Casey Gale
RLHC to Acquire GuestHouse and Settle Inn
The RLHC portfolio is about to double on the heels of an $8.5 million acquisition. On April 23, RLHC (Red Lion Hotel Corporation) announced the purchase of GuestHouse International and Settle Inn & Suites,...
Arrested Development: How to Overcome Construction Delays
Managing a hotel construction project is a lot like keeping a bunch of plates spinning in the air. There is land to be bought, permits to obtain, and building standards that must be met,...
March Jobs Report Shows Slowdown in Hiring
In the wake of a harsh winter in many parts of the country, job gains in several sectors of the labor market have slowed, including accommodations and travel.
Mark Zandi, chief analyst at Moody’s...
CEO’s Flair for Fashion Makes Personality Hotels Stand Out
While walking to her office last February, Yvonne Lembi-Detert spotted two fashion-forward women coming out of the Hotel Diva in San Francisco and she just had to say hello. The Diva, one of seven...
Extended Stay America Delivers Instant Gratification to Loyal Customers
Loyalty programs centered on racking up points over time are not cutting it in today's world of instant gratification, according to a survey conducted by Extended Stay America. In response, the brand has launched...