This week’s Five-Star Weekly Briefing highlights current trends, investments, and developments in the hotel sector including major property openings from Minor Hotels, Momento Hospitality, and The Tasman, as well as Accor’s record-breaking global expansion. Industry trends explore the shift toward owner-friendly hotel management agreements, greater workplace diversity, and innovative guest experiences. Notable partnerships include Accor’s support for DV Collective and The Calile Hotel’s community initiative with Micah Projects. Tech news highlights AI integration from Canary Technologies and Amadeus, while updates on executive appointments round out a snapshot of leadership changes across leading hotel groups.