The U.S. economy as a whole has changed drastically since the beginning of March, when LODGING started putting together its annual Guide to Management Companies. COVID-19 has majorly disrupted the hotel industry, leading to closed properties and millions of unemployed hospitality workers. When the industry rebounds, hoteliers will be looking to adjust to a new normal, and partnering with the right management company could help some hoteliers find the quickest path to recovery.
A note from the editor: Most of the materials for this guide were collected prior to the U.S. COVID-19 crisis.
Founded in 1980, Benchmark provides development, management, marketing, and owner-advisory services for resorts, hotels, conference centers, and private clubs. The company also has two collections of independent hotels and resorts in destinations across the United States and the Caribbean: Benchmark Resorts & Hotels portfolio and the Gemstone Collection.
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