As the affluence of Gen Z continues to grow, so does its impact on the luxury sector, prompting hospitality, travel, and retail industries to proactively adopt innovative strategies to meet this demographic’s specific needs and desires. From energy-efficient lighting and water-saving fixtures to the integration of renewable sources, luxury hotels worldwide are now aligning with Read more…
Retail’s Resilience: A Year of Defied Expectations
With the holidays upon us, the world’s attention turns to the retail industry, which is defying expectations. Both domestically and internationally, the retail industry is demonstrating a resilience and transformation that proves people continue to want in-person commercial experiences. Evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements have both led to e-commerce emerging as the industry’s dominant force, Read more…
Client Guest Post: Training in ESG Standards is Key to Industry Progress as We Strive to Meet Net-Zero Targets
By Chris Dietz, President of Global Operations, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World Environmental issues present some of the greatest challenges for international communities. From global warming, deforestation and water scarcity, the scale of the impact is undeniable. Under the 2015 Paris Agreement, 197 countries agreed to try to limit global temperature rises to 1.5C Read more…
Consumer Trends Drive Food & Beverage Industries to Evolve – Here’s What to Expect in 2023
In the past few years, the restaurant industry has encountered its fair share of obstacles. Owners used these challenges as an opportunity to innovate for new regulations and meet consumer trends. Restaurants created intimately designed outdoor spaces, offered to-go cocktails, crafted at-home cooking experiences, and introduced QR-code menus. As social distancing has subsided, there have Read more…
Consumers Yearn for Memorable Experiences in a New Chapter of Retail
For many around the world, we are entering a time filled with holidays and cultural celebrations that involve the exchanging of gifts between friends and loved ones. Prior to the pandemic, this has made the Fall season a benchmark for identifying and analyzing retail trends, from what consumers are purchasing to the price they’re willing to Read more…
NYC Metro’s Life Sciences Industry a National Leader
Life sciences play a particularly critical role in the post-pandemic landscape, with industry professionals and experts working tirelessly to keep us and our environment healthy and ensure that we are protected against future threats. The life sciences industry is responsible for heralding some of today’s most innovative infrastructure improvements, many of which move on to Read more…
Hospitality’s Resurgence Rooted in Wellness
The global pandemic shifted our attention toward the importance of mental and physical health. In late 2020, Cleveland Clinic observed that two-thirds of the population made a positive lifestyle change, such as healthier eating habits or more frequent exercise. Two years later, consumers continue to prioritize their health, and the most innovative hotels bring an Read more…
How Images Can Affect Impact
If Arthur Brisbane (1864-1936) was alive today, he would have been very high on the list of Relevance International’s key contacts. In addition to being one of the most respected newspaper editors of his time, native New Yorker Brisbane was a successful real estate developer and public relations advisor to Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and Read more…
Live Well, Play Well, Work Well
The attention on the condition of our living and working environment is at its highest point. With an increasing number of people putting emphasis on their physical and mental wellness, there’s no avoiding that companies across all industries are more committed to making strides towards a healthier future. The real estate and hospitality industries are Read more…
Luxury Hotels – Innovating with New Technology
Although incorporating technology in hotels isn’t a novel concept in the world of hospitality, there are a number of upscale hotel chains and properties worldwide who are continuing to raise the bar onsite with high tech features. Whether for seamless connectivity, increased security, onsite amenities, environmental sustainability, or added convenience, luxury hotels are at the Read more…
