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Brian Barden has been promoted to Area General Manager at The Inn at Union Square and Hotel Griffon

With more than 15 years of hospitality experience, Brian Barden brings leadership and a passion for hospitality to his new role at the Inn at Union Square and Hotel Griffon. In his most recent position as Greystone Hotels San Francisco Area Operations Manager, Barden played a pivotal role in building the regional management team. "I look forward to this new chapter as part of the Greystone Hotels family," said Barden, "I have had the pleasure of experiencing firsthand the work ethic and exceptional guest service that Greystone promises to every guest, and plan to foster both in my new role as General Manager."

Sade Lee has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at San Francisco Proper Hotel

A Bay Area native, with more than 12 years of lifestyle hospitality experience, Lee brings a wealth of knowledge to San Francisco Proper. Most recently, Sade served as the Associate Director of Sales for Kimpton Everly Hotel, where she launched Kimpton's new Hollywood flagship, oversaw business travel and leisure segments, and lead the team in a successful opening year. Previously, she held roles with W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills, Kimpton Washington DC and Los Angeles, and Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide. As Director of Sales and Marketing, Sade will oversee strategic corporate and group sales as well as focus on increasing the visibility of San Francisco Proper Hotel in making them a San Francisco staple.

Mario Bevilacqua von Gunderrode has been appointed as General Manager at San Francisco Proper Hotel

An established veteran of luxury hospitality operations, Bevilacqua von Gunderrode brings global experience from Europe, North America and the Caribbean. Over the last 18 years, has held various positions at some of the world's most prestigious hotels, including Sandy Lane in Barbados and The Jefferson Hotel in Washington DC. Most recently, Mario graduated from an MBA program in San Francisco and just prior to date held the position of Resort Manager for the Montage Palmetto Bluff. Bevilacqua von Gunderrode will have operational, strategic and financial responsibilities for the development and success of San Francisco Proper. Additionally, he will continue to spearhead the hotel's presence in the community and support the brand's Proper giving initiative.

Mid-Market Neighborhood Welcomes BEI San Francisco This Spring

BEI San Francisco, formerly the Holiday Inn San Francisco-Civic Center, will officially reflag from the former on January 11. The top-to-bottom $30 million renovation will reveal the newest independent lifestyle hotel in the quickly growing Mid-Market neighborhood this spring. An investment by CapBEI with a sister property in Beijing, BEI offers 396 guest rooms, and will soon offer two dining options and 10,000 square feet of co-working, meeting, and event space.

Four Seasons to Introduce New Luxury Address in the Heart of San Francisco

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world's leading luxury hospitality company, and 706 Mission Street Co LLC, an affiliate of Westbrook Partners, announce the development of 146 Private Residences located in the heart of San Francisco's vibrant Yerba Buena arts and cultural district at 706 Mission Street. Slated for completion in 2020, Four Seasons Private Residences at 706 Mission Street, San Francisco will combine spacious living and distinctive elegance with legendary Four Seasons personalized services.

Marriott Vacation Club Pulse®, San Francisco

Marriott Vacation Club, a global leader in vacation ownership and brand segment of Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC), announced today the proposed spring 2019 rebranding of The Pier 2620 Hotel in San Francisco as Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, San Francisco. The anticipated addition of Marriott Vacation Club Pulse, San Francisco continues the company's growth strategy of delivering highly desired resorts and important sales distributions.

Keno Rodriguez has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Place – San Francisco/Downtown

Hospitality firm Stonebridge Companies is thrilled to advance the management teams at its properties with the promotion of Keno Rodriguez as general manager. With a proud commitment to invest in its associates, Stonebridge Companies - Denver-based, privately owned, innovative hotel owner, operator and developer - focuses on associate investment with its latest round of promotions. With a national portfolio of more than 50 hotels with select-service, extended-stay, mid-scale and full-service offerings, Stonebridge Companies supports and recognizes its team members' success through professional progression.

Brad Busby has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Emblem San Francisco

Busby's role at Hotel Emblem continues his tenure with Viceroy Hotel Group, where he previously served as the Director of Rooms at Viceroy Snowmass in Aspen, Colo. Prior to joining Viceroy, Busby held key roles at distinguished companies including Hyatt Hotels, Baha Mar Hotels, and Las Vegas Sands Corporation. Early in his career, Busby earned recognition upon receiving Hyatt Hotels' Management Leadership Award, followed by a seven-year stint with Venetian/Palazzo in Las Vegas, Nev. During his time at Venetian/Palazzo, Busby advanced through several positions and helped garner its recognition as an acclaimed Five Diamond Resort. Busby went on to further his career by joining the opening team of a 2,500-room Integrated Resort in Nassau, Bahamas which encompassed four brands: Hyatt, SLS Lux, Rosewood and Baha Mar Casino & Hotel. Prior to joining Viceroy Hotel Group, Busby pursued the Director of Operations role at San Diego's famed Hard Rock Hotel.

DeLondo Lemon has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Parc 55 San Francisco

DeLondo Lemon has been appointed as the new Hotel Manager at Parc 55 San Francisco - A Hilton Hotel, according to Complex General Manager Terry Lewis.Most recently, Lemon was the General Manager at the Embassy Suites in Secaucus, NJ; Assistant General Manager Embassy Suites Chicago; Assistant Director Front Office at the Conrad Chicago; Assistant General Manager at Hilton Oakbrook Oakbrook IL; Front Office Manager at Wyndham Palm Aire Resort & Spa Pompano Beach, Florida.

Jacco van Teeffelen has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Fairmont San Francisco

Fairmont San Francisco is pleased to announce that Jacco van Teeffelen has been named hotel manager of the iconic property atop Nob Hill. Jacco arrived from the San Diego area, where he most recently served as the Hotel Manager at the luxurious Fairmont Grand Del Mar resort property. He brings multiple years of progressive leadership experience within the hospitality industry to this exciting, active role. In 2007 he joined Jumby Bay, a Rosewood Resort, as Executive Assistant Manager in charge of Food and Beverage. In 2010, Jacco was appointed Resort Manager, Soneva Gili Resort, a Six Senses Resorts and Spas, in the Maldives. He relocated to England in 2011, when he joined Fairmont Hotels & Resorts as the Director of Food & Beverage at The Savoy before returning stateside in 2015 to Fairmont Grand Del Mar.