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Hotel Equities Expands Portfolio in Canada With Dual-Branded Moxy & Element Vancouver by Marriott, Opening Summer 2028

September 11, 2025
Moxy Element
Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, today announces it has been selected to operate the forthcoming dual-branded Moxy Vancouver Downtown and Element Vancouver Downtown. The 30-story tower is owned and developed by Paul Y. Construction (B.C.) Ltd. and is set to open in Summer 2028. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district, ...
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Hotel Equities Expands Portfolio in Canada With Dual-Branded Moxy & Element Vancouver by Marriott, Opening Summer 2028

September 11, 2025
Moxy Element
Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, today announces it has been selected to operate the forthcoming dual-branded Moxy Vancouver Downtown and Element Vancouver Downtown. The 30-story tower is owned and developed by Paul Y. Construction (B.C.) Ltd. and is set to open in Summer 2028. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s entertainment district, ...
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Hotel Equities Named as a Top Performing Franchise Management Company for Premium & Luxury Hotels by Marriott International, Recognized for Exceptional Guest Satisfaction

September 04, 2025
Vanguard Ann Arbor
The recognition is based on leading Intent to Recommend (ITR) scores among hotel management companies operating 8+ Premium & Luxury hotels. ITR is a measure of guest satisfaction across Marriott’s portfolio.
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Hotel Equities Announces Key Executive Appointments Across Operations, Finance, and Marketing Teams

August 21, 2025
HE New Hires
"These appointments reflect our focus on aligning top-tier leadership talent with our strategic priorities,” said Ben Rafter, Chief Executive Officer of Hotel Equities.
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Hotel Equities Makes its Caribbean Debut with Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas

August 13, 2025
Hampton by Hilton St. Thomas
As a brand and market first, Hilton brings Hampton’s signature service and hospitality to a new island destination
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Nine Properties Within Hotel Equities Portfolio Awarded AAA Four Diamond Designation

August 08, 2025
vanguard
Awarded by the American Automobile Association, the AAA Four Diamond rating is reserved for hotels that reflect a high level of hospitality, upscale amenities, exceptional quality, and incredible attention to detail.
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CEO, Ben Rafter, Discusses Building Smarter, Faster, and More Human Hotels on the No Vacancy Podcast

August 05, 2025
No Vacancy Podcast
In this candid conversation, CEO of Hotel Equities & Springboard Hospitality Ben Rafter joins Glenn Haussman to unpack what hoteliers really need to focus on right now.
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President of HE CALA, Juan Corvinos Solans, Sits Down for a 1-on-1 With Hotel Management Magazine

August 01, 2025
Juan Corvinos
With his experience in the region to guide him, Corvinos will look to build a management infrastructure that works specifically for the CALA region.
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Hotel Equities Announces the Planned Retirement of Founder Fred Cerrone After 36 Years of Transformative Leadership

July 25, 2025
Fred Cerrone
As Founder and Chairman Emeritus, he remains an enduring influence and guiding presence for the firm.
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Aloft Austin South Celebrates Three-Year Anniversary with Community Celebration Under New Management by Hotel Equities

Aloft Austin South
With its bold, tech-forward design and vibrant social spaces, Aloft Austin South has quickly become a favorite for both travelers and locals.
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Hotel Equities Expands Portfolio with Addition of AC Hotel Wichita Downtown, First AC Hotel by Marriott in Kansas, Opening Today

July 17, 2025
AC Hotel Wichita Downtown
The new, lifestyle-focused hotel brings elevated hospitality to the heart of Wichita’s Old Town
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Hotel Equities Announces Key Leadership Appointments After Strategic Merger With Springboard Hospitality

July 02, 2025
Al Smith, Rob Robinson
Albert Smith is promoted to Chief Operating Officer of Hotel Equities and Rob Robinson is promoted to President of Springboard Hospitality
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COO Al Smith Shares the Business Case for Community Engagement with Hotel Investment Today

June 30, 2025
Hotel Investment Today
COO Al Smith talks about how "doing well by doing good" drives Hotel Equities' success.
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Peter Tziahanas, EVP of Operations, Discusses How Overcoming Supply Challenges Improves the Guest Experience with HOTELS Magazine

Peter Tziahanas
To remain fiscally responsible to property owners, Hotel Equities relies on a strong supplier network to plan for shifting lead times, price volatility and unexpected events. 
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Former Chief of Business Development and Current Vice Chairman, Joe Reardon, Shares His Insights in This Recent Q&A With Hotel Business

June 26, 2025
Joe Reardon
The transition to vice chairman has been both energizing and deeply rewarding. After more than a decade leading development, stepping into this role has allowed me to take a more strategic, high-level view of our business.
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Costar Spotlights CEO Ben Rafter on What Sets the Springboard and Hotel Equities Merger Apart

Ben Rafter
CEO Ben Rafter said the entrepreneurialism and varied strength of Springboard Hospitality and Hotel Equities makes the combined company different than other mergers built around synergies and corporate cuts.
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Bill Kohl, Principal at Greenwood Hospitality, Discusses How They Are Elevating Hotel Dining

June 18, 2025
Bill Kohl
Kohl shares how Greenwood is redefining hotel dining by developing custom restaurant concepts tailored to the unique character and culinary preferences of each market.
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Forbes Magazine Gives an Inside Look at Postcard Cabins Eastern Catskills

June 18, 2025
Postcard Cabins
Formerly known as Getaway, the brand launched in 2015 with the goal of providing busy city dwellers easy access to the beauty and tranquility of nature.
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21 Properties Within the Hotel Equities Portfolio Nominated for a Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Award

June 16, 2025
Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Award
Hotel Equities is pleased to announce that 21 properties from across its best-in-class portfolio of hotels and resorts have been nominated for the highly coveted Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards.   The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards are the longest-running and most prestigious recognition of excellence in ...
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How Hoteliers Hope to Grow Market Share, Weather Macroeconomic Storm

hoteliers hope to grow market share
AI, stable labor environment provide opportunities in the hospitality industry
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Reinvention, Risk, and Building Something New in Hotel Biz

No Vacancy Podcast
On this episode of #NoVacancyNews, Glenn Haussman reconnected with longtime industry powerhouse Juan Corvinos Solans during NYU IHIF, who just made a major career pivot—leaving Hilton after 16 years to take on a bold new leadership role as President of #CALA for Hotel Equities. So, what drives someone to walk away from the familiar and embrace the unknown? Watch the full episode ...
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