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Thank You to Our Hotels for Waiving Pet Fees for Hurricane Milton Evacuees
Thank You to Our Hotels for Waiving Pet Fees for Hurricane Milton Evacuees GMBHA worked with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation and with our member hotels on an initiative to waive pet fees and restrictions for evacuees during Hurricane Milton. Thirty four (34) of our members opted in to participate in this…
Read MoreMiami-Dade County Commission to vote on grant for convention center hotel
At their October 16th meeting the Miami-Dade County Commission will consider an item related to the development of the Miami Beach convention center hotel project. The resolution would provide $75M of grant funding through the Miami Beach Redevelopment Agency. County Commission MeetingWednesday, October 16th at 9:30amStephen P. Clark Government Center (111 NW 1 St)GMBHA and…
Read MoreHurricane Milton Resource Center
Executive Orders / States of Emergency Governor DeSantis issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency in 51 counties, including Miami-Dade. Click here for additional updates from the Governor. The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has activated the State Emergency Operations Center to Level 1 since Tuesday, September 24, for Hurricane Helene, and will remain at a…
Read MoreAmendment 3 Information
In the November 5th election, Florida ballots will include a constitutional amendment that would allow adults 21 years or older to possess, purchase, or use marijuana products and accessories for non-medical use. This amendment must secure 60% of the vote to pass. If passed, the amendment would become effective six months later. The Florida legislature…
Read MoreCelebrating our Hotels: A Night to Remember at EAST, Miami
Celebrating Our Hotels: A Night to Remember at EAST, Miami On August 20th, 2024, the Greater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA) hosted the 6th Annual Celebrating Our Hotels Presentation & Reception at the beautiful EAST, Miami. With a stunning view of the city as our backdrop, the event brought together hotel members, allied…
Read MoreGreater Miami & The Beaches Hotel Association appoints Amir Blattner, General Manager at Hyatt Regency Miami, to Chairman of the Board
Miami, FL (June 11, 2024) – Mr. Blattner is a thirty year hotel veteran with a proven track record that produces brand experiences and stakeholder value for the hotel industry. In his current role as general manager, Mr. Blattner is responsible for leading all aspects of the Hyatt Regency Miami. Amir embarked on his hospitality…
Read MoreThe Greater Miami & the Beaches Hotel Association Recognizes Hospitality Managers and Supervisors during its 11th Annual Hospitality Leadership Awards
The Greater Miami & the Beaches Hotel Association Recognizes Hospitality Managers and Supervisors during its 11th Annual Hospitality Leadership Awards Carrie Zawadzkas, Mondrian South Beach and Omar Quinonez, SLS Brickell won Outstanding Manager of the Year Miami, FL (November 21, 2023) – The Greater Miami & the Beaches Hotel Association (GMBHA), a membership organization…
Read MoreAugust E-Newsletter
GMBHA August 2023 E-Newsletter Dear GMBHA Members & Partners, We hosted 2 wonderful summer events with a fabulous turn-out …. Our 5th Annual “Celebrating Our Hotels” at EAST, Miami. A very special thanks to our sponsor, David Whitaker President & CEO GMCVB and his fabulous team. We appreciate our hoteliers’ presentations. Thank you to our…
Read MoreGMBHA Celebrating our Hotels Presentation & Reception Recap
Dear GMBHA Members and Partners, We hosted our 5th Annual “Celebrating our Hotels” Presentation & Reception at the beautiful EAST, Miami on Tuesday, June 27th. What a magnificent view with 140 in attendance in The Crush ballroom on the 39th floor! Special thanks to our EAST, Miami team Andres Garcia, General Manager; Brad Sundock, Strategic Director…
Read MoreMember News: University of Florida Selects VISAL Robotics
Miami, Florida: VISAL Robotics, the hospitality robot superstore, was selected by University of Florida (UF) as the Official Autonomous Cleaning Robot Supplier for the next 4 years, covering all departments including the Campus, Hospital, Stadiums, and other facilities. The University of Florida is one of the Top 5 Universities as ranked by US News and…
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