EthoSteam Selected as Preferred High-Speed Internet Vendor for Destination Hotels & Resorts
Germantown, MD, - EthoStream, LLC, a Telkonet company (AMEX: TKO), operators of one of the largest hospitality high-speed Internet access (HSIA) networks in the U.S., and a preferred or endorsed provider for some of the world's largest hotel franchisors, has been named a preferred vendor for Destination Hotels & Resorts. The fifth largest independent hospitality management company in the country, Destination Hotels & Resorts operates more than 30 independent, luxury and upscale hotels, resorts and golf clubs. EthoStream is providing the company with a complete broadband solution, including wired and wireless Internet access and remote printing from guest rooms.
EthoStream was selected on the basis of its competitive pricing, as well as the quality and overall capability of its solution. EthoStream's quick response time was also a key factor, with the most recent installations completed within a few days.
Jeff Henschel, Assistant Vice President of Technology of Destination Hotels & Resorts, commented, "EthoStream has a reputation for impeccable quality of service, which is exactly what we have experienced with the hotel properties that have been installed with their system to-date. Their remote management console is an invaluable tool from a corporate perspective, as I can remotely view and manage all properties and Internet users from one location, in real time. I also welcome their new affiliation with Telkonet, as they offer a viable, cost-effective way to provide high-speed Internet access to our older hotels - its powerline communications technology eliminates the need to wire a building with CAT-5."
Jason Tienor, CEO and president of EthoStream, added, "We are pleased to provide Destination Hotels & Resorts with broadband Internet access solutions and plan on a long and fruitful relationship with them."
About Destination Hotels & Resorts
Destination Hotels & Resorts is a privately held lodging management company headquartered in suburban Denver, Colo. With more than 30 independent, luxury and upscale hotels, resorts and golf clubs, Destination is the fifth largest independent hospitality management company in the country. The company's portfolio features more than 7,000 guest rooms, 10 golf courses and 11 full-service spas. Destination Hotels & Resorts properties are located in key metropolitan and resort markets including Washington, D.C., Houston, Chicago, Denver, Dallas, San Diego, Aspen, Austin, Phoenix, Portland, Palm Springs, Maui and Lake Tahoe. For more information on the properties in the Destination Hotels & Resorts collection, please visit http://www.destinationhotels.com/.
About EthoStream
EthoStream, LLC is a technology solution provider targeting the hospitality and MDU/MTU verticals. Operating one of the largest hospitality high-speed Internet access (HSIA) networks in the U.S., EthoStream is a preferred or endorsed provider for some of the world's largest hotel franchisors. Now offering solutions including VOD, VoIP, digital video surveillance, Internet connectivity and HSIA packages, EthoStream has developed the most comprehensive technology management platform available for the hospitality industry.
EthoStream has distanced itself from other providers in the hospitality HSIA field through the size of its EthoStream Hospitality Network, high quality of technology and support provided to network members, security of the network and overall guest satisfaction. Beyond claims made by competitors, as the premier hospitality HSIA provider, EthoStream has continued to lead the industry through end-to-end service and its high quality standards. To learn more about EthoStream's products, services and EthoStream Hospitality Network, please visit http://www.ethostream.com.
About Telkonet
Telkonet develops and markets technology for the high-speed transmission of secure voice, video and data communications over in-premise and shipboard electrical wiring. The revolutionary Telkonet iWire System utilizes proven powerline communications (PLC) technology to deliver commercial high-speed broadband access from an IP "platform" that is easy to deploy, reliable and cost-effective by leveraging a building's existing electrical infrastructure. Telkonet's products are designed for use in commercial and residential applications, including multi-dwelling units and the hospitality and government markets. Applications supported by the Telkonet "platform" include but are not limited to: VoIP telephones, Internet connectivity, local area networking, video teleconferencing, IP surveillance, energy management and a host of other IT services. For more information, please visit www.telkonet.com.
