Westin Hotels & Resorts

The Westin Maui Announces Joshua Hargrove as General Manager

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali is pleased to welcome Joshua Hargrove as general manager of the property.

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  • The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali is pleased to welcome Joshua Hargrove as general manager of the property.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231207376110/en/
    The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali is pleased to welcome Joshua Hargrove as general manager of the property.
  • “It has been both an honor and a privilege to serve as general manager during these challenging times.
  • Before his time at Prince Waikiki, Hargrove held the position of hotel manager at The Westin Kāʻanapali Ocean Resort Villas, Marriott Vacations Worldwide.

Insight Sourcing Resumes Principal Role at Procurement Foundry’s FORGE: ENGAGE

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

Insight Sourcing, North America’s leading consulting firm focused exclusively on strategic sourcing and procurement-related services, is pleased to announce that Executive Vice President Jake Wojcik will serve as chairman at FORGE: ENGAGE, Procurement Foundry’s multi-day annual community gathering.

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  • Insight Sourcing, North America’s leading consulting firm focused exclusively on strategic sourcing and procurement-related services, is pleased to announce that Executive Vice President Jake Wojcik will serve as chairman at FORGE: ENGAGE, Procurement Foundry’s multi-day annual community gathering.
  • In this principal role, Wojcik will kick off and offer summations of key event learnings and takeaways at the beginning and close of each conference day.
  • “Procurement practitioners and teams only become stronger and savvier by sharing insights and best practices with their peers,” said Wojcik.
  • The Procurement Foundry FORGE: ENGAGE event will take place Wednesday, November 15th through Friday, November 17th at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, Georgia.

Exciting New Property Enhancements, Renovations and Experiences from Marriott International's Caribbean properties

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

PLANTATION, Fla., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International Caribbean properties are thrilled to announce the exciting news and programming this month, including several property renovations to enhance guest stays, and innovative food and beverage experiences that will make the trip unforgettable. From destinations including the Cayman Islands, Aruba, Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic, travelers can enjoy new opportunities while also connecting with Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's award-winning travel program and marketplace.

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  • Marriott International is excited to introduce the unique guest experiences offered at the newly renovated and modernized properties across the Caribbean.
  • PLANTATION, Fla., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International Caribbean properties are thrilled to announce the exciting news and programming this month, including several property renovations to enhance guest stays, and innovative food and beverage experiences that will make the trip unforgettable.
  • From destinations including the Cayman Islands, Aruba, Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic, travelers can enjoy new opportunities while also connecting with Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International's award-winning travel program and marketplace.
  • As part of the renovation project, the hotel will reposition its 15 junior suites by completely redesigning the space.

electroCore to Participate in Canaccord Genuity’s MedTech, Diagnostics and Digital Health & Services Forum

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

ROCKAWAY, N.J., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- electroCore, Inc. (Nasdaq: ECOR), a commercial-stage bioelectronic medicine and wellness company, announced today that Company CEO, Dan Goldberger, is scheduled to attend the Canaccord Genuity MedTech, Diagnostics and Digital Health & Services Forum taking place at the Westin NY Grand Central on November 16, 2023.

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  • ROCKAWAY, N.J., Nov. 07, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- electroCore, Inc. (Nasdaq: ECOR), a commercial-stage bioelectronic medicine and wellness company, announced today that Company CEO, Dan Goldberger, is scheduled to attend the Canaccord Genuity MedTech, Diagnostics and Digital Health & Services Forum taking place at the Westin NY Grand Central on November 16, 2023.
    electroCore will host 1x1 investor meetings on November 16, 2023.
  • Please contact your Canaccord representative to schedule a 1x1 meeting.

The Global Wellness Economy Reaches a Record $5.6 Trillion--And It's Forecast to Hit $8.5 Trillion by 2027

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

MIAMI, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- How has the global wellness economy fared since the massive economic shocks of the pandemic? According to a new report released today by the non-profit Global Wellness Institute (GWI)—the only authoritative, comprehensive source of wellness market data—the industry has made one powerful recovery. If the market was worth a record $4.9 trillion in 2019, and then shrank 11% to $4.4 trillion in the pandemic year of 2020, the research indicates that the wellness economy has seen recent, economy-defying momentum. It grew 27% since 2020 to reach $5.6 trillion, with 7 of the 11 wellness sectors now surpassing their 2019, pre-pandemic values. With consumers, the medical world, and governments now placing a much bigger value on prevention and wellness, the GWI forecasts that the wellness economy will grow at an impressive 8.6% annual pace through 2027, when the market will reach $8.5 trillion—nearly double its 2020 size.

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  • With strong tailwinds, it's forecast to grow another 52% by 2027
    MIAMI, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- How has the global wellness economy fared since the massive economic shocks of the pandemic?
  • It grew 27% since 2020 to reach $5.6 trillion, with 7 of the 11 wellness sectors now surpassing their 2019, pre-pandemic values.
  • Looking into the horizon, the global wellness economy has a strong current under its wings, based on global trends that are only accelerating
    "We are surprised by the resiliency of the global wellness economy, and how quickly it has bounced back from the pandemic.
  • The GWI has announced it will now release a Global Wellness Economy Report annually, at each Global Wellness Summit .

Electromed, Inc. to Participate in the Canaccord Genuity MedTech, Diagnostics and Digital Health & Services Forum

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Electromed, Inc. (“Electromed” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: ELMD), a leader in innovative airway clearance technologies, today announced that Jim Cunniff, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Brad Nagel, Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to attend the Canaccord Genuity MedTech, Diagnostics and Digital Health & Services Forum on November 16, 2023 at the Westin NY Grand Central in New York City.

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  • Electromed, Inc. (“Electromed” or the “Company”) (NYSE American: ELMD), a leader in innovative airway clearance technologies, today announced that Jim Cunniff, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Brad Nagel, Chief Financial Officer, are scheduled to attend the Canaccord Genuity MedTech, Diagnostics and Digital Health & Services Forum on November 16, 2023 at the Westin NY Grand Central in New York City.
  • Electromed’s management team will engage in investor 1x1s on Thursday, November 16, 2023.

Kasa Living, Inc. Closes $70 Million Series C Funding Round Led by Citi Ventures

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kasa Living, Inc., the leading tech-powered hospitality brand, today announced the close of a $70 million Series C fundraise. Citi Ventures and FirstMark Capital led the all equity round with participation from new investors New York Life Ventures and Fireside Investments. All major existing investors including RET Ventures, Zigg Capital, and Ribbit Capital participated in the twice upsized and oversubscribed round.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Kasa Living, Inc. , the leading tech-powered hospitality brand, today announced the close of a $70 million Series C fundraise.
  • Citi Ventures and FirstMark Capital led the all equity round with participation from new investors New York Life Ventures and Fireside Investments.
  • All major existing investors including RET Ventures, Zigg Capital, and Ribbit Capital participated in the twice upsized and oversubscribed round.
  • Kasa closes a $70 million Series C funding round, defying market trends.

REVITALIZE YOUR STAY: WESTIN HOTELS & RESORTS WASHINGTON, DC HOTEL SETS NEW STANDARD FOR WELLNESS TRAVEL

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Westin Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveils its latest offering in Washington, DC – Westin Washington, DC Downtown. After a nearly $80 million investment by ownership group, Sunstone Hotel Investors, the 807-room hotel will offer a sophisticated and contemporary blend of well-being experiences, designed for guests to feel inspired, to rejuvenate, and to maintain their wellness routines while on the road.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Westin Hotels & Resorts , part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveils its latest offering in Washington, DC – Westin Washington, DC Downtown.
  • "The hotel's modern residential design brings the natural world indoors, to create an all-encompassing health and wellness experience that redefines the traditional hotel stay.
  • What better way to further energize business and leisure guests as they travel through the city, than a visit to the largest hotel fitness studio in Washington, DC."
  • "Westin Washington, DC Downtown is an urban oasis with something to offer everyone," said Kori Johnson, General Manager of Westin Washington, DC Downtown.

MARRIOTT BONVOY LAUNCHES VIRTUAL CITY IN FORTNITE WITH NEW 'MARRIOTT BONVOY LAND' GAME

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott Bonvoy – Marriott International's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands and 10,000 global destinations – has become the first and largest hospitality company to launch in the Fortnite universe with Marriott Bonvoy Land, a virtual park leading to four hotel themed MiniGames that represent four distinct Marriott Bonvoy branded hotels: Moxy Hotels, Westin Hotels & Resorts, W Hotels & Resorts, and Autograph Collection Hotels.

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  • "Fortnite is more than just a game - it's a place to escape, to discover, and a place that defies physical realities.
  • Starting today, people around the world can experience Marriott Bonvoy Land by using the game code: 7652-9467-4215 to portal into the park square via Fortnite Creative.
  • The virtual concierge greets guests with two options, to check out their guest room or unlock the hotel's MiniGame.
  • To celebrate this launch, a surprise celebrity guest will drop in on Twitch streamer Sommerset's livestream on November 2 to play Marriott Bonvoy Land, chat bucket list travel dreams and give away Marriott Bonvoy stays to gamers.

Clear Channel Outdoor Waves Green Flag on Larger than Life Out of Home Spectaculars at the Westin Las Vegas Hotel Offering Mega Brand Visibility for Formula 1 and Beyond

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clear Channel Outdoor (NYSE: CCO), one of the world's largest Out-of-Home (OOH) media providers, today announced it has partnered with the Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa to provide brands with three larger than life out of home (OOH) spectaculars to capture the attention of Las Vegas tourists as the Formula 1 Grand Prix comes to the city in November. Advertisers can take part in the excitement and opportunity to reach affluent audiences and international travelers at Formula 1 in addition to the upcoming Super Bowl in February 2024 and highly anticipated global conventions such as CES and NFR.

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  • Brands can captivate sophisticated consumers with these new jaw dropping displays in addition to executing a brand 'takeover' throughout the city.
  • We are excited to work with our prestigious brand partners during what will be an unforgettable season here in Vegas."
  • The three digital displays available via the Westin Spectacular Domination are:
    Located 1.5 blocks from the Las Vegas Strip, the Westin Las Vegas Hotel & Spa is one of the top lodging destinations for Las Vegas business travelers.
  • The Westin is a fantastic alternate hotel for travelers that want to be near the glitz and glam of the major casino properties.