Phoenix—InnDependent Boutique Collection, a division of InnSuites Hospitality Trust is rapidly expanding. Its network now includes 3,700 properties in 39 countries.

Created by independent hoteliers, the IBC hotel network provides a revenue channel that supports the specific challenges independent properties face. IBC is bringing back the simple cost effective 10% travel agent commission and is a growing network of like-minded independent hotels. These hotels now have access to a full-blown loyalty program, large-scale strategic partnerships and technology enhancements for continued success.

IBC Hotels president, Pamela Barnhill, tells GlobeSt.com, “My father actually started this company 40 years ago; he was more on the real estate side and I am more on the tech side. It was the case, many years ago, that we used to complain about the 10% agent commission. Now there are basically two internet companies that own and control the internet travel business. On the average, they are taking 30% of the hotel revenues off the top. We see a need for a more cost effective channel.”