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Fun Fact Friday: The Secret to Successful Hotel Openings 🏨✨ Opening a new hotel is like conducting a grand orchestra – it takes precision, coordination, and teamwork to create a symphony of success. Staying on task, being flexible, and maintaining top-notch communication are the keys to hitting all the right notes. Why Staying on Task is Crucial | When opening a hotel, staying on task is non-negotiable. Every detail, from interior design to staff training, contributes to the guest experience. By adhering to timelines and following through on responsibilities, we ensure nothing falls through the cracks, leading to a seamless opening. Flexibility is Your Best Friend | Even with the best-laid plans, unexpected challenges will arise. Being flexible allows us to adapt quickly, find solutions, and keep the project on track. Embracing change with a positive attitude ensures we turn potential setbacks into opportunities for improvement. The Importance of Staying on Top of Orders and Working with Vendors | Timely orders and strong vendor relationships are the backbone of a smooth hotel opening. Ensuring all supplies and equipment arrive on time prevents last-minute scrambles and delays. Consistent communication with vendors builds trust and reliability, crucial for seamless operations. Daily Huddles: Keeping Everyone in Sync | Initiating daily huddles with the hotel opening team fosters clear communication and alignment. These brief, focused meetings allow us to review progress, address issues, and set daily priorities, ensuring everyone is on the same page and moving towards our common goal. Celebrating Our Dream Team | A massive shoutout to our incredible opening leaders who exemplify these principles: - Adam S. Cohen, General Manager at The Tallison Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel** - Hamid Siadat, General Manager at Element Carmel -Michele Green, General Manager at Home 2 West Lafayette - Stacy Kleeman, Area Director of Sales for Home 2 West Lafayette and TownePlace Suites, West Lafayette - Bret Bishop, our Regional Director of Sales - Marcie Thomas, our Corporate Director of Revenue Your dedication, teamwork, and unwavering commitment to Ascent Hospitality have been nothing short of amazing. It’s an absolute pleasure working with each of you and watching everything come together beautifully. More exciting updates to come – stay tuned! Here's to many more successful openings and unforgettable guest experiences! 🥂 #FunFactFriday #Teamwork #HotelOpening #Success #DreamTeam #StayTuned