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Marriott International today announced that David Flueck, a 22-year veteran of the company who has played a central role in the evolution and global success of Marriott Bonvoy, will retire at the end of March to pursue a new opportunity aligned with his passion for the outdoors.Marriott International today announced that David Flueck, a 22-year veteran of the company who has played a central role in the evolution and global success of Marriott Bonvoy, will retire at the end of March to pursue a new opportunity aligned with his passion for the outdoors. 

Algorithm-based applicant tracking systems (ATS) have been in place for over 20 years. Recruiters have generally come to rely on the algorithms to find the most qualified talent for the specific roles that are being filled. AI is exposing the weaknesses in ATS applicant ranking and selection. The odds are that top candidates are being ignored because of this strategy and sent to the “Thank you for applying” waste field of untapped talent buried in the applicant database. Talent acquisition strategies and tactics need to have a human intervention that mines the forgotten treasure of talent that is sitting in...

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a framework agreement for 7 new Ginger hotels. The agreement marks a significant step in expanding the Ginger brand in key cities in north India.Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, today announced the signing of a framework agreement for 7 new Ginger hotels. The agreement marks a significant step in expanding the Ginger brand in key cities in north India. 

Uga Resorts, the boutique Sri Lankan hotel group renowned for its world-class hospitality, is pleased to unveil the first phase of Uga Jungle Beach’s brand new look, marked by the complete refurbishment of its 49 rooms and restaurant. The remaining enhancements – including the pool area, beach bar and spa – are set for completion in March 2026.Uga Resorts, the boutique Sri Lankan hotel group renowned for its world-class hospitality, is pleased to unveil the first phase of Uga Jungle Beach’s brand new look, marked by the complete refurbishment of its 49 rooms and restaurant. The remaining enhancements – including...

The Hospitality Asset Managers Association (“HAMA”) today announced its new 2026 board of directors. The 11-person board represents a diverse collection of backgrounds and ownership groups.The Hospitality Asset Managers Association (“HAMA”) today announced its new 2026 board of directors. The 11-person board represents a diverse collection of backgrounds and ownership groups. 

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Influence Society, a leading digital marketing agency serving high-end hospitality brands, has announced a new strategic partnership with Familiar, an AI-first hotel CRM, bringing advanced guest relationship management to its portfolio of boutique and independent hotel clients. Familiar’s AI-native CRM platform will now be integrated as a core component of Influence Society’s marketing stack, empowering hotels to activate their guest data through automated personalization and performance-led campaigns.Influence Society, a leading digital marketing agency serving high-end hospitality brands, has announced a new strategic partnership with Familiar, an AI-first hotel CRM, bringing advanced guest relationship management to its portfolio of boutique and...

At first glance, quantum physics and revenue management should never meet.At first glance, quantum physics and revenue management should never meet. 

RMS, a leading hospitality platform for hotels, motels, parks, serviced apartments and short-term rentals, today announced that its fully integrated payment solution, RMS Pay, has surpassed €1 billion in processed transactions just one year after its global launch.RMS, a leading hospitality platform for hotels, motels, parks, serviced apartments and short-term rentals, today announced that its fully integrated payment solution, RMS Pay, has surpassed €1 billion in processed transactions just one year after its global launch.