Leadership, one day at a time Nov 23, 2008
Its brands include Radisson hotels and the 's restaurant chain. Carlson is the author of a new book, "How We Lead Matters: Reflections on a Life of Leadership.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
High-rise proposal near Petco goes bust Oct 18, 2008
The company, which previously developed Radisson hotels in San Diego and National City, worked for months with a handful of lenders in hopes of securing a bridge loan that would pay off SDG-Left Field and other loan holders. The bankruptcy has been messy, particularly in the past two weeks. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Business)
Carlson Hotels Worldwide Partners With Local Community Groups to Encourage Academics, Activity Oct 14, 2008
"We wanted to provide a multi-purpose tote bag with some fun items that can help encourage children involved in community groups to stay active in school and in extra-curricular activities," said Baron Carr, vice president of Brand Marketing for Carlson Hotels Worldwide, who donated the bags on behalf of their Radisson Hotels ts and Country Inns s By Carlson brands. James Walker, Behavior Intervention Specialist at Dayton's Bluff Elementary School in St. Paul, helped organize the donation at the... (PR Newswire)
Millionaires Trade in Hawaii for Mexico, Vacation Mansions for Timeshares Oct 7, 2008
The pace of booking for fall and winter vacations has plunged 50 percent this year for Carlson Hotels Worldwide's Regent and Radisson hotels in Florida and the Caribbean, Americas president said in an Oct. 1 interview. That's a signal we're probably going to have reduced demand,'' Kirwin said. (Bloomberg -- Latin America)
When The Going Gets Tough. . . Oct 7, 2008
The pace of booking for fall and winter vacations has plunged 50 percent this year for Carlson Hotels Worldwide's Regent and Radisson hotels in Florida and the Caribbean, according to Americas president Paul Kirwin. lect. (New York Post -- Business)
Get More Mileage out of the Summer With Park Inn Gas Up & Getaway Jun 26, 2008
Park Inn is part of Carlson Hotels Worldwide which also includes the brands of Regent Hotels ts; Radisson Hotels ts; Park Plaza Hotels ts and Country Inns s By Carlson. Carlson Hotels Worldwide currently operates more than 985 hotels in 72 countries. (Canada Newswire)
Carlson Hotels Worldwide Adds 11 Properties to Its Global Portfolio in April and May Jun 24, 2008
All rooms offer complimentary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access, a 32" flat screen TV, microwave and refrigerator. -- The 100-room Country Inn s By Carlson in Manchester Airport, N.H. owned by Vista Heights Properties, LLC -- The 70-room Country Inn s By Carlson in Petersburg, Va., owned by Vraj Enterprise LLC. -- The 57- room Country Inn s By Carlson in Ithaca, N.Y., owned by Garuda Hotels, Inc. -- The 60-room Country Inn s By Carlson in Tallahassee, Fla., owned by Avanti... (PR Newswire)
Carlson Hotels expanding in Canada Jun 12, 2008
Its brands include Regent Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotels & Resorts, Park Plaza Hotel & Resorts, Country Inn & Suites By Carlson and Park Inn. cwyant@bizjournals. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Carlson Hotels Worldwide Makes the Earning Easy May 20, 2008
MINNEAPOLIS, May 20 /CNW/ -- Carlson Hotels Worldwide today announced its 'points to go' promotion (Canada Newswire)
People In Business Apr 20, 2008
Honors and Awards: The Radisson Hotel Racine Harbourwalk was selected as one of Radisson Hotels and Resorts top-performing hotels and resorts for its prestigious annual President s Award, based on performance in 2007. The hotel was one of the best properties from among more than 204 Radisson hotels in The Americas, Asia Pacific and a portion of the United Kingdom. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
DETAILS: Obama Has Financial Edge For Primary Endgame... Mar 23, 2008
In January, the campaign spent $38,000 at relatively plush Radisson Hotels, but only $11,000 at them in February. Spending at Holiday Inns rose to $61,000 in February from $21,000 in January. (The Drudge Report)
Get Away With the Family Without Breaking Your Budget Mar 18, 2008
With more than 965 locations in 70 countries, including Radisson Hotels ts and Country Inns s, Carlson Hotels Worldwide is a leading authority in leisure and business travel. SOURCE: Carlson Hotels Worldwide. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Carlson Reports Record Sales of $39.8 Billion For 2007 Feb 29, 2008
Carlson's hotel brands are: Regent Hotels ts(R), Radisson Hotels ts(R), Park Plaza Hotels ts, Country Inns s By Carlson, and Park Inn(R) hotels ... The Carlson family of brands and services includes: Regent Hotels ts(R), Radisson Hotels ts(R), Park Plaza Hotels ts, Country Inn s By Carlson, Park Inn(R) hotels, T.G.I. Friday's(R) and Pick Up Stix(R) restaurants, Carlson Wagonlit Travel(R), Carlson Marketing, and Peppers s Group(R). (PR Newswire)
Guest-Tek completes 100th installation as preferred HSIA vendor to White Lodging Services Feb 22, 2008
" With over 20 years of expertise and future development projects of $1.5 billion over the next three to five years, White Lodging Services continues to break ground as one of the fastest growing independent hospitality development and management companies in the United States. Their management portfolio of 124 hotels in seventeen states encompasses representation of the following leading brands: Marriott; Residence Inn by Marriott; Courtyard by Marriott; Fairfield Inn s by Marriott; SpringHill... (PR Newswire)
There's No Place Like (Close To) Home ... Adventures Await In Your Own Backyard Feb 19, 2008
Hotel brands like Radisson Hotels ts partner with websites like to note a city's best sights, restaurants, clubs and shops. Cash in your points. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Aggressive investment drive by State tourism Feb 13, 2008
Among the leading international groups taking part in the meet are Six Senses, John Keels, Jaybee Group, Apras, Pearl Dubai, Emar MGF, Emirates Airlines Deloitte Touche Tohmastu, Ramee Hotels and Radisson Hotels. The Indian companies include Sobha Developers, DLF, Brigade Group, Puravankara, Mantri, Skyline Project, Confident Group and South City. (Hindu)
Casting a spell over students Feb 1, 2008
She added corporate sponsors for the spelling bee included Radisson Hotels and the Bank of Canton, along with two anonymous donors. Agnitti said school children in grades 3-12 are given spelling tests to qualify for the bee. (Canton Journal, MA)
New Value Place Hotel Franchise Chief Development Officer Ready to Further Expand Extended Stay Concept Jan 23, 2008
His diverse background includes serving as vice president of business development with Regis Corporation, vice president of international operations for Sylvan Learning Systems and vice president of business development for Carlson Companies, Inc., franchisor of Radisson Hotels, Country Inns and Suites, Regent Hotels and TGI Friday's. He most recently served four years with Austin, Texas-based Sport Clips, Inc. in various senior management capacities, including chief operating officer. (PR Newswire)
For first time, Carlson goes outside family for CEO Jan 9, 2008
1 billionEmployees: 190,000Travel: Carlson Wagonlit Travel; Carlson Leisure GroupHotels: Regent Hotels; Radisson Hotels; Park Plaza; Country Inns; Park InnRestaurants: TGI Friday's; Pick Up StixCruises: Regent Seven SeasMarketing: Carlson Marketing. Source: Carlson. (USA Today -- Money)
What's In It For You? - How to Choose a Hotel Rewards Program That Really Delivers Jan 1, 2008
"Our customers really dictated to us how the program should be structured," said Fredrik Korallus, executive vice president of Revenue Generation for Carlson Hotels Worldwide, operator of global hotel brands including Regent Hotels ts, Radisson Hotels ts, Park Plaza Hotels ts, Country Inns s By Carlson and Park Inn. Carlson's brand-wide goldpoints plusSM rewards program recently underwent some significant enhancements, bringing added value to the customer in the form of offering 50-100 percent... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Concierges go extra mile in Internet age Oct 2, 2007
About one-fifth of the 200-plus Radisson hotels in North and South America have concierges. Carlson partnered with travel advice provider , and began posting on its hotels' websites five years ago the best local restaurants and attractions. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Concierges have their hands full trying to impress Net set Oct 2, 2007
About one-fifth of the 200-plus Radisson hotels in North and South America have concierges. Carlson partnered with travel advice provider 10Best. (USA Today -- Money)
Carlson Recognized as One of the 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers Sep 25, 2007
The Carlson family of brands and services include: Regent Hotels ts(R), Radisson Hotels ts(R), Park Plaza(R) Hotels ts, Country Inn s By CarlsonSM, Park Inn(R) hotels, Regent Seven Seas Cruises(R), T.G.I. Friday's(R) and Pick Up Stix(R) restaurants, Carlson Wagonlit Travel(R), Cruise HolidaysSM, All Aboard Travel, Cruise Specialists, Fly4Less. com, Cruise Deals. (PR Newswire)
Achievements for Sept. 9, 2007 Sep 12, 2007
The Carlson Wagonlit Travel Associate network is part of the Carlson family of businesses, a global leader in the travel and hospitality industry that includes Regent International Hotels, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Radisson Hotels ts, T.G.I. Friday's and more. In 2007, for the eleventh consecutive year, a Carlson Travel Franchise Group brand was named the top travel business franchise by Entrepreneur's Franchise 500. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Fund placed bad bets on mortgage companies Aug 31, 2007
He bought shares of Boykin Lodging, a real estate investment trust that runs Marriott, Hilton and Radisson hotels, after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks curbed travel. The company's stock rose 65 percent in the next four years, twice the pace of the Standard & Poor's 500-stock index. (International Herald Tribune -- Business Asia)
$534 round trip to London Aug 24, 2007
Nightly room rates at some of London's finest four- and five-star Radisson Hotels start from just 99 (under $200) per room, per night, including a full English breakfast and the hefty 17. 5 percent VAT tax on the "Let Loose in London" package. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Rezidor: Financial Report 1st January to 30th June 2007 Jul 27, 2007
- As part of the expansion plans for South Africa, two contracts were signed for Radisson hotels in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg, both to be opened in 2008. - Park Inn is mounting its market presence in the United Kingdom; during the quarter, 5 additional contracts were signed, comprising of 752 rooms. (BusinessWire)
COURT NOTES 6/20/2007 Jun 21, 2007
Mary Ann and John Gaydos, RR 2 Box 1851, Mehoopany, v. The City of Scranton, 340 N. Washington Ave., Radisson Hotels International Inc., 700 Lackawanna Ave.; seeking in excess of the jurisdictional requirements for mandatory arbitration for negligence; Karl J. Kwak, attorney. ESTATES FILED. (Scranton Times, PA)
Upscale resort earns coveted hotel awards Jun 15, 2007
Now the community is looking at ventures with Carlson hotels, the parent company of Radisson hotels. "They're looking at partnering with us on couple other properties which is great," said Sean Shannon, a regional vice president of Carlson. (AZCentral -- Business)
MEC's Cipolla Shifts to MediaCom May 18, 2007
Among her previous clients: CVS, Fleet Financial Group, Radisson Hotels, Raytheon and TJX.. Cipolla said, "After five years dedicated to business development, I am looking forward to a fresh challenge, and MediaCom fully embodies that challenge. I am very excited to join Dene and her strong team, as we work together to move MediaCom into its next exciting chapter.". (AdWeek)
JDA inks deal with Carlson Hotels Apr 18, 2007
Carlson operates in 71 countries under the brands Regent Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotels & Resorts, Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Country Inns & Suites and Park Inn. Extra. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Disney show gets animated Apr 10, 2007
Radisson Hotels & Resorts last week launched an online boutique that allows customers to buy items that are part of the hotel chain's furnishings and products. The chain, a division of Carlson Hotels Worldwide, is selling high-quality linens, bath products and even beds. (Orlando Sentinel)
Register now Mar 8, 2007
Make your picks and compete for prizes, including a seven-night stay at any Radisson Hotels ts and Country Inns s By Carlson in the U.S. or Canada and up to $1,000 in cash. Free to play. (USA Today -- Sports)
Brooklyn Center mulls full-service Radisson Feb 4, 2007
The Radisson Hotels & Resorts brand is owned by Plymouth-based Carlson Cos. Inc.. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Pershing Square Capital Management Comments on Ceridian's Response to Its Nomination of an Alternative Slate of Directors Jan 25, 2007
In addition, Dr. Einsmann serves as a director of Carlson Group (which includes, among other companies, Radisson Hotels, Radisson Seven Seas Cruise Ships and Thank God Its Friday Restaurants) and Checkpoint Systems Incorporated (NYSE: ) (where Dr. Einsmann also serves as a member of its Remuneration and Nomination Committees) in the United States, Tesco PLC (LON: TSCO) (one of UK's most important and most successful retailers) in the United Kingdom, Rezidor AB (hotel company) in Scandinavia, and... (PR Newswire)
Carlson added 78 hotels in '06, plans accelerated growth in '07 Jan 23, 2007
Its brands include Regent Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotels & Resorts, Park Plaza Hotels & Resorts, Country Inns & Suites By Carlson and Park Inn. In November, Carlson Hotels Worldwide increased its ownership of Rezidor Hotel Group as Rezidor became a publicly traded company. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Chandler hotel raises Radisson flag following $4 million renovation Jan 16, 2007
"Bringing the Phoenix-Chandler property under the Radisson brand greatly enhances our presence in the market and improves our ability to connect with guests that appreciate the advantages Radisson hotels can offer," said Bjorn Gullaksen, executive vice president of Carlson Hotels Worldwide Managed Hotels & Resorts, in a statement. The property's current management team, headed by General Manager Fred Pratt, will remain in place. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Carlson Hotels Worldwide Jan 16, 2007
Chandler hotel raises Radisson flag following $4 million renovation - The Business Journal of Phoenix. Members: Not Registered. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
2006 Year in Review Jan 3, 2007
Radisson Hotels and Resorts canceled its franchise with the after hotel officials declined to meet a requirement for new beds at a cost of $600,000. Wichita city council members rejected a plan to tear down the Wichita Boathouse to make room for a corporate headquarters building and said the boathouse will remain in place as the WaterWalk development grows around it. (Wichita Business Journal, KS)
