Casey Gale
What Hotels Have Over Airbnb
Hank Freid, CEO and founder of the Impulsive Group, believes that hotels still have a leg up on Airbnb and provide unforgettable experiences that alternative accommodations can't. Although it may be beneficial for hotels...
Checking In with Minaz Abji of Host Hotels
Minaz Abji, EVP of asset management for Host Hotels & Resorts, has seen a lot in his 42 years in the hospitality industry—his first official job out of college, before the time of computers,...
RLHC CEO Weighs In on Industry Consolidation
From Marriott and Starwood to Gemstone Hotels and Benchmark Hospitality, it seems as though the list of consolidating hospitality companies is growing faster by the minute. When Red Lion Hotels Corp. (RLHC) announced in...
AHLA Challenges Guest Blacklist Law
The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) last night filed a lawsuit in Washington State against the city of Seattle to challenge the legality of a new hotel worker ballot measure. AHLA filed the...
Instead of Beating Airbnb, Vacation Rentals Join Them
Steve Caron knows vacation rentals. He has more than 20 years of experience building and running vacation rental businesses. With a background in computer science, his packed resume includes serving on the executive team...