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The Thayer Group, a leading North American hospitality firm, has joined the
corporate partners program at the Cornell Hotel School’s Center for Hospitality
Research to support international research that advances operating practices in
the hospitality industry.
“We are delighted to add this distinguished firm to the list of leading companies
that help set our research agenda,” said Gary Thompson, executive director of the
Center. “This partnership will help us as we continue to expand our global reach
to the hospitality industry.”
The Thayer Group includes Thayer Lodging, EMC Venues, and Thayer Interactive.
Thayer Lodging, a real estate venture capital firm, sponsors private equity funds in
the hospitality industry. Clients include Fortune 50 companies, public and private
pension funds, endowments, and family offices. Thayer Interactive is a marketing
company representing hospitality clients in all segments of the Internet. Clients
include Hilton, Marriott, and Starwood branded hotels, independent hotels, and a
variety of ownership groups and conference centers. EMC Venues serves clients
who book in excess of 50 annual meetings, and has developed proprietary executive meeting centers in eight hotels.
“Cornell is a pioneer in international hospitality education and research and is the
top brand in the industry,” said Lee Pillsbury, co-Chairman and CEO of The
Thayer Group. “Partnering with Cornell’s Center for Hospitality Research is a
privilege for The Thayer Group, as the Center’s work is most valuable in moving
the industry forward.” |
