Tru by Hilton, Hilton's innovative, midscale hotel brand, announced the expansion of the brand to New York City with the grand opening of its newest property, Tru by Hilton Brooklyn. Nestled just one block from the vibrant Park Slope neighborhood, this contemporary hotel offers an ultramodern and lively lodging option for both business and leisure travelers alike.
Pendry Manhattan West is pleased to announce the appointment of James Winning as the new director of sales and marketing. In his role, Winning will oversee the sales, marketing and public relations efforts for the property situated within the Manhattan West development. Prior to this, Winning served as director of sales and marketing at Pendry Chicago, where he played a pivotal part in driving the hotel's success and establishing it as a leading luxury destination in Chicago since its opening in 2021.
Similar to its sibling properties in New York, Crosby Street and The Whitby, the Warren Street Hotel showcases the vivid and imaginative interior designs characteristic of Kit Kemp Design Studio.
Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts, the leading hospitality company with a diverse collection of hotels, resorts and other leisure facilities within Japan and across the world, today unveils The Prince Kitano New York following a years-long renovation. Formerly known as The Kitano Hotel New York, the refreshed property now sits within The Prince portfolio, the company's flagship hotel brand characterized by exceptional elegance, comfort and privacy. The Prince Kitano New York is Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts' first property located in the continental U.S., marking a significant step forward in the company's ongoing evolution from a top Japanese hotel brand to a global hospitality powerhouse.
Richard Tucker, formerly Hotel Manager of Arlo Midtown, has been promoted to General Manager of Arlo SoHo. Throughout his distinguished career spanning over a decade, Tucker has left an indelible mark on each role he has undertaken. He has experience working with hotels ranging from 21 to 400+ keys, including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Thompson Hotels, Highgate, Sightline Hospitality and Destination Hotels & Resorts. In his most recent role at Arlo Midtown, Tucker was instrumental in shaping the hotel's identity as a leading New York City hospitality destination and experience. In addition to his operational responsibilities, Tucker is an active participant in Arlo Hotels' Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee and initiatives. His commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace has been driving positive change within the organization and on-property, reflecting his enduring legacy as a leader with a social conscience.
Joining the Arlo Hotels family, Joe Kavanagh has been hired as General Manager at Arlo NoMad. The 25-year hospitality professional has worked for noteworthy companies, including W Hotels, SLS Hotels, Starwood Hotels & Resorts and Archer Hotels, and most recently served as General Manager for Paramount Hotel Times Square.
Replacing Stokes at Arlo Midtown and joining Arlo's promotion ranks is Mark Butler, formerly General Manager of Arlo NoMad. Butler joined Arlo NoMad in March 2021, where he oversaw the hotel's recovery from the pandemic, rebuilding corporate and leisure guest relationships and experience, which resulted in record annual average daily rates and gross operating profits. A native of Ireland, Butler has been recognized for developing and promoting team members and building executive teams, guest satisfaction and profitability. His two decades of global hospitality experience includes humble beginnings at Conrad hotels in Dublin and Chicago before joining Fitzpatrick New York in Manhattan and working under John Fitzpatrick, two-time Chairman of the Hotel Association of New York City. Among other international hospitality groups and hotels, Butler worked at the five-star Sofitel New York, Dalata Hotel Group (Ireland's largest hotel group) and Hilton Times Square until its closing in October 2020 due to COVID.
Hard Rock Hotel New York is thrilled to announce the appointment of Oscar Gonzalez as their new Food & Beverage Director. With an illustrious career steeped in culinary innovation and a profound commitment to exceptional guest experiences, Gonzalez steps into this pivotal role after his successful tenure as the property's Executive Chef, bringing a wealth of expertise and visionary leadership to the esteemed property.
With over 15 years of hospitality experience and crucial knowledge of the food and beverage industry, McGinley has held leadership positions at some of the most prestigious restaurants and hotels across the country. After completing his Bachelor's Degree from Fordham University, McGinley began his career in hospitality as a Dining Room Manager for CGM in 2005, which was the parent company for Ono at The Gansevoort, where he also handled hotel experiences for The Gansevoort and The Renaissance. He has since held various food and beverage positions, including Club Manager for B.B. King Blues Club, and General Manager of Jake's Steakhouse. In 2013, McGinley became the Director of Food & Beverage at Crosby Street Hotel, where he was eventually promoted to Assistant General Manager in 2016 and General Manager in 2021, where he remained until 2023.
Executive Chef, Mathew Woolf will oversee the culinary team and menu development across the hotel's four food and beverage locations (Brasserie Fouquet's New York, Par Ici Café, Titsou Bar, and Le Vaux). Chef Woolf has cooked at a variety of some of the world's most renowned luxury hotels and restaurants, including Claridge's Hotel and The Ritz Hotel in London, Michelin-starred Restaurant Sixteen in Chicago, as well as California's WEST Hotel Angeleno, Gordon Ramsay restaurants, and Paligroup. In 2014, Chef Woolf was tapped as the Chef de Cuisine to reopen the iconic New York landmark, The Rainbow Room, where he remained until 2022 and then headed to the White Barn Inn in Maine, which is the only five-star five diamond restaurant in New england.
The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York - the iconic property located in Midtown Manhattan - is delighted to announce the appointment of Megan Ferguson as their new Director of Sales and Marketing. Stepping into the role from 22 January 2024, Megan brings over two decades of experience in ultra-luxury hospitality to this position.
Conrad New York Midtown announced the appointment of Jimmy Sarfraz as the general manager of the 562-room, luxury property located in the heart of Manhattan. Boasting more than 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry and with Hilton, Sarfraz joins Conrad New York Midtown from San Jose, California, where he most recently led the successful rebrand and opening of Signia by Hilton San Jose. In his new role, Sarfraz will oversee all aspects of hotel operations from the guest experience to food and beverage.
Choice's Ascend Hotel Collection has just opened a new hotel In New York City - the Mayfair Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection. The seven-story, 77-room property is situated in the heart of New York City's Theatre District. Located adjacent to Broadway's renowned Eugene O'Neill, Ambassador, Gershwin and Barrymore theaters, guests will be a short walk from Times Square, Hell's Kitchen, and other popular NYC attractions. The property was recently renovated, but maintains the historic hotel's stunning original style.
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) named three new trustees to its board during its October annual meeting: Arash Azarbarzin, Kyle Connaughton, and Adam Crocini.
Thompson Central Park New York announces today the appointment of David Joo as the hotel's Executive Chef, overseeing culinary direction for the luxury lifestyle property's renowned food and beverage program, from the signature restaurant Parker's, curating the offering in the exclusive Upper Stories Lounge, to in-room dining, catering and events.
Virgin Hotels New York City, part of the luxury-lifestyle hotel brand by Sir Richard Branson, is pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Luna as General Manager. In her new role, Denise will oversee the operations of the 460-room hotel located in the heart of Manhattan's NoMad neighborhood. She will manage all departments, strategic planning, team development, and community engagement to further establish the hotel as a premier destination for both New Yorkers and out of town visitors, and continue ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction and quality of service.
This property marks Harlem's first full-service hotel in 100 years.
Local Partnerships and Design Draw on the Spirit of Hell's Kitchen's with 295 Generously Sized Guest Rooms.
Park Hyatt New York today announced the appointment of Gerard Spezio as Executive Chef of the hotel. Chef Spezio joins the five-star award-winning hotel with previous experience at various Hyatt properties nationally.
Opened today, Kimpton Hotel Theta, managed by Highgate, is a reimagined 364-room lifestyle hotel that was completely redesigned to blend its modernism roots with high design that evokes a sense of serenity within one of New York City's buzziest neighborhoods. Set in the nexus of Hell's Kitchen and Times Square, the 15-floor hotel is an ideal launch point for exploration for guests looking to stay in the middle of it all but also for an antidote to the city's high-energy surroundings.