at the 2025 Lodging Conference in Phoenix! As the hotel industry’s premier event for real estate, finance, construction, and franchising, The Lodging Conference brings together the most influential minds in hospitality. Arash will join an esteemed lineup of owners, executives, and dealmakers, sharing his expertise in hospitality innovation, operations, and development. With over 2,900 attendees in 2024, this powerhouse event is set for an even bigger turnout in 2025. Mark your calendars for October 6-9! For more details, visit https://lnkd.in/dbs2ze_U

Congratulations to Highgate’s Chief Revenue Officer, Kerry Mack, for being named in the eighth annual “Influential Women in Hospitality” list by HOTEL MANAGEMENT Magazine honoring innovative, leading women in the hotel industry. This prestigious recognition highlights Kerry’s unmatched expertise and remarkable achievements in the industry. Her visionary leadership and dedication continue to drive innovation and excellence at Highgate. We are incredibly proud to have Kerry as part of our team and look forward to seeing how her expertise will continue to shape the future of our company and the hospitality sector.

Last week, the South Florida Highgate teams proudly partnered with #FeedingSouthFlorida to make a meaningful impact in our local community. In just a few hours, our dedicated teams assembled over 600 Senior Food Boxes, providing essential nutritional items to help seniors lead healthier lives. This collaborative effort highlights Highgate's commitment to giving back and fostering positive change.   A special thank you to our South Florida properties—The Gabriel South Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton, Gates South Beach, Hotel Continental, The Altair Hotel Miami, The Elser Hotel | Miami, The Goodtime Hotel, Sagamore Hotel South Beach , and YVE Hotel Miami by Destination Hotels—for joining forces and contributing to this incredible initiative. Together, we are creating a stronger, healthier community. #WeAreHighgate #MakeYourMark

Exciting news from Highgate! Our Chief Commercial Officer, Ankur Randev, has been named to the 2025 HSMAI Americas Board of Directors, joining an esteemed group of hospitality leaders driving the future of the industry. As HSMAI Americas Chair Andrew Rubinacci put it, “HSMAI remains at the forefront of driving innovation in sales, marketing, revenue optimization, and distribution. I look forward to working together to advance strategic initiatives that empower hospitality professionals and shape the future of our industry.” We’re thrilled to see Ankur’s expertise and leadership continue to make an impact—both at Highgate and across the hospitality world.

The Grande Dame of Broad Street returns! After an extensive restoration, The Bellevue Hotel—part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt—officially reopens, ushering in a new era of elegance in the heart of Philadelphia. Originally established in 1904, this iconic landmark is ready to welcome the next generation under Highgate's management. Highgate’s in-house design & construction studio, LUCID, led by Tony Machado, RA, AIA (California), has reimagined the space with a refined, Parisian-inspired aesthetic—preserving the hotel’s storied past while introducing modern sophistication. With over 30,000 square feet of event spaces spanning three floors, The Bellevue remains the city’s most iconic setting for gatherings of all kinds. And beyond the hotel, The Sporting Club at The Bellevue continues to set the standard in fitness and wellness, spanning an impressive 100,000 square feet. The Bellevue is once again the city’s most storied address. Read more about the property below: https://lnkd.in/eBGRG2M9

Our East Coast Highgate team hosted the first-ever Green Team Summit this week at Park Central Hotel in NYC, led by Steve Batta, East Coast Group President, and Marianne Balfe, VP of Sustainability. The event brought together passionate sustainability champions from our hotels and partners for an inspiring exchange of ideas. Our keynote speaker, Sir Robert Swan and speakers from the World Wildlife Fund, Goldman Copeland Associates, Engineers DPC, Beyond Plastics, Pathwater Group, Clean the World, Natural Areas Conservancy, among others, shared their vision for change. Together, we’re shaping the future of sustainable hospitality—turning innovation into impact. People First, Planet Always.

Last week, Highgate hosted a successful 4th Annual Charity Casino Night in support of the Highgate Charitable Foundation at the The James New York - NoMad. We are thrilled to share that the event raised an incredible $100,000 for the foundation, with over 200 guests joining us for a memorable night of poker and other exciting casino games. Thank you to our Highgate family, our generous sponsors, and the dedicated James team for making this event possible. To everyone who attended and supported the cause – the impact has been truly remarkable!

Highgate is proud to be a premier sponsor of the Eighth Annual Shatterproof Hospitality Heroes Reception at the 2025 America’s Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS). As Shatterproof points out, the hospitality industry is disproportionately affected by addiction to drugs and alcohol. We are honored to support the fight against addiction and work toward healthier, stronger communities. #PeopleFirst #HospitalityHeroes #ALISConference2024 Learn more below:

Congratulations to Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences & Wellness Spa for earning a spot on the Top 100 Spas of 2024 list by Spas of America! This achievement highlights the exceptional dedication and attention to detail demonstrated by the entire Amrit team. A well-earned recognition for a resort that truly elevates the wellness experience.

New York’s iconic Algonquin Hotel is bringing its legendary Round Table back into the spotlight. Once a gathering place for literary greats like Dorothy Parker, Noel Coward, Robert Benchley, Harold Ross, and Alexander Woollcott, the Round Table is now being rediscovered by a new generation as a place where history and creativity converge. Learn more on Forbes about the history and reintroduction of the Algonquin's legendary Round Table: