George Seli
George Seli is the editor of LODGING.
A Safer Bet: The Advantages of Advanced Access Control
While staff need to be trained on emergency procedures in case there is an on-property assault or theft, preventing these incidents with strategic access control is the first line of defense. Fortunately, technology in...
Balancing Inspired Design with a Rigorous Fitness Focus
Opened in August, the 661-room Tempo by Hilton Times Square is located within TSX Broadway, a new 46-story tower featuring retail and entertainment spaces including the historic Palace Theatre. Fitness and wellness are a...
Building a Security Culture: The Most Basic Best Practice Is to Train All Staff...
Discussions of guest expectations in today’s hotel industry often involve aspects such as hyper-personalization, digital transactions, guestroom entertainment, wellness, and sustainable practices. Perhaps because security is so fundamental to hospitality, it is less common...
Leading Vendors Discuss the Latest Advancements in Building Management Software
Over the past few years, the centralized, digital control and oversight of building systems such as HVAC, lighting, and locks has evolved to the point where the hospitality industry is talking about “smart buildings”—not...
Red Roof Hosts Forum for Rebranded Women’s Leadership Program
Red Roof reported that its 2023 SHE Leads Forum, held Sept. 28-29 at The Fairmont, Dallas, sold out in record time—a testimony to both the quality of the conference and the heightened focus on...