Looking to take your hospitality venture to the next level? Is franchising the answer? OR Is franchising the hospitality industry’s secret growth weapon?
By Michael Pownall, Co-founder and Managing Partner, Africa, Middle East & CIS In the constantly evolving hospitality sector, expanding strategically is necessary for longevity and success. Amid global trends such as sustainability and technology-driven market disruptors, franchising emerges as more than a business model; it’s a strategic approach to scaling up hotel operations and embracing […]
Valor Hospitality Partners Opens First Hotel in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Celebrates Ten Years of Hospitality Innovation in Africa
The newest hotel in the Democratic Republic of Congo offers world-class amenities and continues a reputation of excellence in the region ATLANTA, Dec. 12, 2023 —Valor Hospitality Partners, an industry-leading, global hospitality management company, continues to expand their global portfolio with the opening of Hilton Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This hotel […]
Valor Hospitality Partners Announces Partnership with InnSight Advisory
Leading Global Hospitality Brand Celebrates 10 Years in Africa with Continued Expansion in the Region and Beyond Cape Town, South Africa, Sept. 21 2023—Today, Valor Hospitality Partners (Valor), announced a partnership with InnSight Advisory –a leading hospitality advisory company with clients across Africa. Valor maintains an existing presence in the United States, the United Kingdom, […]
Valor Hospitality Partners and Veldskoen Shoes Join Forces to Enhance Employee Experience & Prioritize Sustainability in Hospitality
The Global Hotel Management Company and South African Shoe Company Launch a Strategic Initiative to Provide Comfortable, Reliable Shoes for Hotel Staff ATLANTA, June 8, 2023—Industry-leading Valor Hospitality Partners, and Veldskoen Shoes, an innovative South African Shoe Brand, have announced a strategic partnership to provide reliable, comfortable and sustainable footwear to ‘Hotelitarians’ serving at Valor […]
Matjiesfontein Ground Station Sod-turning Ceremony
ADDRESS BY THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL OF SCIENCE AND INNOVATION, DR PHIL MJWARA, AT THE SOD-TURNING CEREMONY FOR THE DEEP SPACE GROUND STATION AT MATJIESFONTEIN ON 8 NOVEMBER 2022 Distinguished guests; Ladies and gentlemen: It is my privilege to speak to you today as South Africa marks another milestone in its long history of space science and its […]
Hospitality Highlights: 5 Things You Should Know
The hospitality industry is constantly evolving. For our team at Valor Hospitality Partners, staying on top of the latest trends is a key ingredient to the success of our organization. We make it a priority to stay informed, and want to keep our readers informed, too! Read on to discover some of the latest headlines, […]
Simplify Your Plans: Our Favorite Travel Apps for Hospitality Professionals
When it comes to planning a business trip, many hospitality professionals rely on technology for more than just one part of the process. Travel apps provide a secure and accessible way to manage even the most minute aspects of a trip. From budget and spending to logistics, safety, and communication — smartphones are changing the […]
Valor Hospitality 2020: Why We’re Looking Forward to the New Year
As our team at Valor Hospitality Partners prepares for the close of what has been an exciting and plentiful 2019, exciting updates are waiting in the wings for 2020. Before the holidays, Valor’s global partners convened in the United States for a dual-city event in which they were able to connect, and share ideas, in […]
Live Like a Local in Brooklyn During Your Stay at Hotel Indigo Williamsburg
Brooklyn is back – and in Williamsburg, the home of the newly-opened Hotel Indigo Williamsburg, the “new Brooklyn” aesthetic is prevalent. A mecca of music and art, this neighborhood is known for a creative energy and vibrant culture which demands to be discovered. Whether you’re traveling for business or leisure, exploration is non-negotiable. Here’s a […]