CBRE's Head of Hotels Research and Data Analytics Rachael Rothman discusses the paradigm shift in wellness real estate: why Upscale Major Wellness properties outperform their counterparts in Luxury assets, the democratization of leisure amenities, and the evolution from wellness to longevity offerings. She explores regional investment opportunities across the globe while examining why amenities must now earn their right to exist in today's market.
Rethink Your Wellness Investment Strategy
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Rachael Rothman
Global Head of Hotels Research & Data Analysis
Rachael Rothman
Global Head of Hotels Research & Data Analysis
Rachael Rothman is the Global Head of Hotels Research & Data Analysis at CBRE, responsible for forecasting, thought leadership, and hospitality research consulting.
Rachael joined CBRE in 2021 after a 20-year career as a public hotel company executive and equity analyst in the hospitality industry. Her executive experience spans work as Chief Financial Officer at Apple Hospitality REIT and Head of Corporate Strategy and Investor Relations at Playa Hotels & Resorts. Before that, Rachael was a leading equity analyst for Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley, and Susquehanna International Group.
Ms. Rothman is a Board member of the International Luxury Hotel Association, a member of the Cornell Hotel Society, a CFA charter holder, ISHC, and the New York Society of Securities Analysts.
Rachael Rothman
Global Head of Hotels Research & Data Analysis
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