Archive for September 2021
Why a top lobbyist in Washington is predicting an earlier-than-expected rebound in business travel
U.S Travel’s Roger Dow says one of the biggest obstacles facing the convention and event sector is that corporations have been too restrictive when it comes to not letting "their people go to these meetings." Read More
Read MoreAlaska Air CEO talks new markets and Covid’s long wake for business travelers
Ben Minicucci pushed into dozens of new markets — many in popular outdoor and leisure-travel destinations — in the 12 months before the coronavirus outbreak. It’s a strategy that lifted Alaska Air’s fleet during the depths of the pandemic, and one that has served it particularly well as a mix of leisure and, increasingly, business…
Read MoreMarriott president puts recovery in perspective, details efforts to reignite business travel as the Delta rages
As president of the largest hotel brand in the world, Stephanie Linnartz has the authority to say that, without question, this has been the most challenging period for hotel owners and operators in recent memory, perhaps ever. Read More
Read MoreHotels and airlines dial down hopes for Q4 as flight cancellations mount
A month ago, hotels and airlines were readying for the final quarter with the wind at their backs. But with Covid flaring, they find themselves scrambling to bridge what may be another long winter. Bleisure travel, anyone? Read More
Read MoreACBJ Travel Survey: Business Journals readers detail cuts to budgets, uncertainty into 2022
Business Journals readers have spoken, and the bottom line is as follows: Business travel, at least in terms of how we have traditionally known it, is on the ropes and showing little sign of bouncing back this year — or even 2022 for that matter. Read More
Read MoreAmerican City Business Journals to launch Providence Business Journal
ACBJ, the nation’s largest publisher of local business information, will launch the Providence Business Journal, extending the company’s legacy of providing business intelligence and networking opportunities to business owners and executives. Read More
Read MoreJoe Curtatone named Northeast Clean Energy Council president
The Democrat led Somerville for 18 years, gaining popularity among progressives for his stances on climate change, racial justice and education. Read More
Read MoreAll eyes on September: Hotel industry expected to see slowdown with close of summer travel season, Delta variant
Hotel industry leaders are keeping a cautious eye on the Delta variant’s impact on travel, especially as the summer travel season has officially come to a close. Read More
Read MoreFive things you need to know today, and I have a confession to make
Good morning, Boston. Here are the five things you need to know to start your busy business day, and a confession I need to make: I’ve never seen "The Wire." Read More
Read MoreCambridge plans hearing this week on controversial cannabis policy
With only two weeks left before a controversial period of exclusivity for equity cannabis businesses is set to expire, Cambridge city councilors will meet to hear testimony on possibly extending it. Read More
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