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Daniel J Voellm

中国郊区度假村 (Read article)

自2005年左右开始,在中国开业的国际品牌度假村数量与日俱增。本篇文章就这些度假村的运营模式、需求构成、主要设施和市场展望进行了深入分析。

Sep 2, 2010 By Daniel J Voellm and Guanlu Feng

Christopher J Mumford

Global Leaders Check-In  (Read article)

CEOs share the challenges and opportunities of leadership in a recession

Aug 24, 2010 By Christopher J Mumford

Darius M Hatami

Golf and Resorts - Why Golf is Still Relevant (Download file)

While there is oversupply of golf in many markets, the tertiary impact of golf on the financial performance of resorts remains the driving force for inclusion. This article explores the impacts of golf on occupancy, rate and revpar at golf resorts.

Aug 18, 2010 By Darius M Hatami

Chris Anklin

The Cogs That Grind To A Halt (Read article)

Letting someone go can be one of the most difficult decisions for managers to make. Once it has been determined as the only course of action, holding on to ineffective or obstructive people can harm an organization.

Aug 3, 2010 By Chris Anklin

Kirby D. Payne

Is Your Hotel A Mess? (Read article)

We've assumed management or done operational reviews of many hotels. So we’ve had the opportunity for an intimate look at the workings of all types of hotels. We’ve noticed some commonalities we think are symptomatic—and, therefore, instructive

Jul 30, 2010 By Kirby D. Payne

Andrew Cohan

Voluntourism: The Human Side of Sustainable Tourism (Download file)

This article focuses on the service-oriented tourism market, known as “voluntourism”. Voluntourism is a growing segment of travelers who combine the volunteer spirit of doing good work, with the adventure and cultural aspects of leisure travel.

Jul 20, 2010 By Andrew Cohan

Jim Houran

20|20 Skills is selected by SugarHouse Casino  (Read article)

20|20 Skills™ is selected by SugarHouse Casino to help manage its human capital.

Jun 18, 2010 By Jim Houran

HVS Journal, June 2010 (Read article)

NYU International Hospitality Investment Conference Journal, June 2010

May 26, 2010 By HVS

Keith Kefgen

The Taxman Cometh (Read article)

Keith Kefgen, CEO HVS Executive Search, questions recent suggestions to increase taxes on the highest spending consumers. Will such a revenue stream really help balance the massive US budget deficit?

May 6, 2010 By Keith Kefgen

Jim Houran

20|20 Assessment™ Presents Results of New HSMAI Survey of Meeting Planners (Read article)

The 20|20 Assessment™ team presents key findings from our recently analyzed pre-conference survey conducted for HSMAI’s Affordable Meetings® Mid-America conference.

Apr 28, 2010 By Jim Houran

Joie de Vivre and the Art of the Hotel  (Read article)

With the economy still in a slump, Joie de Vivre hotels are on a mission to lift the spirits of both guests and staff.

Feb 24, 2010 By Kathryn M. Kantes

Vail Resorts: Pioneering Sustainability  (Read article)

From relieving destruction from a forest fire to inspiring vendors to go green, a sustainable vision is paramount for Vail Resorts’ Director of Environmental Affairs.

Jan 27, 2010 By John Scaggs

Alan J Keith

Personal Branding: The Key to Thrive in Today’s Marketplace (Read article)

Today’s employees need to manage their own careers and proactively seek resources such as coaching to achieve desirable outcomes. Personal branding is a strong component of this process, and one that promotes employability and self-confidence.

Jan 13, 2010 By Alan J Keith

HVS Eco Services Contributes to Sustainability Article in Western Real Estate Business (Read article)

HVS Eco Services offers insights on low-cost high-impact sustainability initiatives that hoteliers can implement in a down economy.

Nov 30, 2009 By John Scaggs

Christopher J Mumford

Board Sports (Read article)

HVS Executive Search’s annual review of corporate governance practices at European hotel companies sees Rezidor take top honours.

Oct 22, 2009 By Christopher J Mumford and Thomas Mielke

Thomas G. Dolan

Hotel Property Tax Appeals: A Life Line in the Perfect Storm (Read article)

A deluge of expenses has met with a drought of income in the current economy. A reduction in property taxes could prove the life line hoteliers need.

Oct 16, 2009 By Thomas G. Dolan and Christopher T. Elder

Pooja Vir

Spot Your Superman: Talent Management in the Hotel Industry (Read article)

Top talent seems to be as elusive as Superman’s true identity; managing this talent an equally elusory skill. HVS Executive Search decided to play Lois Lane and went out in search of the superhero hotelier.

Oct 14, 2009 By Pooja Vir

Jim Houran

20|20 Assessment™ Presents New HSMAI Survey Results (Read article)

The 20|20 Assessment™ team is pleased to present key findings from our recently analyzed survey conducted for the 20th Annual HSMAI's Affordable Meetings® National/ETE Conference & Exposition

Sep 16, 2009 By Jim Houran

Mark H Keith

Fit For Strife (Read article)

With pressure to reduce costs by streamlining, what are the brand implications for downsized companies?

Aug 27, 2009 By Mark H Keith

Juliette M. Boone

Say on Pay: Real Bark or a Whimper? (Read article)

HVS Executive Search looks at the Say on Pay bill recently passed in the United States - a real reform or just good politics?

Aug 19, 2009 By Juliette M. Boone and Keith Kefgen

Keith Kefgen

Executive Pay -The How and The What (Read article)

Shareholders are demanding transparency and they are going to get it. With the right balance of metrics, managerial behavior can be directed in the appropriate way

Aug 4, 2009 By Keith Kefgen

Douglas M Rosen

Web 2.0 Employment Branding  (Read article)

The advent of social networking has brought a higher level of interactivity than ever before. HVS Executive Search looks at how hotel companies should use social networking as a strategy for their sales and marketing and customer relationship...

Jul 24, 2009 By Douglas M Rosen

Christopher J Mumford

Upgrading in the Downturn (Read article)

Many companies are downsizing and cost cutting but also taking advantage of the opportunity to assess their talent and to upgrade where necessary.

Jul 23, 2009 By Christopher J Mumford

Tatiana Veller

Is Russia still the investment community’s sweetheart? (Read article)

In the current times of economic turmoil, does the once lucrative market still present an attractive proposition for international hotel brands and investors? HVS Executive Search investigates further.

Jul 14, 2009 By Tatiana Veller

Steve Rushmore

A New Approach To Appraising Hotels (Download file)

Steve Rushmore Monthly article in Lodging Hospitality.

Jul 1, 2009 By Steve Rushmore