Most recently Foden, a graduate from the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park in New York, worked as executive chef at Garbo’s in Austin where he designed and executed the Garbo’s menu.
Diana Bright Director of National Accounts for Santa Barbara Beach & Golf Resort
Diana Bright was previously account director, northeast, for the St. Regis Aspen Resort Hotel in Aspen, Colorado, where she received the President’s Club Award for extraordinary achievement.
The Westin Austin Downtown opens with homage to music scene
Most of the design inspiration comes from vintage guitars, so many parts of the Westin Austin Downtown subtly reflect various guitar components.
DoubleTree by Hilton opens in San Bernardino
Formerly the independently-owned Hotel San Bernardino, the property has completed a comprehensive $10 million renovation that includes modern updates throughout the guestrooms, meeting spaces and public areas.
Bob Frear named Director of Sales and Marketing at Pendry San Diego
Frear first joined Montage Hotels & Resorts in July 2002 as part of the pre-opening team at Montage Laguna Beach.
Bill Spicer named Director of Sales & Marketing at dual-branded Crowne Plaza and Staybridge Suites Atlanta Midtown
Returning to Atlanta after working in the New York hospitality scene for more than seven years, Spicer previously worked as the Director of Sales & Marketing at Hyatt Union Square New York.
Sandra Stockman new Director of Human Resources for The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe
Sandra Stockman was previously director of human resources for Billabong USA / Burleigh Point, Ltd, an action sports apparel and retail company of Irvine, California.
Bryant Soriano new Hotel Manager for Circa 39
In his new position, Soriano will manage all hotel services and staff development at Circa 39, including front-of-house operations, administration, food and beverage, and hotel programming.
Mauro Pinho joins The St. Regis Bal Harbour as Account Director of Luxury Leisure Sales
Pinho will manage key luxury leisure sales accounts within Latin America and Canada, drive sales projects, and develop and execute large-scale initiatives on behalf of The St. Regis Bal Harbour.
White Lodging announces new General Managers named in Q2 2015
In the last quarter, eight new GMs have been appointed across White Lodging’s 161 hotels in the United States.
