The Beyond Collection
True or False: The Beyond Collection specializes in one-of-a-kind, independent properties.
True
How many wives did Otto have?
Three
What is the US region has the most planner members in The Beyond Collection?
(West, South-East, Mid-West + Mountain, Mid-Atlantic, North-East)
South East
How many Hotel members does The Beyond Collection have?
200+
What verticals are represented by our F.O.C.A.S Summit?
Foundation. Organizations. Charity. Association. Society.
Beyond doesn't just book hotels, they create _______.
experiences
How many rooms does Hotel Emma have?
146
This phrase describes the current planner mindset of stretching smaller budgets across the same (or bigger) event goals.
Doing more with less
This document, sent to a hotel before an event, details room setup, AV needs, meal timing, and every other logistical requirement.
Banquet Event Order (BEO)
This French-derived term describes the highly personalized, anticipatory style of service luxury hotels pride themselves on.
"white glove" service
Who is the CEO and founder of The Beyond Collection?
Danielle Bishop
What is the name of Hotel Emma's hidden room?
The Key Room
This trend has groups requesting non-traditional spaces (rooftops, wine cellars, gardens) instead of standard ballrooms.
Alternative/Unconventional meeting space
This classic luxury move — quietly upgrading a VIP's room or adding a thoughtful touch without being asked — creates an unscripted "wow" moment.
What is a surprise upgrade
This category of programming — quiet rooms, movement breaks, healthier catering — has shifted from a premium add-on to a standard expectation.
Wellness Programming
What year was The Beyond Collection founded?
2001
In what District does Hotel Emma reside?
The Pearl
89% of event professionals say this has directly impacted their events in 2025 - what is it?
Staffing Shortages
This is the industry term for negotiating a lower rate in exchange for a longer booking window or multi-year commitment.
Multi-Year Rate Block
When groups face budget pressure, what is the most common adjustment they make rather than cancelling or downsizing their event?
Shift to a secondary market
Fill in the blank: The Beyond Collection's Mission statement is to be the most ___________ way for Meeting Planners & Luxury Hospitality Partners to connect, source & succeed together.
trusted
During the 19th Century, Hotel Emma was originally built as a __________
Brewhouse
Corporate planners increasingly ask for this kind of custom touch — surprise local chefs, hyper-tailored gifting — rather than standard banquet fare.
Personalization at Scale
Hotels that respond to group RFPs within 4 hours report win rates how much higher than those responding the same day or next day?
20 - 30% higher
95% of event teams expect AI usage to increase in 2026. But what percentage are actually seeing significant results from it today?
16%