Hotels

Hotels, ICE, and the New Reputational Trap

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The “welcoming for all” mantra of the hospitality industry was put to an ultimate, high-stakes test on January 6, 2026. In a move that sent shockwaves through the hotel community, Hilton Worldwide Holdings abruptly terminated its relationship with a Hampton Inn in Lakeville, Minnesota. The catalyst? A viral video of a front-desk encounter where a … Read more

Resiliency of Extended Stay Hotels

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In my role as General Counsel for a hotel company, I’m spending more time understanding the hospitality industry. One segment we’ve taken a closer look at is extended-stay hotels. While the hotel industry took a hit in the face of the economic upheaval wrought by the covid pandemic, the extended-stay hotel segment has proven its … Read more