In the latest episode of The Modern Hotelier, Walt Sheffler, President of Avendra International – North America, joins podcast hosts Steve Carran and David Millili at The Hospitality Show to... read more →
Aramark is making significant strides in the hospitality industry with innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) powered applications to enhance the guest experience, empower its operators, and further drive client... read more →
We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey— As we continue to expand our global reach, Avendra will now be known as Avendra International. Global... read more →
Published in CEO Magazine, August 5, 2024. “... supply chain management leader Avendra has helped the company reduce operational costs at dozens of its properties." Sonesta International Hotels CEO... read more →
By: Eleanor Waddell, Vice President Strategic Growth and Business Development, Avendra. Published in the ILHA Q2 Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. Weather. Illness. Global unrest. Labor strikes. They all have... read more →
The hotel industry is constantly evolving, and keeping up with the latest trends is crucial for attracting and engaging guests. Today's travelers are seeking more than just a place... read more →
Published on Hotel Investment Today, June 27, 2024. Walt Sheffler, president of Avendra, joined Hotel Investment Today for a video interview highlighting the distinct advantages that hoteliers and hospitality property... read more →
Published in CPOstrategy Magazine June 2024 issue. Walt Sheffler, President at Avendra, discusses the role operating with transparency has in achieving sustainable supply chain efficiency and reveals why its... read more →
What’s heating up your menus this summer? Many are taking advantage of consumers’ expectations of seasonal flavors and limited-time offers (LTOs) from restaurants. A Datassential survey in March 2024,... read more →
Spicy foods are popular, and their power to draw in new customers and generate positive word of mouth for your restaurant has... read more →
Get the inside scoop on the major challenges/opportunities facing global supply chains this year and the future-forward strategies designed to grow clients’ brands, margins. In this exclusive interview with... read more →
By Jeffrey Simmons, VP Strategic Sourcing, Rooms, Spa, and Uniforms for Avendra. Published in The ILHA February 2024 issue. Avendra’s Commodity Market Update for Q1 2024 rings in some... read more →
Avendra is thrilled to become the first Premier Partner (Investor Level) of the Hotel Association of Canada. As the first organization to join the Association’s revamped sponsorship program, Avendra is... read more →
As we start the new year, Avendra is forecasting continued inflationary pressures on key areas within the hospitality industry. While pressures have eased a bit and are slightly below... read more →
The excitement of the upcoming holiday season and the anticipation of an exciting new year have gotten us thinking about delighting guests with beverages that spotlight their soon-to-be-favorite trends.... read more →
Published November 17, 2023 in STAY Magazine. Avendra is one of North America’s leading hospitality procurement services providers, offering supply chain management solutions, consultation out of years of hospitality... read more →
Are you making the most of your lobby traffic? What about the foot traffic from local residents who pass by your property on a regular basis? Hotel gift shops... read more →
October 5, 2023, Rockville, MD – Avendra, the leading hospitality procurement services provider in North America, announced today it has joined with other industry leaders as a founding member of... read more →
As part of Avendra’s recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, 2023, and its theme of Driving Prosperity, Power, and Progress in America, we are pleased to highlight the Latino Hotel... read more →
Avendra recently published our 2024 Cost Outlook – a guide produced annually to assist our clients with budgeting for the remainder of 2023 and into early next year. It... read more →
Economic uncertainties in the supply chain will continue to follow the hospitality industry into 2024. The group purchasing power Avendra provides our clients minimizes the impacts of a strong... read more →
By Rhonda Drury, Senior Director, Procurement Consultant. Published in Today's Hotelier July 2023 issue. Many independent hotels have discovered the freedom a group purchasing organization (GPO) offers and have... read more →
Published May 8, 2023 in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. You know that attention to every detail is the rule, not the exception, in the luxury hotel business. From the perfectly... read more →
Published June 2, 2023 in HOTELS Magazine. A lot of work goes into running a successful hotel. To offer great, comfortable rooms and delicious food and beverage, hotels must... read more →
How important is nutrition in your dessert menu? Not nearly as important as having a signature dessert and excellent flavor. Datassential recently released a keynote report on the state... read more →
Who doesn’t love a good french fry? Hot and crispy from the fryer with just the right amount of salt. Mmmm… The simplicity of the humble french fry is... read more →
You’ve been thoughtful and purposeful in ensuring an inclusive environment for your employees and guests. Avendra makes it easy for you to continue that commitment throughout your property through... read more →
By Annie Davidson, Director of Luxury Accounts. Published 1st Quarter 2023 in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. Nearly 10 percent of the $4.4 trillion wellness economy is derived from the wellness... read more →
ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has announced that Walt Sheffler, SVP Avendra Hospitality and Europe, Avendra, has joined the AHLA Board... read more →
By Annie Davidson, Director of Luxury Accounts. Published 4th Quarter 2022 in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. As the WFH trend has evolved from strictly working at home to include “working... read more →
Consumers are back at restaurants. The forecast for consumer spending at restaurants is expected to be 108% of 2019 numbers, according to Marie Molde of Datassential. But what about... read more →
More businesses and industries are stepping up their efforts on sustainability for a variety of reasons, and the hospitality industry has made great strides on the operations side. However,... read more →
There’s no denying the chill in the air. As your guests wander in for a seasonal celebration or a quiet night out, warm their palate with bold spices... read more →
Published November 9, 2022 in Hotelier Magazine. TORONTO — It’s been a tough few years for the hotel supply chain as COVID-19 has created myriad logistical challenges, huge supply... read more →
By Annie Davidson, Director of Luxury Accounts. Published 3rd Quarter 2022 in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. Guests have largely regained the confidence to travel, driving demand for luxury hotel stays.... read more →
Published July 26, 2022 in Hotel Business. Today’s supply chain is still highly disrupted, leaving you with a myriad of sourcing challenges. You are torn between brand standard compliance,... read more →
Published July 19, 2022 in Hotel Business. Soaring inflation, regulation, geopolitical upheaval and challenging weather conditions are combining to affect the food and beverage sector in unprecedented ways. Certain... read more →
Published July 12, 2022 in Hotel Business. The summer travel season is well underway, with stronger demand than previously predicted. Recent data from a CBRE report shows, “…RevPAR to... read more →
Published July 5, 2022 in Hotel Business. People’s habits have changed dramatically in the last two years. Outside influences are causing changes to what we eat, how we view... read more →
The sun is shining and we’re feeling optimistic about the future of overnight stays. We’re not the only ones. A recent CBRE report forecasts a “stronger than predicted”... read more →
By Annie Davidson, Director of Luxury Accounts. Published 1st Quarter 2022 in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. New Year. Same Headlines. While the COVID pandemic continues to affect global economies amid... read more →
What do shipping containers and patio heaters have in common? Hotels and other hospitality businesses rely on both of them and they are in short supply. Furniture, fixtures, and equipment... read more →
Avendra recently released its 2022 Q1 Commodity Report with expectations for the hospitality industry. The key findings fall generally in two broad areas: inflation and supply chain challenges. Our... read more →
We know many operators may be experiencing delivery issues with Master Food Distributors (MFDs) due to continued labor shortages, now exacerbated by the COVID-19 Delta variant. There is little... read more →
With vaccine distribution on the rise and business and personal travel growing, signs of U.S. economic recovery are starting to pick up. While increasing economic activity is great news,... read more →
Curator Members to Benefit from Avendra’s Customized Approach and Best-in-Class Contracts BETHESDA and ROCKVILLE, Maryland (April 8, 2021) -- Curator Hotel & Resort Collection (“Curator”), a newly launched collective of independent hotels, and... read more →
Published in February's edition of Today's Hotelier Steven Werner, Vice President, Account Management at Avendra, along with Kaycee Strewler, MS, Senior Technical Account Specialist, RD&E at Ecolab, and Brian Venable,... read more →
Now, more than ever, food and beverage costs are under a microscope. Due to COVID-19, restaurant, hotel and club operators must make important decisions regarding their expenses and minimize... read more →
Today, cleanliness is a top priority for hotel guests; while they may not have had a second thought pre-pandemic about door handles and buttons, now most everyone is hyper-aware of... read more →
Our mission has always been to collaborate and add value. The hotel and club management companies who founded Avendra in 2001 wanted to outsource supply chain management so they could focus on guest satisfaction, operations and finding unique ways to set themselves... read more →
By Jena Tesse Fox. Published on 10/21/2020 in Hotel Management As independent and branded hotels across the U.S. have implemented rigorous safety measures to keep guests and employees safe, getting... read more →
A Letter to Our Customers: As New Brand Launches, Avendra Remains Unchanged Dear Avendra Customers, As you know, three years ago when Avendra was purchased by Aramark, Avendra joined... read more →
Despite well-documented climate change and the impact of production systems and consumption on the environment and society, sustainability is still often thought of as just a “feel-good” consideration. As... read more →
Public safety emergencies are a critical time for businesses. The hospitality industry knows that during these times it’s all hands-on deck to ensure public safety with quick and confident planning.... read more →
Episode 8, "Checking In" podcast with Herman Schumacher, VP Client Success and Consulting Services, Afsar Khan, Director of Customer Care, Canada and Chip McIntyre, SVP Strategic Sourcing. Published on 05/12/20... read more →
By Annie Davidson, Director, Account Management for the Luxury Segment at Avendra. Published in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. Procurement Service Providers can help luxury operators’ source eco-friendly products that meet travelers’... read more →
Covid-19 has caused a sea-change in guest behaviors and expectations when it comes to hotel and restaurant F&B operations. As we look to what the future may bring; there... read more →
As the world confronts COVID-19, we hope for your safety and wellbeing. We want you to know we are here to help you – however we can. To Our Avendra... read more →
By Corris Little. Published on 11/07/2019 in Hotel Business. During Hurricane Dorian, Avendra went above and beyond to support the Benchmark team when they needed it the most. Avendra’s Emergency... read more →
By Cory Dellinger, Senior Director of Senior Director of Avendra’s Consulting Services and Vicente Avalos, Director of Discovery at Avendra. As the industry’s leading hospitality procurement services provider, Avendra works with... read more →
By Shelley Hodges, Senior Director of Account Management for the Luxury Segment at Avendra. Published in Luxury Hoteliers Magazine. New trends in luxury travel are requiring hoteliers to purchase guest comforts... read more →
By Karen Holden, VP Quality Assurance and Operational Analysis. Published on 6/12/2019 in Hospitality Net. 2019 ‘Meet the Truck’ award recipients are rated on order fulfillment, trailer load, product integrity and overall... read more →
By Chris Kim, Ed Hawkins and David Hill. Published on 11/27/2018 in Hotel Management. Today’s hotel operators can appreciate the importance of managing a reliable laundry and linen program. Hotel guestrooms,... read more →
Understanding F&B profitability strategies, including Price Engineering, Break Even Points, Profit vs. Profitability and Weighted Margins will help heighten revenues. By Lance Simmons, Manager, Avendra Consulting Services. In the food-and-beverage arena,... read more →
By Angela Eberhart, Vice President of Account Management Strategic Accounts, Avendra. Published in Stay Boutique. In the boutique and lifestyle industry, balancing priorities such as guest satisfaction with costs is constantly... read more →
The following article was published in Avendra’s 2019 Cost Outlook Forecast. Avendra customers can visit myAvendra.com to download Avendra’s comprehensive 2019 Cost Outlook Forecast. To help hotel operators make informed decisions and budget... read more →
The following article was published in Avendra’s 2019 Cost Outlook Forecast. Avendra customers can visit myAvendra.com to download Avendra’s comprehensive 2019 Cost Outlook Forecast. As consumer food preferences continuously change, hotel operators... read more →
By Hamzah Abu-Ragheb, Sustainability Manager. Investing time and energy to learn about various perspectives and opinions on sustainability is critical to staying on top of this important topic. From regenerative... read more →
By Rosanna Caira. Published on 09/06/2018 in Hotelier. The Avendra Supplier Show recently took place in Toronto at the Westin Harbour Castle hotel. The eighth-annual edition of the vendor marketplace featured a... read more →
By Chip McIntyre. Published on 6/08/2018 in Hotel Management. It’s here! Hurricane season 2018 began June 1 and runs through November, and experts are predicting that the 2018 storm season will... read more →
By Avendra. Published on 6/21/2018 in Hospitality Technology. The world’s largest hospitality technology show, HITEC, is commencing in Houston this week. Coming off the heels of HITEC Amsterdam and the recent... read more →
Held at The JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa in Minett, Canada, Avendra's first annual golf tournament brought together hotel executives with local and regional suppliers. The two-day... read more →
By Avendra and Zenith Energy. Published on 5/9/2018 in Green Lodging News. Energy markets aren’t simple; with market conditions, regulations, and prices that change quickly, it can be overwhelming for anyone trying... read more →
By Cory Dellinger. Published on 4/30/2018 in Hotel Management. Creating memorable guest experiences while maximizing operational efficiencies is a constant balancing act for asset managers, especially those operating full-service hotels with... read more →
Avendra is proud to recognize 90 suppliers for outstanding performance on its 2017 Meet the Truck audits Avendra’s Meet the Truck audit program provides quality assurance throughout the supply chain and... read more →
Research provides food-and-beverage demand outlook through 2020, and reveals performance and occupancy trends, investment plans and new food formats ROCKVILLE, MD -- Avendra today released findings from a new F&B... read more →
By Chip McIntyre. Published on 2/23/2018 in Hotel Management. Farm-to-table, farm-to-bottle, forage-to-table. These phrases have become nearly ubiquitous on restaurant menus as “local” and “sustainable” have grown from buzzwords into business... read more →
With a portfolio comprised of 157 hotels located in 26 states and the District of Columbia, RLJ Lodging Trust is a self-advised real estate investment trust focused on acquiring premium-branded,... read more →
By Chip McIntyre. Published on 1/11/2018 in Hotel Management. Today’s hotel operators face multiple pressures based on shifting consumer behaviors, particularly when it comes to food and beverage. More and more diners... read more →
As purveyors of sleep, hotels worldwide continue to make the guest sleep experience a priority and are investing significantly toward this goal. They understand the power of this key differentiator... read more →
Combination Enhances Purchasing Capability and Extends Industry Reach Philadelphia, PA, December 11, 2017 – Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) announced today that it completed the previously announced acquisition of Avendra for approximately... read more →
Plastic straws are expected to be the next biggest sustainability concern in foodservice disposables. As a nation, it is estimated that we go through 500 million straws a day which,... read more →
Today’s restaurants face multiple pressures based on shifting consumer behaviors: More and more diners are health and fitness conscious; today’s foodies are experimenting with a literal world of flavors and... read more →
At Avendra, we combine years of hospitality and supply chain expertise to help customers better serve their guests. Our two most recent white papers summarized below are examples of how we... read more →
Avendra recently hosted a Sustainability Roundtable where customers were invited to come together and discuss corporate social responsibility and sustainability. During the half day session, Avendra presented its Corporate Social... read more →
By Chip McIntyre. Published on 10/18/2017 in Hotel Management. In the hospitality industry, balancing priorities such as guest satisfaction with costs is constantly top-of-mind. Whether you’re responsible for the overall purchasing... read more →
Global provider of innovative services in food, facilities management and uniforms to expand capabilities with addition of world-class procurement organization ROCKVILLE, MD, October 16, 2017 – Avendra, the leading North... read more →
By Stacey Dash, Vice President, Marketing, Communications and Sustainability. Can you really make a beet taste as good as bacon? Is free-range (insert protein) truly better for the environment? How... read more →
By Chip McIntyre. Published on 9/15/17 in Hotel Management. If your property or hotel company is considering a new supplier, sometimes basic research isn’t enough. There are at least three critical... read more →
At Avendra, we know different business strategies have unique procurement implications. That’s why we start by understanding your business needs and then develop a strategy that makes sense for you. Recently, we... read more →
Published on 8/2/17 by Kostuch Media for Hotelier Magazine MONTREAL ─ With the newly renovated Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel serving as the backdrop, Avendra held its seventh-annual tradeshow in... read more →
Environmental and social responsibility are essential elements to consider for all products a company procures. Issues related to human and labor rights and environmental health exist in many supply chains.... read more →
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has always been an integral part of Avendra’s value system, and our approach to CSR is a continuous journey. In the beginning, our approach leveraged many... read more →
Avendra is proud to recognize 86 suppliers for outstanding performance on its 2016 Meet the Truck audits. Avendra’s Meet the Truck audit program provides quality assurance throughout the supply chain... read more →
The Washington Post Names Avendra a Winner of the Greater Washington Area 2017 Top Workplaces Award Avendra, North America’s leading hospitality procurement services provider, today announced it has been awarded... read more →
Avendra recently hosted an Earth Day Event for its Associates and local clients to learn about the environment and sustainable solutions. As part of Avendra’s commitment to corporate social responsibility,... read more →
With a private beach, gourmet fusion restaurants and an exotic day spa, the Mandarin Oriental Miami is a Five Star resort and the only hotel in Florida to earn triple... read more →
Energy-efficient purchasing decisions can be beneficial in more ways than one. They can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other environmental impacts, position your property as a leader in environmental awareness,... read more →
Looking to reduce costs at your all-inclusive resort without having to compromise on the quality that your guests expect? Avendra has you covered with these five tips and tricks to... read more →
Published on 1/4/2017 by Hotel Management Avendra President and CEO Wolfram Schaefer has been in the supply-chain industry for more than 20 years, beginning with McKinsey & Company, followed by... read more →
Rockville, MD – December 7, 2016— Avendra, North America’s leading procurement services provider serving the hospitality industry, announced today it has been named a recipient of the SDCE Green Supply... read more →
Avendra, North America’s leading procurement services provider serving the hospitality industry, announced today that it has received the prestigious 2016 Pinnacle Award as Supplier of the Year. The Pinnacle awards... read more →
Customer communications play a vital role in keeping Avendra customers up-to-date on changes to Avendra’s purchasing programs, updates on our products and services, property-specific data, and market forecasts. It is... read more →
Two years ago, Avendra revamped its approach to strategic supplier management and developed an innovative and unique approach for proactive supplier management, complete with new tools and processes designed to... read more →
Avendra recently updated its partner portal, myAvendra, to include a number of enhancements which increase purchasing reporting capabilities and optimize the experience for mobile and desktop users. myAvendra gives customers... read more →
Avendra works with some of the best, most qualified service providers in the industry and by leveraging the purchasing power of our customers we are able to negotiate the lowest... read more →
The food industry is more diverse than ever – which means that people have more choices on where to dine, drink and enjoy time with friends than ever before. How... read more →
Published on 7/20/2016 By Kostuch Media for Hotelier Magazine TORONTO — Approximately 1,000 hotel decision-makers attended Avendra’s Supplier Show at the Royal York Hotel earlier this month to sample products, network... read more →
Avendra named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive's 100 Top Supply Chain Projects with JHM Hotels Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the executive's user manual for successful supply and demand... read more →
The Washington Post Names Avendra a Winner of the Greater Washington 2016 Top Workplaces Award Avendra, North America’s leading procurement services provider serving the hospitality industry, today announced it has... read more →
Avendra, North America’s leading hospitality procurement services company, is proud to announce its Meet the Truck Awards, recognizing 54 suppliers for outstanding performance. The Meet the Truck award is part... read more →
Taking Care of the Environment with Smarter Landscapes Avendra hosted an Earth Day Event in conjunction with supplier BrightView (formerly ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc. and The Brickman Group) on Friday,... read more →
Corporate responsibility and integrity are always at the forefront of Avendra’s value system and we see our focus on sustainability as an essential element of our corporate responsibility. To be... read more →
Finding reliable, sustainable sources of fresh seafood is a big challenge but at Avendra, we’ve made sourcing sustainable seafood options one of our top priorities for 2016. As part of... read more →
Avendra hosted two events in February to help customers keep pace with the latest trends in the food & beverage industry and offer insights on the making and pairing of... read more →
Published on 12/2/2015 By Glenn Hasek, for greenlodgingnews ROCKVILLE, MD.—Avendra, the leading procurement services provider, fresh off the purchase of BuyEfficient, is stepping up its commitment to sustainability with the... read more →
This January marks Avendra's 15th year of providing best-in-class procurement services to more than 7,000 customers in the hospitality industry. Recently Wolfram Schaefer, Avendra's President and CEO, answered some key questions... read more →
September 30, 2015 – Avendra, North America’s leading procurement services provider serving the lodging and hospitality industries, announced that effective immediately it has acquired BuyEfficient, an online purchasing program dedicated... read more →
Avendra was recently selected by Supply & Demand Chain Executive (SDCE) magazine for their 2015 Top 100 List of Great Supply Chain Projects. SDCE's goal with the Top 100 list is to... read more →
Challenge: Cut costs to keep a competitive edge Rising Star, a small casino resort in Rising Sun, Indiana, features the full range of facilities you’d expect in such a place:... read more →
In April 2015, Avendra renewed its corporate partnership with the National Club Association (NCA). Supporting the NCA as a Corporate Partner for another term, Avendra reaffirms its commitment to helping the entire... read more →
Challenge: Maintaining High Standards While Keeping Costs Down Established in 1914, the Knickerbocker Country Club is a staple for families in Northern Jersey’s Bergen County. Knickerbocker is able to offer... read more →
Avendra and AAHOA Announce Partnership to Provide Best-in-Class Supply Chain Management and Procurement Solutions to AAHOA Members ROCKVILLE, MD and ATLANTA – The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) and Avendra,... read more →
Rockville, MD – Avendra, the hospitality industry’s leading procurement services provider, is proud to recognize 45 suppliers for outstanding performance on its 2014 Meet the Truck audits. Meet the Truck... read more →
As a services organization with a wide range of customers, we seek to support the sustainability and corporate responsibility initiatives of our customers. We encourage our suppliers to balance environmental,... read more →