In Remembrance: Bob Gilbert

While many of you may not have had the pleasure of meeting Bob Gilbert, I consider myself fortunate to have known him for 30 years and his passing is a tremendous loss…both professionally and personally.

HSMAI: In Conversation With Seth Borko

Welcome to our new content series “In Conversation With”, where we sit down with industry experts, executives and thought leaders to discuss all things travel, technology, trends and more. In our next conversation, we sit down with Seth Borko, Head of Skift Research.

Member Spotlight: In Memory of Richard Yaeger

Few people I know in this industry that I love are funnier than Richard Yaeger.

Richard died early on Sunday, June 30. And now, as I write, almost three months later, I still cannot wrap my head around it.

Member Spotlight: Marcia Skyers-James

Marcia Skyers-James was born and raised on the beautiful Island of Jamaica, in the West Indies. After graduating college in 1981 she moved to New York City to get her Masters Degree in Literature and Foreign Languages at Pace University's NYC Campus. 

HSMAI: In Conversation With Klaus Kohlmayr

Welcome to our new content series “In Conversation With”, where we sit down with industry experts, executives and thought leaders to discuss all things travel, technology, trends and more. In the first installment, we sit down with Klaus Kohlmayr, Chief Evangelist & Development Officer for IDeaS. Klaus is also involved with a number of advisory and educational roles including the Cornell School of Hotel Administration and Hotel Business Magazine.

Member Spotlight: Anne Marie Wilson

Anne Marie Wilson is a true icon in NYC hospitality, with over 30 years in Sales & Marketing. A Briarcliffe College graduate, she began her career at the Roosevelt Hotel in Midtown Manhattan. Anne Marie has been pivotal in sales at several iconic Manhattan hotels, including the historic Hotel Pennsylvania, where she honed her expertise with international markets.