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Shoutout to Jonathan Seigle for his latest Hapi blog on navigating the challenges of hotel M&A! He breaks down the biggest roadblocks to seamless integrations and how Hapi helps hotel tech teams tackle M&A technical complexities. Get the full scoop here: https://lnkd.in/gNqkjv_W #Hapi #hoteltechnology #dataintegration #hospitality

Mergers and acquisitions are ramping up in the hotel industry.... ...and with every newly acquired hotel group or brand comes disparate systems and disjointed data models. My latest piece for the Hapi Blog dives into how Hapi helps hotel tech teams navigate integrations without the headache—and overcome M&A technical hurdles. Check it out here👇 https://lnkd.in/gJAB-Fnc #hoteltechnology #hospitality #Hapi #m&a

Hotel Mergers & Acquisitions Are Rising — Can Your IT Team Keep Up? As M&A activity in hospitality increases, IT teams face major challenges during integration: ❌ Disparate Systems ❌ Data Misalignment ❌ Loyalty Program Issues ❌ Replatforming Costs Enter Hapi: Your M&A Integration Superhero You don’t have to face these hurdles alone. Our suite of tools and pre-built accelerators make post-merger integration smooth, fast, and cost-effective! ✅ Streamlined API-First Integration ✅ Unified Hospitality Data Model ✅ Seamless Loyalty Program Integration ✅ Uniquely Designed Pre-Built Accelerators Let Hapi guide you through the complexities of M&A and unlock the full potential of your hospitality portfolio. Ready for smooth integration? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNqkjv_W #Hapi #HapiSolutions #HospitalityTech #MergersAndAcquisitions #DataIntegration #TechInnovation

Mews has successfully secured $100 million in funding to support its global expansion and accelerate strategic acquisitions in the hotel technology sector. This investment will enable the company to enhance its offerings and drive innovation in the hospitality industry. With this funding, Mews aims to strengthen its position as a leader in hotel management solutions. The move underscores the growing demand for advanced technology in the hotel sector. https://lnkd.in/gCwy94Tz #Mews #HotelTechnology #Funding #GlobalExpansion #HospitalityIndustry #Innovation #Investment #HotelManagement #TechNews #BusinessGrowth #UnderstandingEnterpriseTech #EnterpriseTechnologyNow #EnterpriseTechnologyToday

Recently I had the privilege of presenting to the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) General Managers (GM) Roundtable about Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) in the industry.   The GM Roundtable is comprised of leading hotel General Managers across the U.S. and provides a forum to discuss current issues including the impact of federal and state legislation and regulations affecting those at the frontline of the hotel industry. M&A, while often used interchangeably, have distinct meanings. Mergers involve the consensual joining of two entities, whereas acquisitions occur when one company purchases another and transfers ownership. Opportunities presented by M&A are many, including geographic expansion, entry into new markets, enhanced competitive edge through diversification, operational synergies that improve financial performance, business model transformation, elimination of competition, and access to cutting-edge technology and new talent.   However, these opportunities come with challenges including potential job losses, regulatory and antitrust hurdles, financial uncertainties, potential culture and management clashes, and while the goal is value creation there is a risk of erosion and in some cases destruction.   The lodging industry requires significant capital investment in fixed assets and human capital.   Brand awareness is highly important in the lodging industry as trade identities ideally represent perceptions of the qualities that distinguish services and products amongst competitors.   Growth patterns of the travel and leisure time industries are correlated with the evolution of hotel companies.  -----Increasing international travel motivates domestic and foreign hotel brand companies to launch cross-border mergers and acquisitions.  ----------i.e. AccorHotels purchase of 21c Museum Hotels and Marriott International takeover of AC Hoteles C. A.  -----Hotel brand companies typically operate on an asset-light and fee-oriented strategy.   Over the years many M&A deals have occurred in the lodging sector including property ownership companies as well as management and brand platforms.   A link to my presentation appears below.   #hotelindustry #hospitalitytrends #mergersandacquisitions

SPAC Feed: Starwood Capital Plans To Take Luxury Hotel Brands Public Via SPAC Merger  Bisnow Source: Starwood Capital Plans To Take Luxury Hotel… - https://lnkd.in/e9m89mP7 #SPACs #SPACNews #SPAC #IPO #markets #news #capitalmarkets #trends #goingpublic #finance #business

#choicehotels' pursuit of #wyndhamhotels signals a turning point in the landscape. Choice's offer stands at $49.50 cash + stock per Wyndham share, initially a 30% premium. This values Wyndham at $7.8B in equity or $9.8B total (including debt). Choice believes a combined company would generate substantial synergies, greater scale, and increased bargaining power with suppliers. However, Wyndham's hesitation underscores the challenges of stock-based deals. Fluctuating stock prices introduce uncertainty into the deal's value. Additionally, Wyndham believes in its own growth trajectory, making the offer less appealing if they believe their stock will outperform Choice's. This isn't just about financials. Questions loom: Would a combined entity dilute brand identities? Could integration challenges outweigh potential benefits? Is Choice's focus on franchised hotels a good fit for Wyndham's portfolio? The outcome has far-reaching implications. If the deal succeeds, it could trigger a wave of further consolidation in the industry. If it fails, it highlights the limits of growth-by-acquisition strategies Will Choice sweeten its offer, will Wyndham play hardball, or could a surprise third-party bidder emerge? What's your take on this high-stakes hospitality drama? #whatsnext #hospitalityindustry #mergersandacquisitions #investing #brandstrategy #growthstrategies

Howdy, partner! Lodging companies to management companies choose partnership over M&A. A movement is afoot: hotel brands to operators are opting for strategic partnerships over costly acquisitions, reaping benefits without the hefty price tag. https://lnkd.in/geC7DtT3

Nice overview of #selfstorage consolidation by Travis Morrow Key excerpts here: "There is little doubt that mergers and acquisitions and management contracts will continue, with larger enterprises employing assertive expansion tactics to boost their marketplace dominance and small operators putting their properties in the hands of third-party management companies. It may sound scary, but there are benefits worth exploring that the hospitality industry has already realized." “Google rewards the size of an operation based on the number of facilities under one brand/domain,” says Dane Elefante of Platinum Storage, who recently moved their 30+ facilities to Storelocal Storage. “I couldn’t raise enough capital in my lifetime to build a portfolio large enough to compete with REITs online, so placing my portfolio with Storelocal Storage allows us to put our stores into a larger group with the same name to increase our online visibility.” Jesse Harmon of Cedar Creek Wealth, another Storelocal Storage operator who came to self storage from the hospitality industry says, “You wouldn’t open a hotel called “Jesse’s Hotel” today and expect it to be successful, you would need to pick a brand. We see the same thing happening in self storage.” At Sunbird Storage we feel the same way. Brand recognition and superior customer service are keys to success. Both Google and customers will reward you for it. Don't leave your property to chance. Get more rentals and higher rents. Come join the industry's leading brand today. DMs open.

🌟 Saj Hotels Ltd IPO is Live! 🌟 Saj Hotels, a well-established name in India's hospitality industry, is offering a great opportunity with their latest IPO. 🏨💼 Here’s a quick overview: IPO Dates: Sept 27 - Oct 1, 2024 Price: ₹65 per share Lot Size: 2,000 shares Listing: Oct 7, 2024 Saj Hotels is expanding its resort properties and enhancing its market presence, making this an exciting opportunity for investors! 📌 To read more, check the blog link in the comments. #IPO #StockMarket #SMEIPO