Quotes of the Week: Bickson Hospitality, Marriott, Wyndham

QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“He didn’t just set new standards for luxury—he championed the idea that hospitality is about creating experiences that touch people deeply. He created spaces where everyone felt seen, valued, and appreciated. That’s who Ratan Tata was—a man who made sure that kindness and compassion were at the core of everything he did.” – Raymond Bickson, Bickson Hospitality Group   Read story

“We had to really deprogram ourselves from the traditional Marriott ways and some of the programs that we have to offer… and some of the systems and tools that the hotels use when they have such a limited, smaller operating model. You can’t expect them to do what you would normally have at a hotel with 10 FTEs.” – Diana Plazas-Trowbridge, Marriott International, on launching City Express in the U.S. and Canada   Read story

“I’m all in for a soft landing with inflation coming closer to the Fed’s target of 2%.” – Bernhard Baumohl, The Economic Outlook Group   Read story

“We are pleased to have secured the Bannisters portfolio as a valuable addition to our Hotel Retreat portfolio. The current supply of new hotel accommodation is being hampered by rising construction costs, particularly for luxury venues in regional locations. These are distinct assets positioned in unrepeatable ocean view settings and boast a reputation of consistently achieving high occupancy levels.” – Paul Salter, Salter Brothers   Read story

“We have a two-year head start on the luxury market in Puerto Rico. Since we’ve started, Aman, Rosewood, Mandarin Oriental, Discovery Land, Four Seasons and Auberge have announced their new hotels coming to Puerto Rico.” – John Sears, Veranó Hotels + Resorts   Read story

“By delivering a turnkey, pre-designed package, many of the logistical and design costs typically associated with lobby remodels are reduced or eliminated. When compared to custom solutions, Lobby in a Box offers a lower upfront investment and quicker implementation, making it a cost-efficient option for owners looking to optimize their lobbies for extended stay guests.” – Ron Burgett, Choice Hotels International   Read story

“[They] have an opportunity and a platform to talk to each other and maybe even discover best practices between themselves, but also additionally unlock expert mentorship. Ultimately, the goal is to fast-track the individuals looking to open their projects and, once those projects are open, make sure that they are performing as efficiently as possible.” – Galen Barrett, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts    Read story