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Autograph Collection Introduces Hotel EMC2

Some might call it genius; all will call it "exactly like nothing else." Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), together with SMASHotels, an award-winning hospitality management company, announced the official opening of Hotel EMC2 in downtown Chicago. Celebrating the convergence of art and science through its design, cuisine and guest experience, Hotel EMC2 joins the diverse and dynamic portfolio of more than 100 Autograph Collection Hotels around the world that are independent, one-of-a-kind and champion values of vision, design and craft.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Sarah Graff has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

A Chicago-based hospitality professional since 2011, Graff joins the sales team from Conrad Chicago, where she worked closely with Lorenc to execute sales programs and initiatives for the hotel. Graff will be responsible for booking the downtown Chicago market for both hotels. Prior to this, Graff served as Group Sales Manager of AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, where she developed creative strategies to increase awareness and introduce the b rand in the United States. Prior to this, Graff served as Sales Coordinator of Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, where she was part of the pre-opening team.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Rachel Levy has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Working closely with the senior sales team, Levy will focus on the Northeast U.S. and Eastern Canada territories and joins the team from Waldorf Astoria Chicago. A native Chicagoan, Levy’s experience in the hotel business spans over 12 years and includes both sales and conference services with Destination Hotels, InterContinental Hotels, and internships with Four Seasons Hotels and Starwood’s Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin. Additionally, Levy completed a nine-month assignment in Beijing during the 2008 Summer Olympics.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Rachel Clark has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Joining the team from Hilton Worldwide, Clark will play an integral role in the senior sales team, with a focus on sports bookings plus the West Coast and Western Canada market segments. Beginning her career with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in an operations capacity, Clark’s experience in the hotel industry spans over ten years and includes both group and business travel sales and conference services with Hyatt Hotels, Hilton Worldwide and internships with Starwood Hotel & Resorts.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Katie Lorenc has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Lorenc joined Conrad Chicago as part of the pre-opening team in March 2016 as Senior Sales Manager. In her new dual role, Lorenc will be responsible for booking groups from the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast an d Texas markets for both Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago. Lorenc started her hospitality career in operations working for the Fairmont Chicago, where she developed her skills in multiple areas, including rooms, revenue management, and food and beverage. Prior to joining Conrad Chicago in 2016, Lorenc served as Group Sales Manager of The Langham Chicago.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Blythe Shaver has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago are pleased to announce the appointment of five senior sales managers to lead the sales programs and initiatives at the two elite luxury properties. As part of the newly created roles, Blythe Shaver, Katie Lorenc, Rachel Clark, Rachel Levy, CMP, and Sarah Graff will work closely together to execute all aspects of the sales division for the 215-room Waldorf Astoria Chicago and the 287-room Conrad Chicago, both owned by hotelier Laurence Geller. The fiv e senior sales managers will report directly to Gordon Taylor III, Director of Sales and Marketing of Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Tod Chambers has been appointed as Managing Director at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

The AAA Mobil Five Diamond Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago have appointed Tod Chambers as Managing Director of the two premier luxury properties located within The Magnificent Mile. In his new dual role, Chambers will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the luxury 215-room and 287-room hotels, both owned by Laurence Geller, reporting directly to Pascal Duchauffour, Area Vice President of Operations-Luxury Hotels, The Americas.

Marriott
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Rebranding

Chicago's Notable Blackstone Hotel Joins Autograph Collection Hotels

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced The Blackstone will join the brand's diverse and distinguished portfolio of over 100 independent hotels around the world. A hallmark of hospitality and history in the Windy City, the hotel shares the brand's values of vision, design and craft and its exactly like nothing else mantra.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Cambria Hotels Opens its Second Chicago Property in the Loop - Theatre District

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, in partnership with developer Murphy Asset Management and management company Crescent Hotels & Resorts, announced today the opening of the Cambria Chicago Loop - Theatre District. This is the brand's second property in Chicago. The Magnificent Mile hotel opened in November 2016.

Cambria Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Hotel Versey Opens Its Doors As Chicago's Newest Lifestyle Hotel

Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC, the Chicago-based hotel management affiliate of Oxford Capital Group, LLC, today proudly announce the opening of Hotel Versey, its newest lifestyle hotel in the heart of Lincoln Park – Lakeview. Located at the intersection of West Diversey Parkway, North Clark Street, and North Broadway, the newly renovated 137-room hotel is housed within Chicago"s 1920"s Diversey Arms building, which was previously the Days Inn Chicago. Once known fondly as the "Rock and Roll Days Inn," the transformed property honors its history and location through its contemporary design and invites guests to "Stay Like a Local" in the city"s diverse and lively Northside. Rates start at $229.

Hotel Versey
Chicago, United States
Development Opening

Viceroy Chicago Opening September 2017

Viceroy Chicago, located in the exclusive Gold Coast neighborhood, will mark Viceroy"s first destination in the Windy City. Located at the site of the 1920s-era Cedar Hotel, among historic mansions and just steps to the Magnificent Mile and Lake Michigan, Viceroy Chicago will offer a locally-inspired luxury experience with 180 guestrooms and suites.

Viceroy
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Appointment

Tijs Klerx has been appointed as General Manager at Viceroy Chicago

Originally from The Netherlands, Tijs Klerx got his start in hospitality with a degree from the International Hotel Management School at the NHTV University of Applied Sciences in Breda. Before graduating, Klerx began working with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. Over the course of his seven years spent with the company, he worked largely with guests in leadership roles, starting as Duty Manager at The Park Lane Sheraton Hotel in London and worked his way up to Director of Front Office at The Westin Los Angeles Airport Hotel.

Viceroy
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Renovation

The Historic Talbott Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Property, Plans May Reopening Following Extensive $20M Renovation

The Talbott Hotel (20 E. Delaware Pl.), a Joie de Vivre boutique property, announced today that it will officially re-open in May following a four-month, comprehensive renovation. The historic hotel, originally constructed in 1927, received a full interior refresh driven by KARA MANN, the celebrated Chicago-based interior design icon.

JdV by Hyatt
Chicago, Illinois, United States