Search

Appointment

Ben Logan has been appointed as General Manager at Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel

John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts (JQH) today announced that Ben Logan has been hired as the new general manager of the company’s Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel located north of downtown Dallas. With 24 years of hospitality experience, including in-depth knowledge of the Dallas/Richardson market, Logan will oversee management of this TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame hotel. The 335-room/suite, AAA Four Diamond property is owned and operated by Springfield, Missouri-based JQH under license from Marriott International, Inc. or one of its affiliates. JQH is a leading private, independent owner and manager of hotels in the United States.

John Q. Hammons
Dallas, Texas, United States
Ad Guide
The next-gen metrics that move hotel P&L

Hotel tech has changed what's possible – and measurable. RevPAR and ADR aren't enough; discover the metrics that really matter. 
Mews
Ad Be seen. Be trusted.
Why Hospitality Net Leads B2B in Hospitality

Learn what makes us the industry-leader in what we do.
Hospitality Net
Appointment

Stephanie McClure has been appointed as Director of Sales at JQH’s Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel

John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts (JQH) today announced that Stephanie McClure has joined the company as the new director of sales at JQH’s Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel located north of downtown Dallas. With 18 years of hospitality experience, including with Marriott brands and primarily based in Texas, McClure will oversee the sales and marketing team of this TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame hotel. The 335-room/suite, AAA Four Diamond hotel is owned and operated by Springfield, Missouri-based JQH under license from Marriott International, Inc. or one of its affiliates. JQH is a leading private, independent owner and manager of hotels in the United States.Most recently, McClure served as vice president of training and leadership at Texas-based Pillar Hotels & Resorts, where she guided more than 100 general managers and sales leaders through the required Marriott Access Edge training as a Marriott Certified Coach. She also held the positions of regional vice president of sales and regional director of sales during her time with the company. In addition, McClure was regional director of sales and director of sales and marketing for Prism Hotels & Resorts in Dallas, where she was responsible for a portfolio of 15 full-service hotels. She is active in the hospitality industry, including having served on the Board of Directors of the Dallas Hospitality Marketing Association for Holiday Inn and on the Board of Directors for the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI)/Dallas Chapter. McClure also volunteers in her local community with an emphasis on education and sports. She currently serves on the Allen Eagles Lacrosse Club Executive Board in Texas and also has participated on the Allen Eagles Home Run Club Board of Directors and Allen Sports Association Lacrosse Board. McClure holds a bachelor of business administration from Texas A&M University − Commerce.

John Q. Hammons
Dallas, Texas, United States
Appointment

Chris Stanley has been appointed as Executive Sous Chef at Sheraton Dallas Hotel

As Executive Sous Chef, Stanley is responsible for supporting Executive Chef Stuart Race and the culinary team by overseeing the day-to-day culinary operations for the hotel meeting and banquet spaces, in-room dining, and three hotel dining options: The Kitchen Table Restaurant and Lounge, a full-service restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, offering authentic American cuisine; Draft Media Sports Lounge, a sports nirvana featuring more than a dozen local and international draft beers, 23 flat-screen TVs and signature menu items such as pizzas and burgers; and Peet’s Coffee and Tea, a shop serving grab-and-go items such as breakfast and lunch sandwiches, sweets and specialty coffee drinks.

Starwood
Dallas, Texas, United States
Appointment

Tom Santora has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer at ALHIs Global Sales Office

Growing ALHIs Executive Team with recent Chief Marketing Officer & Senior VP of Sales for Omni Hotels & Resorts to Lead ALHIs Worldwide Commercial Strategy & Branding. To address the significant growth of its worldwide hotel and resort membership, its growing client base and demand for its Global Sales Organization (GSO) services, Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI) has announced the addition of highly respected hospitality industry sales, marketing and operations executive Tom Santora as Chief Commercial Officer to its executive leadership team. In the newly created executive-level positio n, Santora is responsible for overseeing the commercial strategy and the further development of the ALHI brand and alliances worldwide, according to ALHI CEO David Gabri.

Associated Luxury Hotels International (ALHI)
Dallas, Texas, United States
Supplier News Technology

DHISCO Partners with Nirvana, Continuing Reach into Middle East

DHISCO Inc., the world's leading hospitality distribution company, today announced it has been selected by the Abu Dhabi-based tour operator Nirvana Travel and Tourism LLC to power its global growth. The partnership is the latest in a series of new alliances DHISCO has forged to help the growing Middle East travel sector expand globally by ensuring companies like Nirvana Travel and Tourism have access to the best rates and room inventory around the world through its online booking system.

Dallas, Texas, United States
Appointment

Shannon Kelly has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Highland Dallas - Curio Collection by Hilton

he Highland Dallas is thrilled to announce the appointment of Shannon Kelly as director of sales and marketing. Shannon brings more than twenty years of executive experience in the fields of hospitality and technology to his new role at the recently transformed hotel. In his position, Shannon will manage all aspects of the sales and marketing division, including leading strategic initiatives and executing dynamic campaigns that will continue the growth and recognition of The Highland. A decorated alumnus of the US Naval Academy and a University of Maryland graduate, Shannon has directed a number of highly successful teams in the industry. Most recently, Shannon was general manager of the Hilton Melbourne Rialto Place in Florida where he was named “GM of the Year” by Expotel Hospitality. Previous experience includes the role of director of sales & marketing for properties such as the Hilton & Doubletree Melbourne Beach Oceanfront in Florida, the Doubletree Dallas Market Center in Texas and the Lodge of Four Seasons Golf Resort & Spa in Missouri. Additionally, Shannon founded Kelly Hospitality Consulting, a consulting group that provides clients with marketing, public relations and task force sales and operations training.

Hilton
Dallas, Texas, United States