Cayuga + Cornell

The Cornell University School of Hotel Administration and Cayuga Hospitality Consultants have a unique partnership, including exclusive benefits that Cayuga Consultants are able to provide to our clients that no other consulting organization can offer.

Cornell + Cayuga Collaboration


Since 1925, when the first class from The School of Hotel Administration went forth to serve the hospitality industries, the reputation of the school and its graduates has grown throughout the world. Graduates of the School hold preeminent roles in every facet of the hospitality, tourism and related industries and are found at the highest leadership levels within industry trade associations and hold positions as educators at some of the world’s finest hospitality schools.

Cayuga Hospitality Consultants counts more than half our members as graduates or faculty of The School. Benefits the Cornell + Cayuga Collaboration offers our members and clients, includes exclusive access to online learning programs, In addition, Cayuga Consultants brings to The School a pool of highly engaged and experienced professionals to further its goals and objectives. Our Members are called upon by The School to assist with mentorship and placement of students, assist on industry research projects, contribute to Cornell’s periodicals and reference materials, as guest speakers and panelists, and more.

Cayuga Hospitality Consultants is proud to have a collaborative alliance with The Cornell University School of Hotel Administration.

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Charles Oswald

ALIS 2024: Key Insights

By Charles Oswald
Mar 13, 2024

The Americas Lodging Investment Symposium has just concluded, and Aperture Hotels CEO Charles Oswald is back with key takeaways from this year’s…

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Walter O'Connell

To Save Lots of Money ($$$) in Federal & State Income Taxes You need an Appraisal/Valuation/Cost Segregation Team!

By Walter O'Connell
Mar 6, 2024

As Sophisticated Lodging Professionals, you know the Tax Savings strategy and benefits of a Quality Cost Segregation Study. You know, and understand,…

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Sean Skellie

Top 5 Hotel & Lodging Market Trend Predictions

By Sean Skellie
Feb 28, 2024

#1 Stability   Travel demand is likely to stabilize in 2024 benchmarking record occupancy and rate. Current trends indicate that the industry is…

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Stephanie Smith Connor Vanderholm

Cayuga Hospitality Consultants Panel: Evolving Technology and Revenue Strategy

By Stephanie Smith & Connor Vanderholm
Feb 20, 2024

During the Cayuga Hospitality Consultants Annual Conference 2023 in Dallas, a panel discussion was hosted around “Evolving Technology and Revenue Strategy”. Moderator: Stephanie Smith,…

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Susan Barry

Fireside Chat: Navigating the Hospitality Legal Landscape

By Susan Barry
Feb 7, 2024

Robin Zeidel spent four years in book publishing before following in her father’s footsteps by getting a law degree.  When a Wall…

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Jon Peck

A Tale of Two Panels: Insights from the Frontlines of Hotel Operations and Investments

By Jon Peck
Feb 1, 2024

In recent weeks, I had the unique opportunity to delve into current dynamics in the world of hotel operations and investments through…

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Mandy Murry

Retailing for Success in 2024: Beyond the Hotel Room to Increase Bottom Line with Retail

By Mandy Murry
Jan 24, 2024

RevPar is no longer only tied to room revenue at your property- it’s the total square footage. This is not groundbreaking news,…

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Debbie Miller

Navigating Hotel Social Media Trends in 2024

By Debbie Miller
Jan 17, 2024

In the fast-paced world of hospitality, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. As we step into 2024, the landscape…

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Eric Rubino

Deep Dive into Hotel Acquisitions: Understanding Industry-Specific Elements

By Eric Rubino
Jan 11, 2024

In the world of real estate, hotel acquisitions stand apart, blending the intricacies of property deals with the dynamics of the hospitality…

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Charis Atwood

Why a Model Room is Needed for Your Hotel Construction Project: Learnings from Chip & Joanna Gaines

By Charis Atwood
Dec 14, 2023

Having managed the model room process for hotel projects for over two decades, imagine my appreciation for a whole show dedicated to…

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Jim Lopolito

Hotel Case Study: Executive Search Turned Full Investment Analysis

By Jim Lopolito
Nov 15, 2023

Setting the Stage A 363 room hotel and conference center was purchased early in 2021, but one year later, there remained significant…

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Connor Vanderholm

The Dark Side of Revenue Management: Avoiding Ethical Pitfalls

By Connor Vanderholm
Nov 8, 2023

The Temptation of Hidden Fees Rate Manipulation Let’s face it; we’ve all been tempted to play with rates to boost revenue. It’s…

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Stewart Kiely

Successfully Combining Maintainability and Sustainability in Your Hotel

By Stewart Kiely
Nov 1, 2023

Juggling maintenance and sustainability in a property is a balancing act between deciding what level of maintenance we want to achieve and…

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Cory Falter Susan Barry

Video: Cracking the Hospitality Startup Code and Standout in a Crowded Market

By Cory Falter & Susan Barry
Oct 24, 2023

Navigating the intricacies of the hospitality industry can be daunting, especially for startups looking to make their mark. Hotel vendors and suppliers…

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Perry Smith

Why Professional Bartenders Still Matter

By Perry Smith
Oct 17, 2023

“A Professional Bartender is someone who can do his or her best work when he or she doesn’t feel like it.” —…

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Jon Peck

Hotel Development: Pencils Down

By Jon Peck
Oct 12, 2023

Hotel supply grew a meager 0.5% in 2022 and is forecasted to grow just 1% on average for the next three years,…

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Walter O'Connell

There is Money in those Greens – Cost Segregation Studies of Golf Courses, Golf Resorts and Golf Communities

By Walter O'Connell
Oct 4, 2023

As the saying goes, especially in this competitive market, ‘you need to make money and save money’ in order to survive! As a golf…

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Thomas Cleary

Control the Process to Get the Best Deal on Hotel Insurance

By Thomas Cleary
Sep 27, 2023

A common question for hotel and restaurant operators is: How do I get insurance that effectively covers my operation for the lowest…

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Cara Federici

Leveraging AI through Expert Partnerships

By Cara Federici
Sep 19, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving world of technology, there’s often a palpable fear of the unknown that can overshadow the excitement of human…

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Kevin Doyle

Building a Comprehensive Fraud Awareness Program: Five Essential Elements

By Kevin Doyle
Sep 12, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving and positive COVID business landscape, the specter of fraud, corporate malfeasance, and unethical behavior looms large. In response…

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Unlocking Excellence: The Power of Bespoke HR Solutions and Training Consultancies

By Cayuga Hospitality Consultants
Sep 6, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of the hospitality industry, the pursuit of excellence and innovation is not merely a goal, but an imperative….

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Susan Barry

Rethinking Holiday Posts: Are They Worth It?

By Susan Barry
Aug 31, 2023

As a B2B marketing consultant to hospitality companies, LinkedIn is one of my most important tools.  Companies can post content on the…

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Perry Smith Cory Falter

ChatGPT Hack for Hospitality: 5 Minute Video

By Perry Smith & Cory Falter
Aug 17, 2023

Two of our Cayuga Hospitality Consultants, Cory Falter and Perry Smith, got together to discuss the potential opportunities to leverage AI in…

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Cory Falter

Direct Group Business: The New Frontier for Hotel Sales Teams

By Cory Falter
Aug 8, 2023

As the business world continues to evolve, hotel sales teams are presented with an opportunity to capture direct group business. From understanding…

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Dan Voellm

The Annual Asia Pacific Hotel Operator Guide (HOG) Tenth Edition!

By Dan Voellm
Aug 3, 2023

This guide is the most established publication in the industry in Asia Pacific to guide investors and owners in understanding the scale,…

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Charles Oswald

Creating a Great Hotel Culture: Lessons from the Russia-Ukraine Conflict

By Charles Oswald
Jul 27, 2023

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine is a tragic reminder of how quickly things can spiral out of control when leaders…

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Residential Concierges: An Overlooked Hospitality Niche

By Cayuga Hospitality Consultants
Jul 12, 2023

The Challenge of Residential Concierge Services in Luxury Multi-Unit Buildings Living in a luxury multi-unit building has its perks: some are more…

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Alan Someck Shirley Whelan Jim Lopolito Joseph Cozza Peter Van Allen

The Dining Experience of the Future

By Alan Someck, Shirley Whelan, Jim Lopolito, Joseph Cozza & Peter Van Allen
Jul 6, 2023

Restaurant Industry Challenges and Opportunities The future of the restaurant industry has so many compelling challenges and opportunities facing it.   Our team…

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Chuck Kelley

Case Study: Operations Assessment & Financial Analysis

By Chuck Kelley
May 29, 2023

Challenge: Newly Acquired Hotels A private equity firm had recently acquired a hotel management company and three hotels in El Paso – Holiday…

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Joseph Cozza

Joseph Cozza Appointed Partner at Cayuga Hospitality Consultants

By Joseph Cozza
May 24, 2023

SARASOTA, FLA. MAY 20, 2023  Cayuga Hospitality Consultants is excited to announce that Joseph Cozza, based in Farmingdale, NJ, has joined the team…

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