Companies Profiles

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Behind Shaner’s move into the Middle East
News / Management
Behind Shaner’s move into the Middle East
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 11, 2024
A Penn State connection leads to deal that will see Shaner, The First Group look to expand HMAs in Middle East, North Africa, Greece and Cyprus. ... Read More
Mandarin expands with 2 deals in Europe
News / Management
Mandarin expands with 2 deals in Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 9, 2024
Hôtel Lutetia in Paris and Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam will convert to Mandarin as the luxury group aims to grow significantly via management deals.... Read More
Orient Express hotels prepares to embark on new journey
News / Brands
Orient Express hotels prepares to embark on new journey
By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 4, 2024
First hotel in Rome officially announced with Venice coming next as CEO Perez-Alvarado working to grow the ultra-luxe brand’s pipeline. ... Read More
Why this ‘accidental’ hotelier sees a Spark of growth in India
News / Brands
Why this ‘accidental’ hotelier sees a Spark of growth in India
By Rob Schneider | December 3, 2024
Olive by Embassy recently signed a deal with Hilton to introduce the Spark brand in India and add 150 hotels in 10 years. Here’s how the deal came together and why it won’t just be for conversions.... Read More
Design Hotels sets sights on 400 properties
News / Brands
Design Hotels sets sights on 400 properties
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 26, 2024
New Managing Director Stijn Oyen said the design-led brand is a great fit for ‘adventurous, young entrepreneurs’ who do things differently.... Read More
Axiom deal sign of more to come for Pyramid in Europe
News / Management
Axiom deal sign of more to come for Pyramid in Europe
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 22, 2024
Pyramid Global Hospitality CIO Chris Devine says to expect more bolt-on deals in Europe with the goal to be the go-to manager on the continent. ... Read More
ActivumSG heads for ‘dislocation’ targets in UK
News / Owners
ActivumSG heads for ‘dislocation’ targets in UK
By Robert Cole | November 21, 2024
The private equity firm’s Managing Director James de Lusignan talks about new strategy that others might find too complex.... Read More
CapitaLand acquiring SC Capital Partners in stages
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
CapitaLand acquiring SC Capital Partners in stages
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 20, 2024
Initial 40% stake for $214 million will include another $400 million strategic capital stake. Deal give CapitaLand greater exposure to Japanese hotel market. ... Read More
La Résidences dream deal for HMD Asia, KS Hotels
News / Mergers and Acquisitions
La Résidences dream deal for HMD Asia, KS Hotels
By Raini H.R. | November 18, 2024
The acquisition spotlights two Southeast Asian ‘buddies’ whose journey in hotel investment is steadily rising. ... Read More
Inside the Wyndham-Reside franchise deal
News / Franchising
Inside the Wyndham-Reside franchise deal
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 15, 2024
Reside Founder and CEO Lee Curtis explains how the deal came together and how he plans to expand into the branded residence business.... Read More
Viceroy launches more than experiential refresh
News / Brands
Viceroy launches more than experiential refresh
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 13, 2024
With owner Highgate’s influence and needed new investment in the luxury lifestyle brand, now is the time to restart the growth engines, development head said.... Read More
Corinthia’s ambitious growth plans include first U.S. hotel
News / Brands
Corinthia’s ambitious growth plans include first U.S. hotel
By Christina Jelski | November 13, 2024
Corinthia’s ambitious growth plans include first U.S. hotel false The small luxury player is evaluating its existing portfolio while getting ready to open in Brussels, Bucharest, Rome, and potentially others in the U.S. Brought to you by 0 0 Christina Jelski... Read More
Marriott’s Design Hotels accelerates portfolio growth
News / Brands
Marriott’s Design Hotels accelerates portfolio growth
By Rob Schneider | November 12, 2024
 The collection of independent hotels has signed 29 new agreements and grown 10% over the past 12 months, including key signings in the U.S., Mexico, Switzerland, Italy, Turkey, Singapore and Bali.... Read More
Oberoi to debut at big project in London’s Mayfair
News / Owners
Oberoi to debut at big project in London’s Mayfair
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 12, 2024
Oberoi to debut at big project in London’s Mayfair false Developer Grosvenor and Oberoi parent EIH London Investment make a deal to become part of £500 million redevelopment project. Brought to you by 52813 0 74 News LONDON – Oberoi Hotels &... Read More
Gilda Perez-Alvarado navigates her 180° career change
News / On the Money
Gilda Perez-Alvarado navigates her 180° career change
By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 7, 2024
In her second year as Accor’s chief strategy officer and now head of the emerging ultra-luxury Orient Express hotel brand, the broker-turned-hotelier talks about how her discoveries and what's next.... Read More