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BeCause Streamlines Carbon and Water Measurement for Hotels Around the World

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Carbon, Carbon footprint, Tourism, Data collection, WTTC, GBTA, HCMI, Organization, Knowledge, Carbon accounting, AHLA, Water, Travel, Because

BERLIN and COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BeCause, a technology start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel and tourism industries manage its sustainability data, has digitized the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance's (the Alliance) HCMI and HWMI methodologies.  

Key Points: 
  • The new feature, announced today during ITB Berlin, will enable hotels to leverage the Alliance's free industry measurement tools, the Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative (HCMI) and Hotel Water Measurement Initiative (HWMI) .
  • The HCMI, based on the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, is used to calculate a hotel's carbon footprint, while the HWMI helps hotels calculate water usage on their properties; both are now available within the BeCause centralized hub.
  • HCMI, the only industry-recognized carbon calculation methodology for over a decade, applies to all hotels, large or small, regardless of the amenities offered.
  • The digitized methodologies will significantly reduce the time and cost hotels require to collect and communicate data related to their carbon and water usage and impact.

BeCause Streamlines Carbon and Water Measurement for Hotels Around the World

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Carbon, Carbon footprint, Tourism, Data collection, WTTC, GBTA, HCMI, Organization, Knowledge, Carbon accounting, AHLA, Water, Travel, Because

BERLIN and COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BeCause, a technology start-up transforming how the global hospitality, travel and tourism industries manage its sustainability data, has digitized the Sustainable Hospitality Alliance's (the Alliance) HCMI and HWMI methodologies.  

Key Points: 
  • The new feature, announced today during ITB Berlin, will enable hotels to leverage the Alliance's free industry measurement tools, the Hotel Carbon Measurement Initiative (HCMI) and Hotel Water Measurement Initiative (HWMI) .
  • The HCMI, based on the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, is used to calculate a hotel's carbon footprint, while the HWMI helps hotels calculate water usage on their properties; both are now available within the BeCause centralized hub.
  • HCMI, the only industry-recognized carbon calculation methodology for over a decade, applies to all hotels, large or small, regardless of the amenities offered.
  • The digitized methodologies will significantly reduce the time and cost hotels require to collect and communicate data related to their carbon and water usage and impact.

Local non-profits recognized through Choice Hotels' Your Community, Your Choice Program

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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NORTH BETHESDA, Md., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Over a dozen local non-profits nationwide were recently recognized as part of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)'s Your Community, Your Choice program. This program, which began in 2019, empowers hotel owners and operators to make a positive difference in their communities. The recipients of the grants, totaling $75,000, exemplify Choice Hotels' commitment to serving the communities where our owners and operators work and live.

Key Points: 
  • NORTH BETHESDA, Md., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Over a dozen local non-profits nationwide were recently recognized as part of Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH)'s Your Community, Your Choice program.
  • This program, which began in 2019, empowers hotel owners and operators to make a positive difference in their communities.
  • "We are proud to recognize and celebrate the impact of these charities Choice hotel owners and operators nominated to receive grants," said Megan Brumagim, vice president, sustainability, Choice Hotels International.
  • The Your Community, Your Choice program is just one example of how Choice helps make that happen."

Delavan Lake Lawn Management's Brandon McConnell Appointed to American Hotel & Lodging Association's National Independent & Boutique Hotel Committee

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Friday, March 1, 2024
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DELAVAN, Wis., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Brandon McConnell, Corporate Executive at Delavan Lake Lawn Management LLC (DLLM), has been appointed to the American Hotel & Lodging Association's (AHLA) inaugural national committee dedicated to independent and boutique hotels across the country, while also representing the entire state of Wisconsin.

Key Points: 
  • DELAVAN, Wis., March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Brandon McConnell, Corporate Executive at Delavan Lake Lawn Management LLC (DLLM), has been appointed to the American Hotel & Lodging Association 's (AHLA) inaugural national committee dedicated to independent and boutique hotels across the country, while also representing the entire state of Wisconsin.
  • Unanimously nominated by the Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) and the state's lodging leaders, McConnell will play a crucial role in shaping AHLA's advocacy priorities, fostering grassroots engagement, and addressing key issues impacting the independent and boutique hotel sector.
  • "I am beyond honored to be appointed to The American Hotel & Lodging Association's National Independent & Boutique Hotel Committee to continue representing and advocating for some of our country's most beautiful hotels and resorts, while also diving deeper into supporting the unique and often nuanced challenges that face this vertical," said McConnell.
  • This exciting achievement and appointment come at a time of significant progress for McConnell as two of DLLM's properties are undergoing extensive renovations.

National Hotel Miami Beach Embracing Flexible Financial Management Tools to Streamline Back-Office Operations

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Diamond, Bank reconciliation, Accounts receivable, HTNG, IBM, Hotel Technology Next Generation, International Society, Workflow, ISHC, National Hotel, Forecasting, Accounts payable, Statistics, General ledger, AHLA, Bank statement, American Hotel, Software, Fisch, Management

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- With 101 newly designed city and direct ocean view guest rooms in its historic tower and 36 luxurious cabanas and suites, The National Hotel Miami Beach is impressing guests with stunning views, luxury accommodations, personalized experiences, and unparalleled service. Invisible to guests at this AAA 4 Diamond oceanfront property is how efficiently the hotel's finance team is operating thanks to the addition of two software solutions from Aptech: PVNG Enterprise Accounting and Targetvue Budgeting & Forecasting.

Key Points: 
  • "The Aptech software development team is amazing," said Sarah Fisch, chief financial officer at The National Hotel.
  • The flexibility of the software and the support team makes us feel like both solutions were tailored just for The National Hotel.
  • "We are delighted that The National Hotel is finding PVNG and Targetvue to be so flexible, functional, and user friendly," Costa said.
  • "Being able to streamline their financial processes is enabling management to deliver reports on the fly to those who need them.

BluHost Taking Hospitality Financial Management Seriously with New Accounting System Upgrade

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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PITTSBURGH, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- BluHost is entering 2024 with a new enterprise accounting solution backing its portfolio of select service and ultra-luxury hotels and a mix of fine dining to casual restaurants. José M. Suárez, president and CEO of the Puerto Rico based hospitality management company, selected PVNG by Aptech because of past positive experiences with the company.

Key Points: 
  • José M. Suárez, president and CEO of the Puerto Rico based hospitality management company, selected PVNG by Aptech because of past positive experiences with the company.
  • "When BluHost was founded, it began looking for a unified financial system that could be leveraged across our many hotels and restaurants," said Lissette Rivera, BluHost director of finance.
  • The cloud based PVNG system is easy to use, economical, and gives remote access to whomever needs it.
  • Time is money, and as far as BluHost is concerned, this is the perfect accounting system for our developing hospitality environment."

Hireology Named Best Applicant Tracking System of 2024 by Hotel Tech Report

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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CHICAGO, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hireology , the leading provider of hiring software for multi-location businesses, announced today that its platform has ranked #1 overall on the Global Best Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) list in the 2024 HotelTechAwards .

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hireology , the leading provider of hiring software for multi-location businesses, announced today that its platform has ranked #1 overall on the Global Best Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) list in the 2024 HotelTechAwards .
  • The HotelTechAwards are produced by Hotel Tech Report , the leading authority on hotel software and digital transformation in the hotel industry.
  • Often referred to as "the Grammys of hotel tech," the HotelTechAwards rank the world's best hotel software companies and products based on authentic, timely reviews from real users.
  • This means that Hireology's users decided the #1 ATS," said Hotel Tech Report CEO, Jordan Hollander.

G6 Hospitality Renews and Expands Commitments to Combat Human Trafficking in 2024

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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DALLAS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, G6 Hospitality , the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6 , is renewing and expanding its long-standing efforts to combat human trafficking and raise awareness around the widespread issue.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In support of National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, G6 Hospitality , the parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6 , is renewing and expanding its long-standing efforts to combat human trafficking and raise awareness around the widespread issue.
  • The training, required at every Motel 6 and Studio 6 location, is aimed at building awareness of the signs and response protocol for human trafficking.
  • The company is also renewing ongoing partnerships with law enforcement agencies and survivor advocate organizations in 2024, including:
    AHLA Foundation : G6 Hospitality is a longtime partner of AHLA and the AHLA Foundation.
  • "G6 Hospitality remains committed to combatting human trafficking across the country and has a zero-tolerance policy against it," said Julie Arrowsmith, CEO of G6 Hospitality.

American Hotel & Lodging Association Names Hireology its Leadership Partner for Talent Technology

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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CHICAGO, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hireology , the leading provider of hiring software for multi-location businesses, today announced a new partnership with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) — the largest hotel association in the U.S. As part of this new partnership, AHLA has named Hireology its Leadership Partner for talent technology.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Dec. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hireology , the leading provider of hiring software for multi-location businesses, today announced a new partnership with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) — the largest hotel association in the U.S. As part of this new partnership, AHLA has named Hireology its Leadership Partner for talent technology.
  • As the top-rated applicant tracking system on G2 and in Hotel Tech Report, Hireology is uniquely positioned to lead these conversations.
  • "Hireology is an innovative hiring technology leader and provider of value-added hotel-specific workforce knowledge," said Chip Rogers, President & CEO of AHLA.
  • This partnership comes at the heels of several key Hireology initiatives designed to help hospitality businesses capture and retain talent.

UMF|PerfectCLEAN Calls for Nominations for Fifth Annual National Guest Room Attendant Excellence Award

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nominations are open for UMF|PerfectCLEAN's fifth annual National Guest Room Attendant (GRA) Excellence Award. UMF|PerfectCLEAN developed the award to recognize the hotel housekeepers – GRAs – who ensure hotels and lodges across the country are clean and safe for guests. GRAs have faced many challenges in 2023 as hotel occupancy rates approach pre-pandemic levels, guests demand cleanliness and hygiene, and staffing shortages abound. The award provides hotel general managers, room directors, and housekeeping managers with an opportunity to recognize the staff members who commit themselves to the highest standards of excellence. Nominations for the National GRA Excellence Award are open through Dec. 15, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • NORTHBROOK, Ill., Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nominations are open for UMF|PerfectCLEAN's fifth annual National Guest Room Attendant (GRA) Excellence Award .
  • The award provides hotel general managers, room directors, and housekeeping managers with an opportunity to recognize the staff members who commit themselves to the highest standards of excellence.
  • Nominations for the National GRA Excellence Award are open through Dec. 15, 2023.
  • "The National GRA Excellence Award is an ideal way to honor the hotel housekeeper who deserves recognition," added Clarke.