Interview with Founder and CEO Kristian Valk of Hotelchamp
In this article, we interview Kristian Valk, the founder and CEO of Hotelchamp. Through Hotelchamp, Valk has combined multiple science-based methods to improve the guest experience and drive increased direct revenue for hoteliers. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I was born and raised in the Netherlands, near Amsterdam. I'm the proud father of two kids, a boy and a girl. Sports are a real passion
Interview with Founder Juanjo Rodriguez of The Hotels Network
In this interview, we speak with Juanjo Rodriguez, the co-founder of the Hotels Network and an expert in facilitating direct bookings for hotels. The Hotels Network offers several solutions designed to help hotels attract more direct business and become less reliant on third-party platforms, like online travel agencies (OTAs). Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I'm originally from Spain, from a small town called Zamora near
Interview with Founder Franco Grasso of Revenue Team by Franco Grasso
In this interview, we're speaking to Revenue Team by Franco Grasso's founder and CEO, Franco Grasso. Under Grasso's guidance, the company has grown into Europe's largest hotel revenue management consulting and outsourcing entity. His company assists hoteliers in maximizing revenue through optimized sales of hotel rooms while promoting efficiency and quality. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I've always had a deep passion for tourism. I
Interview with CEO & Co-founder Erik Tengen of Oaky
In this interview, we talk to Erik Tengen from Oaky. Erik co-founded Oaky in 2013, alongside Lars Jonker and Tako Paddenburg. He has since helped to grow the company into a market leader in hotel upselling solutions. Oaky helps drive incremental hotel revenue and enhance the guest experience through targeted upselling messaging. Can you tell us a bit about yourself? I am a father of two boys. I
Uncovering the Importance of Pickup and Pace in Revenue Management
As a revenue manager, one of your essential daily inquiries is, "What was yesterday's pickup?" It's a question that sets the tone for your day and helps you make informed decisions about selling the right room, to the right guest, at the right time, at the right price. Setting the correct room price is undoubtedly the cornerstone of revenue management, how you arrive at the optimal price point requires a considerable amount of context, of
Master Pick-up Analytics: Learn Why & How They Elevate Your Hotel
Pick-up analytics are essential for hotels to forecast demand, optimize pricing strategies, manage inventory, marketing, and improve revenue management. In this article, we will dive into the world of Pick-up Analytics. You will learn what Pick-up Analytics is and how to use it to help your hotel optimize performance. What is Pick-up Analytics? In short, it is important to analyze the rate at which your hotel rooms are booked over a certain period. Pick-up Analytics
Unleashing Data for Personalized Hotel Stays
Hotels are moving from traditional transactional models to relationship-focused approaches, driven by guests’ desire for personalized experiences and seamless interactions. Unleashing data for personalized hotel stays has become the key to unlocking these enhanced guest experiences. Modern technology, especially mobile and cloud-based solutions, facilitates this transformation. Hotel owners, managers, and operators understand that guests’ expectations constantly evolve. Building lasting relationships rather than merely completing transactions is vital to meet these expectations. Understanding Changing Guest Expectations
Hotel Marketing; The Latest Trends in the Hotel Industry in 2025
Hotel marketing is key in helping you attract bookings and optimize revenue. For the most part, your marketing messages are how customers will become aware of your hotel and also how they will understand your values and unique selling proposition. Of course, to optimize your marketing, you need to be
Hotel Market Segmentation: Effective Tips & Strategies for Hoteliers
Hotels want to attract as many guests as possible to maximize revenue. One of the best ways to achieve this is to segment the hotel market so that different groups of people can be targeted with different marketing messages, pricing strategies, and services. In this article, you will learn some
Tips to Find Your Next Hotel Manager Job!
The role of a hotel manager is challenging and rewarding, requiring you to understand various hotel strategies and management techniques. However, to find your next hotel manager job, you will need to understand the nature of the role, ensure you meet the minimum requirements, and know where to look. Here,
5 Hotel Management Software Solutions Every Hotel Needs
For hotel owners, revenue management is incredibly important. It involves selling the right room at the right time and price to the right customer via the right distribution channel to maximize business results. To assist with this, many hotels use hotel management software packages. In this article, you will find
Hotel Management Software: What Are the Benefits for Hotels?
Hotel management software is increasingly important for hotel industry professionals, offering more efficient, cost-effective ways to take care of many tasks and operations. In this article, you will learn about the various available hotel management software solutions, as well as the key benefits hotel software can provide. What is Hotel
List of The Most Important Channels for Finding Hotel Management Jobs
Many people working in the hospitality industry aspire to hold hotel management jobs, but actually finding the right job can be challenging, especially given the competition that is out there. To maximize your chances, you need to utilize various channels. Here, you will find a list of the best channels