﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:43:37 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Concept Amenities set to exhibit exclusive luxury brands</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-set-to-exhibit-exclusive-luxury-brands,c9323497</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1155686</guid><description><![CDATA[Visitors to Booth #2364 will receive complimentary goodies bags containing an assortment of sample soaps, shampoos and accessories.
Melbourne, Australia October 30, 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, will once again present its unique range of luxury guest care essentials at this year’s International Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Show (IHMRS) in New York City in booth #2364.

The three-day affair, scheduled for November 11-13, 2012 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, is expected to draw thousands of hoteliers, food]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 20:20:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Natalie Flood joins Concept Amenities as Innovation Manager</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/natalie-flood-joins-concept-amenities-as-innovation-manager,c9323431</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1155678</guid><description><![CDATA[Flood will develop exciting new products and drive new initiatives to help Concept Amenities create next practices for the industry.
Melbourne, Australia October 30, 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, is pleased to announce the recent addition of Natalie Flood as the company’s new Innovation Manager.

A graduate of Deakin University, Ms. Flood has spent the last 10 years providing exceptional product development services for a number of renowned Australian retail organizations including David Jones, Timat Imports,]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:18:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Concept Amenities welcomes Shelley Stellenberg as new Art Director</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-welcomes-shelley-stellenberg-as-new-art-director,c9323332</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1147999</guid><description><![CDATA[Stellenberg will play an important role in Concept Amenities ambitious rebranding campaign.
Melbourne, Australia October 23, 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, is pleased to announce today the appointment of Shelley Stellenberg as the company’s new Art Director.

A multi discipline designer, Ms. Stellenberg brings more than 10 years of experience with well-developed skills in branding, packaging, print collateral, and product design.

In her new position as Art Director, Ms. Stellenberg will play an important role]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 23 Oct 2012 14:09:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Luxury Brands to be showcased at BLLA Leadership Symposium</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/luxury-brands-to-be-showcased-at-blla-leadership-symposium,c9321885</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1145629</guid><description><![CDATA[Hoteliers will sample luxury brands in Concept Amenities booth throughout the event.
Melbourne, Australia October 19th, 2012 – Today’s affluent guest is looking for more than just comfort and accommodation—they want an unforgettable experience. Whether it’s integrating soothing music, evocative design or signature fragrances, innovative hoteliers are striving to create a distinctive and inviting ambience in their lobbies, corridors, restaurants, and suites.

To help create memorable moments en suite, Hoteliers are adding luxury brand-name toiletries to their bath vanities —the epitome of]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 19 Oct 2012 16:30:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Soap Aid is focus of Hospitality Expos across Australia</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/soap-aid-is-focus-of-hospitality-expos-across-australia,c9316384</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1136809</guid><description><![CDATA[According to the WHO, it is estimated that 1.8 million children under the age of five die each year due to hygiene related illnesses such as acute respiratory infection and diarrheal disease.
Melbourne, Australia October 10, 2012 – Michael Matulick, chief executive officer of Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, will appear as a guest speaker at two upcoming hospitality expos; the 3rd annual Australasian Hotel Industry Conference and Exposition (AHICE) to be held on October 17 at Swissotel Sydney and the 20th Global Eco Asia-]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Oct 2012 17:06:01 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Concept Amenities names new Director of Sales for Asia-Pacific region</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-names-new-director-of-sales-for-asia-pacific-region,c9315804</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1135740</guid><description><![CDATA[Ms. O’Driscoll has overseen business development and global sales for several major hospitality brands including the Ocean Blue Hotels and Resorts, Starwood Hotels and Resorts, and Marriott International.
Melbourne, Australia October 9, 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, announced today that Margaret O’Driscoll will be joining the company as its new Director of Sales (Asia-Pacific).

Ms. O’Driscoll brings more than 25 years of sales and marketing experience in the hospitality industry to her new responsibilities at]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 17:36:15 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New Zealand’s Linden Leaves toiletries put the “well” in Welcome for hotel guests</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/new-zealand-s-linden-leaves-toiletries-put-the--well--in-welcome-for-hotel-guests,c9307941</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1120590</guid><description><![CDATA[Hoteliers nowadays set themselves apart, from their competition, by promoting wellness guest stays that go beyond merely providing exercise facilities and yoga classes.
Melbourne, Australia September 20th, 2012 – In today’s highly competitive and challenging hospitality market, a growing number of hoteliers are setting themselves apart, from their competition, by promoting wellness guest stays that go beyond merely providing exercise facilities and yoga classes. In fact, wellness in the form of healthier guest amenities has become the new watchword―and formula for success―for the travel]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 20 Sep 2012 18:34:33 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kerry Dowen appointed VP of Sales for North and South America</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/kerry-dowen-appointed-vp-of-sales-for-north-and-south-america,c9302235</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1109663</guid><description><![CDATA[Ms. Dowen was one of 12 Women in Tourism Committee members and served as Secretary of the South East Queensland Professional Housekeepers Association
Melbourne, Australia September 6, 2012– Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kerry Dowen as the company’s new Vice President of Sales for North and South America.

During her 11-year tenure with Concept Amenities, Ms. Dowen has carved out an impressive career serving, in Australia, as South East Queensland Sales Manager from 2001-2007 and]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Sep 2012 21:00:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Concept Amenities working with State Government to add manufacturing jobs</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-working-with-state-government-to-add-manufacturing-jobs,c9290046</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1085417</guid><description><![CDATA[Wreford supported Matulick’s comments: “The Victorian Coalition Government is working extremely hard with manufacturers."Congratulations were also expressed by the visiting party with regard to the recently unveiled Soap Aid program.
Melbourne, Australia August 7th , 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible hotel guest amenities hosted Manufacturing, Exports and Trade Minister, Richard Dalla-Riva and Lorraine Wreford MLA, State Member of Parliament for Mordialloc district on Friday.

The Minister was interested to hear about the success of the]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Aug 2012 23:52:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Concept Amenities CEO unveils life-saving Soap Aid initiative</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-ceo-unveils-life-saving-soap-aid-initiative,c9287039</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1079219</guid><description><![CDATA[Soap Aid will address one of the most critical needs facing our planet today—the lack of soap in third world countries—resulting in millions of unnecessary deaths; more often children.
Melbourne, Australia July 24th, 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, has established an independent charity known as Soap Aid. Aimed at saving millions of lives worldwide, Soap Aid will address one of the most critical needs facing our planet today—the lack of soap in third world countries—resulting in millions of unnecessary deaths; more]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Jul 2012 20:20:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>American Casino Hotel &amp; Entertainment receives coveted green award</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/american-casino-hotel---entertainment-receives-coveted-green-award,c9251520</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision484776</guid><description><![CDATA[A growing number of hoteliers, on the Vegas strip, are catering to guest’s demand for greener stays by providing environmentally responsible amenities.
Melbourne, Australia April 25, 2012 –When it comes to glamour, glitz and good times, few places on the planet can match Las Vegas, Nevada. But what many people don’t realize is that the fun capital of the United States is quickly becoming one of the “greenest” destinations in North America.
 
That’s because a growing number of hoteliers on the Vegas Strip are catering to guest’s demand for greener stays by providing environmentally]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:17:17 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Concept Amenities encourages hotel partners to join worldwide Earth Hour movement</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-encourages-hotel-partners-to-join-worldwide-earth-hour-movement,c9240588</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision473778</guid><description><![CDATA[During Earth Hour, lights will be turned off around the world to promote awareness of climate change—beginning in Australia.
Melbourne, Australia March 29, 2012 –Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities and a dedicated steward of planet sustainability, will again participate in the worldwide Earth Hour movement planned for Saturday, March 31 from 8:30 pm to 9:30 pm.

During Earth Hour, lights will be turned off around the world to promote awareness of climate change. All Concept Amenities corporate facilities – including]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:58:41 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Four-star luxury and sustainability blend to create memorable guest experiences in Wales</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/four-star-luxury-and-sustainability-blend-to-create-memorable-guest-experiences-in-wales,c9237481</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision470501</guid><description><![CDATA[A well-regarded member of Classic British Hotels; Best Loved Hotels and Britain’s Finest—The Hotel Imperial is also one of the most eco-friendly
Melbourne, Australia March 27, 2012 – Elegance, excellence and environmental stewardship – those are the words that best describe The Imperial Hotel, Llandudno. Renowned for its exquisite Victorian façade, four-star accommodations, superior service and stunning views of Llandudno Bay, the Imperial is the largest quality seafront hotel in Northern Wales.

A well-regarded member of Classic British Hotels; Best Loved Hotels and Britain’s Finest—The]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:20:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New website includes many ‘firsts’ in Hospitality Industry</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/new-website-includes-many--firsts--in-hospitality-industry,c9231809</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision464681</guid><description><![CDATA[The innovative new site also serves as a bold reaffirmation of the company’s enduring values and commitment to planet stewardship.
Melbourne, Australia March 14th, 2012 — On the heels of launching six new bath and body care hotel collections, Concept Amenities, the global leader in the manufacture and supply of environmentally responsible guest amenities, announced today the launch of their vibrant new website as part of their Corporate re-branding efforts.

Clean and minimalist in design, www.conceptamenities.com is fast, elegant and packed with essential information to ensure the most]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:14:44 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>The Green Award Goes to…. LVH-Las Vegas Hotel &amp;Casino!</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/the-green-award-goes-to--lvh-las-vegas-hotel--casino-,c9229623</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision462366</guid><description><![CDATA[Concept Amenities recently bestowed ERP™ (Environmentally Responsible Product) certification to the LVH-Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. The award comes following the hotel’s addition of Concept Amenities’ eco-friendly Kudos Spas™ brand of liquids and soaps to the hotel’s 2690 rooms and 305 suites.
Melbourne, Australia March 8th, 2012 – Travelers today are not just demanding more indulgent pampering, from Hoteliers, but they want greener guest stays too. In fact, according to a recent survey by World Market Intelligence*, 43% of travelers now report that booking a green certified hotel is important]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Mar 2012 16:36:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Red Lion Hotels partners with Concept Amenities to create memorable guest experiences</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/red-lion-hotels-partners-with-concept-amenities-to-create-memorable-guest-experiences,c9215025</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision446730</guid><description><![CDATA[“Whether its evocative new fragrances, sensual textures, exotic tastes or engaging sounds, we consider everything that can enhance our bath and body products to create unique and desirable experiences,” says Matulick.”
Melbourne, Australia February 2, 2012 – Taking its commitment to creating memorable guest experiences to the next level, Red Lion Hotels Corporation is partnering with Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, to provide eco-friendly products to its millions of annual guests.

Headquartered in Spokane, Washington,]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:29:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Concept Amenities steps up to aid the Birthing Kit Foundation</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/concept-amenities-steps-up-to-aid-the-birthing-kit-foundation,c9209206</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision440918</guid><description><![CDATA[Every 90 seconds, a woman dies of complications related to pregnancy or childbirth; an estimated 385,000 women die annually.
Melbourne, Australia January 20th, 2012 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guestroom toiletries, recently made a significant show of support by contributing to the Birthing Kit Foundation (Australia).

The not-for-profit non-government organization is dedicated to improving conditions for women who give birth at home, in developing countries, by providing birthing kits and education in clean birthing practices.

Every]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:26:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>LVH-Las Vegas Hotel &amp; Casino doubles down on sustainability</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/lvh-las-vegas-hotel---casino-doubles-down-on-sustainability,c9205905</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision437730</guid><description><![CDATA[Sustainability and green business practices are more than a roll of the dice at the newly renamed LVH-Las Vegas Hotel & Casino (formerly the Las Vegas Hilton).
Melbourne, Australia January 10, 2012 – Sustainability and green business practices are more than a roll of the dice at the newly renamed LVH-Las Vegas Hotel & Casino (formerly the Las Vegas Hilton). In addition to the initiatives of its Project Green Team, the hotel will now be providing eco-friendly liquids and soaps from Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath & body amenities.]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 19:33:21 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trump Sunny Isles creates a whole new vibe with lavish sensory experience</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/trump-sunny-isles-creates-a-whole-new-vibe-with-lavish-sensory-experience,c9199819</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision430202</guid><description><![CDATA[“Sensory branding is the hottest new trend in an industry that realizes today’s affluent guests have more of a “been there, done that” point of view”, explains General Manager Linda Geyer
Melbourne, Australia, December 14th, 2011– Trump International Beach Resort, located in Sunny Isles Florida, where International jet setters hobnob with their social equals and look forward to a 5-star guest experience, is taking hospitality to a whole new level by introducing V!VE Bathroom; a sumptuous array of sweet fig & olive guestroom toiletries meant to cater to their guests’ senses.

“Sensory]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:18:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>AUSTRALIAN AMENITY COMPANY WINS AWARD AT IHMRS &amp; BDNY</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/australian-amenity-company-wins-award-at-ihmrs---bdny,c9188601</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision418868</guid><description><![CDATA[The Awards recognize best new products within the categories of design, equipment & supplies, guest amenities, tabletop, and technology, as well as an eco-friendly equivalent to each of these categories
Melbourne, Australia November 17, 2011 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, received the Editors’ Choice Award, for their Jean-Michel Cousteau collection of hotel guest amenities, during Opening Ceremonies of the 96thannual International Hotel, Motel + Restaurant Show® (IHMRS) and 2nd annual Boutique Design New York (BDNY),]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 17 Nov 2011 17:28:29 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Jean-Michel Cousteau a featured guest at International Hotel, Motel &amp; Restaurant Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/jean-michel-cousteau-a-featured-guest-at-international-hotel--motel---restaurant-show,c9185834</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision416260</guid><description><![CDATA[Renowned ocean explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau will make a special appearance at the Concept Amenities Booth (#2657) on Monday, November 14 between 10 am – 2 pm at the Javits Center in New York City.
Melbourne, Australia November 10, 2011 – Renowned explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau will make a special appearance at the Concept Amenities Booth (#2657) at this year’s International Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Show (IHM&RS). The event will be held on Monday, November 14 between 10 am – 2 pm at the Javits Center in New York City.

The son of legendary oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, Jean-Michel]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:47:26 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Global guest amenity supplier unveils bold new branding and Company vibe</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/global-guest-amenity-supplier-unveils-bold-new-branding-and-company-vibe,c9185775</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision416189</guid><description><![CDATA[“At the heart of our mantra is our brand essence,” says Michael Matulick, chief executive officer at Concept Amenities.  “It expresses our brand values and our view of the world that drives us day in and day out. It also expresses the way we strive to make a positive difference in the lives of each other and our clients.”
Melbourne, Australia November 10, 2011 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, has a refreshing, new look. It’s all part of a rebranding campaign that puts a new face to a company whose cutting-edge concept]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 10 Nov 2011 16:41:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Luxury retail brands launch into Hospitality at International Hotel, Motel &amp; Restaurant Show</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/luxury-retail-brands-launch-into-hospitality-at-international-hotel--motel---restaurant-show,c9185111</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision415521</guid><description><![CDATA[Among the luxury brands expected to launch are Linden Leaves, French Connection; Australian Organics; MOR Cosmetic, V!VE and Jean-Michel Cousteau.
Melbourne, Australia November 9, 2011 – Concept Amenities, a global leader in the supply of environmentally responsible guest bath amenities, will introduce an exciting array of new retail brands at this year’s International Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Show (IHM&RS).

The event, which is scheduled for November 13-15, 2011 at the Javits Center in New York City, will also include a special appearance by world-renowned explorer and environmentalist]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 2011 22:29:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Responsible solution to landfill waste offered with Jean-Michel Cousteau By Marcoid</title><link>http://news.cision.com/concept-amenities/r/responsible-solution-to-landfill-waste-offered-with-jean-michel-cousteau-by-marcoid,c9160015</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision390976</guid><description><![CDATA[All plastic packaging components completely biodegrade in landfill to CO2, water and humus, leaving nothing that’s harmful to the environment behind.
Melbourne, Australia September 8, 2011 – It’s a sobering statistic: Despite the best efforts of green teams around the world, 95% of all items disposed of in hotel rooms end up in landfill. That includes some 5.5 billion hotel toiletry bottles per year.

Leave it to Jean-Michel Cousteau – son of legendary oceanographer Jacques Cousteau and founder of the Ocean Futures Society – to enlist an effective solution.

The famed explorer,]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 08 Sep 2011 16:52:57 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>