Christine Killion
Christine Killion is the digital editor of LODGING.
Ryan Rivett on Building Relationships to Support My Place Hotels’ Growth
Ryan Rivett has been surrounded by franchisees since his childhood. Growing up in the family business—his grandfather, Ron Rivett, co-founded and launched Super 8 in 1974—Rivett attended both big hotel conventions and more intimate...
Creating an Auditing Strategy for Efficient Hotel Operations
What gets measures gets done, says Gavin Philipp, vice president of operations at hotel management company Charlestowne Hotels. That’s why, Philipp explains, it’s critical for hoteliers to have a comprehensive strategy for auditing hotels....
New Partnership Connects Guests To Eco-Conscious Hotels
This summer, Sonoma County Tourism (SCT) entered into a new sustainable travel initiative to connect visitors with hotels that align with their eco-friendly values. The California wine country destination began a two-year partnership with...
Hotel Guests Share Books With Children and Families Battling Illness
When the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House (PRMH) opened in 2017, the nearby Study Hotels at University City saw the organization's mission—to support families of seriously ill children by creating a community of comfort and...
CrediVia CEO Anuj Mittal On Hotel Lending In The Current Cycle
As the hotel industry faces the possibility of a slowdown in the near future, lenders are shifting what they’re looking for in applicants for new construction projects. LODGING caught up with Anuj Mittal, CEO...