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Vidit Dalal has been appointed as Director of Rooms at W Aspen

Vidit Dalal has been appointed Director of Rooms, where he will lead and elevate the hotel's front-of-house and rooms operations with a focus on exceptional guest experience and seamless operations. He brings strong leadership and hospitality expertise to the role, having previously served in senior rooms and housekeeping leadership roles at well-regarded luxury properties, including his work in rooms leadership at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge and Fairmont Banff Springs. Dalal's background reflects a deep commitment to service quality, team development, and delivering memorable stays. Joining W Aspen felt like a natural next step, bringing together his love for mountain hospitality, Marriott roots, and commitment to leading with authenticity and care.

Marriott
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Appointment

Christian Quiñones has been appointed as Director of Culinary at W Aspen

Award-winning chef Christian Quiñones has been appointed Director of Culinary at W Aspen, bringing more than 20 years of professional cooking and leadership experience to the role. Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Quiñones is recognized for his forward-thinking culinary approach and passion for developing the next generation of hospitality professionals. Quiñones most recently served as Executive Chef at Signia by Hilton Atlanta, where he led expansive culinary operations and multiple food and beverage concepts. His career includes accolades such as Culinary Manager of the Year by the Greater Miami and the Beaches Hotel Association, Young Entrepreneur of the Year by SWIA, and recognition as one of the Three Best Young Chefs of Puerto Rico by Primera Voz. He has also competed and won in high-profile culinary competitions, including MasterChef Latino. In his new role, Quiñones will lead all culinary programming at W Aspen, overseeing menu development, kitchen operations, and experiential dining concepts that reflect both local influences and global inspiration.

Marriott
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Appointment

Kim French has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The St. Regis Aspen Resort

The St. Regis Aspen Resort is pleased to announce the promotion of Kim French to Director of Sales and Marketing, where she will play a pivotal role in driving The Resort's continued growth and iconic reputation. While overseeing the property's development and financial success, French plans to implement sales and marketing strategies that attract new business and maintain The Resort's position as a leader within the luxury hospitality space.

St. Regis
Aspen, Colorado, United States
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Willis Xu has been appointed as Director of Beverage & Food at W Aspen

W Aspen, the premier hub for year-round adventure renowned for their delectable culinary offerings, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Willis Xu as the new Director of Beverage & Food for the hotel and the Sky Residences at W Aspen. With over a decade of experience in the global luxury hospitality industry, Willis brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep-rooted passion for exceptional service to his new role.

Marriott
Aspen, Colorado, United States
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Gregg Fracassa has been appointed as General Manager at Viewline Resort Snowmass, an Autograph Collection Hotel

Viewline Resort Snowmass, an Autograph Collection Hotel and mid-mountain resort in the heart of Colorado's Snowmass Village, announces the appointment of Gregg Fracassa as General Manager. With over 25 years of experience, Fracassa brings his passion for community and genuine relationships to the sophisticated 254-room Viewline Resort Snowmass, where he will oversee day-to-day operations. In his new role as General Manager, Fracassa will lead the strategic implementation of key business initiatives, along with forthcoming operational updates and his contagious enthusiasm for innovative approaches to hospitality.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Appointment

Martin Magdeburg has been appointed as General Manager at W Aspen

The W Aspen in Colorado recently announced the appointment of Martin Magdeburg as its general manager. Magdeburg embarked on his career in the hospitality industry at a tender age, starting with an apprenticeship at The Ritz-Carlton Schlosshotel in his native city, Berlin. His journey took him to prestigious establishments such as the Hôtel Plaza Athenée in New York, l'Ermitage in Beverly Hills, and the Setai Miami Beach.

Marriott
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Development Opening

Luxury Boutique Aspen Hotel Opened

Located at the corner of Garmsich and Main Streets across from Paepcke Park, the hotel features 68 guestrooms and a distinctive selection of public spaces including: a lobby retail boutique, roof terrace spa pool set to open Spring 2024, and flexible event spaces. In addition to this the hotel also features a delectable food & beverage program led by the award-winning, Gin & Luck (behind Death & Co) which consists of a spacious lobby restaurant and bar with year-round heated outdoor seating, a laid-back all-day café, and serviced roof terrace.

HayMax Hotels
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Development Pipeline

Snow Lodge Aspen to Open Next Week at The St. Regis Aspen Resort

The Snow Lodge, the sister property of The Surf Lodge in Montauk, will open inside the St. Regis Aspen Resort on December 22nd, 2021. Founder and Creative Director of The Surf Lodge, Jayma Cardoso, is partnering with Stephane De Baets of Elevated Returns (Chef's Club) to unveil a new restaurant and entertainment concept for the season, The Snow Lodge Supper Club. The venue will be part supper club, part lounge with seasonal cuisine and innovative cocktails designed by the award-winning team behind Dante, crowned the "World's Best Bar" in 2019.

St. Regis
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Appointment

Marlon Rambaran has been named Executive Chef at Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Resorts Collection, Aspen's luxurious mountainside retreat and most storied hotel, today announces Marlon Rambaran as executive chef. Rambaran brings more than 20 years of culinary experience at some of the nation's top kitchens to his new role. Classically trained with a focus on French, Italian, Mediterranean and Japanese cuisines, he presents a new and dynamic perspective to the property's beloved dining outlets. In addition to helping the resort's signature mountain restaurant Prospect, Rambaran will oversee all food and beverage operations for the resort, including J-Bar, The Living Room, The Garden, the soon-to-open speakeasy Bad Harriet, as well as in-room dining, catering and creative pop-up culinary activations.

Auberge Collection
Aspen, Colorado, United States
Development Renovation

Colorado’s Limelight Hotel Aspen Undergoing Renovation Ahead of November 2021 Season Opening

Following a six-month renovation, the Limelight Hotel Aspen will welcome guests at the start of the 2021/22 ski season in November of 2021. The beloved hotel in the heart of Aspen next to Wagner Park is currently undergoing a top-to-bottom refresh, which includes public spaces such as the Limelight Lounge, conference room, lobby, and bar, as well as all 126 guestrooms and suites and en-suite baths. Upgrades and improvements include a new arrival experience with the relocation of the reception desk and surrounding retail space, the addition of a Kids Club area, expanded seating for dining, as well as a relocation of the stage area in the Lounge to better accommodate events.

Limelight Hotels
Aspen, Colorado, United States