McKibbon Hospitality, an award-winning leader in hotel management, has appointed Amanda Chades as General Manager of Hilton Garden Inn Cape Canaveral, slated to open this fall.
Valor Hospitality Partners, a global leader in hotel management and development, continues to expand into key American markets with the opening of Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Its second property in Florida, the Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral is the perfect destination for business travelers and vacationing families—just steps away from the renowned Kennedy Space Center, cruise ports, popular beaches and nearby amusement parks. With 150 rooms and 36 suites, the newly opened property welcomed its first guest on October 12 of this year. The Holiday Inn Express Cape Canaveral offers a range of family-friendly amenities including an outdoor swimming pool, private pool cabanas, business space, extensive fitness center and complimentary breakfast to set guests up for a day filled with adventure.
A 15-year veteran of the hospitality industry, Kelly will head the sales department of the new Homewood Suites where she will foster new and existing customer relationships within the community. She has successfully held several sales management positions, most recently serving as director of sales for Intercontinental Hotels Group’s Staybridge Suites Plantation in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.
As general manager, Fraticelli will manage the property’s day-to-day operations and embrace LBA’s company-wide goal of providing exceptional guest service. Fraticelli has been immersed in the hospitality industry for more than 15 years, most recently as general manager of Hampton Inn Titusville, Fla. He has also served as area general manager for five other hotels.