PLANO, Texas—Enseo welcomed David Goldstone as president of hospitality. Goldstone will leverage relationships within hospitality to ensure product alignment with customer needs. Goldstone will help execute Enseo’s vision and strategic direction as the company continues to offer customer-centric solutions for hospitality, including interactive guestroom entertainment, managed WiFi, smart room controls, and employee safety devices. “The addition of David to the team is an especially exciting development for Enseo and our customers alike. Today, our technology
Cvent Supplier Network Group Sourcing Volume Sets New Record
Category: Meetings & Events, Operations
TYSONS, Virginia—Cvent announced that group sourcing volume through the Cvent Supplier Network (CSN) set a new record high in 2024, surpassing pre-pandemic numbers for the first time. Approximately $16.5 billion of group business volume was sourced through the CSN last year, driven in part by a 16 percent increase in room nights in 2024 compared to 2019. Early group sourcing trends reflect continued momentum in 2025, driving demand for technology and AI-powered solutions for hotels
IHG Acquires 20th Brand, Ruby, to Further Global Expansion
Category: Brands, Featured, Industry News
InterContinental Hotels Group PLC (IHG) acquired the Ruby brand and related intellectual property for an initial purchase consideration of €110.5 million (~$116 million) from Ruby SARL. Ruby is an urban lifestyle brand for modern travelers in city destinations that provides hotel owners with space-efficient designs and a flexible concept that IHG expects to expand globally. Established in 2013, the Ruby brand currently operates 20 hotels (3,483 rooms) in European cities and has another 10 pipeline
Extended Stay America Opens 20th Premier Suites Hotel in Florida
Category: Development, Finance & Development, Openings
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina—Extended Stay America announced the opening of the Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Bradenton. This is the latest development in Extended Stay America Premier Suites’ continued growth and its 20th Floridian property. Over the past year, Extended Stay America has doubled the number of franchise owners across its family of brands. “Opening the Extended Stay America Premier Suites – Bradenton is an important step in our commitment to expanding our footprint in
LODGING recently spoke with new AHLA Vice Chair and Marriott International’s Group President, U.S. and Canada, Liam Brown, who shared his history with the association, leadership best practices, partnership with AHLA Chair Mitch Patel, and industry outlook. What initially attracted you to the hospitality industry? It all started one summer in college when I was offered a job at an upscale, high-end restaurant. I had been working on the dining cars of the Irish railway