Global Hotel Alliance, Now 20, Seeks Corporate NicheThe Global Hotel Alliance network of independent hotels, founded 20 years ago, in recent years has continues to grow, adding properties throughout the world and reaching a new peak in 2023 in bookings under its GHA Discovery loyalty program. GHA CEO Chris Hartley spoke with BTN about the state of the network, business travel... Keep Reading
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CWT Focuses on Messaging Capabilities, ESG in Lead-Up to AcquisitionWith its looming acquisition by American Express Global Business Travel, CWT is maintaining a "business-as-usual" attitude in its operations and development. CWT chief customer officer Nick Vournakis spoke with BTN's Michael B. Baker about how CWT is preparing for the acquisition as well as its ongoing initiatives in AI,... Keep Reading
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The Future of Meetings Value and EngagementBCD Meetings & Events rolled out a three-year strategic plan last month that centers around attendee experience, engagement and providing streamlined meetings processes and intelligence.... Keep Reading
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BWH Focuses on Core Brand Foundation as Branches ProliferateBy Chris DavisBest Western parent BWH Hotels in recent years has launched several brands in an effort to expand the company's offerings throughout the levels of service tiers as well as throughout the world, CEO Larry Cuculic told BTN, but added the development market has pushed the company to focus on its core Best Western brands. Cuculic... Keep Reading
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5Qs: UATP's Ralph KaiserUATP President & CEO Ralph Kaiser discusses the potential of payment mechanisms in reducing costs in managed travel ecosystems and the expected innovation in payment with new distribution models and next-gen technologies taking center stage... Keep Reading
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5Qs: Sonesta International's John MurrayBTN editorial director Elizabeth West hosts Sonesta International CEO John Murray.... Keep Reading
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5Qs: Extended Stay America's Kelly PolingBTN editorial director Elizabeth West hosts Extended Stay America chief commercial officer Kelly Poling for 5Qs with Business Travel News.... Keep Reading
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As U.S. Business Rebounds, TAP Air Portugal Targets Corps.By Donna M. AiroldiTAP Air Portugal director for the Americas Carlos Antunes talks with BTN's Donna M. Airoldi about the recovery and current state of the carrier's business travel segment, future New Distribution Capability plans and what corporations are looking for in an airline partnership. ... Keep Reading
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New Emburse CEO Ready for 'Goliath' ShowdownBy Michael B. BakerNew Emburse CEO Marne Martin talks with BTN's Michael B. Baker about the durability of expense management services and strategies in taking on the 'Goliath' Concur. ... Keep Reading
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As 'Blind Spots' Widen, Traxo Targets Off-Channel OpportunitiesBy Michael B. BakerOff-channel booking aggregator Traxo has had a flurry of partnership announcements in recent months, including a new relationship with CWT, integration into Cornerstone Information Systems and becoming a feature for Booking.com's business platform. Traxo founder and CEO Andres Fabris spoke with BTN executive editor Michael B.... Keep Reading
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