Given the high propensity for data breaches within the hospitality industry, Urgo Hotels and Resorts recently chose VENZA to educate its associates on protecting guest data.

The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas is accepting nominations for its Lifetime Achievement Awards and The Top 25 Extraordinary Minds in Sales, Marketing and Revenue Optimization. Awards will be presented to honorees during the HSMAI Adrian Awards Dinner Reception & Gala on Jan. 22, 2019 at the New York Marriott Marquis.

Agilysys, Inc., a leading global provider of next-generation hospitality software solutions and services, announced that its industry-leading property management system, Visual One^® has added additional mobile capabilities that provide hospitality operators with key features that improve their guests’ experiences. 

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) President and CEO Katherine Lugar issued the following statement in response to new short-term rental legislation passed unanimously by the New York City Council to bring strong platform accountability to the home sharing market:

One of Europe’s fast-growing bedbanks, Veturis Travel, has partnered with SiteMinder, a leading cloud platform for the global hotel industry, to further cement its presence within the region and Asia.

Evention's newly developed solutions include Group Billing by Evention and Credit Card Reconciliation by Evention. In addition, Evention's solution for cash recycling now offers a small-volume hardware option.

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP^®) is excited to announce that three new, local chapters have recently been chartered: HFTP Greater Louisville Chapter, HFTP New York University Student Chapter and HFTP Kansas State University Student Chapter. 

Golden Entertainment, Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Marnell Gaming LLC, to acquire the Edgewater Hotel & Casino Resort and the Colorado Belle Hotel & Casino Resort in Laughlin, Nevada.

Infor, a leading provider of industry-specific cloud applications, announced that The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has deployed Infor Hospitality Management System (HMS) for its hotel operations, and Infor SunSystems for its financial operations in its Bali, Phuket, Madrid and Amsterdam properties.

OTA Insight, the cloud-based data intelligence platform for the hospitality industry, has announced a series of key partnerships in the Australia-New Zealand-Pacific region, as it continues to be a target growth market for the company.

When Cape Resorts made the decision in 2008 to update operations at its growing collection of historic beachside resort properties, it turned to Maestro PMS. Cape Resorts centralizes property management, reservations, spa and activity management, and event sales for 366 rooms spread across 10 hotels with Maestro’s multi-property management suite of integrated modules.

Last month at HITEC Houston, Intelity began celebrating its 10-year anniversary. One of hospitality’s leading global provider of integrated mobile and in-room guest-engagement solutions, the company is reveling in an impressive list of accomplishments and numerous industry “firsts” that few technology companies can boast. Its innovative and in-demand technologies have won numerous industry awards. 

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP^®) is hosting its inaugural HFTP Club Forum on July 28, 2018 at the Sarasota Westin in Sarasota, Fla. – immediately following HFTP’s Florida Regional Conference that is taking place from July 25-27, 2018 at the same location. 

Harry Javer, producer and founder of The Lodging Conference, one of the industry’s leading events for hotel owners, CEOs and deal makers, announced that Patrick H. Ford, chairman, CEO and founder of Lodging Econometrics (LE) and New England Hotel Realty (NEHR), has been selected as the recipient of the 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award.

Angie Hospitality, developer of the world's first enterprise-class, cloud-managed interactive guest room assistant, built specifically for the hospitality environment, announced that its Head of Global Sales, Michael Vargosko, will participate in a "Tech Panel" educational session at the NoVacancy Accommodation Expo, taking place July 17th and 18th at the ICC Sydney Exhibition Centre in Australia.

In addition to completing an extensive $200 million renovation, the iconic Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C., is making a big investment in its employees by adding the Beekeeper digital workforce communication platform.

Hotel Magnolia, a luxury property located in a historic mansion in downtown Santiago, Chile, and winner of UNESCO's Prix Versailles 2017, has partnered with ASSA ABLOY Hospitality to implement state-of-the-art security and maximize guest convenience with the installation of VingCard Classic RFID door locks. 

OTA Insight, a cloud-based data intelligence platform for the hospitality industry, announced the appointment of Sean Fitzpatrick as the organization’s next chief executive officer, effective immediately.

TravelClick, a leading global provider of data and revenue-generating solutions for hoteliers, announced that Mangalis Hotel Group, the African-born hospitality group with its dynamic innovative brands Noom Hotels, Seen Hotels and Yaas Hotels, has selected TravelClick’s award-winning Reservations (iHotelier^®), Web and Media Solutions to drive more revenue and maximize direct bookings as Mangalis continues its rapid expansion across Africa.

Agilysys, Inc., a leading global provider of next-generation hospitality software solutions and services, announced that the Silver Reef Casino Hotel Spa has selected a number of Agilysys solutions to streamline operations at their property in Ferndale, Wash.

TravelClick, a leading global provider of data and revenue-generating solutions for hoteliers, announced Scenic Hotel Group, New Zealand’s largest locally owned hotel group, has adopted TravelClick’s award-winning iHotelier^® Booking Engine 4.0, part of TravelClick’s Central Reservations System (CRS).

When guests check into the Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest they are surprised at the friendly, personal way they are received. If they stayed there before, the staff recognizes them and knows many of their preferences. First-time guests are impressed with the staff’s professionalism and how quickly they respond to requests.

Cendyn, a leading provider of hotel CRM and hotel sales platforms in the hospitality industry, has been voted as Europe's Leading Hotel CRM Technology Provider and Europe's Data Driven Marketing Agency, 2018. The World Travel Awards recognizes companies, organizations and brands that push the boundaries of industry excellence.

Shift4 Payments, a leader in secure payment processing solutions, and Megasys Hospitality Solutions, provider of the Portfolio HMS solution, announced the general availability of their joint EMV-certified complete payment solution for full-service, multi-property hotels, resorts, conference and retreat centers and park lodges, cabins and campgrounds.

Months after becoming the first Costa Rican property management system (PMS) provider to ensure hotel compliance with the mandatory use of an electronic billing system, Seven Suite has partnered with one of the global hotel industry’s leading cloud platforms, SiteMinder, to further operational efficiencies for local hoteliers.

TravelClick, a leading global provider of data and revenue-generating solutions for hoteliers, released new data from the Company’s June 2018 North American Hospitality Review (NAHR).

Sabre Corporation, a leading technology provider to the global travel industry, has signed a new agreement with Booking.com, a global leader in connecting travelers with the widest possible choice of incredible places to stay.

Hostelling International and ReviewPro, leaders in guest intelligence, strengthen their partnership to help hostels exceed guest expectations.

Chesapeake Hospitality, a dynamic third-party hotel management company, announced that Cassie Bond, regional vice president of revenue management, has been named HSMAI's 2018 Corporate Revenue Management Professional of the Year. Kim Sims, president of Chesapeake Hospitality, made the announcement.

RLH Corporation announced that the company signed a franchise license agreement for a new Hotel RL in Salinas, Calif.