With over 24 years of experience in IT and communications, Steven Bronken leads the hospitality strategy and team at RUCKUS Networks. Specializing in guest networks, networking infrastructure, enterprise content management, software development, and IT consulting, Steven is dedicated to fostering strong relationships with brands and key accounts.
Liz Dixon, Vice President of IT for Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA, and a member of the Executive Committee for the EMEA region, overseeing technology and information security across business and hotel operations with the goal of using technology to improve operations and efficiencies, whilst underpinning owner risk reduction with effective information security programs and policies.
Steve is an industry veteran having worked in the Wi-Fi ecosystem since 2003. In his current role as Vice President of Industry & Membership Engagements at the WBA, Steve is responsible for driving industry engagements with all types of organizations. These organizations include regulators, industry alliances, cities, enterprises and really any type of organizations that are stakeholders in Wi-Fi.
WASHINGTON (Aug. 30, 2024) – Top hotel industry groups, including the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), the National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers (NABHOOD), and the Latino Hotel Association, will recognize National Hotel Employee Day today and throughout the weekend along with hoteliers across the country.
WASHINGTON (Aug. 22, 2024) – American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) Interim President & CEO Kevin Carey released the following statement after a federal judge in Texas blocked the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from enforcing a rule that bans noncompete agreements.
As the Director of Product Marketing at Nomadix, Christophe plays a key role in the management of the company’s product lines throughout their entire lifecycles. This entails overseeing an end-to-end hybrid hardware and cloud software technology portfolio comprising of hospitality focused wired and wireless networks infrastructure, visitor internet access management, telephony, as well as complementary solutions including back-office employees’ safety and guest engagement.
Based in the UK, Richard maintains a focus on developing effective business strategies able to keep pace with the ever-evolving demands of the global hospitality industry. Over the course of his career, Richard has successfully helped hotel groups deploy new systems, software, and mobile access technology in time-constrained projects and in a manner that addresses the latest market expectations.
Fiona, as CEO of HaloSOS, is driven by a deep commitment to creating safer and more secure workplaces, enabling employees to thrive in environments where they feel protected. With a particular focus on empowering women and individuals working alone in the hospitality industry, Fiona leads the charge in delivering innovative, customer-centric panic button solutions that exceed industry expectations and which has already been instrumental in saving workers from potential life changing events.
Darren Sweetland is the Managing Director of Mollie’s, a brand that redefines the classic American motel and diner with a fresh, design-led approach. Darren’s background as the former EMEA Finance Director of Soho House and a key figure in Commercial Finance at Tesco PLC equips him with a unique blend of financial acumen and creative vision. At Soho House, he played a pivotal role in the brand’s commercial expansion across the UK, Europe, and Asia, working closely with Founder Nick Jones.
