Viviano comes to Montage Kapalua Bay from the St. Regis Aspen Resort & Spa in Colorado, where he was the “CheF&B”.
Summit Hotel Properties Executive Chairman Kerry W. Boekelheide steps down
Thomas W. Storey, a director since the completion of the Company’s initial public offering in February 2011 and current Chairman of the Company’s Corporate Nominating and Governance Committee, will assume the role of Chairman of the Board.
Starwood announces Tribute Portfolio and Element dual-branded development in Fort Lauderdale
The 209-room Tribute Portfolio hotel and 114-room Element hotel will share facilities including a “sky lobby” on the 7th floor and a fitness center and indoor/outdoor pool deck on the 24th floor.
Diana Wellman promoted to Director of Operations for The Chattanoogan Hotel
Diana Wellman was previously director of conference services for The Chattanoogan, following a decade serving as a key member of Benchmark’s global task force team.
Michael Robinson new Director of Sales and Marketing at Embassy Suites Cincinnati
Most recently Robinson served as director of sales and marketing at Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Hotel & Conference Center in Columbus, Ohio.
Hotel Ivy, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Minneapolis completes renovation
The Luxury Collection is investing in marquee hotel conversions and landmark renovations in diverse U.S. destinations, including Key West, Lake Tahoe, San Antonio and San Francisco.
Lawrence Hou named General Manager of the Best Western JFK Airport Hotel
Hou, an 11-year hospitality industry veteran who has served in hotel management roles throughout Manhattan, will oversee all aspects of the 88-room hotel’s operations.
Laurie Hobbs joins Marcus Hotels & Resorts as Vice President of Marketing
Hobbs joins Marcus Hotels & Resorts with 30 years of experience in marketing communications for the hospitality industry, most recently serving as Director of Marketing for Blue Harbor Resort, Spa & Conference Center in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
Fritz Zwahlen joins The Carillon Hotel & Spa as Vice President and Executive Chef
Zwahlen will oversee food and beverage operations at the resort, including the revamping and expanding of current menu offerings.
Jessica Milton named Regional Director of Public Relations-Florida for Benchmark
Jessica Milton comes to Benchmark Hospitality International with 12 years of public relations experience, including time invested within the hospitality and travel industries.
