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CORPORATE PHILOSOPHY Our
corporate philosophy is to differentiate ourselves from our more academically oriented
peers in the highly pragmatic, action-oriented approach we bring to the solution of client
problems. We also differ from the large accounting firms in that we can get involved in
implementation, sales and marketing activities on behalf of our clients, as well as in
seeking sources of equity and debt financing where at least part of our compensation can
be paid as a success fee. Among the special advantages of our approach are:
- Accessibility -- to specialists with the most up-to-date information on industry
developments and trends in markets, technology, consumerism, and regulations.
- Objectivity -- from experts not committed to any particular method of operation
or organizational structure.
- Follow-through -- by staff members helping clients implement action plans.
We bring to bear on every assignment a clear dedication to quality and responsiveness
to our client's needs and development timetable without compromising objectivity. Our
services are structured to provide exceptional value to our clients in articulating the
optimum development strategy, the most appropriate financing methodology, and a practical
approach to facility planning, marketing, management, and investment promotion. Through
this approach we can provide our clients with:
- A judicious utilization of our intimate knowledge of industry trends, blended with
analytical sophistication, sound business judgement, and objective evaluation;
- An integrated full-service program that resolves uncertainty about the future by
filtering and focusing often conflicting information that may militate against effective
decision making and purposeful development; and
- Continuity of service ranging from market and economic analyses through project
feasibility and appraisal and valuation of real property as well as implementation
assistance in raising debt and equity financing. These services can be expanded at the
client's option to include tax structuring; calculation of expected return on investment;
monitoring of construction costs; and assistance with negotiating franchise/management
agreements, lease terms, and mortgage financing.
For more than 30 years the principals of Arthur Consulting Group International have
helped private investors and real estate developers as well as government organizations
around the world deal with complex problems and issues involved in developing major
tourism, recreation and leisure oriented enterprises as well as associated community,
commercial, and support facilities.
Our hospitality travel and tourism group is staffed with experts with diverse
backgrounds, including engineers, economists, urban planners, policy analysts, as well as
specialists in hotels and lodging products, tourism planning and the development of
recreational amenities and other leisure time pursuits. Many of our staff have actual
industry experience having worked in all segments of the travel and tourism industry. When
specific projects require additional skills and perspective, we call on the relevant
outside experts whose knowledge and experience represent virtually every discipline and
industry.
Strategic Planning
Arthur Consulting Group's approach to strategic planning involves extensive
analysis of the market and competition, evaluation of strategic options, and assistance
with implementation of strategies to mesh with the objectives and capabilities of the
client. We assist with the development of detailed operational plans, and the
organizational restructuring needs to implement plans. Using our model, leading hotels in
the United States and around the world have successfully improved market share; larger
chains have seized growth opportunities.
Valuation
Arthur Consulting Group assists hotel clients with business valuation as well as
providing the economic basis for real estate appraisals. For hotels we assess the local
lodging market and competition, review past financial performance, and anticipated future
cash flow and present value analysis.
Economic Impact
For corporate and government clients interested in the development potential of a
particular area, Arthur Consulting Group International has analyzed alternate locations,
conducted highest and best use studies, and recommended specific sites and development
concepts for major new facilities. We have also evaluated the impact of tourism projects
on the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), employment, net foreign exchange retention and
government benefits and costs.
Market Research
Arthur Consulting Group International provides specialist services in tourism and
hospitality market research. Services range from focus groups to large surveys. Research
conducted for hotel companies includes:
- Demographic profiles of target segments
- New product evaluation
- Positioning
- Price sensitivity
- Impact of hotel award programs on hotel choice
- Tracking studies to evaluate awareness and usage
Feasibility Studies
Arthur Consulting Group's feasibility studies of potential hotel and resort
projects include:
- Assessment of the local market
- Examination of the competitive environment
- Evaluation of expected financial performance
- Prediction of likely financial returns.
Through computer modeling, we are able to show the sensitivity of key financial results
to difference operating assumptions and market conditions.
Litigation Support
Leading law firms have used ACGI to quantify damage claims and provide expert
witness services where our special blend of knowledge of economic trends and analytical
sophistication has enabled our clients to sustain their position in litigation
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