How To Get the Best Value from Your Procurement Technology: Avendra International’s Raju Sankuratri Featured by Hotel Management

Raju Sankuratri, Chief Information Officer at Aramark + Avendra International, recently spoke with Hotel Management about the current state of procurement technology in the hospitality industry. He shares how Avendra International leverages our advanced tech stack to drive efficiencies for our clients. “Technology, especially e-procurement,... read more →

• April 30, 2025

Building the Supply Chain of the Future

Building and maintaining a robust supply chain that works efficiently and effectively for our clients and suppliers is one of our core focuses at Avendra International.  With a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation, we recognize the importance of staying ahead—reflected in our evolving sourcing strategies, advanced tech stack... read more →

• April 29, 2025

How does Avendra International Source Responsibly? 

When developing a reliable supply chain, it’s important to include suppliers who positively impact people and the planet. Whether you’re searching for suppliers who source locally, prioritize environmental sustainability, or seek to work with businesses owned by diverse groups, utilizing responsible sourcing strategies is a valuable way to achieve... read more →

• April 22, 2025

Avendra International Collaborates with Rentyl Resorts and NDM Hospitality to Drive Innovation in Hospitality Operations

Rentyl Resorts, under parent company NDM Hospitality, an industry leader in luxury branded resorts and innovative hospitality management, has announced an exciting collaboration with Avendra International®, North America’s leading hospitality procurement services provider. This strategic collaboration aims to enhance operational efficiency, drive cost savings, and elevate guest experiences across Rentyl... read more →

• April 9, 2025

Case Study: Serving Independent and Boutique Lifestyle Properties Through the Power of Collaboration

Boutique and independent properties have a unique opportunity to design brand standards that resonate with their guests. Incorporating local flair, from locally sourced produce or regional suppliers, can elevate the guest experience and differentiate the property. Collaborating with a group purchasing organization (GPO), such as Avendra International, allows these... read more →

• March 26, 2025

MaetaData Acquisition Maximizes Responsible Sourcing Decisions and Reporting for Avendra International, Aramark —and the Industry

Aramark and Avendra International have gained a powerful new tool in the company’s commitment and efforts to Source Responsibly. Aramark, the parent company of Avendra International, recently acquired longtime partner MaetaData, which provides innovative AI-driven technology that elevates ingredients and source transparency; engages and empowers local, small suppliers; and... read more →

• February 21, 2025

Empowering Boutique Hotels with Tailored Procurement Solutions: Avendra International’s Rhonda Drury Featured by BLLA

Rhonda Drury, Senior Director of Procurement Consulting at Avendra International, recently joined the Boutique and Luxury Lodging Association (BLLA) to discuss the unique landscape for boutique and independent hotels. She shares how Avendra supports these properties by maintaining high-quality standards, streamlining operations and meeting evolving guest... read more →

• February 18, 2025

Avendra International’s ‘Mr. Canada’ Highlighted in STAY Magazine for Impactful Contributions to Canadian Hospitality Industry

Afsar Ali Khan, Managing Director of Client Relations Canada at Avendra International, was recently profiled in STAY Magazine in a story showcasing his empathetic approach to customer care and his passion for the hospitality industry. Afsar began his career in hospitality over 35 years ago in Dubai and has remained... read more →

• February 7, 2025

Avendra International and Aramark Spotlight Global Expansion and Customer-Centric Service on ‘Mark This!’ Podcast

This week, Avendra International joined Aramark’s podcast, “Mark This!” to discuss the globalization of Avendra and how Aramark, as our parent company, supports this initiative. Walt Sheffler, President of Avendra International, and Ian Murphy, Senior Vice President for Supply Chain and Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) at Avendra International, joined Aramark’s... read more →

• February 5, 2025

Inflation, Labor, Food and Energy Highlighted in Recent Cost Outlook

Inflation and Labor Labor has remained strong, with unemployment... read more →

• February 3, 2025

Rethinking Capex and PIPs: Key Insights from our VP of Strategy and Development

Avendra International’s Chip McIntyre, VP of Strategy and Development spoke on the panel ‘Strategic Capex: Rethinking Procurement as a Powerful Tool for Asset Management Success’ at the AHC 2024 in Manchester, UK. Read on to learn about Chip’s outlook on capital expenditure, as reported by Hospitality Investor. Hotel owners and... read more →

• January 16, 2025

Shaping Hospitality’s Future: Emerging Trends and 2025 Predictions

As we begin the new year, we’re excited to showcase Hotel Business's Green Book, which features in-depth reports from sectors throughout the industry. Eleanor Waddell, VP of Strategic Growth and Business Development at Avendra International, offers her insights in an exclusive interview. Eleanor shares her predictions on industry trends, the... read more →

• January 7, 2025

Drive Sustainability Forward: Join Green Key Global’s Vendor Program and Unlock Opportunities in Eco-Friendly Hospitality

Avendra International has an extensive history of demonstrating our commitment to sustainability and partnering with clients to help meet their sustainability goals through our tailored procurement services and supplier portfolio. This is important for the planet we all share and because 66% of Americans say sustainability is important to them... read more →

• December 20, 2024

Expanding and Enhancing Our Services in Mexico and The Caribbean

Avendra International Acquires Spanish-Based Quantum Avendra International has announced the acquisition of the Quantum Cost Consultancy Group. This move further positions Avendra International as the leading global professional procurement and supply chain hospitality services provider. “This focus on Latin America and the Caribbean deepens Avendra International’s commitment to the global... read more →

• December 19, 2024

Avendra International Clients Shine in 2024 MICHELIN Key, Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star, and AAA Five Diamond Awards

As we near the end of 2024, annual rankings from Forbes Travel Guide, AAA Diamond Awards, and MICHELIN Keys have dropped and we’re highlighting our valued clients whose properties have ranked in these highly regarded lists. While ranking among these lists affirms our clients are excelling at their properties,... read more →

• December 17, 2024

New Mentorship Program Helps Small and Diverse Suppliers Level UP!

Aramark, the parent company of Avendra International, works to continuously develop an innovative and inclusive supply chain. The company’s supplier diversity priorities are seen as not only a part of its overall diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts; it is viewed as a business imperative that delivers success for clients, consumers, and... read more →

• December 6, 2024

Modern Procurement Solutions for Modern Hospitality Leaders

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 discuss the unique advantages of partnering with a global hospitality GPO. “We work with clients to understand their goals, offering... read more →

• November 13, 2024

Aramark Introduces Mosaic: Award-Winning AI Supply Chain Platform Delivering Real-Time Insights for Clients

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 business objectives. To define its tech-enabled capabilities for the marketplace, the company has launched Hospitality IQ as its hub for... read more →

• October 24, 2024

Introducing Avendra International: A Global Leader in Supply Chain Management Solutions

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 Procurement. Local Expertise    Avendra International is a leading partner in strategic procurement and supply chain management, serving a diverse... read more →

• September 10, 2024

Sonesta International Hotels CEO Highlights Avendra’s Value and Expertise in CEO Magazine

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 John Murray took opportunities few others would have seen to build his portfolio of hotels up to be the eighth... read more →

• August 6, 2024

3 Keys to Developing an Effective Emergency Preparedness Plan

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 one thing in common: they arrive unexpectedly but can all be planned for. Communication, relationships and staffing are the key... read more →

• July 23, 2024

6 Hospitality Trends Shaping the Industry for 2025

The hospitality 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 to stay; they crave experiences, personalization, and a focus on sustainability and well-being. We are highlighting six key ways to... read more →

• July 9, 2024

The Strategic Advantages of Hospitality Procurement Partners

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 managers can strategically leverage by working with a procurement service provider.  With Avendra's library of data measuring tools and reporting... read more →

• July 3, 2024

Advancing Sustainable Procurement Practices in Hospitality

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 relationship with Marriott International complements this endeavor.   Transparency is Key Operating sustainably isn't a choice in today's world of... read more →

• June 28, 2024

Fire Up Your Menus for the Fourth of July

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, found that 53% of consumers associate summer with unique dishes and beverages, presenting a great opportunity to try some of... read more →

• June 21, 2024

2024’s Spicy Food Trend: The Rise of Hot Ones

Spicy foods are popular, and their power to draw in new customers and generate positive word of mouth for your restaurant has never been greater. According to Datassential, “Seventy percent of restaurants have at least one item on their menu that they... read more →

• May 9, 2024

Three key trends shape global supply chain impacts for 2024-25

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 Hotel Investment Today, Patrick Mayhew, Vice President, Head of Strategic Sourcing, Avendra, walks hoteliers through the key trends most likely... read more →

• March 22, 2024

Maximizing Room Profitability, Minimizing Environmental Impact

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 good news for your budget and guest experience. Inflation appears to be stabilizing, and may even begin to ebb, and... read more →

• February 21, 2024

The Hotel Association of Canada Welcomes Avendra as First-Ever Premier Partner (Investor Level)

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 excited for the opportunity to drive value for hoteliers, starting with Avendra’s sponsorship of the 2024 HAC conference in Montreal... read more →

• February 15, 2024

Top-Level View of Avendra’s Q1 2024 Commodity Report: Easing Inflation but Risks Remain

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 the peak inflation of 2022, ongoing geopolitical strife continues to add duress to already strained global markets, which have led... read more →

• January 9, 2024

Cheers to the New Year: Start Serving the Top Beverage Trends of 2024

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. Sophistication, sustainability, and sober-curious options are the beverage headlines for 2024. Whether your guests want their beverages healthier, more sustainable,... read more →

• December 5, 2023

Avendra hosts busy, successful 2023 client appreciation event

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 expertise, purchasing power, services and software to help hotel businesses increase profits, improve operational performance, and better serve guests. More... read more →

• November 22, 2023

Hotel Gift Shops: More Than Just Necessities and Souvenirs

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 have come a long way from only offering necessities, knick knacks, and candy. Today’s hotel gift shops have been elevated... read more →

• November 16, 2023

Avendra Joins HARP as Founding Member to Improve Hospitality Sustainability

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 the Hospitality Alliance for Responsible Procurement (HARP), a collaborative effort whose purpose is to improve sustainability throughout the entire hospitality... read more →

• October 5, 2023

Latino Hotel Association: Promoting Latino Ownership and Success

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 Association and its efforts to promote Latino hotel ownership. Lynette Montoya, President and CEO of the Latino Hotel Association sold... read more →

• October 3, 2023

Food Cost Trends – A Forecast Briefing

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 highlights several macro trends impacting the hospitality industry including inflation, employment, fuel, and food demand. When looking at the food... read more →

• August 24, 2023

A Look Ahead: Market Trends and Insights from Avendra’s 2024 Cost Outlook Report

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 labor market, increased food demand, and volatile raw material costs. As the leading hospitality procurement services provider, Avendra’s supply-chain experts... read more →

• August 16, 2023

Finding Freedom

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 reaped the rewards of greater financial savings and better use of a limited labor pool. Ultimately, though, the biggest benefit... read more →

• July 13, 2023

Exceptional Customer Service Defines Luxury Brands

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 soothing scents of the toiletries to the smooth textures of the sheets and towels, you’ve thought of everything. Automated room... read more →

• June 13, 2023

At Avendra, Supply-Chain Management Is Still a People Business

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 establish a reliable logistics and supply chain management system to create a smooth channel of goods while keeping costs low.... read more →

• June 8, 2023

Unlocking Sweet Success: Why Signature Desserts Trump Nutrition in Your Menu

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 of desserts today. There are several key takeaways for the food and beverage sector. One unsurprising fact is that while... read more →

• May 24, 2023

Robots in the Kitchen: How Innovation Can Make Your Kitchen More Efficient and Sustainable

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 what has made it a staple everywhere from fast food to fine dining. French fries all have one important element... read more →

• May 5, 2023

Ensuring Your Supply Chain Supports Your Diversity Expectations

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 our commitment to supplier diversity. Supplier diversity creates value, opportunity, and economic impact. We are proud to partner with a... read more →

• February 24, 2023

Wellness Tourism Tops $436B. Are You Optimizing Profitability?

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 tourism industry. Is your luxury property getting its share of that revenue?   As part of the recent “INSPIRE 22”... read more →

• February 22, 2023

Walt Sheffler Joins AHLA Board of Directors

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 of Directors. AHLA's Board includes leaders from all sectors of the lodging industry, including brands, owners and real estate investment... read more →

• January 30, 2023

When “WFH” means Work From Hotel

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 from hotel”, we’ve seen trends develop among the guests that fall into the WFH category. Among those working from your... read more →

• January 20, 2023

2023 Food Trends: Fresh Produce – Delicious and Sustainable Menu Offerings

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 their expectations? What are consumers looking for on the menu and how can you provide it in an inflationary environment?... read more →

• January 13, 2023

Climate Change and Scope 3 Emissions: A Primer

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, your Purchased Good and Services (PG&S) and the supply chain that delivers them are critical to meeting overall climate goals.... read more →

• January 4, 2023

Warm Up Winter Menus with Bold Spices

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 and put creative new spins on old favorites – all while minding your budget. According to Datassential, the bottom line... read more →

• December 1, 2022

Avendra Hosts Annual Supplier Show After Two-Year Hiatus

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 delays and rising prices. But after a two-year hiatus, the Avendra Canada Supplier Show re-surfaced on October 13 at Toronto’s... read more →

• November 11, 2022

Cost Outlook Provides a Look Ahead for Luxury Properties

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. The future looks bright but reigning in budgets during surging inflation is a top-of-mind concern for luxury property managers today,... read more →

• September 6, 2022

The Hidden Costs and Risks of Shopping Retail

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, P&L fiduciary responsibilities and having products for your guests. As a result, you are forced to source from retail options—which... read more →

• August 1, 2022

Creative Solutions to Combat Inflation

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 categories within the hospitality industry will be hit harder than others by inflationary pressure.   At Avendra, we continually work... read more →

• August 1, 2022

Maintaining Product Supply During the Busy Summer Travel Season

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 reach 2019 nominal levels by Q3 2022 under CBRE’s base case scenario, rather than in Q3 2023, as previously forecasted.”... read more →

• July 20, 2022

Reshaping Menus to Meet Changing Times

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 the dining experience, and for the hospitality industry, how we interact and meet guest expectations. Optimizing products and enhancing menu... read more →

• July 20, 2022

Product Supply Assurance Is Our Priority

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” summer travel season. Recent data show, “…RevPAR to reach 2019 nominal levels by Q3 2022 under CBRE’s base case scenario,... read more →

• May 31, 2022

Find Savings & Boost Profits Amid Supply Chain Challenges

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 ongoing supply chain and inflation challenges - opportunities to centralize purchasing, find hidden gems among substitute products, and become more... read more →

• February 21, 2022

Don’t Wait. Make Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment Purchases Now

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 (FF&E) plans and budgets have been hit particularly hard by the global pandemic and the resulting supply chain issues. What... read more →

• February 15, 2022

Top-Level View of Avendra’s Q1 2022 Commodity Report: Focus on Inflation

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 experienced team of procurement professionals have been pushing back against price increases, proactively managing the supply chain challenges, and finding... read more →

• January 27, 2022

Best Practices to Help Improve Short-Term Challenges from MFD Supply Chain Delays

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 that employers can do about unpredictable absenteeism or to create workarounds when it happens. Unfortunately, as a result, some MFD... read more →

• September 24, 2021

Road to Recovery: Plan for 6 Major U.S. Supply Chain Impacts to Keep Your Operations on Track

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, the comeback has been faster than anticipated, exacerbating strains on the supply chain. Inflation concerns driven by labor costs, COVID... read more →

• June 10, 2021

CURATOR HOTEL & RESORT COLLECTION PARTNERS WITH AVENDRA FOR PROCUREMENT SERVICES

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 Avendra, the leading hospitality procurement services provider, announced an exclusive partnership to provide Avendra’s best-in-class purchasing solutions and eProcurement services... read more →

• April 8, 2021

AAHOA Industry Partners Share Perspectives on Guest Satisfaction

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, National Director, Content Distribution & Partnership Management at WarnerMedia, take part in a Q&A article about guest satisfaction with Today's... read more →

• February 25, 2021

Top 3 Ways to Manage Food Costs During COVID

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 food and beverage losses during these difficult times. Deploying careful, smart and sensible food and beverage purchasing decisions will enable... read more →

• February 18, 2021

Innovative Touchless Dispensing Options Enhance Sanitation Efforts

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 surfaces that could hold germs and viruses. This hyper-awareness is also impacting purchasing decisions. As an example, according to a... read more →

• February 4, 2021

Avendra Celebrates 20 Years of Solutions and Service

The necessary and specialized work of negotiating contracts with distributors, manufacturers and service providers was far more effective when they combined forces and focused on common goals. It is those common goals — integrity, thought... read more →

• January 28, 2021

Avendra Shifts Focus to Help Industry Through Pandemic

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 the right equipment to follow these measures has become even more vital. Hospitality procurement services provider Avendra has been doing... read more →

• December 1, 2020

New Avendra Group Umbrella Brand Connects Procurement Service and GPO Businesses

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 a collection of similarly situated procurement service businesses and group purchasing organizations (GPOs) serving different market verticals. Over the past... read more →

• October 30, 2020

Sustainability Practices You Can Implement Now and Use as a Recovery Tool Post-Pandemic

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 a result, during major economic disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic, it may seem an easy choice to deprioritize your sustainability-related... read more →

• September 4, 2020

Avendra’s Emergency Preparedness Protocol Helps Customers Manage Supply Chain Disruptions

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. Avendra’s Emergency Preparedness Protocol, managed in partnership with our suppliers, helps customers prepare early for supply chain disruptions caused by... read more →

• August 24, 2020

Hotel Procurement and Supply Chain Dynamics after COVID-19

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 in Hotelier. In this episode of Checking In, Rosanna Caira, Editor and Publisher of Hotelier magazine, speaks with Avendra's procurement... read more →

• May 15, 2020

Sustainability Sets the Stage for Today’s Luxury Guest Experiences

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’ demands and create authentic, one-of-a-kind experiences.   Environmental responsibility and sustainability are driving hotel guests and restaurant patrons to be... read more →

• May 14, 2020

Food for Thought: Managing Food and Beverage Costs During the COVID-19 Ramp-up and Recovery

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 is little doubt that guests will have a heightened sense of safe food handling practices and cleanliness, and properties will... read more →

• May 4, 2020

A Letter from Avendra’s President, Wolfram Schaefer

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 Community: As we navigate this shared path through unprecedented times, Avendra is here to support you.  We remain committed to... read more →

• March 26, 2020

With Emergency Preparedness, Avendra Makes a Difference

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 Preparedness Communications Protocol, managed in partnership with its suppliers, helps customers prepare early for hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, volcanos, tsunamis, blizzards,... read more →

• November 11, 2019

8 Ways Avendra Helps Hotels and Restaurants Address Labor Challenges

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 clients to implement best practices and labor control procedures to increase profitability and streamline processes.   While workers in the... read more →

• September 17, 2019

Strategic Purchasing Personalizes the Luxury Guest Experience

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 and conveniences unique to each destination; A Procurement Services Provider can leverage supplier relationships to source specialized products more easily.... read more →

• September 10, 2019

Avendra Recognizes Top Suppliers for Outstanding Supply Chain Performance

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 performance.   Quality assurance throughout the supply chain is top of mind for Avendra. It's imperative that hoteliers' purchasing requirements... read more →

• June 21, 2019

How outsourcing hotel laundry can improve operations, safety

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, along with food-and-beverage departments, simply can’t function without it. Travelers trust that hotels are providing them with clean bedding, bath... read more →

• December 7, 2018

There’s a right way and a wrong way for hotels to generate profits through F&B

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, it’s not always easy to understand the value and impact of a single dollar. Yet spending a dollar here, rather... read more →

• November 21, 2018

6 Secrets to Managing Supply Chain Costs

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 top-of-mind. Whether you’re responsible for the overall purchasing strategy of a luxury hotel or the day-to-day buying decisions of an... read more →

• October 15, 2018

Economic and Travel Industry Outlook for Avendra’s Key Regions

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 for the remainder of 2018 and 2019, Avendra has compiled a comprehensive outlook for the travel industry and economy in... read more →

• October 10, 2018

4 Key Food Trends to Follow

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 are faced with the challenge of keeping up. Over the past few months, we’ve seen a boom in solo dining,... read more →

• October 3, 2018

From Carbon to Cups (SUP Cups, that is)

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 farming to single use plastics, over the past several months I’ve had the opportunity to attend a range of events... read more →

• September 27, 2018

Wrap Up of the Avendra Supplier Show in Toronto

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 total of 175 suppliers, many of who travelled to Toronto from the U.S. and eastern Canada to show their wares.... read more →

• September 19, 2018

Are Hotels Ready for Hurricane Season?

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 be a busy one, but not as devastating as 2017. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the price... read more →

• July 5, 2018

What Hoteliers Should Take Away from Technology Trade Shows

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 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), these shows give the tech industry’s best and brightest a chance to promote and experience... read more →

• June 27, 2018

Avendra Hosts First Annual Avendra Golf Tournament in Canada

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 event featured a competitive golf tournament and provided Avendra customers with an opportunity to sample new food items, gain insight... read more →

• June 27, 2018

How to Mitigate Risk & Save Money Through Proper Energy Procurement

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 to manage spend, forecasts, several contracts, and risk across different regions. There are hundreds of local delivery companies (LDCs or... read more →

• May 9, 2018

Assess Your Purchasing Processes to Stir up Incremental Savings

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 restaurants. Today’s chefs and food-and-beverage directors are adding flair to traditional menus not just to create experiences and drive loyalty,... read more →

• May 4, 2018

Avendra Announces the 2017 Meet the Truck Award Recipients

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 ensures that a wide range of requirements are met by Avendra approved suppliers. As part of the program, an Avendra Quality Assurance... read more →

• April 13, 2018

Avendra Releases Findings From Lodging Industry F&B Study

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 trends report titled "Lodging Food & Beverage Outlook" that gauges demand for hotel F&B over the next two to three... read more →

• April 6, 2018

5 Reasons Why Hotels Should Jump on the Local Purchasing Bandwagon

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 models. This surge in popularity parallels the country’s growing focus on environmentalism, but it’s not just a save-the-world impulse that’s... read more →

• March 6, 2018

RLJ Relies on Avendra for Unmatched Cost Savings and Improved Efficiency

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, focused-service and compact full-service hotels. They have dealt with several opulent mansions for sale and other high-end projects as well.... read more →

• February 21, 2018

7 Trends to Follow When Cooking Up New F&B Offerings

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 are health and fitness conscious; today’s foodies are experimenting with a literal world of flavors and ingredients; young diners are... read more →

• January 12, 2018

The Foundation of Wellness — Sleep

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 and its impact on guest satisfaction and loyalty. Reviews are hard to ignore. In fact, fifty-five percent of travelers said... read more →

• January 12, 2018

Aramark Completes Acquisition of Avendra

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 $1.35 billion, or a net purchase price of $1.05 billion after adjusting for the value of the anticipated tax benefits.... read more →

• December 11, 2017

Plastic Straws: Sustainable?

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, at best, wind up in the landfill. At worst, they end up in rivers, streams, and oceans where they can... read more →

• December 7, 2017

Hospitality Trends for 2018

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 ingredients; young diners are tending toward pick-up and make-at-home kits versus eating out; and more competition is coming from out-of-category... read more →

• November 30, 2017

Avendra’s Newest White Papers

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 provide our customers with the industry expertise to make informed procurement decisions. The Paradigm Shift in Energy Procurement: A Strategic Sourcing... read more →

• November 21, 2017

Avendra Hosts Sustainability Roundtable

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 Responsibility Strategy and moderated a discussion with customers on the various sustainability resources accessible through Avendra. Attendees also discussed their... read more →

• October 30, 2017

7 Secrets Behind Managing Supply Chain Costs

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 strategy of a large multiunit organization or the day-to-day buying decisions of a restaurant, you can continuously challenge yourself to... read more →

• October 18, 2017

Avendra to be Acquired by Aramark

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 American hospitality procurement services provider, today announced that its Board of Managers reached a binding agreement with Aramark Corporation (NYSE:... read more →

• October 16, 2017

Can You Make a Beet Taste as Good as Bacon?

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 do we help with the environmental problems, give people what they want to eat, and not assume the role of... read more →

• October 13, 2017

3 Questions Hotels Should Keep in Mind When Considering a Supplier

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 – yet often overlooked – areas that hoteliers need to seriously consider before making a final decision and signing on... read more →

• September 26, 2017

Avendra Customers Share Their Stories

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 spoke with Carmen Villarin, President of CK Atlantis, and Budd Barmeyer, Director of Corporate Administration at Narven Enterprises, to learn... read more →

• August 23, 2017

Avendra Supplier Show Draws Hotel Community to Montreal

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 Montreal in late July. The one-day vendors’ marketplace attracted 300 hotel executives from across Quebec and Ontario who came to... read more →

• August 7, 2017

Making a Positive Impact through Supply Chain Analysis

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. Avendra realizes this and is taking steps towards understanding and mitigating such risks in the supply chains we manage for... read more →

• July 28, 2017

Announcing Avendra’s New Corporate Social Responsibility Strategy

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 of the values we had at the onset of Avendra’s founding, like integrity and collaboration. Over time we built upon... read more →

• June 29, 2017

Avendra Announces the 2016 Meet The Truck Award Recipients

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 and ensures a wide range of requirements are met by Avendra approved suppliers. As part of the program, an Avendra... read more →

• June 22, 2017

Avendra Named a Winner of the 2017 Top Workplaces Award

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 a Top Workplaces honor by The Washington Post for the second consecutive year. The Top Workplaces recognition ranks the best companies... read more →

• June 20, 2017

Avendra Celebrates Earth Day

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, Avendra tries to combine raising awareness about the environment with supporting activities that make a positive impact. The event began... read more →

• May 1, 2017

Zenith Energy Helps Mandarin Oriental Miami Optimize Energy Buy and Save 15%

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 Five Stars in Forbes Travel Guide Five Star Award 2016. For Oscar Cardona, Director of Engineering, purchasing energy to keep... read more →

• April 18, 2017

Find Cost Savings Through Energy Efficient Kitchen Equipment

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, and improve the comfort of your guests and employees. Additionally, they can directly impact your bottom line and save you... read more →

• April 10, 2017

Cut Costs, Not Quality, At Your All Inclusive Resort

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 achieving your financial goals and giving your guests an unforgettable experience. Document recipes to help with food cost management. Standardize... read more →

• March 21, 2017

Avendra’s Wolfram Schaefer Supports Hotels Through the Supply Chain

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 LSG Sky Chefs Supply Chain Solutions, then with NCH Corporation and, for the past six years, with hospitality purchasing-services provider... read more →

• January 13, 2017

Avendra Receives 2016 Supply & Demand Chain Executive Green Supply Chain Award

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 Chain Award for 2016.  The award is presented by Supply & Demand Chain Executive, the executive’s user manual for successful... read more →

• December 7, 2016

Avendra Named Pinnacle Award 2016 Supplier of the Year

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 are given annually by Kostuch Media, Ltd., publisher of Canadian industry magazines, Foodservice and Hospitality and Hotelier. In announcing the... read more →

• November 29, 2016

Avendra Launches Canadian Food Flash

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 in this spirit that Avendra recently launched the Canadian Food Flash, a new e-publication which provides customers throughout Canada with... read more →

• October 31, 2016

Avendra’s Business Ownership Team: Focused on maximizing value for customers through strategic supplier management

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 deliver more value to our suppliers and customers than any other company in our industry is able to do. The... read more →

• September 28, 2016

The myAvendra 2.0 Partner Portal is Now Live!

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 24-hour access to custom information on Avendra resources and suppliers and is customized by users to directly deliver only the... read more →

• September 12, 2016

Avendra’s Contracted Service Providers: Providing Cost Savings, Best-in-Class Service and Innovative New Solutions

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 possible price. But the value doesn’t end there. As part of our rigorous contracting process, we ensure all service providers... read more →

• August 18, 2016

Food Trends to Plan For in 2017

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 can you ‘up your game’ to appeal to today’s dine-outers? Try local food options, new plant-based dishes and selections that... read more →

• July 27, 2016

Avendra Supplier Show Attracts Hotel Industry Executives to Royal York Hotel

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 and discover what’s new in the supply world from Avendra suppliers.   The sixth annual supplier show, which rotates between... read more →

• July 21, 2016

SDCE Selects Avendra for its 2016 Top 100 List

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 chain transformation, has selected Avendra as a recipient of an SDCE 100 Award for 2016 for helping JHM Hotels consolidate... read more →

• June 29, 2016

Avendra Awarded 2016 Top Workplaces Award

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 been awarded a 2016 Top Workplaces honor by The Washington Post.  In its third annual survey, the recognition ranks the... read more →

• June 17, 2016

Avendra’s Quality Assurance Team Recognizes 54 Suppliers for Outstanding Performance

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 of Avendra’s Meet the Truck audit program. With multiple check points in place throughout the product lifecycle (e.g. at manufacturing... read more →

• May 17, 2016

Avendra’s 2016 Earth Day Celebration

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, April 22 at the Avendra Headquarters in Rockville, MD. Local Avendra clients and customers and Avendra associates were invited to... read more →

• April 26, 2016

Avendra’s Sustainability Journey Update

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 sustainable we must constantly balance the economic, environmental and social needs and constraints of all our stakeholders; from customers and... read more →

• April 22, 2016

In Search of Sustainable Seafood: Avendra Goes Abroad

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 this initiative, Avendra’s Director of Strategic Sourcing, Jocelyn Totty, traveled to Chile to meet with sustainable salmon farmers, where she... read more →

• March 23, 2016

Avendra Symposiums Keep Customers On Leading Edge

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 cheeses. More than 40 customers, founders and associates attended the back-to-back seminars at Avendra HQ in Rockville. Graduates went away... read more →

• March 17, 2016

By the end of 2016, Every Avendra Supplier Must Have a Sustainability Policy in Place

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 hiring of a new sustainability manager, Hamzah Abu-Ragheb. He joins Stacey Dash, Vice President, Marketing, Communications & Sustainability in leading... read more →

• February 10, 2016

Avendra CEO Reflects on the Company’s 15 Years

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 in Hotel Business magazine about its growth, success and strategies moving forward. "As we approach this milestone, I want to... read more →

• January 12, 2016

Avendra Announces Agreement to Acquire BuyEfficient

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 to serving the hospitality industry, from its parent company, Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc. “This acquisition reflects Avendra’s strength in the... read more →

• September 30, 2015

SDCE Selects Avendra for its 2015 Top 100 List

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 put a spotlight on successful and innovative projects that deliver bottom-line results to enterprises across the various functions of the... read more →

• July 15, 2015

Rising Star Casino Resort Slashes Costs with Avendra

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: gaming, hotel, spa, pool, meeting space, five restaurants, large theater, 18-hole golf course. The resort had been an Avendra client... read more →

• June 26, 2015

Avendra Renews its Corporate Partnership with the NCA

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 private club community move forward, both as a key service provider and as an ally in education and advocacy. Since... read more →

• May 19, 2015

Knickerbocker Country Club Scores a Hole in One with Avendra

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 members a topnotch culinary offering. Keeping member satisfaction high, while ensuring quality and safety, is of the utmost importance. The... read more →

• May 7, 2015

Welcome AAHOA Members

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, the leader in procurement services for hospitality companies across North America, announced today an agreement to bring Avendra’s leading procurement... read more →

• April 16, 2015

Meet the Truck Awards Presented by Avendra’s Quality Assurance Team

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 audits are one of the unique ways Avendra helps ensure that food and beverage deliveries made by contracted suppliers meet... read more →

• April 14, 2015

See how we’re tracking against our Sustainability Goals

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, social and economic considerations in their businesses and supply chains. To help further these endeavors, we have set up a... read more →

• March 15, 2015