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Kasia Russell has been appointed as Managing Director at HVS Consulting and Valuation Office

HVS announced that Kasia Russell received her MAI Designation from the Appraisal Institute and was promoted to Managing Director of the recently opened Portland Consulting & Valuation Office. Kasia has significant hotel expertise, providing clients with appraisals and market and feasibility studies that form the bedrock for incisive hospitality decisions. Independent investors, hotel owners, management companies, and major banks represent her core constituency. Since joining HVS in 2006, Kasia has performed hundreds of hotel assignments nationwide, with a focus on hospitality markets across the Pacific Northwest.

Louis Gaudio has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Garden Inn, Portland

Officials of New Castle Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the promotion of Lou Gaudio to general manager of the newly renovated and expanded Hilton Garden Inn, at Portland, Maine's International Jetport. Gaudio previously was assistant general manager at the Sheraton Tarrytown in Tarrytown N.Y. and has been with New Castle since 2006 when he joined the company as the rooms division manager at the Woodcliff Lake Hilton. Earlier in his career, Gaudio held varying management positions for Westin branded hotels in Times Square, Philadelphia and Princeton, NJ as well as the Ballantyne Resort Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel. He also held management positions at the New York Palace and The Plaza Hotel.

Susan Barry has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Westin Portland Harborview

An award-winning sales executive, Barry was most recently the president of Hive Marketing, a consultancy offering task force, due diligence and pre-opening sales and marketing services to the hospitality industry. Prior to starting her own firm, Barry served as director of sales and marketing at several Starwood Hotels and Resorts over a span of 10 years. Barry is a published industry expert on hotel marketing and social media whose articles and industry insight have appeared in eHotelier, Hotel Interactive, HotelChatter and TNooz.

Dave Murray has been named General Manager at Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Dave Murray is a Portland native with a long history as general manager at boutique-style and branded hotels. He will be responsible for driving positive results and returns for the Courtyard hotel overall. Murray's experience includes the River's Edge Hotel and Spa, RiverPlace Hotel and The Portland Marriott City Center, all in the downtown Portland market.

Amber Evans has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Courtyard by Marriott Portland City Center

Amber Evans joins as director of sales and marketing and will drive sales efforts and strategy to increase room night sales as well as meetings and events at the Courtyard. She comes from Hotel Modera in Portland and Larkspur Hotels and Restaurants in San Francisco, where responsibilities included managing the hotel sales team, controlling the annual budget and keeping an eye on marketing trends.

Hyatt Place Portland - Old Port Celebrates Official Opening

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Commonwealth Hotels, LLC today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Portland – Old Port, situated in the heart of the Old Port amongst unique boutiques, tourist attractions and nationally recognized restaurants. Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port features rooms with breathtaking views of Casco Bay, the Portland skyline, Historical Old Port, and is only minutes from the Portland International Jetport (PWM). As the first Hyatt Place hotel in the state of Maine, the hotel is a refreshing new choice for business and leisure travelers alike

Deborah Roberts t has been appointed as Director of Sales at Hyatt Place Portland Old Port.

Commonwealth Hotels LLC announced the appointment of Deborah Roberts the Director of Sales for the new Hyatt Place Portland Old Port. The Hyatt Place is 130 rooms and is owned by Cow Plaza LLC, an affiliate of East Brown Cow. As Director of Sales, Roberts will direct all area of the hotel's sales and marketing efforts. Deborah has vast experience on building client relationships that result in a "win-win situation" for everyone involved. Prior to joining Hyatt, Roberts served in the Hospitality Industry for over 10 years. She enjoys her family, traveling and giving back to her community.

Alen Saric has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Place Portland Old Port

Commonwealth Hotels LLC today announced that Alen Saric has been appointed General Manager for the new Hyatt Place Portland Old Port. The Hyatt Place is 130 rooms and is owned by Cow Plaza LLC, an affiliate of East Brown Cow. Prior to joining the Hyatt Place, Saric has served in the Hotel Industry for over 10 years, most recently with the Hilton and Marriott family of brands in the Portland area. Alen is a well practiced and dedicated hospitality professional. He enjoys family, outdoor activities, and being an active member in the community.

Shannon Moore has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Garden Inn, Portland

Previously, Shannon Moore was a task force general manager for New Castle, working in a support role at several Hilton-branded hotels in the management company's portfolio. In her new role, she will oversee the 35-room expansion of the hotel that is expected to be completed mid-year 2014. Throughout her 15-year career, Moore has worked in hotel management for other major brands including Courtyard by Marriott, Comfort Inn and Suites, Travelodge, Clarion and Ramada. She is a Master's degree candidate at the American Public University.

Robert Riley has been named president and CEO at SKB Hotel Group

Portland-based ScanlanKemperBard Companies (SKB) and hotel industry veteran Robert Riley have announced that they have joined together to form SKB Hotel Group. The new group will specialize in providing hospitality financial advisory services and hotel and resort investment and development. SKB Hotel Group will provide capital for and develop hotel and resort projects under the seasoned direction of Riley.