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January feels like a fresh start, but let’s be real—it’s not always easy to get back into the groove after some time off. Taking a step back over the holidays reminded me of the importance of rest, but now it’s time to get back to building, growing, and creating. For me, that means diving back into helping hotels and candidates find the perfect match. The hospitality industry is facing challenges, but I’m excited to bring solutions, energy, and new ideas to the table this year. Here’s to making 2025 a year of growth and opportunity—for ourselves and the people we work with. Let’s start strong! #NewYearNewGoals #HospitalityRecruitment #BackToBusiness #XpertStaffSolutions

As 2024 comes to an end, it’s time to look back on another great year for 2DUTCH Hospitality Collective - our 2nd year of operation! It’s been an amazing ride, filled with exciting projects, incredible collaborations and great results. A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our business partners, friends, and colleagues who put their trust in us this year. Your support and belief in what we do have been the driving force behind our success. And of course, a huge shoutout to my partner in crime, Niels De Wilde - together, we’ve had another brilliant year supporting hotel partners across Europe with commercial hospitality, recruitment, training & events. It’s not just about what we do; it’s how we do it - and I couldn’t ask for a better teammate on this journey. 2025 is already shaping up to be a big year. We’ve got some exciting things lined up, so stay tuned—it’s going to be good! Wishing all of you a happy, healthy, and fun-filled 2025. Let’s make it another year to remember. #HospitalityCollective #2DUTCH #HospitalityLeadership #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #HospitalityIndustry #HotelPartners #CommercialHospitality #RecruitmentSolutions #TrainingAndEvents #BusinessGrowth #NewYearNewOpportunities #ThankYouPartners #2024Reflection #2025Goals #HospitalitySuccess #TogetherWeGrow

Perhaps just perhaps during 2025, the NEW Nuclear in the U.S. could consider going a Notch* above to enhance the Reliability/Accuracy of the Leading SMR Suppliers Capital Cost Estimates.! ....................*By ................ As part of the Due-diligence, potential Owners** suggest inviting RFP for an Independent "Peer-review" of the Leading SMR Supplier's Capital Cost Estimates. (including Estimated "Bill Of Materials/BOQs) ** And/or U.S. DOE via a "50:50" Cost Share basis.! [seems should be a very small fraction based on Significant Financial Support ($Billions) already provided to the NEW Nuclear Industry.]   Btw: There are many Expert Organizations to perform the above important (seems necessary) COST related under-taking. #DATABASE(1970-2024)  

Shifting my focus to 2025 now. I love that I get to work on Digital Travel Connect again. This was the first event that I worked on at WBR. Looking forward to watching my baby grow up! Here is some informaton on our advisory board. #DigitalTravelCOnnect #Skift #Travelmarketing #digitalmarketing #hospitatlitymarketing

During The Lodging Conference I spoke with Brittney Jones, new VP at Brittain Resorts & Hotels, to discuss her first 90 days in the role and how she’s driving the company’s expansion across the Southeast. With Brittain's recent acquisition of the Provident portfolio plus ambitious growth plans, Brittney shares her insights on leading a company with deep roots in hospitality while ensuring sustainable and smart growth in new leisure markets like Myrtle Beach, Pigeon Forge, and the Gulf Coast. In this episode, you'll hear: First 90 Days: Brittney’s experience in her new leadership role and her approach to ingraining new employees into the company culture. Smart Expansion: How Brittain Resorts & Hotels is growing strategically in the Southeast without overextending resources. Labor Market Challenges: Key takeaways from The Lodging Conference on handling labor shortages and wage increases. Resort Differentiation: What makes resorts unique and why Brittain is focused on distinctive leisure markets. Destination Growth: Why markets like Myrtle Beach and the Appalachian region are booming and how Brittain plans to capitalize on that. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the fastest-growing hospitality companies is navigating expansion! Thanks to Unifocus for supporting this video. Find them at www.unifocus.com. #HospitalityPodcast #HotelGrowth #BrittanyJones #SmartExpansion #LodgingConference #NoVacancyPodcast #ResortManagement #MyrtleBeach #PigeonForge #HospitalityLeadership #GlennHaussman

What a year 2024 has been! As we look ahead to 2025, our focus remains on creating value and opportunities for our stakeholders. Read about our milestones and vision for the future here: https://lnkd.in/e53NNewT #HotelEquities #HE #ExcellenceInHospitality #HotelManagement #2024inReview

"Per day, 35k and a 5-star hotel stay—dreams really do come true. Here’s how I made it happen." 3 Simple Steps to Achieve Your Dream: 1. Get Clear on Your Dream: "Know exactly what you want. For me, it was spending 35k a day and staying in a 5-star hotel with my own money. The clearer you are, the faster you'll get there." 2. Put in the Effort: "It wasn’t easy. I worked hard, invested time and energy, and kept pushing. Effort is everything." 3. Celebrate Your Wins: Most people don’t take the time to celebrate their small wins. I did. Every milestone, no matter how small, was worth celebrating. Don’t skip this part — you deserve it. "My dream became a reality—staying in a 5-star hotel with my own money. It’s not about how much you spend, but about living your dream on your terms." "Remember, your dream is yours. Don’t let anyone tell you it’s too big or small." Follow for more tips on achieving your dreams. Comment below and share your dream—how are you working toward it? #Dream #success #reward #celebrating

🌟 Friday Vibes: Reflecting on Growth and Gratitude 🌟 As another week comes to a close, I'm taking a moment to reflect on the journey so far. Managing properties, welcoming guests, and creating memorable experiences has been more than just work – it’s a passion. From cozy holiday apartments to spacious contractor accommodations, every property tells a story. Each reservation, inspection, and guest interaction is a step toward building something meaningful. I’m grateful for the incredible opportunities to meet diverse people, refine my skills, and embrace challenges along the way. It's a privilege to do what I love while contributing to unforgettable getaways and hassle-free stays. 📌 Whichever industry you are in, remember: Growth is in the details. Stay consistent, stay inspired, and keep building. What’s been a highlight of your week? Drop a comment below! Let’s share the wins and lessons that keep us moving forward.

Our away day at the stunning Rockliffe Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa Resort on Friday was exactly the tonic to get ourselves ready for the year ahead. Great balance of reflection, planning and collaboration. Massive shout out to all the team in helping bring it all together. On a personal level, taking the time to look back is always valuable, but for me, the real excitement lies in getting ready for 2025 and the opportunities in front of us. Some highlights: ✅ hearing about the exceptional work across all services offered by Verve (Cathi) and the amazing progress being driven by Hayley on The Verve Foundation - truly inspiring! And a massive thanks to all the companies helping to make this a reality. ✅ delving into our service delivery (online and offline). By having clients join us for the day, their insights were so helpful. And while it was lovely to get the compliments, we inevitably will drop the ball, but the learnings from these discussions will make us better. ✅ focusing on individual and team objectives, ensuring we are all aligned together. And of course, all the fun with team building activities 😁 Lots of energy and ideas from the day have left me hugely excited for the year ahead. #Compliance #paraplanning #consultancy #financialplanningsupport #teamwork #bigplans #clientscentrestage

What a great day 1 at the ITM | Institute of Travel Management conference in #Brighton! Heading to day 2? Make sure to say 'hi' to Paul Raymond and Jane Worrow from the HotelHub team! 🖐👇 They're on hand all day to give #TMCs the lowdown on streamlining and optimising #HotelTech with the most advanced solution on the market. #ITM2024 #BusinessTravel #TravelTechnology