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South China Morning Post
15 minutes ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Macao University of Tourism celebrates 30 Years of Global Impact
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] For three decades, the Macao University of Tourism (UTM) has developed the visionary leaders behind Macao's emergence as a global tourism powerhouse. Ranked 13th globally and 3rd in Asia in the QS World University Rankings for Hospitality and Leisure Management (2025), UTM has become a beacon for students and professionals seeking to master the art and science of tourism in an increasingly interconnected world. UTM is forging powerful international academic alliances that create unparalleled opportunities for students. In addition, the university has established dual-degree programmes with leading universities, such as Switzerland's prestigious Les Roches Global Hospitality Management Education, Swiss Hotel Management School, and Glion Institute (QS No. 2, No. 3, and No. 6 in Hospitality & Leisure Management, 2025), as well as Portugal's renowned University Institute of Lisbon (Times Higher Education No. 5 in Portugal, 2025), Australia's leading University of Queensland (QS No. 40 in World University Ranking, 2025), and the U.K.'s University of Surrey (QS No. 16 in Hospitality & Leisure Management, 2025), allowing students to earn qualifications from both institutions. Beyond academia, UTM maintains a strategic partnership with the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) to advance quality education and human capital development through innovation and technology. This collaboration enhances two of UTM's Master of Science programmes—Digital Marketing and Analytics and Smart Technologies in Hospitality and Tourism—where graduates receive both UTM's degree and a joint UN Tourism-UTM certification, boosting their global employability and academic prospects. Through these collaborations, students gain access to global networks and cross-cultural campus life. 'Our global network ensures students graduate with truly international competencies,' explains Rector Fanny Vong. 'When they study alongside peers from different continents and learn from faculty with worldwide experience, they develop the adaptability needed in today's borderless tourism industry.' Cultivating Tourism Industry Leaders Andy Lio Ka Wai
Associated Press
an hour ago
- Business
- Associated Press
White Lodging Hires Two Industry Veterans as Chief Legal Officer, Chief Financial Officer
Merrillville, Indiana, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- White Lodging, an industry leader in urban and lifestyle hospitality development and management, has bolstered its investments and development executive team with the hiring of Noah Hoppe as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and Jared Garner as Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer. 'Jared and Noah are two growth-oriented, values-driven executives with a deep expertise in the urban and lifestyle hospitality space, and their addition underscores our commitment to be the best owner, most preferred operator, and leading developer in the industry,' said Conner White, White Lodging's Vice Chairman and Chief Investment Officer. 'With a high-quality portfolio, a strong balance sheet, and a best-in-class management platform, White Lodging is in a tremendous position for continued growth.' With Hoppe taking on the Chief Financial Officer role, Bruce Hoffmann, current Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will transition to an Emeritus role to ensure an orderly transition over the next year. Hoppe is responsible for all Finance, Cash Management and Treasury responsibilities supporting White Lodging's and the White Family's owned assets. Hoppe joins White Lodging after spending nearly two decades with Hyatt Hotels, where he held a variety of senior Finance roles. He also held senior positions in Asset Management and Transactions, and most recently served as Senior Vice President of Transactions. Hoppe earned his bachelor's degree in finance from Pittsburg State University and his master's degree in business administration from University of Georgia. 'I've long respected White Lodging as a best-in-class hotel developer and operator with a strong, values-driven culture,' said Hoppe. 'The company is exceptionally well-positioned for growth, and I'm excited to support its next phase of long-term value creation.' Garner joins White Lodging with more than twenty years of experience representing hotel owners, developers, managers and brands, both in-house and at law firms. He is the immediate-past General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer of Concord Hospitality and was Vice President, Legal, for Radisson Hotel Group. Before law school, Garner served as the Chief Investigator of the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary. Garner currently sits on the General Counsel Committee of the American Hotel & Lodging Association. In addition to leading the enterprise-wide legal function, he will oversee corporate board, compliance and risk matters. Garner earned his bachelor's degree in economics from George Mason University and his juris doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law. 'I'm honored to join White Lodging and support the White family's enduring legacy of entrepreneurship and excellence,' said Garner. 'With its stellar reputation and market presence, White Lodging is uniquely positioned to execute a bold long-term vision—and I'm excited to be part of that journey.' In addition to significant renovations across its existing portfolio, White Lodging is currently developing the 258-room Hotel Trinity, Autograph Collection, project in Austin, Texas. The company expects that project, which features a world-class rooftop and luxury seafood restaurant, to top out by the end of the year with a projected opening before the end of 2026. Austin is White Lodging's largest market and owns or operates 12 other hotels and more than 220,000 square feet of meeting space in the Austin metro area, including the J.W. Marriott Austin, Austin Marriott Downtown and The Otis Hotel, Autograph Collection. White Lodging's 40-year history of entrepreneurial excellence in the hospitality industry is outlined in a recently published biography of its late founder, Bruce White. Hospitalitarian is available online wherever books are sold. A documentary version of the book will be released later this year. About White Lodging White Lodging, established in 1985 by the late Bruce White, has evolved into one of the country's largest privately held hospitality companies focused exclusively on highly curated urban and lifestyle properties. The company develops, owns, and manages a portfolio of brands in destination-driven markets, including Austin, Chicago, Denver, Nashville, Indianapolis, and Louisville. With a focus on elevated and experiential service, White Lodging's portfolio consists of approximately 60 premium hotels; a private collection of world-renowned luxury ranches; 50 locally relevant, award-winning restaurants; and 10 market-leading rooftop bars. White Lodging focuses on hiring and developing Hospitalitarians that are committed to exceptional service and fostering meaningful connections. White Lodging has earned the Gallup Exceptional Workplace award five times, including in 2024, and consistently is in the top J.D. Power Guest Satisfaction Benchmark listing for third-party management companies. For more information about White Lodging, visit or follow the company on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook. Mike Banas White Lodging 219-472-2861 [email protected]
CNA
3 hours ago
- Business
- CNA
CNA938 Rewind - SG60 Special (Ep 1): Ho Kwon Ping expects next generation of Banyan Group leaders to do more than maintain the status quo
As part of a special mini-series leading up to SG60, Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with CEOs at the helm of local brands that the country is proud edition, they spoke with Mr Ho Kwon Ping, Founder and Executive Chairman of Banyan Group. Since being founded in 1994, the locally-established hospitality business now manages over ninety hotels and resorts, nearly 100 spas, nearly 70 galleries, and 3 integrated resorts in 22 countries.
Vogue
3 hours ago
- Vogue
The Best Hotels in Rome Are a Love Letter to the Eternal City
After a four-year-long renovation of a Rationalist building in Rome's illustrious Piazza Augusto Imperatore, Bulgari Hotel Roma swung open its lavish doors in 2023. The property is within walking distance of city gems like the Pantheon and the Vatican, and presides over the Mausoleum of Augustus. Milanese studio Antonio Citterio Patricia Viel looked after the interiors (the same design cadre enlisted for all of the previous Bulgari Hotel outposts), with the brand's signature mosaics, lacquered wood, and rippled marbles on full display. And the opulence doesn't stop there: Keep an eye out for handblown glass lamps and Ginori vases from the 1930s, and take a moment to appreciate the colorful Brocatelle, red jasper, and Carrara marbles that line the surfaces of each of the hotel's 110 rooms and suites. You'll also need to pay a visit to the spa, which was inspired by the 3rd-century Baths of Caracalla. The 20-meter pool with its eight columns of arabesque marble create a striking centerpiece for enjoying a treatment with Augustinus Bader products—or for simply taking a swim beside the 19th-century replicas of classical statues. The culinary program is equally show-stopping. Under the guidance of three-Michelin-starred Italian chef Niko Romito, the hotel offers six food and beverage outlets reflective of Italy's gastronomic heritage, with Il Ristorante as its crown jewel. The restaurant sits on the fifth floor of the property overlooking the emperor's monumental tomb, if you're looking for a dinner spot with impressive city views. Amenities: Spa, pool, gym, restaurant, bar, rooftop terrace, chocolate shop Spa, pool, gym, restaurant, bar, rooftop terrace, chocolate shop Address: Piazza Augusto Imperatore, 10, 00186
South China Morning Post
6 hours ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Kuok Hui Kwong, daughter of Malaysia's richest man, to lead hotel group Shangri-La Asia
Kuok Hui Kwong, daughter of Malaysia's richest man, Robert Kuok Hock-nien, has been named CEO of luxury hotel group Shangri-La Asia, effective August 1. Kuok, 47, has been serving as Shangri-La Asia's executive director since June 2016 and chairman since January 2017, according to a Wednesday filing with Hong Kong's stock exchange. Shangri-La Asia is listed in Hong Kong and Singapore. The Harvard-educated Malaysian, the sixth of Robert Kuok's eight children, took the helm of the luxury hotel chain after former CEO Lim Beng Chee stepped down at the end of 2022. Lim remained on the board as a non-executive director, according to the filing. Under her current contract, Kuok is entitled to a monthly base salary of HK$576,000 (US$73,376), plus a discretionary bonus and pension. Kuok holds an interest of more than 5 per cent in Kerry Group, a major shareholder of Shangri-La Asia, which operates and manages more than 100 hotels worldwide under four brands: Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, Kerry Hotels, JEN and Traders. Founded as a single hotel in Singapore in 1971, Shangri-La Asia reported 2024 revenue of US$2.19 billion, up 2 per cent from a year earlier, while its net profit fell 12.3 per cent to US$161.4 million, according to its annual report.
