Extended Stay America Opens First Franchise Conversion
Charlotte, N.C.—Extended Stay America (ESA) announced today the first franchise conversion in the brand’s history with the opening of the Extended Stay America Houston...
U.S. Department of Labor Proposes Joint Employer Rule
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) this week announced a proposed rule revising and clarifying the definition of "joint employer" under the Fair Labor Standards...
AHLA Campaign Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month
WASHINGTON, D.C.—In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April, the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) is launching a month-long campaign along with...
The Leading Hotels of the World Adds First New Members of 2019
NEW YORK—The Leading Hotels of the World has added its first new members of 2019. Eight properties were added to its portfolio of more...
HFTP Research Sheds Light on Hotels’ Pre-Opening Budgets and IT Timelines
AUSTIN, TEXAS—A newly released HFTP study—Pre-Opening Expenditures in Hospitality—investigates pre-opening budget timelines and procedures in the hospitality industry. Commissioned by Hospitality Financial and Technology...