Welcome to our bee themed June company news! Flights are back, restrictions disappearing, bookings are up, and gas prices remain high. Summer leisure demand is forecasted to surpass 2019 records. Our continued success is built on great operations and at the core our values. Andrew reaffirms the importance of these values in his message. As summer ramps up it is great to celebrate more awards, accolades, community goodwill, and our portfolio's destinations in video. We are thankful for all you do. Warm wishes on Father's Day to all you dad heroes hope it's a honey of day. –Wayne West III

Busy Bees Goodwill

Williamsburg, VA – The Virginia Peninsula Foodbank is the leading hunger-relief organization in the greater Peninsula region. Last month NHG joined in collecting over 138 pounds of food and over $700.00 in donations. Additionally, team members came together to deliver fresh and canned foods to senior members of the Langley Village Community. The team delivered much-needed groceries to 48 homes. The weather was great, the volunteers amazing and the community appreciative!

Everything you need to know to "bee" ready for summer's inclement weather and bee-inspired sales tips to attract pollinators in the next quarter.

Bee The Solution Emergency Preparation from Laurie Campbell. When summer kicks into high gear just like bees prepare their hives we plan for extreme heat, beach hazards, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flooding. Review your readiness strategies. Start by updating your Emergency Contact List >See example.

10 Urban Sales Myths – And How to Overcome Them by Lizz Chambers, who shares hive-minded sales tips and how to dispel "none of your beeswax" work vibes. >Read article.

The winners are.... Listen to the announcement here >NHG Champion Challenge – Run for the Roses Champion Announcement.

Across the Industry Hive Links

>U.S. to End Covid Test Requirement for Incoming Air Travelers – Skift

>Workers planning 'bleisure' trips this summer spur travel demand – Business World

NHG June Calendar >Click Here

Save the Date – Upcoming Events

June 23rd – Eats & Education, 12pm

July 4th Holiday – Corporate Office Closed (July 1st Office Closes, 12pm)

July 12th – July GM Meeting, 10am

Happy Summer! 

We have emerged from the pandemic with strong systems. Our revenue team has helped to rebuild the topline performance of the portfolio; the accounting team has walked across hot coals to deliver critical financial reports under adverse conditions, and our operations teams have kept hotels and guests safe, secure and happy. Thank you. With your focus and commitment, we have kept the whole of NHG together. 

As we look to return to our historical operating norms, I would like to reinforce perhaps the most critical part of our operating platform – our core values...>Click to Continue Reading

Create a custom offer – savings, add value, event driven, or evergreen. Strategize with your sales and revenue team to build the right promotion for the right time. Your trackable offer link can be used to further promote on social media, email marketing and level up with partner marketing (the right audience). Crosspollinate with business partners who bring more guest experiences, authority, and marketing power to your offer. Check out Holiday Inn Asheville East's “Parkway Pet Package.” 

WWDD (What Would Donna Do?) At the end of this month, Donna Lilly, the Director of Sales for Hampton Inn Jacksonville Beach - Ocean Front will be retiring. Donna will me missed by not only the property, but all of us here at NHG. Donna, thank you for an amazing 10 years of hospitality excellence. There will be plenty of farewell celebrating to come. We wish you all the best on your retirement!  

Shawn Wallick named Vice President of Business Development. Shawn has been with NHG for over 6 years, first as the General Manager in Savannah and most recently in Columbia. He has consistently produced outstanding results, from his leadership onsite, as a leader within our General Manager community and his work within the Diversity Committee. He and his family are happy to be moving to Virginia. Congrats, Shawn!

Meet James Landrum, Area Director of Sales & Marketing over Hyatt Place University / Blacksburg and Residence Inn University / Blacksburg whose fav color is navy blue, go to treat street tacos, oh, please no tofu! Binge Locke & Key, funniest moment at work sales blitzing with Mary – goodies, flyers and more when a thunderstorm tried to wash out their plans (see photo). His mantra, “The only person who can stop you from reaching your goals is you.” 3-year worker bee at NHG. #sweet

Whether a Hokie, adventurer, or business traveler, you want to 'bee' here! When the students clear out of Virginia Tech for the summer, there is still plenty to do in Blacksburg, Virginia for those that love adventures. The Hyatt Place Blacksburg gives you perfect access to it all: hiking trails, rivers for kayaking, vineyards for tasting wine, and restaurants to unleash your inner foodie. This pet-friendly, 123 room hotel also boasts a perfect event space to host corporate or personal events. The land of milk and honey!