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Insights from HSMAI Career Achievement in Sales Honoree, Dan Surette HSMAI is pleased to honor Daniel C. Surette with the Career Achievement in Sales Award at the Sales Leader Forum on November 13th in Washington, DC.  Read More: https://bit.ly/4ffkb76 #hsmai #Sales #Hotelsales #Hospitality

The Foundation’s annual State of Talent Report is a treasure trove of crucial industry insights. In our Trend Talk video, Dorothy Dowling takes you behind the scenes in how the report is curated. Don’t miss the full report https://lnkd.in/g54Vc5i2 #HSMAIFoundation.

HSMAI gathered commercial leaders in San Antonio for the first HSMAI Commercial Futures Forum, held in conjunction with The Hospitality Show. The Forum focused on “Understanding the Changing Dynamics of Business Travel.” More: https://lnkd.in/gQaeMC6a #hsmai

Everyone at HSMAI would like to extend a huge CONGRATULATIONS to our latest Global HSMAI Certificants CHDM: Madison McGinn Grace Ann Aranico Reiko Okano CHSL: Jennifer Hill CRMA: Jennifer Stancil CRME: Nikita Yadav Jessica Kunz Ariel Koerber, CHDM Maripyli Martin Rachel H. Caitlin Ballmer Are YOU looking to enhance your value, advance your career, and positively affect your company’s bottom line? There's never been a better time to achieve one of the industry's most respected global certifications! Explore the opportunities here: https://lnkd.in/grgCDnU #HSMAI #hospitality #CRME #CHDM #CHSL #CHBA #CRMA

HSMAI Welcomes Brian Hicks as President & CEO, Continuing the Legacy of Innovation and Leadership   The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to announce the appointment of Brian Hicks as its new President and CEO. Hicks, a distinguished hospitality leader with more than 30 years of international experience, steps into this role as only the fifth CEO in HSMAI’s nearly 100-year history, marking a new chapter in the organization's legacy of leadership. His proven track record of driving growth, innovation, and leadership across major hotel brands and regions positions him well to continue building upon the foundation laid by the late Bob Gilbert, who served as President and CEO for 30 years.   Hicks’ appointment comes at a pivotal time for HSMAI as the organization continues to expand its global presence and deepen its impact on the hospitality industry’s commercial disciplines. With extensive experience spanning operations, commercial strategy, and revenue management, Hicks’ leadership will further strengthen HSMAI’s commitment to advancing the sales, marketing, and revenue management disciplines across the industry. He assumes leadership of the HSMAI Americas, Foundation and Global entities.   “Bob Gilbert’s legacy is reflected in the incredible talent we considered during this process, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome. After an extensive search with many exceptional candidates, we are excited to welcome Brian Hicks as our new CEO,” said Andrew Rubinacci, Chief Advisory Officer at FLYR Hospitality, Chair, HSMAI Americas. “Brian’s global experience, having worked and lived in multiple regions, aligns perfectly with HSMAI’s continued international growth. His deep involvement with HSMAI, both on the board and advisory levels in the Americas and Europe, makes him uniquely qualified to guide us into the future.” Learn More: https://bit.ly/Brian_Hicks #hsmai

Leading Hotel Sales Execs Coming to HSMAI Sales Leader Forum   Sales professionals from the major brands, management companies, hotels, and industry partners, are registered for the HSMAI Sales Leader Forum, November 13 in Washington, DC. Don’t miss this opportunity to join the strategic conversations and participate in tactical solutions sessions – all designed to build business acumen to elevate the sales discipline. Learn More: https://bit.ly/48b4jQU #HSMAISLF

HSMAI Sales Leader Forum Agenda Highlights The agenda for the HSMAI Sales Leader Forum, November 13, in Washington DC is set. It features strategic conversations and tactical solutions sessions - all designed to build business acumen to elevate sales as a whole. Highlights include: * Keynote: Celeste Headlee (she/her) on leadership & critical communication skills. * The World Around Us: Aran Ryan Director of Industry Studies, will present Tourism Economics' latest insights. * Icon Interview: One-on-one with the HSMAI Career Achievement Award honoree Dan Surette, MBA. * A View from the Top: A panel of innovative senior sales and commercial leaders on what they see in the future for hotel sales. * Opportunities & Threats: Strategic issues for the short- & long-term. * Collaborate: Deep dive discussions on strategic issues. * The Lightning Round: An HSMAI tradition of impactful short presentations. Explore the Agenda & Register Today: https://bit.ly/430WSbC #hsmai #hospitality #Leadership #sales #hotelsales

Revolutionizing Hotel Performance Assessment: Embracing a Comprehensive Approach The U.S. hotel industry has reached a turning point in performance assessment and benchmarking. Traditional methods, such as the basic revenue per available room (revpar) index, once considered the industry standard, are no longer adequate to capture today's market complexities. Insights from Jennifer Hill from the HSMAI Special Section of the Summer 2024 Issue of Hospitality Upgrade. Read More: https://bit.ly/4dT4od5 #hsmai #hospitality #revenue

At HSMAI, every donation makes a difference. Because every donation supports our three pillars. Visit www.hsmai100.org to contribute to our Century Campaign. All donations through Dec. 31 will be to honor the legacy of former HSMAI CEO Bob Gilbert. #HSMAIFoundation

HSMAI Announces 2024 Sales Career Achievement and Professional of the Year Honorees   The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to introduce the 2024 Career Achievement and Sales Professional of the Year award recipients who will be celebrated during HSMAI’s Sales Leader Forum on Nov. 13, 2024 in Washington D.C. The following hospitality executives have showcased exceptional talent, a deep passion for their profession, and outstanding expertise in hotel sales. HSMAI: https://lnkd.in/g-EZSs8v HSMAI’s Award for Career Achievement in Sales Daniel C. Surette, Chief Sales Officer, Omni Hotels & Resorts   Sales Professional of the Year Dayna Zeitlin, CRME, Director of Sales and Marketing, Sofitel New York   The Career Achievement and Sales Professional of the Year awards will be presented at HSMAI’s Sales Leader Forum, an event for leaders in hospitality sales to expand leadership abilities and discuss strategic issues and the latest developments for hotel sales.  Sales Leadership Forum: https://bit.ly/430WSbC #hsmai #sales #hotelsales #hospitality