We were delighted to welcome Bonnie Campagnuolo, Global Brand Head of Embassy Suites, to Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa. Bonnie visited to explore our newly renovated resort, experience our exceptional hospitality, and meet our outstanding on-property team.
When investing in hotels there are few decisions with as big an impact on performance as picking the right operator and brand, on the right terms. Given the duration and impact of HMAs, leases and franchises, getting the right commercial and legal terms, and asset management provisions is critical to protecting and creating value.
With KaiSiang Cho, Kuraudo Ohashi, Roopa George, Tao Zhou (周涛), Ross Beardsell and Camilla Tamburini leading our JLL operator selection practice across AP, we have 25+ selection processes/RFPs/negotiations running for owners today. Globally we closed 60+ HMAs and leases in 2023 and we are constantly comparing notes with Heidi Schmidtke, Tim Marvin and their teams in Europe and the Americas (thanks for the late night calls...) to help craft the most impactful operator agreements and partnerships in AP.
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In case you missed it, our Global Operator Selection Team shared great success with our clients last year. With 60+ secured contracts with > 10,000 keys and 150+ branded residences, we're leading the way for the most exciting hotel, resort and branded residences concepts and brands.
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Thank you Lisa Wyld for being an integral part of our panel discussion on #Sustainability#Strategies for #Elevated#Guest Experiences! Your insights were truly inspiring, especially highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in the hospitality industry.
Moreover, addressing the skills gap is crucial for our industry’s future. More hotels should collaborate with universities to ensure a steady pipeline of talent. Imagine if every university partnered with 5-10 hotels, students would have ample opportunities upon graduation, motivating them to pursue careers in hospitality. This model could benefit not only hotels but all industries, ensuring students are equipped for employment.
For this collaboration to succeed, universities, hotels, HR departments, and department heads must work closely to cultivate the right talent. Ideally, industry partners should be integrated into the curriculum from the second year of a three-year course. By graduation, students would have a clear understanding of industry expectations and be prepared to meet them.
Creating a measurable journey for students is essential, allowing universities and parents to track progress from year one to graduation. While no new approach is without challenges, if we all collaborate, it’s a win-win for universities, hotels, and everyone involved.
Looking forward to continuing these important conversations and seeing the innovations that emerge from our joint efforts.
Charles
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The more golden nuggets you collect, the more you can do to personalize a guest's stay. Small acts of thoughtfulness are as impactful, if not more, as the big gestures. Create the emotional connection that leads to an everlasting memory. JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa practices collecting the golden nuggets and turning them into a small yet indelible gesture.
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We are thrilled to announce that Playa Hotels & Resorts has received four 2024 Travel Weekly hospitality Magellan Awards:
Hyatt Ziva/Zilara Cap Cana - Overall - Business/Conference Resort/Hotel (Gold)
Jewel Paradise Cove - Overall-Wellness Resort Hotel (Gold)
The Blind Butcher - Luxury (Five-Star)-Restaurant Design (Gold)
Wyndham Alltra Samana - Overall-New Resort/Hotel (Silver)
Please join us in congratulating our outstanding resort teams who make these awards possible!
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Chief Culture Officer @ Melton Hospitality Advisors | Hospitality Industry Expert
5moEmbassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa, renovation looks great! Bonnie is the best!