June 2010
Featured Stories
Fill Out the 2010 HFTP Compensation & Benefits Survey Today
Deadline Extended to June 11
Your participation in the biennial HFTP Compensation and Benefits Survey is crucial in order to gather accurate data which can be segmented by industry, geographic region and property size. The greater the response, the better the HFTP Research Institute can fit the data for your needs. More...
Florida Gold Coast Chapter Raises Over $20,000 for American Cancer Society's Relay for Life
Events Dedicated in Honor of Steve Doherty, CHAE, CHTP
The HFTP Florida Gold Coast Chapter raised over $20,000 for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in its first year with the event. The Jewell’s Treasure Team, headed by Chapter President Alex Jewell, raised over $11,000 during Relay for Life on May 1-2, and then raised an additional $9,000 during a charity dinner on May 15. More...
Webinar: Hospitality Distribution
Wednesday, June 9 * 2 p.m. Eastern
Presented by Tim Unwin and Michael McCartan of Pegasus Solutions

As we approach HITEC 2010, join us in this session to learn more about the continuously evolving trends in hospitality distribution. More...
HITEC
Nick Price to be Inducted into HFTP International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame

Tuesday, June 22 * 8:30 a.m.
When Nick Price, global CIO/CTO of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, joined the hospitality technology industry in 2000, he recognized the need for vendor partnerships to be developed in order to address industry needs for well-designed, interoperable, customer-centric systems. For his innovative approach to hotel technology and his influence in bringing hospitality technology vendors together, Nick Price will be inducted into HFTP's International Hospitality Technology Hall of Fame. More...

See What's New at HITEC 2010
At HITEC 2010 you can expect new tools to help you make the most of your experience, an overhaul in the education program and the newest exhibit features. Like:
* HITEC iPhone App
* Super Sessions
* White Papers
* Technology Showcases
* GUESTROOM 20X
* Recharge Zones
* New Product Showcase
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Education Conferences
Special Benefits Offered to Club and Hotel Controllers Conference Attendees
June 22-23 * Co-located with HITEC 2010
Join hospitality controllers and industry experts for two full days of education designed to help you stay updated on current industry challenges. Topics include customer service, ethics, tax issues, IFRS conversion and more. Along with general sessions and education tracks specific for clubs and hotels, the conference has added benefits. More...
HFTP 2010 Annual Convention & Tradeshow Education Schedule Available Online
October 11-14 * Hilton San Diego Bayfront * San Diego, Calif.
Covering the full spectrum of a complex work environment, HFTP has announced the education program for the 2010 HFTP Annual Convention & Tradeshow. The convention offers attendees a way to find cost-effective solutions to their current work challenges, stay informed on the hottest hospitality industry topics, expand their network, increase their professional value and become empowered. More...
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Membership
The Second Annual Houston Regional Conference Offered Education and Entertainment
The HFTP Greater Houston Chapter recently hosted the Second Annual Houston Regional Educational Conference at the University of Houston Conrad Hilton College. On May 21 – 22, members from all over the south gathered to expand their finance and technology skills. Speakers included: HFTP Global President Terry Price, Houston Mayor Annise Parker, Ron Luster, Arlene Ramirez, Lyle Worthington, Ken Smith, Mark Lipsitt, HFTP Global Board Director Daniel Conti and USAF Colonel Philip Bossert. More...
Ontario Chapter Conference Helped Raise Money for Scholarships
Forty-five professionals gathered at the 2010 HFTP Ontario Canada Chapter Regional Conference on May 19 at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel. All of the proceeds from the Ontario Regional Conference fund the HFTP Ontario Chapter’s ongoing University Scholarship Program, which contributed $7,000 in scholarships to eight students at three Ontario Universities this past year.
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Sponsor Focus
Elfiq Helps Build Smarter Networks
Visit Elfiq at HITEC Booth #201
Elfiq Networks enables organizations to ensure business continuity and improve network performance through innovative link balancing technologies. In the hospitality sector, Elfiq received the prestigious FAVE award at HITEC 2008, is a member of HTNG and a business partner of key industry vendors such as Nomadix and SolutionInc. More...
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