Renaissance Dallas Hotel Completes Phase Two of Multimillion Dollar Renovation
The Renaissance Dallas Hotel managed by Marriott International has completed the final phase of its multimillion dollar renovation.
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Crowne Plaza®-Dallas Market Center Hotel Completes Multi-Million Dollar Renovation
Pacifica Host Hotels announces today that the newly-redesigned Crowne Plaza®-Dallas Market Center hotel has wrapped up its multi-million dollar renovation. The hotel's owner and operator has invested in the following renovations to its 21-story, 354-room property:
Zach Lybbert has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Cambria Downtown Dallas
Cambria Downtown Dallas, located in the historic Tower Petroleum building and managed by Filmore Hospitality, announces the appointment of Zach Lybbert as Director of Sales and Marketing.
Kendahl Rasnick has been named Director of Sales at AC Hotel & Residence Inn In North Dallas
Ms. Rasnick has most recently been with Hilton Worldwide since 2002, where her responsibilities included Director of Sales for Worldwide Accounts and Director of Sales Automation for Small & Medium-sized Enterprises. Her experience also includes serving as General Manager at the AmeriSuites Hotel in Dallas and in sales positions at properties such as the Holiday Inn Select in Dallas and the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza in Los Angeles.
Marissa Maguire has been named General Manager at AC Hotel & Residence Inn In North Dallas
Marissa Maguire, who has 12 years of hotel management experience, becomes General Manager of the property, while Kendahl Rasnick, with more than 30 years of experience in hotel sales and marketing, becomes Director of Sales. Mrs. Maguire has served in management and operations positions at multiple hotels, notably the Hilton Garden Inn as well as the Courtyard by Marriott in College Station; the Courtyard at Houston Galleria; and the dual brand Courtyard and Residence Inn in downtown Houston.
Marisol Lopez has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at CANVAS Hotel Dallas
Marisol Lopez is an exemplary leader in the Dallas hotel scene with more than 15 years of experience. A Texas native, Ms. Lopez's career evolved from director of sales, to hotel manager at NYLO Dallas South Side, to most recently accepting the distinguished role of director of sales and marketing at the new CANVAS Hotel Dallas. Lopez was recognized as Manager of the Year in 2014 and 2016. She led the successful transition of NYLO Dallas into new management with Intrigue Hotels & Resorts by Interstate in October 2018, including the transition and launch from NYLO Dallas to CANVAS Hotel Dallas this year.
Jared Williams has been appointed as General Manager at CANVAS Hotel Dallas
With more than 13 years of experience across various properties throughout Texas, Jared Williams has earned a well-rounded career, and a proven deep understanding of all facets of hotel management. Previously, Mr. Williams served as general manager for the AAA Four Diamond Highland Dallas. In addition, he earned Hotel Manager of the Year and Hotel of the Year awards at AAA Four Diamond Magnolia Hotel in downtown Houston. He now brings his award-winning leadership to CANVAS Hotel Dallas as general manager.
Hall Group and Crescent Hotels & Resorts Plan Fall 2019 Opening of HALL Arts Hotel in Dallas Arts District
Dallas-based real estate developer Hall Group and Crescent Hotels & Resorts announced today the opening date of the highly-anticipated HALL Arts Hotel, which is currently under construction and set to open in the fall of 2019 in Dallas' Arts District. The first hotel to open in the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation, HALL Arts Hotel will channel the energy and vitality of the Dallas Arts District into an environment that celebrates the enriching, inspiring, transformative power of the arts.
Zeb Hartline has been appointed as Executive Chef at Sheraton Dallas Hotel
Hartline joins the Sheraton Dallas with more than 15 years in the food and beverage industry, and proven experience in building teams, increasing profits, and improving quality for high-volume convention centers and resorts. His addition to the team is instrumental as the downtown convention hotel currently undergoes a multimillion dollar renovation, including the addition of multiple food and beverage outlets and redesign of existing ones.
CANVAS Hotel Dallas Opening in 2019
Formerly known as NYLO Dallas South Side, CANVAS is created and managed by INTRIGUE Hotels & Resorts, the independent lifestyle division of Interstate Hotels & Resorts. CANVAS Hotel Dallas is an art-centric home base for modern trendsetters, an inspirational hub for relentless artisans, and a destination for locals to be creatively inspired while enjoying world-class dining and unparalleled skyline views.
Stuart Race has been appointed as Executive Chef at Delta Hotels - Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center
Stuart Race comes to his new position with extensive experience with large meeting and event properties. He was previously executive chef for the Sheraton Dallas Hotel and Convention Center. Chef Race has also served as executive chef for the Phoenix Convention Center, the Boston Park Plaza Hotel and Towers and the Westin Galleria Dallas.
Belinda Daniel has been appointed as Director of Sales at Dallas Marriott Las Colinas
Clifton Thiebaud, General Manager of the Dallas Marriott Las Colinas, has announced the recent addition of Belinda Daniel as Director of Sales for the 364-room hotel located on Lake Carolyn in Irving, Texas. Ms. Daniel has been in various sales roles for 18 years, including roles with Olympus America in Irving, IBM Corporation in Dallas before entering the hospitality industry in 2010 as Business Travel Sales Manager at the Dallas/Fort Worth Marriot Hotel & Golf Club at Champions Circle. During her time there she met and exceeded monthly and quarterly goals averaging 128% and was named Sales Manager of the Year in 2013. She was also awarded the HEI Winners Circle for exceeding goals 120 percent. In 2015 Ms. Daniel joined the Radisson Hotel Fossil Creek in Fort Worth as Business Travel & Leisure Sales Manager where she increased year-over-year average daily rates $12 and year-over-year revenue by 24 percent. Her role as Director of Sales at the Dallas Marriott Las Colinas includes directing five daily report staff, managing the hotel brand and strategy, overseeing all customer communication and managing all room night and meetings business through the hotel's current $6 million renovations. Earlier this year all guest rooms were renovated and public and meeting space will be completed in the fall of 2018. She is a member and Ambassador for the Hotel Association of Tarrant County and lives in Fort Worth.
Courtyard Hotel to Open in Downtown Dallas
Courtyard by Marriott Dallas Downtown/Reunion District is set to open its doors in downtown Dallas today. Featuring an innovative lobby space as well as Courtyard's latest contemporary room design, the new hotel provides flexibility and choices that allow guests to optimize and elevate their travel experience.
Robert Watson has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Anatole
Hilton Anatole has appointed one of Hilton's most valued leaders, Robert Watson, to the position of general manager effective August 27th. Watson comes to Dallas following an award-winning tenure as general manager of Hilton Austin. In his new role, Watson will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the iconic 1,606-room hotel located adjacent to Dallas's Design District.
Denise Mope has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hotel Crescent Court
Denise brings 18 years of hospitality-specific experience to Hotel Crescent Court with hotels and resorts throughout major metropolitan c ities such as Dallas, Chicago, Orlando and South Florida. In her new role, she will develop and implement marketing strategies and sales initiatives to generate revenue while stimulating business and operations efficiency for the Lone Star landmark. Most recently, Denise served as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Westin Dallas Downtown, where she successfully opened the hotel and managed a team of 14. Prior, she showcased a strong history of financial achievement, perfecting her leadership skills in various positions including Director of Sales & Revenue at The Joule in Dallas, Reservations and Revenue Manager at The Fairmont Chicago Hotel and has served in various operations positions at The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club in Aventura, Fla. and Ritz Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes. As a result, she has a wealth of knowledge for the competitive landscape, along with key feeder markets.
Clifton Thiebaud has been promoted to General Manager at Dallas Marriott Las Colinas
Columbia Sussex, which owns and operates the Dallas Marriott Las Colinas has announced that Clifton Thiebaud, previously Director of Sales for the 364-room Marriott hotel on Lake Carolyn was recently appointed to General Manager. In his new role, he is responsible for 150 employees and the daily operation of all aspects of the hotel, as well as the multi-million-dollar renovation currently underway. Guest rooms have been completed, and the hotel's public and meeting space is slated for completion in the fall.
Alan Enns has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Hilton Anatole
Hilton Anatole, Dallas's foremost hotel for business and events, announces the appointment of Alan Enns to senior sales manager. As a seasoned hospitality professional with over 25 years of sales experience, Enns will serve as the 1,606-room hotel's lead representative for the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast association market.
Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown Opens Doors of First Texas Property
Canopy by Hilton, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) lifestyle hotel brand, today announces the official opening of its first Texas hotel, Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown.
Chris Pilavakis has been appointed as General Manager at Renaissance Dallas Hotel
The Renaissance Dallas Hotel by Marriott announces it has appointed Chris Pilavakis as General Manager. Pilavakis brings more than 28 years of hotel management experience to the Renaissance Dallas Hotel, located downtown near Dallas Market Hall. Most recently, Pilavakis served as general manager of Dallas Marriott City Center. Prior to that position, he worked in Orlando where he held many leadership positions including General Manager at Marriott Village at Lake Buena Vista, Resident Manager at Re naissance Orlando at SeaWorld, Director of Operations at Marriott's Grand Vista Vacation Ownership Resort, General Manager at Marriott's Harbour Lake Vacation Ownership Resort, Director of Operations at Marriott's Grande Vista Vacation Ownership Resort and Front Office Manager at Orlando World Center Marriott. An active member of the Dallas community, Pilavakis serves on the board for Visit Dallas and for the Hotel Association of North Texas.
Canopy by Hilton Unveils “First Look” of its Inaugural Property in Texas
Today, Canopy by Hilton, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) lifestyle hotel brand, revealed the first look inside the brand's newest Texas property, Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown. Scheduled to open in late June 2018, Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown's 150 "Just Right" rooms will offer a modern hotel experience in Dallas' most walkable district featuring more than 100 shops, restaurants and entertainment. With Canopy by Hilton's emphasis on neighborhood offerings and thoughtfully local choices, Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown will tell the story of the Uptown district throughout the hotel including artwork, vintage bricks from McKinney Avenue and a refurbished piece of the M-Line Trolley.