Hilton CEO on corporate culture, economic recovery
Chris Nassetta, Hilton CEO and president, discusses business recovery as well as diversity and inclusion efforts, which he says must… Read More »
Report: Progress on board diversity remains slow
Data reviewed by BoardProspects shows that the number of publicly traded companies on the Russell 3000 index with a Black… Read More »
McDonald’s CEO: Communication key to employee support
Communication has been key to keeping McDonald’s and its franchisees and employees feeling confident in the business even as COVID-19… Read More »
Keep your emotions from running the show
Obsessive thoughts about things beyond our control can smother creativity and block good decision-making, writes Ed Batista, who suggests learning… Read More »
How employee groups can improve diversity and insights
Companies can create a sense of diversity and inclusion by encouraging the creation of employee resource groups and supporting the… Read More »
Alaska appoints its first female COO
Alaska has appointed Constance von Muehlen as its new COO, effective April 3, 2021. She recently served as senior vice… Read More »
NBA players combine passion for wine and social issues
NBA player and wine lover Josh Hart started the Diversity In Wine Scholarship Program to create a more inclusive industry,… Read More »
Harris Teeter summit searches for supplier diversity
Harris Teeter is looking to add a more diverse range of suppliers to its network and planning a virtual summit… Read More »
N.Y., D.C. chefs come together to fight against racism
Recent anti-Asian sentiment and violence have moved renowned Washington, D.C., restaurateur Danny Lee to action with an April fundraising event… Read More »
NYC eateries speak out against anti-Asian violence
Asian and Asian-American restaurateurs and advocacy groups in New York City are bringing awareness to the wave of violence they… Read More »
Getting well means wellness for hotels seeing surge
Demand for wellness-focused accommodations never has been greater, travel writer Debbi Kickham reports, and remote retreats such as Songstam Hotels… Read More »
Is the upgrade to a first class seat worth it?
With travel demand down, the cost for business class and first class seats on most airlines has decreased, often making… Read More »
Alaska adds flights between Minneapolis and Anchorage
Alaska Airlines is adding summer service between Anchorage and Minneapolis-St. Paul starting June 19. Last week, the airline resumed flights… Read More »
US eyes relaxing some travel restrictions in May
The Biden administration is reportedly planning to relax travel restrictions in May across borders with Mexico and Canada and on… Read More »
Delta, WestJet offer reciprocal benefits to elite flyers
Delta Air Lines is expanding its partnership with WestJet to give elite frequent flyers reciprocal benefits on the Canadian airline…. Read More »
$10B in flight vouchers have gone untouched
US airlines issued more than $10 billion vouchers for unused travel in 2020, and so far travelers are not using… Read More »
US air passengers top 1M mark for 10 straight days
March 20 was the 10th consecutive day that the Transportation Security Administration screened more than a million passengers at US… Read More »
Air Canada begins restoring international routes
Air Canada plans to restart some international routes in May, selling tickets to Jamaica, New York, Tokyo, Mexico City, and… Read More »
JetBlue Considers Moving Headquarters To Florida
JetBlue Airways, which has kept its corporate headquarters in New York City since its founding 23 years ago, is contemplating… Read More »
Air Travel Continues Rebound as TSA Surpasses 1.5 Million Screened Passengers
Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officials announced over 1.5 million passengers passed through airport security on Sunday, marking the first time… Read More »
Southwest Airlines Extends Spring Flight Sale
Southwest Airlines is extending the window for travelers to book discounted spring and summer flights from as low as $39… Read More »
Alaska Airlines Names Constance von Muehlen Chief Operating Officer
Alaska Air Group announced the appointment of Constance von Muehlen as Chief Operating Officer of Alaska Airlines, effective April 3,… Read More »