The Leading Hotels of the World Expands LSS Program with New Technology, Marketing, Revenue & Operations Solutions

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NEW YORK, NY – May 2026 – The Leading Hotels of the World (LHW) is pleased to announce the expansion of its Leading Strategic Sourcing (LSS) program, powered by DayBlink GPO, with the addition of eight new preferred solutions across hotel technology, digital marketing and operations.

“At LHW, our mission is to connect and empower hoteliers to achieve the commercial success that allows them to remain proudly independent,” said Phil Koserowski, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, The Leading Hotels of the World. “The LSS program is a direct expression of that commitment. Through our five-year partnership with DayBlink GPO, we’ve built a powerful network of more than 50 partners across industries, delivering value to our global portfolio. This new set of partners further strengthens the LSS portfolio and supports the evolving needs of our independent luxury hoteliers, from brand and guest experience to operations and commercial performance. It enables our members to continue leading in the space while still preserving their independent spirit.”

The eight new LSS partners include:

Hotel Technology:
  • ASSA ABLOY | Vingcard (Technology & Guest Experience): A suite of technology offerings through The Vingcard Solution, including access control, networks and digital access, energy and guest room management and more, improving efficiency, enhancing security, and elevating guest experiences worldwide.
  • Hotelverse (Technology & Guest Experience): The first Total Ancillary Revenue Platform that enables hotels to unlock new revenue streams through immersive digital twins of their properties, transforming booking into a highly personalized journey where guests can select and book their exact room, increasing conversion and revenue.
  • Lighthouse (Commercial Intelligence): An AI commercial operating system for hospitality, purpose-built to help hotels optimize pricing, distribution, marketing and performance management. Powered by the industry's largest and most trusted commercial intelligence layer, Lighthouse delivers better commercial outcomes for hotels of every size, every day.
  • HEX (Commissions and Payments): A modern commissions platform for the luxury travel trade, connecting hotels and partners through a unified system of record. By synchronizing booking data, commissions, and agreements in real time, Hex replaces manual, opaque processes with automated workflows that accelerate payments, reduce leakage, and strengthen high-value trade partnerships.
Digital Marketing:
  • Positioner (Branding and Marketing): A hospitality branding and marketing agency helping independent and luxury hotels define strategic positioning, craft compelling brand narratives, and activate them across a performance-driven digital ecosystem, building brand identity and driving direct revenue.
  • Journey (Hospitality Performance Platform): A partner to luxury hotels to grow direct revenue by combining connected technology and services, including high performance digital marketing and websites, and a leading gift voucher platform for hotels, streamlining operations while creating seamless online guest experiences that attract and convert demand.
Operations:
  • GuestRevu (Reputation Management): A guest feedback and reputation management software tailored for the hospitality industry. Enables hotels to collect actionable insights, monitor online reviews, and enhance guest experience while strengthening brand reputation and supporting data-driven operational and service improvements.
  • Pleated Design (Uniform Design): A luxury hospitality uniform design company specializing in bespoke, fashion-forward uniforms that reflect each property’s unique brand identity, enhancing guest perception while ensuring functionality, comfort, and consistency across all roles within hotel operations.
For more information on the Leading Strategic Souring program and partners please reach out to [email protected].

Complete list of LSS partners:

Hotel Technology:
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About The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. (LHW)
Comprised of more than 425 hotels in over 80 countries, LHW is the largest collection of independent luxury hotels. In 1928, 38 independent hoteliers came together to create LHW. Since then, the Company has carefully curated distinctive hotels, resorts, inns, chalets, villas, and safari camps from the snow-capped Alps of Europe to the African veldt, to share them with adventurous souls who seek the remarkably uncommon. The LHW community is filled of exceptional individuals, united by a passion for the surprising discoveries and details that come with every experience. LHW hoteliers are artisans of hospitality whose expertise, commitment to excellence, and individual flair allow them to create story-worthy moments for their guests. And it is these authentic, individualized experiences combined with the warm hospitality and high-touch service they provide that keeps discerning travelers returning again and again. LHW’s collection covers the globe and promises a broad range of destinations and uncommon experiences, enhanced by LHW’s tiered guest loyalty program Leaders Club. From converted former palaces, and countryside retreats run by the same families for generations, to gleaming skyscrapers in dynamic urban centers, serene private island escapes, glamorous tented camps – and beyond – explore, find inspiration, and experience unforgettable travel moments. For more information visit: www.lhw.com, Facebook at @LeadingHotels, Twitter at @LeadingHotels and Instagram @leadinghotelsoftheworld.

About DayBlink GPO
DayBlink GPO is a strategic sourcing provider for independently owned and operated luxury hotels in the hospitality sector. DayBlink GPO combines years of expertise to help members improve their bottom line and performance efficiency. As an ambassador on behalf of hoteliers, DayBlink GPO negotiates superior agreements with multinational companies across major hotel spend categories by leveraging billions of dollars in member purchasing power. These deals bring instant value, create cost savings, and deliver efficiencies at little to no added effort for our members. For more information, visit www.dayblinkgpo.com.
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