AEG Ogden’s appointment of Samantha Taranto as the International Convention Centre Sydney Communications Director bolsters ICC Sydney team as it fields business interest from around the world.

Research estimates that for every incremental $1m spent on international tourism marketing, up to $16m in spend is generated by foreign tourists and 89 additional jobs are created.

The historic Clarion Hotel Downtown is to be converted to a 110-room Hilton Garden Inn and a 100-3oom Home2 Suites property that will share some amenities and services, while still maintaining each brand’s individuality.

The changes include the integration of the global operations structure, the formation of an integrated team to lead the Company’s select service business and the creation of a new global franchising strategy function.

Realty Mogul raised over $1.5 million for the project, spread across 85 investors around the U.S.

For those already familiar with Dubai’s over-the-top, often ornate formality, prepare to be surprised with this more intimately scaled luxury enclave.

Ed Scheetz, CEO of Chelsea Hotels talks about the restoration of the Chelsea Hotel, the hotel industry in New York, restaurants in hotels, and the most important characteristics of a successful executive in the hospitality industry.