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Rapid Consolidation Sparks Industry Concern
A string of mergers over the past few months has sped industry consolidation considerably, leaving rival companies concerned about the reduction of competition, reports...
AH&LA Addresses Visa Waiver Program Debate
Ahead of the House's vote regarding the Visa Waiver Program, Katherine Lugar, president and CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association, submitted the...
Former AH&LA Chair Donates to Educational Foundation
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Nancy Johnson, CHA, past chair of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA), donated $5,000 for the fourth consecutive year to the American...
Chinese Merger Deal Set for $1.7 Billion
Chinese economy hotel brand Homeinns Hotel Group has been acquired by BTG Hotels Group Hong Kong for $1.7 billion, reports Hotel Management. Upon approval,...
Temporary Spending Bill Likely in Face of Shutdown
With a government shutdown threat quickly approaching and Republican and Democrat leaders still far from finalizing a spending package, a short-term spending bill will...