Beyond the States: A Mexico, Canada and Caribbean overview
This session focuses on the economic climate and development landscape of these regions. Learn which countries are the new players in the Caribbean, what factors drive performance in Canada and whether...
View ArticleMaking the grade: Top 25 Markets
With record levels of performance occurring throughout our industry, understanding how the Top 25 Markets (as a group and individually), have contributed to overall industry performance will be...
View ArticleCutting through the brand clutter
It’s a given that we’ll need both hands (and maybe some toes) to count the number of hotel brands launched this year. If you can’t differentiate between every soft brand, lifestyle brand or...
View ArticleConventional wisdom: How convention centers impact hotels
Many cities have a new convention center open or in the works, and the effect they have on hotels is interesting. This session will look at market performance before and after a new convention center...
View ArticleCompleting your revenue manager’s toolkit
In the ever-evolving field of revenue management, tools that help the processes and conversations run smoother and more efficiently are of utmost importance. Hear how pros in the field use...
View ArticleFuture impact of ubertrends and innovation on travel: Part 3
Future impact of ubertrends and innovation on travel: Part 3
View ArticleThe bottom line: Analyzing trends in hotel profitability
Take a deep dive into hotel profitability and determine what expense categories have the largest impact on profitability. Using M3 Accounting + Analytics Hotel Benchmark Index program, the University...
View ArticleGroup business: Where are we now?
Attendees will learn the trends that are shaping group business today, including a deep dive into an analysis of group ADR as well as day-of-week and market performance.
View ArticleGlobal insights: Analyzing the worldwide hotel industry
The evolution of the global economy has forged new dynamics for hotels. This session will go beyond outlining key performance metrics to help attendees understands the “whys,” “hows” and “whats” of the...
View ArticleCosts: Control before you cut
Controlling costs doesn’t always have to mean cutting them to the bone. In today’s new operating environment, cost-containment is key and can save you more money in the long run than frantic cutting....
View ArticleOnline, offline: Keeping your reputation intact
Dealing with the reality of being judged 24/7 takes a comprehensive approach that includes digital, offline and on-property elements. Speakers on this panel will provide tips and best practices about...
View ArticleThe independent story
Discover the ups and downs, and the ins and outs of the independent hotel segment. This session will explore how independents stack up against the brands, how the various class levels of independents...
View ArticleAlternate accommodations: The demand bandits
It’s an all-out battle to capture demand these days, and non-traditional lodging options are poised to steal market share away from your hotel by any means possible. Identify the culprits in your...
View ArticleThe accelerating pipeline: Speed trap or wide open?
The U.S. pipeline experienced 47 consecutive months of sub-1% growth during the economic cycle, and those conditions might be in the rearview mirror for good. Or are they? The data shared during this...
View ArticleFuture impact of ubertrends and innovation on travel: Part 2
Future impact of ubertrends and innovation on travel: Part 2
View ArticleEncore!!! Encore??? Presenting the latest forecasts
During what has become the most sought-after session of the conference, the top industry prognosticators will release their latest forecasts. Right in line with the start of budgeting season, this...
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