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Shaner Attends Anthony Travel Trade Show

August 06, 2025
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Stacey Somerville and Cameron Robson represented Shaner Hotels at the annual Anthony Travel SOS Vendor Show in Kansas City, MO. They represented our hotels in State College, PA, Columbus, OH and many other collegiate towns throughout the country. It's always a pleasure reconnecting with clients and hearing rave reviews for other hotels in ...
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Fairfield Inn Lewisburg Participates in A Local Mational Night Out Event Promoting Human Trafficking Awareness

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Leaders from Fairfield Inn & Suites Lewisburg proudly participated in our local National Night Out, partnering with law enforcement and neighbors to promote community safety and human trafficking awareness. Our booth, titled “Community Safety Heroes,” offered a family-friendly space where children created safety hero badges while parents and teens could learned to recognize signs of trafficking. ...
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Shaner Sales Excellence Program

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We are elevating the sales culture with our new Sales Excellence Team! The Sales Excellence Program recognizes top-performing Directors of Sales who have not only exceeded their property goals but also consistently support sales initiatives, special projects, and task force assignments. This group serves as a trusted network of subject matter experts who are actively ...
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Marriott Connector of The Year Award Winner

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We are proud to celebrate Vanessa Panzani at Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection for winning the Connector of The Year Award - Europe. This award recognizes hotel staff who have gone above and beyond in connecting with guests and creating genuine & meaningful experiences.  Vanessa's passion, dedication, and genuine ability to connect guests with the ...
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2024 IHG Spirit of True Hospitality Award

June 25, 2025
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We want to congratulate the team at the Holiday Inn Express State College @ Williamsburg Sq hotel for being awarded the Spirit of True Hospitality Award for excellent service to their guests.  The IHG Spirit of True Hospitality Award is one of IHG’s most prestigious honors for its Americas-region hotels. The award recognizes ...
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