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Second Annual Berlin Lodging Outlook

September 11, 2021/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On Friday, August 27, 2021, the CHS Germany chapter hosted its second annual Berlin Lodging Outlook. The theme for this year’s seminar was “What Does the Future of the Hotel Industry Look Like?” The event was held at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. CHS Germany Chapter President, Gabriele Maessen, served as moderator for the event and provided welcome comments.

The following presentations were given by industry experts:

Current State of the Hotel Market

Sarah Duignan, STR
Wolfgang Gattringer, Fairmas

Importance of Forward-Looking Data for Dynamic Pricing After the Pandemic

Michael Schäffner, Duetto

Which System Takes on the Role of the Property Management System?

Michael Toedt, dailypoint

The HR Disaster in the Hotel Industry! How do we Manage to Inspire Young and Old for the Industry and Keep it Sustainable?

Alexander Aisenbrey, First Chairman Fair Job Hotels eV
Yasemin Tulay, flow collective

Resources of the Future – What can the Younger Generation Expect and What are Motivational Factors?

Dr. Hartwig Bohne, Prof. for International Hotel Management, hcp strategy partner
Miriam Bünk, Young Capital
Maria Mittendorfer, Fair Jobs
Andrea Adler, Hilton Hotels
Andreas Martin (moderator), PKF Hospitality Group

New England Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

July 7, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On May 10th, the New England Chapter held an exciting event celebrating the 90^th anniversary of Cornell Hotel Society. The Chapter celebrated the milestone at Boston’s newest Mexican restaurant, Bodega on Canal, with thirty local alumni and their guests.

CHS New England celebrates CHS at 90.

DC/Baltimore Chapter Raises Funds For Scholarship

July 7, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

At reunion on June 8th, Erica Killam ’08 from the CHS Washington DC/Baltimore chapter presented an $8,000 check towards the chapter’s endowed scholarship fund.

Erica Killam ’08 presents $8,000 check to Dean Walsh.

Kansai Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

June 10, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On June 1, 2018, the Kansai Chapter celebrated the 90^th anniversary of the Cornell Hotel Society at the Kobeya Sylphide restaurant in Osaka. A total of 21 Hotelies and their families were in attendance.

Kansai chapter celebrates CHS at 90.

Shanghai Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

June 10, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

Twenty alumni gathered at the St. Regis Shanghai for lunch on May 19, 2018 to celebrated the 90th anniversary of the Cornell Hotel Society. After lunch, the Hotelies in attendance enjoyed a tour of the property.

CHS Shanghai celebrates CHS at 90

Shanghai chapter celebrates CHS at 90

Hong Kong and Macau Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

June 10, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On May 30, 2018, the Hong Kong and Macau Chapter celebrated the 90^th anniversary of the Cornell Hotel Society with a reception and tour of Hong Kong’s newest hotel – The Murray. With an interesting background to the building and its historical preservation, The Murray is a re-purposed commercial building transformed into a boutique 5-star hotel destination in the heart of Central. The project was completed by Foster + Partners.

Hong Kong / Macau Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

Hong Kong / Macau Chapter tours The Murray hotel.

CHS Honors Icon and Innovator Award Winners

June 10, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

The Tenth annual Cornell Hospitality Icon and Innovator Awards banquet was held on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at The Pierre Hotel in New York City. This year’s Icon Award winner was Arne Sorenson, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Marriott International. Hotelie Tim Hentschel ’01, Co-Founder and CEO of Hotel Planner, was honored with the Innovator Award.

The Executive Board of CHS presented each award winner with a plate signifying their conferment as an Honorary Lifetime Member of the Cornell Hotel Society.

Icon award winner Arne Sorenson – Marriott International

Innovator award winner Tim Hentschel ’01 – Hotel Planner

Collegiate Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90 Where It All Started

June 2, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On May 12, 2018, the Collegiate Chapter of the Cornell Hotel Society celebrated the 90^th anniversary at CHS at the location of the association’s first meeting – the Memorial Room in Willard Straight Hall. In addition to the live jazz band and CHS/SHA trivia, Raj Chandnani ‘95 and Dean Walsh addressed the students, staff and faculty members that were present.

The event also served as the chapter’s annual Senior Send-Off. The Senior Send-Off is a celebration of the graduating class that brings its students together for superlatives and reminiscing, while also highlighting the benefit of staying involved with the Cornell Hotel Society after graduation.

Collegiate Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

Dean Walsh and Raj Chandnani ’95 address the group.

CHS and SHA Triva

Nevada Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

June 2, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On May 12 the Nevada chapter celebrated the 90^th anniversary of CHS at the Mandalay Bay Hotel in Las Vegas. The Hotelies in attendance enjoyed passed appetizers and open bar at the beautiful Skyfall lounge. After cocktails, several Hotelies attended a delicious three-course menu full of flavor and surprises at Fleur by Hubert Keller. Special thanks to MGM Resorts for sponsoring the event.

Nevada Chapter Celebrates CHS at 90

CHS Central Florida Celebrates CHS At 90

May 26, 2018/in Uncategorized/by Robert Mandelbaum

On May 9 the Central Florida Chapter celebrated CHS at 90. The event was held at the Capital Grille in Orlando, FL, where the CHS chapter had use of the Wine Room. Guests were treated to complimentary hor d’oeuvres, which included Wagyu Beef crostini, crab cakes, and lamb chops. The event was a mix of both younger and older classes, and one of the best elements of the event was how well all of the classes mixed and interacted with one another. There was a true sense of excitement and energy within the group, and once all guests were in attendance, chapter President Mike McLaughlin ‘13 made a short speech and toast to CHS’s 90th anniversary. The chef treated us to warm chocolate chip cookies to close the night, which was a great way to end the evening.