SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar 6, 2025 – The hospitality industry is ever-evolving, and few understand this better than Lynsey Kreitzer, Executive Vice President of Sales & Commercial Strategy at GF Hotels & Resorts. With an inspiring career trajectory and a commitment to inclusivity, Kreitzer has become a beacon for aspiring professionals in the lodging sector.
A Journey Sparked by Encouragement
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 – The hospitality industry is as dynamic as it is demanding, drawing passionate individuals who thrive on building connections and creating memorable experiences. Sara Masterson, President of Olympia Hospitality, is one such individual who found her calling in this ever-evolving business from an early age.
A Passion for Hospitality from the Start
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 – Cendyn has taken a major leap forward in business intelligence by integrating AI-enabled analysis into its suite of hotel solutions. By incorporating AI into its Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and Knowland platform, the company empowers hotel sales and marketing teams with actionable insights, significantly reducing the need for manual spreadsheet management and complex reporting.
AI-Powered CRM Analytics for Hotel Marketing Optimization
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 — PMZ Realty Capital LLC has successfully arranged a $14.5 million loan for the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Haltom City – Fort Worth. This financing will be used to refinance a high-interest-rate construction loan, providing the borrower with more favorable financial terms through a private capital provider.
Strategic Financing for a New Hospitality Investment
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 — SH Hotels & Resorts has officially rebranded as Starwood Hotels, marking its 10th anniversary with a revival of the globally recognized brand founded by Barry Sternlicht nearly 30 years ago. This transformation underscores Starwood Hotels' ambitious expansion plans, with over 40 properties currently open or in development across its three distinct brands on four continents.
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 – JLL Capital Markets has successfully arranged a $15.9 million financing deal for Woodland Flats, a 120-unit hotel-to-multifamily conversion project located in Gresham, Oregon.
Strategic Financing for Affordable Housing
JLL facilitated this financing on behalf of PH Development LLC, securing a two-year bridge loan from AGP Capital. The transformation of Woodland Flats marks a significant step toward addressing the growing demand for affordable housing in the region.
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 — Cloudbeds and Duetto have officially announced a strategic partnership designed to revolutionize revenue optimization for hoteliers. By integrating Duetto’s revenue strategy platform with Cloudbeds’ industry-leading hospitality management software, this collaboration will provide a comprehensive solution aimed at maximizing profitability and operational efficiency for hotels worldwide.
A Game-Changing Integration for the Hospitality Industry
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar 6, 2025 — IHG Hotels & Resorts has officially introduced its midscale conversion brand, Garner hotels, to the United Kingdom. The milestone is marked by the launch of Garner Hotel Preston Samlesbury, further strengthening IHG’s presence in the midscale segment following the brand’s global debut in 2023.
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 6, 2025 – Over the past few years, hoteliers have faced an increasingly complex regulatory environment. In November, the industry won a significant victory when a federal court struck down a Department of Labor (DOL) rule that threatened to dramatically increase overtime costs for small businesses.
SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Mar. 5, 2025 – The hospitality industry is one of the few fields where individuals can begin in entry-level roles and rise to executive leadership positions. Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), exemplifies this journey. From managing marketing and communications to leading the AHLA Foundation and now overseeing AHLA, Maietta's career is a testament to the industry’s unique opportunities.
The Journey to Leadership