People Profiles

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Meet the Singapore CFSO who counts beans and greens
By Raini Hamdi | September 29, 2023
Number crunchers and tree huggers may seem strange bedfellows, but more companies like CapitaLand are putting sustainability with finance. Will it take off in hospitality?  ... Read More
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Owners
Ovolo, Minor CEOs discuss what it takes to win
By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 13, 2023
Two leaders with similar mindsets talk at HICAP ANZ about their commitment to the business and plans for growth.... Read More
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Owners
BH3 Co-CEO Freedman on Raleigh deal, lending dynamics
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 24, 2023
Florida-based developer, investor, lender talks about why it is working with SHVO in Miami Beach, offers his perspective on hospitality lending trends and more.... Read More
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Brands
Perez-Alvarado grateful for those who paved the way
By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 23, 2023
Incoming chief strategy officer for Accor tells Hotel Investment Today the timing was right to start a new challenge after leading JLL's hospitality division.... Read More
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Brands
New business units diversify Dusit’s earnings
By Raini Hamdi | August 22, 2023
There’s more to Bangkok-based Dusit International now than just rooms. In fact, its adjacent businesses are targeted to account for half of the company’s revenues in five years.... Read More
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Insights
Rob Schneider named HIT managing editor
August 1, 2023
Talented business journalist will help take Hotel Investment Today to the next level; Scoviak moves to custom & design content director role.... Read More
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Owners
Singapore brand making the industry take notice
By Raini Hamdi | July 26, 2023
A chain once dismissed as “love hotels” has once again captured industry attention with its M&A moves and transformational journey as a formidable mid-tier contender.... Read More
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Owners
Grace Bay’s Advani loves the Caribbean life
By Jeffrey Weinstein | July 20, 2023
Now 20 years in at Grace Bay Resorts, Turks and Caicos, the co-founder and COO reflects, considers the future and discusses the state of business in the Caribbean.... Read More
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Management
Pyramid’s Fields: Disruption creates opportunity
By Jeffrey Weinstein | March 24, 2023
 While Pyramid Global won’t grow for growth’s sake, CEO Fields said digging a little harder should be worth the effort.  ... Read More
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Owners
Thailand’s top owner pays to get top spenders
By Raini Hamdi | January 30, 2023
Wallapa Traisorat, leader of Thailand's biggest hotel ownership group, discusses new strategy to grow the business.... Read More
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Brands
ALIS video: New G6 Hospitality CEO Julie Arrowsmith
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 26, 2023
Just a few weeks into the job as CEO of G6 Hospitality and its Motel 6 and Studio 6 extended-stay brand, company veteran Julie Arrowsmith discusses her priorities, challenges and opportunities.... Read More
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Brands
ALIS video: Hilton CFO, President, Global Development Kevin Jacobs
By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2023
Hilton CFO and President of Global Development Kevin Jacobs discusses the rebound, new brands and inspirations for continued growth.... Read More
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Brands
ALIS video interview: Tony Capuano, CEO, Marriott International
January 23, 2023
Hotel Investment Today launches its video interview series with Tony Capuano, CEO of Marriott International, talking about everything from alt-lodging to evolving brand standards and what he's reading right now.... Read More
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Owners
Touting the “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica
October 1, 2022
 Hotelier Mario Mikowski on the opportunities and obstacles of operating accommodations in the tropical destination.... Read More