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Prism Hotels & Resorts Appoints Will Traywick as Vice President of eCommerce and Digital Marketing

Prism Hotels & Resorts | May 21, 2019

DALLAS, May 21, 2019 — Dallas-based Prism Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning, full service hotel management, investment, and advisory services company, announced today that it has hired Will Traywick as vice president of eCommerce & digital marketing. Prism President & CEO Steve Van made the announcement. "As eCommerce and digital marketing continues to become an increasingly critical aspect in hotel performance, we are eager to welcome Will to our ever-growing leadership team of top talent," said Van. "Will's vast knowledge and experience in hospitality, marketing and revenue and eCommerce services will be hugely beneficial ...

How and Why Hotels Should Prioritize Spending on Tech

Mark Van Amerongen | October 9, 2018

By Mark Van Amerongen From payment securities and guestroom technology to amenities and even internal processes like revenue management, tech is everywhere throughout—and behind the scenes of—a hotel. But how should hoteliers prioritize investments into technology? What pieces of technology have the biggest impact on the customer experience? Which tech investments come with the biggest risk versus potential rewards? And what tech truly improves bottom-line results? These are tough questions, and hotel owners and operators who are on the front lines are grappling with these questions every day. And while definitive answers mi...

Overview: The Increasing Costs of Hotel Customer Acquisition

Allison Handy | July 9, 2018

By Allison Handy When we talk about red flags and concerns about increasing acquisition costs, some might be inclined to dismiss any worries and point to continued growth and prosperity—both in the industry and across the larger economy. And it is certainly true that we are in the midst of a sustained period of strong performance. The Prosperity Trap: Consider the following recently released data from TravelClick. As of this May, committed occupancy for the second quarter of 2018 through the first quarter of 2019 is up at 1.6% compared to a year ago. The pace of new commitments is continuing to edge upward, increasing by 0.1% over...

Prism Hotels & Resorts Adds Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown and Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown to Management Portfolio

Prism Hotels & Resorts | January 30, 2018

DALLAS, Jan. 30, 2018 — Dallas-based Prism Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning, full service hotel management, investment, and advisory services company, is breaking into the Seattle market, adding the Hyatt House Seattle/Downtown and the Hyatt Place Seattle/Downtown hotels to its management portfolio. Prism President & CEO Steve Van made the announcement. "The opportunity to manage two new, fantastic properties in the largest city in the Pacific Northwest is exciting for us and further shows that our results are resonating with the specific needs of entrepreneurial owners," Van said. "We are exceptionally proud to exp...

Prism Hotels & Resorts Opens Newly-Built 166-Room Tru by Hilton Las Vegas Airport

Tru by Hilton | December 11, 2017

LAS VEGAS and MCLEAN, Va. – Dec. 11, 2017 – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today celebrates the opening of Tru by Hilton Las Vegas Airport, marking a number of milestones for the brand including its eighth U.S. hotel, its largest location, and its westernmost property to-date. Managed by Dallas-based Prism Hotels & Resorts, Tru by Hilton Las Vegas Airport is located less than three miles from the Vegas Strip, offering access to some of the country's most exciting restaurants and tourist attractions. With more than 470 hotels in various stages of development, Tru by Hilton has achieved the fastest-growing pipeline in the history of t...

The Concourse Hotel at Los Angeles Airport Undergoes $75 Million Transformation and Transitions to Hyatt Regency

Hyatt Regency | October 5, 2016

CHICAGO (October 4, 2016) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the brand transition of The Concourse Hotel at Los Angeles Airport from a Hyatt affiliated hotel to Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport. The 580-room hotel is undergoing an extensive $75 million renovation, which is scheduled to conclude January 1, 2017. Currently open and accepting guests, Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is under the expert direction of Managing Director Jeff Rostek with the support of Prism Hotels & Resorts. "Our hotel is not only helping to transform Century Boulevard, but it is elevating the hotel exp...

99-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Opens in Cambridge, Ohio with General Manager Alice Tackett at the Helm

Fairfield Inn & Suites | September 9, 2016

Cambridge, OH –September 9, 2016 – The 99-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Cambridge, Ohio is now open with its smart, inventive public space and guest room design, and its bright and inviting décor. Located at 8700 Dozer Road, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Cambridge will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Pine Hill Crossing, LLC. and managed by Prism Hotels & Resorts. This is the first Fairfield Inn & Suites in the area to feature the brand's new design and décor, which enhance the guest experience through flexible features, and a warm and welcoming environment. Whether traveling ...

Managed by Prism Hotels & Resorts the New Embassy Suites Oklahoma City Downtown/Medical Center Opens

Embassy Suites Hotels | February 18, 2015

February 17, 2015 Embassy Suites Hotels, the Hilton Worldwide brand of upscale all-suite hotels, announced today the opening of Embassy Suites Oklahoma City Downtown/Medical Center. Located in the heart of the metropolis, this new-build hotel marks the third Embassy Suites property in the Sooner State. The full service hotel offers 195 two-room guest suites and over 10,000 square feet of meeting space. Travelers will find flavors to match any palate at the new on-site restaurant, E.S. Founders, led by Executive Chef Andrew Black. On April 9th the hotel will host a Grand Opening Reception and is currently accepting guest reservations. Em...