September/October 2026

It's a fact that prices are up across the United States and the world at large, but what does the impact of inflation on the hospitality industry look like in context? In "Deconstructing Scalding Hotel Inflation Numbers," we tap several hospitality trend watchers to find. In "Securing the Future of Hospitality," we delve into what these schools are doing to attract new talent, teach skills and prepare students for a career in hospitality. "The Gold Standard" explores how updated CMP standards keeps seasoned professionals up to date in an ever changing field. From Vibe Event Analyzers to proteinmaxxing on the show floor, the September issue introduces and dives into ideas you can take to your next event.