AI is rapidly transforming how businesses operate—but how should hospitality leaders approach AI adoption in their enterprise? At CIO Summit EMEA (April 24-25, Barcelona), Sponsored by Fourteen IP and presented by True North Advisory’s Michael Tessler, this keynote will explore: - How enterprises are integrating #AI today—what’s working, what’s not - Techniques and best practices for successful AI adoption - Real-world use cases and lessons learned from industry leaders Join us in Barcelona to be part of this essential discussion. Who from your team should be in the room? Let’s get them there: https://bit.ly/4f3NgSS Contact Carson Booth for registration information!
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®)
Hospitality
Austin, Texas 19,463 followers
A global community of finance and technology professionals powering a thriving hospitality industry.
About us
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®), established in 1952, is a nonprofit hospitality association headquartered in Austin, Texas USA with offices in the United Kingdom, Netherlands and Dubai. HFTP is recognized as the spokesgroup for the finance and technology segments of the hospitality industry with an international network of members and stakeholders. HFTP uniquely understands the industry's pressing issues and assists its stakeholders in finding solutions to their challenges more efficiently than any organization. HFTP offers expert networks, educational resources, career development programs, research, leadership opportunities and industry networking events.
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http://www.hftp.org
External link for Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®)
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Austin, Texas
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1952
- Specialties
- Hospitality Technology, International Conferences, Hospitality Resources, Hotel Finance, Hotel Technology, Club Finance, Club Technology, Hospitality Training, Hospitality Technology, Hospitality Best Practices, Pineapplesearch.com, CHAE, CHTP, HITEC, GHACP, and Certification
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7301 Ranch Road 620 N
Ste 155-193
Austin, Texas 78726, US
Employees at Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®)
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James Lee
Agile professional accountant in business (PAIB) leading and transforming the profession and the industry
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Timo E. Kettern
Hospitality Technology Professional
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Fergus Boyd
CIO100*3. NED, CTO, trustee, investor, mentor, awards judge. Digital entrepreneur. Trustee Ri, Fellow Linnean Society & HOSPA. Ex BA.com, Virgin…
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Carson Booth
C-Suite / Board Member - Hospitality, Technology
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EVS is starting off strong with today’s Investment sessions at the The Seelbach Hilton Louisville! Philip Rothaus, Alvarez & Marsal, dives deep into the future of travel technology and investment and Jonathan Weibrecht, AGC Partners, discusses how AI is transforming the industry. More great sessions ahead! David Chestler, ProVision Partners #EVS2025 #Louisville #Seelbach #HotelTechnology #Hospitality Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®), Frank Wolfe CAE
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Thank you to all the club professionals, sponsors, exhibitors, and speakers who joined us in Myrtle Beach for #ClubSummit2025! Your energy, insights, and contributions made this year’s event truly memorable. We know that the knowledge and connections that are gained from this event will continue to inspire growth and innovation in club operations. See some highlights from an incredible few days on the coast! #HFTP #ClubLeadership #ClubProfessionals AllianceHCM | Club Data Services, LLC | Cobalt Software | Northstar Technologies, Inc. | Justin Taillon, Stephanie Anderson, CPA, CHAE, Linnet Baskett, Frank Wolfe CAE
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#EVS2025 is in full swing, and we're looking forward to an incredible week ahead for the 20th anniversary in Louisville!
Kicking off the 20th Executive Vendor Summit with industry friends, drinks, and even some laughs at the Sports & Social Club in Louisville - a great event is ahead! #EVS2025 #Louisville #Hospitality #HotelTechnology Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®)
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As clubs become more digitally connected, how we manage and protect data matters more than ever. Proud to support this important conversation on Corporate Digital Responsibility, in partnership with Hospitality Analytics and Innovation Lab (HAI-Lab). Learn more about the initiative and upcoming Task Force: https://lnkd.in/gjXV2E7V
Associate Professor and Director of HAI-Lab at Hilton College / Director of Research at ICHRIE / "디지털로 생각하라" 저자 / AE for IJCHM, JHTT, & JST / CE for IJHM / EAB for TE, JHMM, and others
Time for Clubs: Corporate Digital Responsibility and HFTP Task Force Hospitality Analytics and Innovation Lab (HAI-Lab) is very proud to announce another great and innovative movement of Corporate Digital Responsibility and Digital Code of Conduct and Best Practices for Clubs with Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®). From members, a club gathers and stores data on guests’ spending and purchase preferences. From the back-of-the-house, a club has systems in scheduling, payroll, reservation, energy management, etc., collecting data points from both members and employees. In the digital age, it is now time for us to think about how Clubs manage and use digital data and technologies for club members in a responsible and sustainable manner. You can find more details about this interesting and essential club industry-focused initiative here Clubs Online March Issue "Corporate Digital Responsibility Code for Clubs: Non-negotiable in the Digital Age" co-authored by Agnes DeFranco and Minwoo Lee: https://lnkd.in/gjXV2E7V To discuss CDR for Clubs, we will have an inaugural Task Force Team Meeting at HFTP's Club Summit 2025 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina on March 25, 2025. The group of club executives, chaired by Samantha Sheffield, CHAE, CFO and Assistant General Manager of Bay Colony Golf Club as well as the 2024 CHAE of the Year, will identify a broad list of items to include and then turn this list over to industry professionals to rank the items by importance. Items on the list could include standards for member or employee data collection and retention policies, financial data retention policies, transparency, and so much more. A full list of Task Force Team members for Club CDR is as follows: Samantha Sheffield (Chair; Bay Colony Golf Club) Eileen Sarris (The Field Club) Jeffrie W. Hunter, PGA, CMAA (Yellowstone Country Club) Joel Brand (Boyd, Shackleford, Barnett & Dixon) Logan Quataert, CHAE (Amelia Island Club) Ned McCrory, CPA (PKF O'Connor Davies) Robin Moore (The Country Club of New Canaan) Sarah Ford, CHAE (The Army and Navy Club) Syma Molla-Ahmad (RSM US LLP) Alex Withers (Northstar Technologies, Inc.) Agnes DeFranco (Conrad N. Hilton College, University of Houston) Minwoo Lee (Conrad N. Hilton College, University of Houston) Egor Cherenkov (HAI-Lab Liason and Research Associate; Conrad N. Hilton College, University of Houston) We are so excited to have this transformational and industry-initiated movement led by HFTP and Hilton College's HAI-Lab. We truly appreciate Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®), Frank Wolfe CAE, Thomas Atzenhofer, and their team for continued support and trust on this critical project. If you have any questions or inquiries, please contact Dr. Minwoo Lee, Associate Professor and Director of HAI-Lab at Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership, University of Houston, at [email protected].
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March is all about making big plays, so why not make one for your career before the month is over? Great communication isn’t just a soft skill—it’s a game-changer in hospitality. Whether you're presenting financial insights, leading a team, or working cross-functionally, how you say something matters just as much as what you say. Learn why clear, effective communication is key to success in hospitality in our latest blog, Make Every Word Count: https://bit.ly/4l0U7jQ Want to take it a step further? Our 21st Century Skills Series course, Communication, is designed to help you refine your message, build confidence, and lead with impact. Great leaders don’t sit on the sidelines and leave their growth to chance. Are you ready to invest in yours? Explore the Course: https://bit.ly/3FjUQfD #HFTPAcademy #CommunicationSkills #Leadership #ProfessionalGrowth
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"Winning E20X wasn’t just an award—it was a turning point." – Susan Springsteen, 2024 People's Choice Award Winner E20X at HITEC is more than a competition—it’s a launchpad for visionaries, disruptors, and changemakers in hospitality technology. Just ask Susan Springsteen, whose company H20 Connected is revolutionizing water management. Your opportunity is now. The deadline to apply is TOMORROW, March 22—don’t miss your chance to take the stage at HITEC. 🔗 Read Susan’s story: https://lnkd.in/gstM6csV 📍 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/epVSm_JA
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Big opportunities don’t come around often—but when they do, you go all in. E20X at HITEC has been a game-changer for hospitality tech startups for the past 10 years. It’s not just a pitch competition—it’s a launchpad for bold ideas, industry recognition, and life-changing opportunities. And now, you’ve got one more shot. The deadline to apply has been extended to March 22. 💡 If you’ve been waiting for a sign—this is it. Apply now: https://bit.ly/429PD2N
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Big changes are coming to hospitality finance. The 12th Edition of #USALI brings key updates that hotel finance executives need to prepare for in 2025. Robert Mandelbaum breaks down six major changes and their impact on financial reporting.
👉 Six USALI Changes Hotel Finance Executives Need to be Aware of in 2025 – Preparing for the 12th Edition’s impact on financial reporting by Robert Mandelbaum. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/g2kUFUxY. #Visioning2025 #HospitalityTrends #HotelIndustry #HospitalityFinance #USALI #FinancialReporting #AssetManagement
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The world of hospitality technology is evolving at lightning speed, and staying ahead means being in the right conversations. That’s exactly what we’re creating at CIO Summit EMEA in Barcelona on April 24-25. From the rise of AI to the changing workplace landscape, we’re diving into the issues that matter most with leaders who are shaping the industry’s future. Who from your team should be in the room? Register your interest or connect with Carson Booth today: https://bit.ly/4fTri5k #HFTP #CIOSummitEMEA #Hospitality #Leadership
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