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Robert J. McCarthy has been appointed as Chairman at Hotel Development Partners (HDP)

As chairman of the firm’s executive board, Mr. McCarthy serves as a driving force in setting forward the strategy for the growth of HDP. His experience in all markets and his strong brand knowledge highlight his ability to lead HDP's expanding portfolio with a focus on Marriott-branded hotels. HDP’s active development projects include new Residence Inns in both Miami Beach/Surfside and Dunwoody/Atlanta Perimeter Center as well as the Hampton Inn & Suites Dunwoody/Perimeter Center. More than a dozen acquisition and new development deals are in process including several existing Marriott-branded hotels under contract. "Bob's depth of knowledge and his network of relationships within the hospitality industry are invaluable to HDP and will enhance the quality of our portfolio and operations," said Allen T. O'Brien, CEO, Hotel Development Partners. “I look forward to working with him as we identify unique opportunities for hospitality investment.” Mr. McCarthy retired from Marriott International in March 2014 where he spent thirty-eight years in multiple assignments including sales and marketing, brand, operations, and executive positions. Before joining HDP, he founded McCarthy Investments, LLC and currently serves as its chairman.

Hotel Equities
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Jolyon Bulley has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) Americas at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG)

InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), one of the world's leading hotel companies, announces the appointment of Jolyon Bulley to the position of Americas Chief Operating Officer (COO). Jolyon will be responsible for leading the operations for IHG's portfolio of more than 3,600 hotels, as well as further strengthening IHG's existing franchisee relationships and developing new ones. He also will serve on the Americas Regional Executive Committee and be based at IHG's regional headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

IHG
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Robert Mitchell has been appointed as Senior Food & Beverage Operations Manager at Renaissance Atlanta Midtown

As Food & Beverage Operations Manager, Mitchell will oversee Briza and Rooftop 866, room service, and food and beverage for meetings and events. He was recently the executive chef for JW Marriott Atlanta Buckhead and has a passion for delivering quality food and service. Prior to his time in Atlanta, he was a leader in the kitchens at New Orleans Marriott Downtown at the Convention Center, New Orleans Marriott, and Kurrents Restaurant at Marco Island Marriott Beach Resort, Golf Club & Spa. He has also earned awards at New Orleans' Wine & Food Experience.

Marriott
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Debra Desaulniers has been appointed as Assistant General Manager at Renaissance Atlanta Midtown

Throughout her career, Assistant GM Desaulniers has boosted revenue and guest satisfaction at numerous hotels and restaurants throughout the south. She was recently the Director of Food & Beverage Operations at Tampa Airport Marriott, where she oversaw all of the hotel's dining services. While there, she was able to increase service levels, develop lasting community relationships and improve GSS scores. Her awards and accolades include a Marriott ACE Award, a silver medal in the Golden Duck Competition in Zurich, selected chef status for the 5/30 Challenge in the Atlanta Journal Constitution, and a feature in Naomi's Home Companion cookbook.

Marriott
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Kerry Dyer has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta

Dyer will be responsible for developing and executing all sales and marketing activities for the luxury hotel located in Buckhead. With two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Dyer joins Mandarin Oriental, Atlanta from Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts corporate office based in Atlanta, where she held the position of Director of Travel Industry Sales. Her tenure with Four Seasons began in Chicago as Incentives Manager, Worldwide Sales and subsequently she was promoted to Director of Travel Industry Sales for the Americas.

Mandarin Oriental
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Nabil Ghanem has been appointed as General Manager at Holiday Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport-North

Nabil Ghanem has been named General Manager of the Holiday Inn & Suites Atlanta Airport-North, a 330-room full service hotel located adjacent to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, GA. Nabil was previously, since 2009, the General Manager of the Holiday Inn Atlanta-Perimeter.Nabil started his career with Marriott Hotels Company as Executive Chef of 4 hotels in Missourri, Kansas and New Jersey. He was later promoted as Marriott's Director Of Food & Beverage, which relocated him to Atlanta to join the MMS division of Marriott. As part of the Davidson Hotel Company as Director of Operations, Nabil helped open the 500-room Miami Beach Resort, among other hotels. After leaving Davidson, he was the General Manager of a 700-room hotel consisting of 85,000 square feet of meeting space at the Kahler Grand Hotel - Rochester. In 2009, Nabil relocated back to Atlanta to work with First Call Hospitality, Inc. to give his family an opportunity for stability in one location.

First Call Hospitality, Inc.
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Bryan Johns has been appointed as Operations Manager at Aloft Atlanta Downtown

Georgia's first Aloft hotel continues to progress towards an opening during the first quarter of 2014 with Banyan Investment Group filling three of the hotel's key executive positions -- Terry Hitt as General Manager; Tonya Graham as Director of Sales & Communication; and Bryan Johns as Operations Manager.Johns has most recently managed food and beverage operations at the St. Regis Hotel in Atlanta. Previously, he held a similar position at the W Atlanta Midtown. He earned a degree in hospitality administration at the University of Phoenix.

Starwood
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Terry Hitt has been appointed as General Manager at Aloft Atlanta Downtown

Georgia's first Aloft hotel continues to progress towards an opening during the first quarter of 2014 with Banyan Investment Group filling three of the hotel's key executive positions -- Terry Hitt as General Manager; Tonya Graham as Director of Sales & Communication; and Bryan Johns as Operations Manager. Hitt has more than 15 years of experience as a general manager, most recently at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott, a 405-room convention hotel in Norfolk, Virginia. He has also managed the Omaha Marriott, the Richmond (Virginia) Marriott, the Sheraton West Palm Beach, the Harrisburg (Pennsylvania) Crowne Plaza, and the Jacksonville Marriott. He earned his undergraduate degree in business administration at Berry College in Georgia.

Starwood
Atlanta, Georgia, United States