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Hospitality Net
4 days ago
- Business
- Hospitality Net
dailypoint™ on Track for Growth
Munich – The success story of Munich-based hotel tech pioneer dailypoint™ continues. Following an outstanding business year in 2023 with 28% revenue growth, and a solid 13% increase in what was considered a 'consolidation year' in 2024, the company is accelerating once again in 2025. In just the first four months, dailypoint™ has already achieved 29% growth. The goal for the full year is an ambitious 30% – and all signs point to success. Global Demand for CDP, Loyalty & Digitalization Behind this success are clear strategic decisions and a strong positioning in the global hotel technology market. Particularly in the luxury and chain hotel segments, dailypoint™ enjoys an excellent reputation as a provider of a comprehensive Central Data Management Platform. The growing importance of loyalty programs, Customer Data Platforms (CDP), and Centralized Guest Profiles (CGP) reinforces the company's value proposition. We're currently witnessing a global shift in hospitality – moving away from fragmented IT systems toward integrated solutions that deliver real value for guests. Our platform represents exactly this development – and we have the flexibility to quickly adapt to new market demands. Dr. Michael Toedt, Founder and CEO of dailypoint™ Strategic Internationalization – Expansion to Dubai Despite rapid growth, dailypoint™ remains committed to its core principles: maintaining independence, growing profitably, and investing sustainably. The company continues to focus on organic growth without relying on external investors. A key area of focus is internationalization. A new office is currently being established in Dubai, expected to house around 20 employees by 2026. The Dubai office marks a major milestone in our expansion strategy, enabling us to directly serve high-growth markets in the Middle East and Asia, adds Dr. Toedt. Munich Remains the Heart – Despite Global Reach While the company's global footprint is expanding, Germany remains its headquarters and innovation hub. Munich is and will always be the heart of dailypoint, emphasizes Dr. Toedt. It's where most of our developers, strategists, and visionaries are based. For us, internationalization doesn't mean relocation – it means enhancement. Innovation as a Driver of Success With modules like the Content Bot for personalized communication, the Data Laundry™ for data quality optimization, and the Booking Manager for automated proposal workflows, dailypoint™ provides essential tools for the digital transformation and automation of guest interaction. The integration of AI-driven tools further reinforces the company's position as an innovation leader in the hospitality industry. About dailypoint dailypoint™, headquartered in Germany, provides a comprehensive Central Data Management (CDM) and Central Data Platform (CDP), including its highly regarded CRM and Email Marketing solutions. With innovative AI processes and seamless integrations, dailypoint™ supports hotels worldwide in creating unified guest profiles and enhancing the guest experience. For more information visit View source
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
USANA Executive Chairman Kevin Guest Celebrates National Outdoors Month with a Call to Reconnect with Nature
SALT LAKE CITY, June 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kevin Guest, Executive Chairman of USANA Health Sciences (NYSE: USNA), is inspiring individuals and families to celebrate National Outdoors Month this June by immersing themselves in the beauty and benefits of nature. Drawing on his roots growing up in Montana, with the picturesque Lake Blaine as his backdrop, Kevin shares his deep personal connection to the outdoors and highlights its power to transform lives. "Growing up in Montana, nature wasn't just part of my surroundings; it shaped who I am," Guest said. "Lake Blaine was my playground and my sanctuary. It taught me valuable lessons about living in harmony and the importance of balancing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. These lessons are as vital today as they were then, and National Outdoors Month is the perfect opportunity to rediscover them." From his bestselling book, All the Right Reasons: 12 Timeless Principles for Living a Life in Harmony, Guest underscores five key ways the outdoors can enrich our lives: Physical Health ImprovementsSpending time outdoors encourages movement, whether it's a hike, a swim, or a simple stroll through a park. These activities not only boost physical fitness but also enhance cardiovascular health and increase energy levels. Mental Well-Being EnhancementNumerous studies have shown that connecting with nature can alleviate anxiety and improve mood. "Nature is a healer," he said. "It restores balance and offers clarity in times of uncertainty." Stress ReductionTime in green spaces has been proven to lower cortisol levels, helping us manage the stress of fast-paced lives. For Guest, Lake Blaine provided a peaceful escape, a theme he expands on in his book as essential for thriving in a demanding world. Creativity BoostsThe outdoors sparks imagination and innovation. "Some of my best ideas come when I'm outside," he said. "Lake Blaine has always been a place of peace and tranquility to help me think through life and be inspired. Nature strips away distractions and fosters a deeper connection with creativity." Social Bonding OpportunitiesWhether it's gathering with friends around a campfire or heading out on an outdoor adventure with colleagues, nature provides a perfect setting to strengthen relationships and build meaningful connections. Through his leadership at USANA, Guest continues to advocate for holistic wellness, which integrates physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. He views National Outdoors Month as a meaningful reminder to step away from the digital screen and reengage with the natural world. "I encourage everyone to take this opportunity," said Guest. "Get outside. Find a trail, breathe in fresh air, watch a sunset, or simply sit under a tree and reflect. The outdoors has so much to offer, and its benefits ripple far beyond the time you spend there." More inspiring examples of achieving success are shared throughout All the Right Reasons, where all proceeds go to feeding hungry children. Each book purchase provides 40 meals. For more information, visit USANA Health Sciences, a global leader in health and wellness products, has long recognized the importance of social wellness in building a successful business. From its founding in 1992, USANA has focused on clear and concise communication to build trust with its customers and distributors in 25 countries. For more information about USANA Health Sciences and its dedication to promoting health, wellness, and entrepreneurial success, visit MEDIA CONTACT: Tim Brown, Candid Communicationstim@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE USANA
Cision Canada
02-06-2025
- Health
- Cision Canada
USANA Executive Chairman Kevin Guest Celebrates National Outdoors Month with a Call to Reconnect with Nature
SALT LAKE CITY, June 2, 2025 /CNW/ -- Kevin Guest, Executive Chairman of USANA Health Sciences (NYSE: USNA), is inspiring individuals and families to celebrate National Outdoors Month this June by immersing themselves in the beauty and benefits of nature. Drawing on his roots growing up in Montana, with the picturesque Lake Blaine as his backdrop, Kevin shares his deep personal connection to the outdoors and highlights its power to transform lives. "Growing up in Montana, nature wasn't just part of my surroundings; it shaped who I am," Guest said. "Lake Blaine was my playground and my sanctuary. It taught me valuable lessons about living in harmony and the importance of balancing physical, mental, and emotional well-being. These lessons are as vital today as they were then, and National Outdoors Month is the perfect opportunity to rediscover them." From his bestselling book, All the Right Reasons: 12 Timeless Principles for Living a Life in Harmony, Guest underscores five key ways the outdoors can enrich our lives: Physical Health Improvements Spending time outdoors encourages movement, whether it's a hike, a swim, or a simple stroll through a park. These activities not only boost physical fitness but also enhance cardiovascular health and increase energy levels. Mental Well-Being Enhancement Numerous studies have shown that connecting with nature can alleviate anxiety and improve mood. "Nature is a healer," he said. "It restores balance and offers clarity in times of uncertainty." Stress Reduction Time in green spaces has been proven to lower cortisol levels, helping us manage the stress of fast-paced lives. For Guest, Lake Blaine provided a peaceful escape, a theme he expands on in his book as essential for thriving in a demanding world. Creativity Boosts The outdoors sparks imagination and innovation. "Some of my best ideas come when I'm outside," he said. "Lake Blaine has always been a place of peace and tranquility to help me think through life and be inspired. Nature strips away distractions and fosters a deeper connection with creativity." Social Bonding Opportunities Whether it's gathering with friends around a campfire or heading out on an outdoor adventure with colleagues, nature provides a perfect setting to strengthen relationships and build meaningful connections. Through his leadership at USANA, Guest continues to advocate for holistic wellness, which integrates physical health, mental clarity, and emotional balance. He views National Outdoors Month as a meaningful reminder to step away from the digital screen and reengage with the natural world. "I encourage everyone to take this opportunity," said Guest. "Get outside. Find a trail, breathe in fresh air, watch a sunset, or simply sit under a tree and reflect. The outdoors has so much to offer, and its benefits ripple far beyond the time you spend there." More inspiring examples of achieving success are shared throughout All the Right Reasons, where all proceeds go to feeding hungry children. Each book purchase provides 40 meals. For more information, visit USANA Health Sciences, a global leader in health and wellness products, has long recognized the importance of social wellness in building a successful business. From its founding in 1992, USANA has focused on clear and concise communication to build trust with its customers and distributors in 25 countries. For more information about USANA Health Sciences and its dedication to promoting health, wellness, and entrepreneurial success, visit
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Mock drill today to ensure emergency preparedness in Kanpur
1 2 3 Kanpur: The city is set to witness a Civil Defence mock drill on Wednesday at 4 pm after a significant interval. The objective of the mock drill is to ensure a well-managed and prompt response to civilians in the event of an emergency. The drill will involve practices such as the sounding of sirens for air raids, black out, evacuation, and the provision of first magistrate Jitendra Pratap Singh informed that a fire defence drill is scheduled to take place at ten localities in the city as part of the Civil Defence mock drill at 4 pm on designated sites are Bara Chauraha, SK Singh Chauraha Lakhanpur, Anurag Hospital Sharda Nagar crossing, Sant Nagar Crossing, Malik Guest house Rama Devi crossing, Bansmandi crossing, Pal crossing, Dabauli turn, Shri Muni Inter College Govind Nagar, and Yashoda Nagar Inter at the same time, a Rescue Drill will be conducted at Malviya Park Collectorganj, Transport Nagar Kidwai Nagar, and Shaheed Chandra Shekhar Azad Inter College, per the advisory issued by the district magistrate, a siren test for the black out drill will occur at 4 pm to facilitate a black out period scheduled from 9.30 pm to 10.00 pm. This black out is being carried out in anticipation of air raids during this time. All visible lights or light points, especially those in residential and sensitive areas, will be turned off, making it difficult to identify these places from the administration will employ public address systems, civil defence hand-held sirens, and sirens from industrial institutions for a three-minute siren drill. From 9.30 pm to 9.33 pm, a three-minute siren with varying pitch will sound, signalling the air raid. At 10 pm, the siren will again sound for three minutes in a single pitch, indicating the conclusion of the black out. Citizens have been asked not to switch on the lights in their homes during the black residents are expected to cover windows and doors with black curtains to prevent light from escaping, and the municipal corporation will switch off all street lights and those at public places. Billboards, screens, hoardings, signboards, and façade lights will be switched off, with the responsibility falling on advertising agencies, owners, and municipal corporations to ensure power is cut during the black travellers are advised to stop by the roadside and switch off their vehicle lights during the black out. Rail and national highway transport will function as will not cut the power supply, instead, the responsibility lies with the citizens to observe the black out and prevent identification of their areas. During this period, Army officials will remain in contact with the district administration and Police Kumar, additional district magistrate (City-mob No 9454416400), and Rajesh Kumar Srivastava (additional police commissioner, Central-Mob No. 9454400687), will serve as nodal officers for the integrated command centre at KMC will act as the control room to oversee activities during the black out. The district magistrate has urged citizens to cooperate with this operation.
Chicago Tribune
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Chicago Tribune
Review: ‘At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen' is about identity in a small Southern town at the end of the AIDS crisis
For those of us who lived through the AIDS crisis, 'At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen' triggers too many memories of performances at funerals and wakes, staged in rooms filled with people trying to smile through their tears. For most younger folks, the appearance of a drag queen offers the chance to hoot and holler, to have fun and show some support. Sitting there at 'Wake' on Friday night, I found myself hoping that Terry Guest, the writer-performer behind this world premiere from Story Theatre (in residence at Raven Theatre) would not let the voluminous audience reaction go to his head. Steeped in his own sense of Southern gothic, Guest is a huge Chicago writing talent; I've admired his work since I saw 'Magnolia Ballet' some three years ago. 'At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen,' which was first produced even before that, could really be something. But that will take more focus and work, and maybe even Guest giving up his starring role. Guest has said that his 85-minute piece, a two-hander also starring the phenomenal Paul Michael Thomson, was inspired by the death of Guest's uncle from AIDS at the age of 35. The show is set in 2004, backstage at a small-town Southern establishment where a drag queen named Courtney Berringers (Guest) holds nightly court. Through the narration of this character, whose 'government name' is Anthony Knighton, we learn of struggles and aspirations, as you might expect, but Guest also builds a complex picture of one who has built impermeable personal walls of such solidity that he has rendered himself incapable of accepting the support he needs. Even when proffered. Therein lies the core of this show, as directed by Mikael Burke. Thomson's character, a young man named Hunter Grimes, falls in love with his fellow performer. Grimes performs as Vickie Versailles but off stage he focuses mostly on trying to connect with his friend. Since Anthony is Black and Hunter is white, the two debate issues of race and oppression as they change their gowns, both being outsiders in a sometimes cruel town. In these moments, 'Wake' is very moving. It's fundamentally a piece about friendship and boundaries and you hardly need to perform in drag to recognize its topography. Thomson is credible at every single moment. As vulnerable as he is forceful, this actor inhabits a wounded character who is unafraid to deviate from the drag queen cultural gospel, not all of which he even knows. We intuit that Hunter has figured out that love is the only means to salvation. Truly, Thomson's work as the second banana in this show is one of the best pieces of acting I've seen this year in Chicago. As his friend spirals downwards, this character keeps calling and calling. To say that the audience becomes invested in this relationship is to understate. Burke, the very capable director, clearly focused there. Guest is very potent and entertaining, don't get me wrong, although I think if he stepped out of the show for a while in favor of one of Chicago's many professional drag queens with top-shelf lip synching skills, he'd be better able to see what it now needs. That's mostly specificity: Of performance, of theme, of time and of location. Ideally, we'd have a better sense of how the performance space separates from the backstage areas and of what a small-town Southern drag club really looked, felt and sounded like in 2004. The set here, from Alyssa Mohn, is rich in symbolism but I found myself wondering about who and what went where and why. To my mind, the flashback structure also needs more clarity and although Guest clearly started down the road of using the drag performances to mirror the relationship we are watching unspool, it could go much further for a greater sense of unity; as of now, the musical numbers live somewhat uneasily within the whole, lacking the snaps and pops of climaxes. The show is already attracting and exciting an audience; the remaining challenge, which could make this a show that could live long here in Chicago or even off-Broadway, is to raise the emotional stakes and yet better honor those artists who lived, worked, and sometimes died, all too young, long before RuPaul. Chris Jones is a Tribune critic. When: Through May 25 Where: Raven Theatre, 6157 N. Clark St. Running time: 1 hour, 25 minutes
