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Jonathan Moran has been appointed as Director of Beverage at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, the San Francisco Bay Area's only Forbes Five-Star oceanfront resort, proudly announces the appointment of Jonathan Moran as Director of Beverage. In this role, Moran will oversee the beverage program for the 261-room luxury coastal retreat along Northern California's pristine coastline, which includes its signature dining venues. This includes Navio, the distinctive dining destination at the resort, offering contemporary cuisine amidst nautical inspirations and ocean views; The Conservatory, offering fresh California fare and striking views of the Pacific; The Conservatory Bar, complete with expertly crafted cocktails; and The Ocean Terrace, known for its cozy fire pits and al fresco setting.

David Sobek has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, the San Francisco Bay Area's only Forbes Five-Star oceanfront resort, proudly announces the appointment of David Sobek as Director of Sales and Marketing. In this leadership role, Sobek will oversee all sales and marketing strategies for the 261-room luxury coastal retreat perched atop a scenic bluff along Northern California's pristine coastline.

Sol Gumapac has been appointed as Director of Sales at Half Moon Bay Lodge

Sol Gumapac has been hired as Director of Sales at Half Moon Bay Lodge. With more than a decade of experience in the hospitality industry, Gumapac has excelled in various hotel sales positions. Prior to her new role, Gumapac was the Hotel Front Office Operations and Group Sales Manager for Trigild Services. Her resume showcases positions at Stanford University, Choice Hotels, Holiday Inn & Suites, and Coron Tours & Travel.

Mariano Padilla has been appointed as Sommelier at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay - the leading Forbes Five-Star oceanfront resort in the San Francisco Bay Area - has hired sommelier, Mariano Padilla, to spearhead the luxury resort's wine program. Padilla will play a crucial role in curating an exceptional wine program, ensuring that guests have access to a diverse and sophisticated selection of wines.

Keith Battaglia has been appointed as Director of Sales at Half Moon Bay Lodge

Keith Battaglia has been appointed to Director of Sales at Half Moon Bay Lodge. He has extensive experience working as a sales and marketing executive in the hospitality industry for more than 25 years. Prior to his new role, Battaglia was Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ameswell Hotel. He has also served in various roles at OTO Development, Conestoga Ranch Glamping Resort, Park City Marriott, and Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa among others.

Brian Hutchison has been appointed as General Manager at Half Moon Bay Lodge

Brian Hutchison has been appointed General Manager at Half Moon Bay Lodge. He has extensive experience working in the hospitality and restaurant industries for nearly 25 years. Prior to his new role, Hutchison was the Task Force General Manager at Providence Hospitality, Area General Manager at Larkspur Landing Hotels, General Manager at Half Moon Bay Lodge and Conference Center, General Manager at Dinah's Garden Hotel & Trader Vic's Restaurant, General Manager at Garden Court Inn in Fremont, CA, Area Manager at Bass Hotels and Resorts, and General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel in San Jose, CA.

Sheila Buciuman has been appointed as Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Buciuman began her career as a diamond receptionist at the world-renowned Waldorf Astoria, acting as a front office associate, as well as managing the day-to-day experiences of Hilton Honors Diamond members. In 2015, she joined The Ritz-Carlton brand at its Palm Beach location and progressed her career primarily in leadership roles for hotel operations, from Front Office Manager to earning a promotion to Assistant Director of Housekeeping and Laundry. Following a move to Georgia, Buciuman received a number of awards and accolades at The Ritz-Carlton, Buckhead including The Ritz-Carlton Cobalt Award in 2014 for successful implementation of a Marriott and Ritz-Carlton Rewards memberships and revenues program. During her tenure at the resort, she was promoted to Executive Assistant Manager where, under her leadership, the Rooms division and Spa achieved their all-time highest profitability since the opening of the hotel in 1984. Prior to joining The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, Buciuman served as Director of Operations at the St. Regis Atlanta where she spearheaded the successful completion of the hotel's $20-million renovation. Additionally, Buciuman lead her team to achieve the #1 ranking in customer engagement metrics within the St. Regis portfolio in North America for an impressive four years in a row from 2018-2021.

Mathieu Riviere has been appointed as General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay

Perched atop a rugged ocean bluff overlooking 50 miles of pristine Northern California coastline, The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay is pleased to announce the appointment of Mathieu Riviere as general manager. Having previously served as the resort's hotel manager, Riviere will continue to propel the five-star luxury resort to new heights.

Best Western Plus Cameron's Inn Now Open In Half Moon Bay

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of the Best Western Plus Cameron's Inn, located at 1400 Cabrillo Hwy S. Owned by Hiten Suraj with Stay Cal Hotels, the 100 percent smoke-free hotel features 46 guest rooms and eight suites. The Best Western Plus Cameron's Inn is a new construction hotel and the first property developed in Half Moon Bay in almost 20 years.