Corporate/Finance

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    Retrieved from Ashford Inc. on March 06, 2026
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    Ashford Inc. CFO bound for retirement

    Deric Eubanks will step down as chief financial officer of Ashford Inc. and its advised REITs, Ashford Hospitality Trust and Braemar Hotels & Resorts, amid the latter’s sale process.

    By • March 6, 2026
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    Courtesy of PM Hotel Group
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    PM Hotel Group names Kirk Pederson chief operating officer

    Pederson takes on the role after most recently serving as president of Sightline Hospitality, which merged with PM Hotel Group in 2024.

    By • March 6, 2026
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    Courtesy of Marriott International
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    Exit Interview: Marriott CFO Leeny Oberg reflects on decades-long career

    In a one-on-one interview, Oberg shares lessons learned, the impacts of technology on travel and Marriott’s growth prospects as she passes the baton.

    By • March 5, 2026
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    Retrieved from The Lodge at Tiburon on March 04, 2026
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    Peregrine Hospitality expands in Northern California amid targeted growth

    The hotel management company acquired The Lodge at Tiburon and Toll House Hotel as it focuses on drive-to leisure markets with multifaceted demand drivers, said CEO Greg Kennealey.

    By • March 4, 2026
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    Wyndham appoints Amit Sripathi as chief financial officer

    Following Michele Allen’s departure in November, Sripathi fills the CFO role permanently, as David Wilner takes over as chief development officer.

    By • March 3, 2026
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    Retrieved from Outrigger Hospitality Group on March 03, 2026
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    Outrigger exec talks Hawaii hospitality recovery, 2026 growth strategy

    Despite taking a “strong one-two punch” from COVID and the Maui wildfires, Hawaii remains a strategic priority for Outrigger, which is reinvesting millions across the islands, Chief Commercial Officer Sean Dee shares.

    By • March 3, 2026
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    Westgate Resorts names new COO

    Longtime executive Jared Saft played a key role in the addition of VI Resorts and Westgate’s strategic partnership with Choice Hotels.

    By • March 2, 2026
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    Prism secures 10 Sonder properties for US debut of Belvilla

    The former Sonder properties will convert under upscale European apart-hotel brand Belvilla amid its “deliberate and selective” U.S. expansion.

    By • March 2, 2026
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    Trailborn Hotels & Resorts taps chief operations officer amid expansion

    Paul Eckert joins the outdoor hospitality brand, which entered into a partnership with Marriott in 2024, as it plans for openings in Wyoming and California.

    By • Feb. 26, 2026
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    US hotels saw slight RevPAR uptick in January: CoStar

    Despite persistent challenges throughout 2025, U.S. hotels notched RevPAR gains in January, the first growth month since last March, per a new report.

    By • Feb. 26, 2026
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    W Atlanta Downtown will convert to JW Marriott

    The renovated and rebranded luxury hotel will open this spring, with wellness and culinary focused guest rooms and amenities.

    By • Feb. 26, 2026
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    Sage Hospitality names new CEO

    The appointment of Daniel del Olmo “reflects years of disciplined planning and leadership development,” per co-founder Zack Neumeyer.

    By • Feb. 25, 2026
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    Hotel CEOs tout 2026 growth despite persistent challenges in Q4

    Hospitality companies posted widespread U.S. RevPAR declines again in the fourth quarter, but a new year spells new hope, particularly on the development and technology fronts.

    By • Feb. 24, 2026
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    Hospitality M&A value saw ‘sharp rebound’ in H2 2025: report

    During the period, deal value spiked 229.8% compared to the prior half as investors prioritized quality over quantity, according to KPMG.

    By • Feb. 24, 2026
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    World Cup to bring ‘modest’ RevPAR growth to US: report

    While the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to bring notable RevPAR gains to U.S. host cities, the overall domestic impact will be "negligible," per CoStar and Tourism Economics.

    By • Feb. 23, 2026
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    Gencom’s NYC Ritz-Carlton buy signals bold 2026 strategy

    Chief Investment Officer Alessandro Colantonio shares the allure behind New York City and other key markets where the firm is eyeing branded luxury opportunities.

    By • Feb. 23, 2026
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    Retrieved from Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort on February 20, 2026
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    Host Hotels & Resorts sells 2 Four Seasons for combined $1.1B

    The Florida and Wyoming property sales continue the real estate investment trust’s recent divestment activity, including the sale of The St. Regis Houston.

    By • Feb. 20, 2026
  • The glass exterior of the Anaheim Convention Center features blue signage denoting Wyndham's 2023 Global Conference.
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    Wyndham CEO optimistic about future development despite RevPAR woes

    During a Thursday earnings call, Wyndham executives touted “strong conversion activity” amid a significant decline in U.S. RevPAR in Q4 2025. 

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    Global markets ‘key’ to Choice Hotels’ growth as US RevPAR down in Q4

    Dampened domestic travel demand could get a boost from anticipated tax relief for middle-income families as well as major events in 2026, per CEO Pacious.

    By • Feb. 19, 2026
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    IHG builds on conversion momentum in Q4 with collection brand launch

    The new upscale Noted Collection “fills a key space” in IHG’s brand ladder, as the company eyes strong net unit growth in 2026, CEO Elie Maalouf said.

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Caesars joins MGM, Wynn in posting Q4 Vegas dip

    Despite recent net revenue declines in the market, CEO Tom Reeg enters 2026 with optimism, saying “the allure of Las Vegas has not changed.”

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Global hotel investment volumes to see ‘robust increase’ in 2026: JLL

    Investment dynamics are improving largely due to strengthening debt markets, continued conviction in luxury assets and more private equity mobilization, per a new report. 

    By • Feb. 18, 2026
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    Hyatt executive chair Thomas Pritzker exits citing Epstein association

    The longtime board chairman will retire and not seek reelection after being named in court documents pertaining to the late Jeffrey Epstein’s sex crimes.

    By • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Marriott ‘actively investing’ in AI, reports progress on system migration

    The company is working to overhaul three core tech systems, rolling out the updates to “a meaningful number” of hotels in 2026.

    By Roberto Torres • Feb. 17, 2026
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    Wynn Resorts posts Q4 Vegas declines, points to brighter 2026

    Casino volumes and RevPAR are holding up well to start the year, and a solid group and convention calendar is promising, CEO Craig Billings said during an earnings call.

    By • Feb. 13, 2026