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Boost Holiday Revenue with Branded Desserts Guests Know and Love 🍪🎄   In hospitality, the holidays are more than meals—they’re about creating comfort, connection, and unforgettable experiences. According to Mondelēz International’s State of Snacking Report, 80% of consumers stay loyal to their favorite snack brands for years. That’s your opportunity to turn trusted names into revenue-driving menu stars.   In the latest Edge Magazine, Mondelēz International’s Chef Carmisha McKenzie Ramsey shares 3 festive, operationally smart dessert ideas featuring iconic brands like OREO®, NILLA®, and RITZ®—perfect for: ✔ Seasonal LTOs to help boost check averages ✔ Streamlined prep during peak service ✔ Delivering on sought-after treats with classic flavors   Think grab-and-go cheesecakes with OREO®, pumpkin tres leches with NILLA®, and a reimagined baked apple with RITZ® crunch—desserts that combine nostalgia with efficiency for room service, catering, and holiday menus.   Ready to turn seasonal treats into profit-driving experiences? 👉 Reach out to hear how Mondelēz International supports hospitality operators: https://lnkd.in/eZU78H2Y 📖 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eWvwy3st

Luxury Isn’t About Marble Anymore—It’s About Meaning. The global luxury tourism market is on track to hit $1.2 trillion by 2026, driven by Gen X and Millennials who crave personalized, purpose-driven experiences. So what does that mean for high-end hospitality brands? ✅ Sustainability is non-negotiable ✅ Wellness must be holistic and human ✅ Tech should enhance—not interrupt—the guest experience ✅ Culture is the ultimate talent magnet Barak Hirschowitz, President of the International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA), shares insights from ILHA’s Advisory Committees on how luxury is being reimagined—and what it takes to stay ahead. 👉 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e4YwWxri Want to go deeper? Connect with Avendra International’s luxury experts at the ILHA Inspire event, December 10–11 in Las Vegas.

🌟Exciting News: Anderson Hospitality Group Continues With Avendra International! We’re thrilled to announce our continued collaboration with Anderson Hospitality Group! “This collaboration allows us to keep delivering the personalized experiences guests love, while growing in ways that honor our local roots,” says Tim Knipp, Vice President of Operations, Anderson Hospitality Group. As a family-owned brand rooted in community values, Anderson Hospitality Group has always focused on making every stay feel special. Here’s to hospitality that feels like home. 🏨✨ 🔗 Learn more about how we support hospitality leaders: https://lnkd.in/eKgefNcW #GuestExperience #HospitalityLeadership #ClientSuccess #TravelInnovation

What an incredible day at the Philadelphia & Vicinity Chapter CMAA Tradeshow at Liberty Hill Union League! We loved connecting with so many passionate club professionals and sharing ideas on how to elevate member experiences. Events like this showcase the creativity and collaboration that make the private club industry thrive — and we’re proud to be part of it. Avendra Clubs empowers private clubs to create extraordinary member experiences and grow their communities. Through our trusted supplier network, we help you deliver excellence at every touchpoint — because we believe your club deserves to be the best it can be. A huge thank you to PVCMA for hosting and to everyone who stopped by to chat with us. We’re excited to keep the momentum going and explore new ways to support your clubs! 🔗 Learn more about how Avendra Clubs helps private clubs deliver exceptional service: https://lnkd.in/ed396VEK

🍸 Cocktails & Mocktails Are Shaking Up the Season 🍹 From classic cocktails with a twist to bold, flavor-packed mocktails, bar menus are evolving—and driving serious profits. We tapped into the expertise of Paul Carr, VP of Culinary, Global Supply Chain, and Paul Bloxham, Head of Culinary at Avendra International - Europe, to uncover what’s trending and how you can elevate your beverage program. 📈 Whether you’re running a hotel bar, managing catering, or refreshing your drinks menu, these insights will help you boost margins and guest satisfaction. 👉 Swipe through for highlights, then read the full article on our blog: https://lnkd.in/emy5Rmaz #CocktailTrends #Mocktails #HospitalityInnovation

What’s one bold move luxury hotel GMs should make to prepare their hotels for 2026 and beyond? 🎙️ In the latest "Meet in the Lobby" episode, Barak Hirschowitz, President of the International Luxury Hotel Association, shares powerful insights and emerging trends that are reshaping luxury hospitality—from personalization as the new loyalty currency to the rise of wellness and sustainability as core guest expectations. 💼 With global luxury travel projected to hit $1.2 trillion, now’s the time to rethink what “luxury” really means. 🔗 Listen in: https://lnkd.in/emsaYwHp

We had some special visitors stop by the AHLA offices this week! 👋   AHLA Platinum Partner Avendra International heard all about our ongoing advocacy efforts and their impacts on the hotel industry, and AHLA Foundation's Eliza McCoy, MPA (she/ella) shared the value of engaging with Foundation initiatives like mentorship and #NoRoomForTrafficking.   Thank you to Avendra, HD Supply and other Avendra suppliers for joining us!

👏 Congratulations to Mit Shah, CEO of Noble Investment Group, on receiving the 2026 Arne Sorenson Social Impact Leadership Award — a powerful recognition of his visionary leadership and commitment to expanding opportunity across hospitality and education. At Avendra International, we’re proud to partner with Mit and Noble Investment Group, whose values-driven approach continues to elevate our industry and inspire meaningful change.

💼 Luxury Hospitality is booming—are you ready to lead the transformation?    With global luxury travel demand projected to reach $1.2 trillion by 2026, guest expectations are evolving fast—and the stakes for hotel operators have never been higher. In the latest episode of “Meet in the Lobby”, hosts Melissa McCormack and Dorien Murphy sit down with Barak Hirschowitz, President of the International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA), to explore the trends and strategies shaping the future of high-end hospitality. 🔗 Listen now:  https://lnkd.in/emsaYwHp 🎙️ What you’ll learn:  - Why personalization is the new loyalty currency  - How wellness and sustainability are redefining luxury standards  - How ILHA is helping luxury properties stay ahead of the curve If you're building the next generation of luxury hospitality, this episode is your blueprint.    #LuxuryHospitality #ILHA #HotelLeadership #GuestExperience #WellnessTravel #SustainableLuxury #MeetInTheLobby