Christine Killion
Accommodating Guests’ Dietary Needs with Better Menu Labeling
Travel is a routine disruptor. A guest’s daily run, full night’s sleep, or commitment to eat healthy may take a back seat when on the road. For those with health issues, these disruptions are...
Kevin Carey Brings a Growth Mindset to AHLA
Kevin Carey, chief operating officer at the American Hotel & Lodging Association, has a role that was made just for him. For two decades, Carey rose through the ranks at American Express (Amex), most...
Why Military Veterans and Family Are Well-Suited for Hospitality Careers
Because hoteliers and military personnel share a culture of service and teamwork, veterans are uniquely positioned for a successful career in hospitality. The leading hotel chains have each developed programs and initiatives to recruit...
Dream Hotel Group CEO Jay Stein on Creating Stand-Out Lifestyle Hotels
Jay Stein, CEO of Dream Hotel Group, isn’t too worried about macroeconomic trends that could impact the hospitality industry. The lifestyle hotel company isn’t like other big names in hospitality, he says, in that...
Jagruti Panwala: AAHOA Trailblazer
In 2019, the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) will welcome Jagruti Panwala as the first chairwoman in the organization’s history. Elected last year as secretary, Panwala is a hospitality industry veteran. She has...
