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Every Monday at 6:42 a.m. and 8:42 a.m., Rob Gilligan provides information on what's happening in the area of regional development in Southeast Missouri. Rob is the President and CEO of the Cape Chamber. Local support for "Let's Talk Business" is provided by Carved + Crafted Catering. (573) 651-2569

Let's Talk Business: City of Cape Releases Updated Hotel/Motel/Restaurant Receipts Report

Visit Cape

It is important to celebrate meaningful accomplishments.

The city of Cape just released the updated hotel/motel/restaurant receipts report, and it tells an amazing story. The last two months of hotel/motel receipts are the second and third highest in history. And the last two months of restaurant receipts are the highest and second highest totals in history. I’ll pause and let that sink in for a moment. Wow! What an amazing accomplishment in an industry sector highly affected by the pandemic. And it didn’t happen by accident.

Let’s recognize the people and teams responsible for this success. Our Visit Cape Team has stayed focused on continuing to solicit business for our area – always looking for, and seizing, opportunities. The City of Cape Parks and Rec Team has done a tremendous job in partnership with Visit Cape in booking sports tournaments and other events. Many local private clubs and interest groups have been successful in bringing events to our area resulting in room nights and restaurant visits. The University always plays a role in bringing people to the area. And all of you who have gone above and beyond to redirect your efforts and dollars to these local establishments have earned a big thank you!

But none of this happens without a local group of hoteliers, restaurant, bar, and lounge owners committed to excellence in their respective establishments. Thank you so much for your dedication!

Let’s keep it going.
 

John Mehner is the former President and CEO of the Cape Chamber.
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