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Kate Hughes, Editor, LODGING Magazine
Brian Wogernese

Fours Tips for Creating a Successful Company With Staying Power

Brian Wogernese, president and CEO of Cobblestone Hotels, has been in the hotel business for almost 30 years. He was introduced to the industry as a shuttle driver, and later moved to the operations...
Best Western Plus West Lawrence

Partnering with Local Alumni Associations is a Win-Win Proposition

When the Best Western Plus West Lawrence in Lawrence, Kan., opens its doors in October, it is not going to be hurting for business. The property is located right next to Rock Chalk Park,...
Brian Wogernese

Cobblestone Hotels’ Brian Wogernese Develops a New Outlook on Franchising

Brian Wogernese has been in the hotel business for almost 30 years—since the early 90s. He was introduced to the industry as a shuttle driver, and later moved to the operations side. It was...
Dual-branded Hotels

The Value of Dual-Branded Hotels in Today’s Lodging Industry

One of the most popular topics at lodging industry events is whether or not there are too many hotel brands out there. While some would argue that guests are suffering from decision fatigue and...

Checking In With Wyndham CDO Chip Ohlsson at The Lodging Conference

At this year’s Lodging Conference, the LODGING team connected with Wyndham senior vice president and chief development officer Chip Ohlsson to discuss the hot topics of the conference, as well as a few of...