Maya Hotels, a Charlotte-based hotel company, has promoted Krishna Deva to CEO and Parimal Thakor to president. After almost three decades of leadership, Baldev Thakor and JD Deva will shift to the title of founders, remaining actively engaged in a strategic and advisory capacity within the company. Krishna Deva is responsible for driving operations and financial performance across the organization, while Parimal Thakor is focused on the company’s ground-up development and directs all capital projects. The new president joined the company in 2008, with the new CEO coming aboard in 2019. Throu ..read more

North Texas developer Jackson-Shaw and Tucson-based Holualoa Companies will develop the dual-branded AC Hotel by Marriott North Phoenix at Norterra and Element by Westin North Phoenix at Norterra. The two hotels connected under one roof are located close to the Shops at Norterra. The property is expected to break ground in May and open in late 2025. The four-story development will feature a total of 274 guestrooms, 170 at the AC Hotel and 95 at the Element. The development will feature 8,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, two deluxe suites, two group communal rooms, a fitness center and a ..read more

Aimbridge Hospitality has partnered with Ryan, a global tax services and software provider, for a transaction tax compliance outsourcing solution for its sales, use and hotel occupancy tax function. The partnership ensures access to Ryan as a strategic global tax services firm, while providing Aimbridge with support for complex hotel occupancy tax (HOT) compliance needs. Ryan delivers an integrated solution utilizing a proprietary technology platform and leveraging compliance expertise across a multitude of taxing jurisdictions, according to the company. With a dedicated team, Ryan will suppo ..read more

New Castle Hotels & Resorts has appointed Tom Nolan as COO responsible for the company’s portfolio of 26 hotels and resorts. “Tom’s track record of simultaneously enhancing the guest experience, creating jobs and growing revenues aligns closely with our own company values,” said Jeremy Buffam, partner, New Castle. “We are certain that our guests, associates, brand partners and investors will all appreciate the value of this considerable talent.” Julian Buffam, partner, New Castle, added, “Tom’s decades of operating experience and creativity will inform and inspire our team members in ever ..read more

Red Roof has opened three properties on the East Coast: the dual-branded Red Roof Inn Richmond, VA – W Broad St. and HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Richmond, VA. – W Broad St., and the HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Cortland, N.Y. The HomeTowne Studios Richmond, VA. – W Broad St. has 49 rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators, microwaves and activity tables with chairs. The hotel also offers kitchen kits for purchase at the front desk. The Red Roof Inn Richmond, VA. – W Broad St. is a 59-room hotel located adjacent to the HomeTowne Studios property. The two hotels offer free WiFi ..read more

Hotel development and management company Hospitality America has opened the 112-suite TownePlace Suites by Marriott Raleigh-Durham Airport/Morrisville in Morrisville, NC. “We are excited to introduce the TownePlace Suites brand to Morrisville,” said Diane Mayer, VP/global brand manager, TownePlace Suites. “At TownePlace Suites, we get it. We want to go above and beyond to do everything we can to make our guests feel comfortable. We encourage our guests to be real and help them to do so by providing a seamless residential atmosphere with a friendly staff who genuinely care about our guests. Th ..read more

The Cambria Nashville Midtown has opened alongside its rooftop eatery, The Rux. Both establishments are locally owned. Brothers and co-owners Dan and Paul Patel bring more than 30 years of experience in Nashville’s business and hotel communities. Paul Patel is a veteran in hospitality and the owner of the adjacent Corkdorks Wine Spirits Beer. The Rux is named in honor of the late family matriarch, The Cambria Nashville Midtown features graffiti-inspired decor paying homage to Nashville’s “artistic soul” and a front desk shaped like the state of Tennessee. Its 159 guestrooms feature Italian-ma ..read more

The global distribution system (GDS) continues to perform for independent accommodation providers with reservations up 34.5% in the past year and up 4.2% on 2019 pre-pandemic levels, according to the Independent Accommodation Insights Report from HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts. HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts, a hotel representation company, found thet GDS reservations have grown 51.2% vs. a decade ago (2014). Favored by travel agents and travel management companies (TMCs), the GDS was one of the first channels to rebound after the pandemic, demonstrating the channels’ value and commercial oppor ..read more

Davidson Hospitality Group has promoted six executives across the company as part of its long-term growth plan, including Steve Margol, chief investment officer, transitioning to executive chairman on Jan. 1, 2025. “It’s always special when we can announce the career progression of our team members,” said Thom Geshay, CEO/president. “Supporting our growth by promoting team members from within is the life blood of our company. A critical factor in our industry leading team-member engagement and low turnover is our team-first philosophy of not just being a place to work, but a company where you ..read more

Upgrading your property’s entertainment technology can feel like an overwhelming and expensive task. But imagine an upgrade that doesn’t just entertain—it supports staff, delights guests, and drives loyalty. Elevate your property with these quick tips. Deliver an experience that builds valuable guest loyalty Today’s guests expect more from their in-room entertainment. Offering exciting, modern technology puts guests in control of their entertainment experience. Features like universal search,  streaming and casting make it easy for guests to watch their favorite live and on-demand cont ..read more