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Hyatt Regency (South Congress Hotel) Lays Off All Staff for Year-Long Renovation

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
50
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023

What we know

Location: Austin, Texas, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Hyatt Regency (South Congress Hotel) has announced that it will close for a year due to major renovations, resulting in the layoff of all staff. The closure and subsequent layoffs are part of a significant overhaul aimed at enhancing the hotel's facilities. Although the exact number of employees affected has not been disclosed, the decision impacts the entire workforce at the hotel. This move reflects the company's strategy to improve its offerings and maintain competitiveness in the hospitality market. The hotel is expected to remain closed for the duration of the renovations, which are set to last for one year.

Hyatt Regency cut 50 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

LayoffTalk has tracked 4 layoff events at Hyatt Regency since October 2023, affecting a combined 476 employees.

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Hyatt Regency cut 50 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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EVENTS TRACKED
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AFFECTED SINCE 2023
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