Hospitality industry leaders had a lot to contend with in the first half of 2025, from shifting RevPAR outlooks to labor shortages. 

But executives in the space offered sage advice about how hoteliers can succeed this year, whether through loyalty strategy or tech-powered optimization. Meanwhile, development leaders from Marriott International and Hyatt Hotels gave insights into their companies’ growth strategies. 

See below for the best of Hotel Dive’s in-depth conversations with hospitality industry leaders from the first half of 2025.