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Jennifer Lombard Knight has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection, the luxury boutique hotel at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has announced the appointment of Jennifer Lombard Knight as its new general manager. Lombard Knight is responsible for overseeing the hotel's day-to-day operations, including leading the team in delivering consistent, unique experiences that enhance the quality of service for guests.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Osa Mallo has been appointed as Spa Director at Hotel Effie

Hotel Effie, the boutique luxury hotel managed by Highgate at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has announced the appointment of Osa Mallo as its new Spa Director. Mallo will oversee Spa Lilliana, the hotel's serene wellness utopia featuring 10 spacious and well-appointed treatment rooms, the only coed relaxation lounge in the region, private men's and women's locker rooms and relaxation areas, a hair and nail salon, and a retail boutique.

Highgate Hotels, L.P.
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Fleetwood Covington has been named Executive Chef at Seagar’s, Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa in Miramar Beach

Northwest Florida's all-encompassing destination resort, Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, names Fleetwood Covington as the new Executive Chef at the onsite Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood. In his new role, Fleetwood will oversee all aspects of the AAA Four-Diamond steakhouse's culinary initiatives to ensure consistency in presentation and quality of all dishes.

Hilton
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Sunni Dupree has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Effie Sandestin

The Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort announced today that Sunni Dupree has been appointed as general manager of Hotel Effie Sandestin. The property is scheduled to open on February 1, offering an unparalleled experience that exemplifies genuine Southern hospitality and exceptional service wrapped in comfortable luxury that feels like coming home.

Highgate Hotels, L.P.
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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The First Full-Service Hotel Owned and Developed by Sandestin Investments Opening Summer 2020

Ushering in a new era in aspirational vacationing to Northwest Florida's Emerald Coast, Sandestin Investments, LLC announces the name and launch of its exquisite family-owned hotel, set to debut in early summer of 2020. Hotel Effie Sandestin is now accepting leisure and group reservations. The hotel features 250 guest rooms with multiple room types, a delectable three-meal restaurant, craft cocktail lobb y bar, and in-room dining all curated by celebrity Chef Hugh Acheson. It also boasts a luxury spa, state-of-the-art fitness center, the only rooftop pool on Florida's Emerald Coast and 20,000 sq. ft. of meeting space including a 13,000-sq. ft. ballroom.

Highgate Hotels, L.P.
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Chad Armistead has been appointed as Director of Rooms at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

A native of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Chad Armistead brings 18 years of hospitality experience to Hilton Sandestin Beach. His career has encompassed numerous hotels and resorts in Nashville, Tennessee, including Gaylord Opryland Hotel, Hilton Nashville Downtown, Hotel Preston, Hyatt Place, Union Station Hotel, Hutton Hotel and Hilton Nashville Downtown. At these diverse properties, Armistead held various positions covering critical tasks, such as managing and directing hotel operations, supervising front office and housekeeping, managing revenue and providing daily management reports and monthly forecasts. As director of rooms at Hilton Sandestin Beach, Armistead will oversee all aspects of the Rooms Division operation, including housekeeping, front desk management, bell stand and concierge services.

Hilton
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Wayne Stokes has been appointed as Director of front office at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

With more than 37 years of experience in hospitality, Wayne Stokes has held senior level positions with industry-leading companies and properties such as The Royal York Hotel and L’Hotel in Toronto. Stokes recently held the position of rooms division manager with a Marriott Autograph Collection property in Orlando, Florida, before stepping into the director of front office position at the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson, Arizona. Prior to that, he was part of the Casino Del Sol Resort and Conference Center's opening team in the spring of 2011 and directed front office operations of the successful opening of Orlando's newest and most luxurious Westin property, the Westin Lake Mary. In his new role at Hilton Sandestin Beach, Stokes will oversee front office operations, including management of front office, front desk agents and telecommunications.

Hilton
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Laurie Graupner has been appointed as Executive Chef at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, the largest full-service beachfront resort hotel on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, has appointed Laurie Graupner as the new executive chef of Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, the resort’s AAA Four-Diamond restaurant. Chef Graupner joined the Seagar’s team five years ago as a part-time prep cook who quickly learned and moved up as a line cook then earned title of Sous Chef under the leadership of Chef Dan Vargo, the previous executive chef of Seagar’s and newly appointed executive chef of Hilton Sandestin Beach.

Hilton
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Dan Vargo has been appointed as Executive Chef at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, the largest full-service beachfront resort hotel on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, has appointed Dan Vargo as the new executive chef for the property. In his new position, Chef Vargo will blend Baltimore's traditional and historical influences, Martha’s Vineyard’s emphasis on organic produce and seasonal seafood, and the Ritz-Carlton’s world-class standards for fine dining and excellence in service into the Hilton Sandestin Beach experience. Chef Vargo started his journey at Hilton Sandestin Beach in April 2012 as executive chef at Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood, the resort’s AAA Four-Diamond restaurant.

Hilton
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Royce Hanson has been appointed as Director of Security at Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa, the largest full-service beachfront resort hotel on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast, has announced the appointment of Royce Hanson as the resort’s new director of security. In this position, Hanson will oversee all aspects of security at the 602-room resort. “Royce’s background in law enforcement and long-standing relationship with the resort make him a natural choice for our director of security,” said Gary Brielmayer, general manager. “As a trusted member of the resort family, I’m confident he will continue to further our standards for safety and security.” Hanson first joined Hilton Sandestin in March 2009 as an overnight security officer and, in 2012, was promoted to security supervisor, before accepting his new position as director of security. Hanson graduated from Northwest Florida State College in 1993 where he participated in the law enforcement program, after which he began a 14-year career with the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office.

Hilton
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States