People Profiles

The People section on Hotel Investment Today features profiles and interviews with key figures in the hotel investment industry. It covers their career journeys, leadership strategies, and contributions to the sector and provides insights into the experiences and perspectives of industry leaders, highlighting their impact on the hospitality landscape.

News / Asset Management

Latest news: New CEO at Driftwood; junk fee law in NYC; Fairmont to Calgary

By Jeffrey Weinstein | January 23, 2026

Breaking news about deals, development, data and more.... Read More

News

Bruce White honored with Pioneer Award

By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 11, 2025

The wife and son of the White Lodging will be interviewed during presentation at ALIS. ... Read More

News / Brands

Highgate taps Azarbarzin to grow Viceroy

By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 9, 2025

The former CEO of Highgate puts on a new hat to lead global expansion of the evolving luxury lifestyle brand.... Read More

News / Insights

Burba named ALIS Lifetime Achievement winner

By Jeffrey Weinstein | December 3, 2025

The founder of ALIS with a career that goes back to 1978 will be honored for his actions, deeds and great accomplishments.... Read More

News / On the Money

Amar Lalvani talks lifestyle truths

By Jeffrey Weinstein | November 17, 2025

The president and creative director for Hyatt lifestyle brands talks about how to differentiate and even admits what it took to save the Standard brand.... Read More

News / Owners

Brookfield turns to ‘fixer’ mode

By Jeffrey Weinstein | October 2, 2025

Head of Hospitality Investments Shai Zelering said the PE giant wants to focus on the operations fundamentals of the business through capital infusions or collaborations.... Read More

News / Owners

Steve Case now connects real world communities

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 24, 2025

One of the internet’s original service providers now creates authentic and hands-on experiences through Revolution Places. ... Read More

News / Owners

Why exiting Miami investment early made sense for Certares

By Rob Schneider | September 15, 2025

Senior Managing Director Nolan Hecht discussed how a friendship that formed at Cornell has continued into one of the more successful investment collaborations. ... Read More

News / Insights

Legendary hotelier Bob Burns dies

By Jeffrey Weinstein | September 4, 2025

Founder of the Regent brand, Burns was also known for anticipating guests’ needs, respecting staff and advancing global tourism.... Read More

News / Owners

The ‘Brando’ opportunity

By Jeffrey Weinstein | August 20, 2025

Entrepreneur, hotelier Richard Bailey talks about the potential of organizing a ‘brand’ that stands for true environmental and social good. ... Read More

News / Brands

Omni courts corporates as it pushes toward luxury

August 20, 2025

The hotel company also has enhanced its new SME business travel program with deeper discounts and signed more accounts. ... Read More

News / Owners

Touting the “Pura Vida” in Costa Rica

Hotelier Mario Mikowski on the opportunities and obstacles of operating accommodations in the tropical destination.... Read More

News / Asset Management

On the Money with Philip 'Flip' Maritz

By Jeffrey Weinstein

Here is a transcript of the recent video interview with Philip Maritz, where he discusses his operating philosophy, his Sundance development, his expectations for the M&A market and more.... Read More