October 28, 2024 Spotlight on Data: Farhina’s Insights on HAC Surveys and the Power of Member Feedback

Farhina Balayet is HAC’s Research and Data Visualization Manager, bringing nearly a decade of experience in marketing research and public opinion analysis. Can you share a bit about your background and expertise in marketing research? Farhina: I’ve spent nearly ten years in marketing research, focusing on public opinion. I started as a Research Analyst, designing and analyzing surveys to understand what people think. Later, I moved…

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October 23, 2024 New survey: Canadians believe short-term rentals have negative impact on housing affordability, majority want increased regulations

According to a recent survey conducted by Nanos Research, a majority of Canadians think short-term rental properties have a negative or somewhat negative impact on both housing availability and rent prices in Canada. PRESS RELEASE REPORT…

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September 27, 2024 Cost Outlook 2025: Slow, but Steady March Toward Recovery 

To assist with forecasting for 2025, Avendra International releases its annual cost outlook, The Avendra Edge, highlighting key macroeconomic trends and supply chain solutions to assist our clients in their business decision-making.  Our vision is to empower organizations around the world to thrive, so you can focus on what matters: growing and managing your business.  Macroeconomic Trends  A slight cooling of the labour …

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August 14, 2024 Hotel Association of Canada Appoints Beth McMahon as President & CEO

The Hotel Association of Canada (HAC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Beth McMahon, MES, as its new President & CEO, effective September 16, 2024. An award-winning association leader, McMahon brings extensive experience to the role and is poised to lead the HAC into an exciting new chapter of growth and advocacy success. McMahon has been a transformative leader in association management for over twenty years. Most recently, …

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August 13, 2024 Green Key Global Enhances its Vendor Program and offers an Exclusive Incentive for HAC Affiliate Members

Green Key Global, North America’s leading sustainability certification program, has announced an exciting revamp of their Vendor Program. This update aims to better support sustainable vendors and hotels in their sustainability efforts. Current HAC Affiliate Members can now enjoy a $500 discount upon registration. “We are excited about Green Key Global’s enhanced Vendor Program, as it offers significant benefits to our Affiliat…

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August 12, 2024 Green Key Global Announces Board Members

Green Key Global – the only sustainability certification designed specifically for hotels – today announced its first-ever slate of board members and the appointment of Heather McCrory, a hospitality expert with 40 years of experience in the industry, as chair. McCrory recently served as CEO of Accor’s North American and Central American operations, and currently advises the hospitality industry as principal of Heather J. McCrory &…

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