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IHIF 2023: Chris Norton and Shafi Syed, Equinox Hotels

Eloise Hanson 30 May 2023

BHN speaks to Equinox Hotels’ CEO Chris Norton, and Shafi Syed, global head of development and acquisitions, to learn more about how guest needs are influencing brand value, identity, and offerings, the intersection of technology and luxury hospitality, and how Equinox is navigating development challenges. Filmed at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) at the InterContinental Berlin.

IHIF 2023: David Anderson, Aimbridge Hospitality

Eloise Hanson 24 May 2023

BHN talks to David Anderson, divisional president EMEA at Aimbridge Hospitality, about the different hotel operating models, what owners should consider when weighing up in-house or outsourcing operations, as well as future expansion plans for Aimbridge across Europe. Filmed at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) at the InterContinental Berlin.

art’otel London Battersea Power Station: Jennifer McCabe and Daniel Pedreschi

Eloise Hanson 22 March 2023

BHN speaks to Jennifer McCabe, general manager at art’otel London Battersea Power Station, to learn more about the brand’s UK debut and Jennifer’s short and long term focus for growing recognition of the hotel. Daniel Pedreschi, regional VP of operations UK at PPHE Hotel Group, joins the conversation to talk about a hotel’s role in regenerating city neighbourhoods.

Daniel Pedreschi, PPHE Hotel Group, on diversifying into new asset classes

Eloise Hanson 22 March 2023

BHN sits down with Daniel Pedreschi, regional VP of operations UK at PPHE Hotel Group, to talk about the company’s potential diversification into new asset classes and what the hotel pipeline looks like for 2023. Filmed at the art’otel London Battersea Power Station.

GIOHIS 2023: JS Anand, LEVA Hotels

Eloise Hanson 3 March 2023

BHN meets JS Anand, founder and CEO of LEVA Hotels, to learn more about the boutique hospitality company, target markets for expansion, and challenges entering the African market.

GIOHIS 2023: Tony Ryan, Ryan Capital Partners

Eloise Hanson 3 March 2023

BHN speaks to Tony Ryan, principal at Ryan Capital Partners, to understand the current state of the transaction market and what’s driving acquisitions.

GIOHIS 2023: Alastair Thomann, Generator

Eloise Hanson 2 March 2023

BHN speaks to Alastair Thomann, CEO at Generator, to talk about the company’s recovery and opportunities to expand in the Middle East.

GIOHIS 2023: Sabine Schaffer, Pro-invest Group

Eloise Hanson 2 March 2023

BHN speaks to Sabine Schaffer, managing partner and CEO of Europe at Pro-invest Group, to learn more about the investment landscape, the role of ESG, and value-add opportunities.

Hrishikesh Desai, Farlam Hall, on future plans and food trends

Eloise Hanson 1 March 2023

BHN sits down with Hrishikesh Desai, chef patron at Farlam Hall, to talk about his vision for the property, future F&B trends, and appealing to kitchen recruits.

Jonathon Liu, Clermont Hotel Group, on rebranding and vision

Eloise Hanson 24 November 2022

BHN sits down with Jonathon Liu, chief commercial officer at The Clermont Hotel Group, to learn more about the company’s rebrand from Great London Hospitality (glh) and what’s next for the group.

GHM appoints general manager at The Chedi Katara

Eloise Hanson 31 May 2023

Qatar: Hotel operator General Hotel Management (GHM) has named Hani Akkari as the general manager of The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort in Doha.

Indigo Road expands boutique portfolio with Bridge Creek

Eloise Hanson 31 May 2023

US: Hotel owner, operator and manager The Indigo Road Hospitality Group has added Bridge Creek Inn, located in Clayton, Georgia, to its portfolio of boutique hotels located throughout the south east and midwest.

Sleep brand Emma to launch hotels in APAC

Eloise Hanson 31 May 2023

APAC: Bed and mattress brand Emma – The Sleep Company has revealed it will open two dedicated sleep hotels in Sydney, Australia and Taipei, Taiwan.

Hyatt expands footprint in Germany with luxury hotel Kennedy 89

Isha Borkar 30 May 2023

Germany: Kennedy 89 will mark the debut of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in Frankfurt and will be the second Hyatt-branded hotel in the city.

IHIF 2023: Chris Norton and Shafi Syed, Equinox Hotels

Eloise Hanson 30 May 2023

18 Coast & Country Collection hotels individually up for sale

Eloise Hanson 26 May 2023

UK: Hotel property adviser Christie & Co has been appointed to sell 18 hotels from the Coast & Country Collection on an individual basis.

European expansion revealed for art’otel brand

Eloise Hanson 26 May 2023

EU: Lifestyle hotel brand art’otel, owned by PPHE Hotel Group, has revealed expansion plans in three European cities between autumn 2023 and early 2024.

Mandarin Oriental to launch in Athens

Isha Borkar 26 May 2023

Greece: Luxury hotel and residences Mandarin Oriental, Athens, will be developed within the urban regeneration project The Ellinikon and is set to open in the summer of 2027.

Stevenson at INTELITY wins TravelTech CEO of the year

Eloise Hanson 25 May 2023

US: Robert Stevenson, who heads up the guest experience and staff management platform INTELITY, has been presented with the TravelTech Breakthrough Awarded for CEO of the year.

Bluebird by Lark to open second hotel in Vermont

Eloise Hanson 25 May 2023

US: Sister brand of Lark Hotels, Bluebird by Lark, is set to open a new property in Stowe, Vermont on 7 June 2023.

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