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Stay updated with the latest news and insights on leading hotel companies through Hotel Investment Today's company profiles section. Our insightful coverage includes executive interviews, brand developments, strategic growth plans, and more that are shaping the hospitality industry.

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Hilton acquires Graduate Hotels brand for $210M

By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 14, 2024

Seller AJ Capital will retain asset ownership and Hilton has hopes to grow the brand via franchise to as many as 500 worldwide.... Read More

News / Brands

Airbnb’s Stephenson on expansion beyond the core and AI

By Linda Fox | March 13, 2024

Chief business officer discusses growth opportunities and the role AI can play to widen their market. ... Read More

News / Owners

Why RREAF Holdings is beaming about the Sun Belt

By Rob Schneider | March 13, 2024

RREAF Holdings’ Greg Perry talks about the company’s drive-to-resort properties, building an extended-stay portfolio and its sizeable investment in RV parks.... Read More

News / Management

Aimbridge targets extended growth in Latin America

By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 12, 2024

Recent deal adds four properties (three Marriott branded) in Mexico and leadership is turning their attention to resort and lifestyle markets. ... Read More

News / Brands

Could H World be Asia’s first global hotel behemoth?

By Raini H. R. | March 12, 2024

Western chains go beyond their home base and become huge global players. Why not Asian chains? Could H World be first as it ramps up international expansion with brands such as Ji Hotel? ... Read More

News / Brands

Hilton expands into EMEA with Home2 Suites

By Stefani C. O'Connor | March 11, 2024

Two deals already inked for ‘untapped market;’ greater brand awareness, deals across multiple countries and opportunities for adaptive reuse, conversions in the mix.... Read More

News / Brands

Accor's Bailly on how AI can enhance luxury experiences

By Mitra Sorrells | March 8, 2024

As opposed believing AI is a risk to luxury hotelkeeping, Bailly called it a "digital enabler” for hotel staff to create an enhanced, more emotional connection with guests.... Read More

News / Owners

For public-private project leader, persistence, patience pay off

By Rob Schneider | March 6, 2024

Matthews Southwest Hospitality specializes in public-private partnerships, but the developer is also taking equity stakes in Dallas-Fort Worth projects, including a new brand.... Read More

News / Management

Update: Hyatt deal showcases its flexibility in China

By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 4, 2024

Hyatt, HTTG, Dragon Group deal will lead to 60 new hotels and builds on US giant’s adaptability and commitment to growth in China. ... Read More

News / Owners

Meyer Jabara bets on Canadian import to lead development

By Stefani C. O'Connor | March 1, 2024

Ian McAuley lands MJH’s first CIO post and is determined to help the owner-operator rethink growth.... Read More

News / Mergers and Acquistions

Follow up: Sircle pushes the boundaries

By Robert Cole | February 29, 2024

Cash infusion and public offering will give one of Europe’s preeminent lifestyle hotel operators the opportunity to triple its size in familiar markets.... Read More

News / Brands

Deutsche Hospitality rebrands as H World International

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 29, 2024

Complementing the parent company’s vast presence in China, the rebranding and new deals underline commitment to global growth. ... Read More

News / Owners

Hotel Equities-Greenwood alliance ready to take off

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 28, 2024

With Hotel Equities new capital partner providing dry powder, two full-service/lifestyle portfolio deals are in the works, and more could follow.... Read More

News / Management

Aimbridge Hospitality names 'operator at heart' Smith as CEO

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 27, 2024

With the support of new Executive Chairman Steve Joyce, the long-time Marriott leader told Hotel Investment Today that he will elevate the GM role and take advantage of global growth opportunities.... Read More

News / Owners

Duo on the 'attack' with Trailborn brand launch

By Jeffrey Weinstein | February 27, 2024

Emerging American outdoors-inspired concept has savvy owner-operators who plan to outhustle their potential competitors to the best deals in the best locations.... Read More

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