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Nickie Andrews has been appointed as Director of Catering and Events at Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square

Nickie Andrews previously served as Director of Catering at InterContinental New York Barclay in New York. Prior to that, she was Senior Catering Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Hotel in New York, where she orchestrated events with A-list celebrity entertainment and political figures. Andrews is responsible for overseeing the flawless execution of events and catering hosted by Embassy Suites Seattle Downtown-Pioneer Square for the 15,000 square foot King Street Ballroom & Perch.

Hilton
Seattle, Washington, United States
Appointment

Vincent Yi has been appointed as General Manager at Moxy Seattle Downtown

Hospitality firm Stonebridge Companies is thrilled to advance the management teams at its properties with the promotion of Vincent Yi 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.

Stonebridge Companies
Seattle, Washington, United States
Development Opening

Hyatt Regency Seattle Opens Today as the Largest Hotel in the Pacific Northwest

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Seattle, located in the heart of downtown at 808 Howell Street and near some of Seattle's top attractions including the Space Needle, Chihuly Garden and Pike Place Market. With its sprawling, dynamic event space and number of guestrooms, Hyatt Regency Seattle is the largest hotel in the Pacific Northwest and new premier destination for meetings and events in the region. It joins two other Seattle-area Hyatt Regency hotels and offers a one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their fingertips.

Hyatt Regency
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Steve Sasso has been named General Manager at Motif Seattle, A Destination Hotel

As a hospitality industry veteran with nearly twenty years of management experience at hotels across the US, Sasso comes to Motif Seattle from Interstate Hotels and Resorts, where he served as General Manager at The London NYC and General Manager at Paramount Times Square. Prior to Interstate, Sasso was with Denihan Hospitality Group. As General Manager at New York's The Benjamin Hotel, he was named HSMAI "GM of the Year" for New York City. During his time with Denihan, he also served as General Manager of Eastgate Tower, Affinia Gardens and Affinia Dumont, all located in New York.

Destination Hotels
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Tomas Ortiz has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at Urbane restaurant at Hyatt at Olive 8 and Grand Hyatt Seattle

Hyatt at Olive 8 and Grand Hyatt Seattle are pleased to announce the appointment of Tomas Ortiz as Chef de Cuisine of Urbane restaurant. Ortiz brings experience in menu development for an international palate, plus his knowledge of sourcing local ingredients is a natural fit for Urbane, where the team partners with local farms, purveyors and community programs to use fresh seasonal ingredients in unexpected and innovative ways.

Hyatt
Seattle, Washington, United States
Development Pipeline

Moxy Seattle Downtown opening mid-December

Marriott is set to make a splash in Seattle this Fall as it brings its bold lifestyle brand, Moxy, to the Emerald City. Recognized as the West Coast"s first Moxy, Moxy Seattle Downtown is a 146-key boutique hotel slated to open mid-December2017 in the heart of Seattle"s fast-growing South Lake Union neighborhood. The hotel rises eight floors in one of the city"s most enviable locations due toits proximity to the most iconic leisureattractions, such as Pike Place Market and the Seattle Center, home to the Space Needle. Developed and managed by the Colorado-based Stonebridge Companies, Moxy Seattleis one of the newest additions to Marriott"s fast-growing, new brand that offers a spirited and thoughtful experienceto guests.Moxy Seattle Downtownwill bring to the city a fresh and innovative hotel experience catering to bothlocals and visitors alike. The dynamic hotel prides itself on a tech-forward guest experience, from mobile check-in and keyless entry, as well as an always-on playful vibe brought to life by a diverse mix of daily, weekly and monthly activations, including a signature happy hour each day. At the heart of Moxy Seattle is avibrant lobby built for socializing, complete with a fully stocked bar, as well as 24/7 grab-and-gocounterand plug-and-meet areas. Guests will be treated to cozy hotel rooms providing travelers with everything they need. The hotel"s stylish bedrooms feature anopen storage concept, 195 to 205 square feet of expertly curated space, a king size bed, 42-inch wall-hung flat-screen TVs, bathrooms with double rain showersand more.

Moxy
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Jerry Stotler has been appointed as Captain at Moxy Seattle

In preparation for the opening, Moxy Seattle has hired Jerry Stotler as Captain, the brand’s twist on the general manager position. In his current role, Jerry oversees all facets of hotel operation, from programming and marketing, to events and ensuring the most optimum guest experience. As a Seattle native, Jerry Stotler brings to the table both a deep-rooted passion and unmatched knowledge for the evolving Emerald City, in addition to undisputed industry and management experience. Previously serving as vice president of sales and marketing for Coast Hotels & Resorts, then followed by a five-year tenure as general manager of Hotel Bellevue, Jerry is well equipped to lead the hotel’s growth from newcomer to Seattle’s most memorable boutique hotel.

Marriott
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Julie Conway has been appointed as Motif Visiting Artist at Motif Seattle

Motif Seattle has named master glass artist Julie Conway as its new Motif Visiting Artist for the 2017-18 year. Each year since the hotel’s inception, Motif Seattle has worked with a Seattle-based artist to create a design “motif” that is creatively integrated into various touchpoints throughout the hotel including in-room stationary, business cards, room keys, uniform accessories worn by team members, and highlighted on the hotel’s website and social media. In addition to having her design integrated throughout the hotel, Conway will provide private glassblowing demonstration events for Motif Seattle’s clients throughout the year.

Destination Hotels
Seattle, Washington, United States
Appointment

John Power has been appointed as General Manager at Loews Hotel 1000, Seattle

Loews Hotels & Co announced the appointment of John Power as General Manager of Loews Hotel 1000, Seattle. Power brings more than 19 years of hospitality-industry experience to his new role, having most recently served as Managing Director of Loews Minneapolis Hotel. He will lead the hotel though a multi-million dollar renovation and help integrate the recognized service culture of Loews Hotels & Co with the distinct character of the Pacific Northwest.

Loews
Seattle, Washington, United States
Development Opening

Country Inns & Suites By Carlson Opens Refreshed Hotel Minutes From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Country Inns & Suites By CarlsonSM, a leading upper midscale hotel brand, today announced the opening of Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, WA. Located at 3100 South 192nd Street, the hotel adds ease for visitors flying into the area as it is less than three miles from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and provides a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle. The hotel recently completed an extensive $5.5 million renovation which included upgrades to the guest rooms, business center, fitness center and lobby.

Country Inn & Suites®
Seattle, Washington, United States
Development Renovation

Motif Seattle Announces $10 Million Imaginative Redesign

Motif Seattle, A Destination Hotel, announces the unveiling of a comprehensive $10 Million guestroom redesign, led by acclaimed Seattle-based architectural and interior design firm DEGEN & DEGEN. The makeover includes all 319 guestrooms of the design-driven boutique hotel, as well as enhancements to its corridors, giving the property a sleek urban style while maintaining a residential comfort. The fresh redesign is distinctive to the Seattle market, complete with striking art walls that serve as bold representations of the Seattle cultural scene and artwork all created by local artists.

Destination Hotels
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Rhocelli Pascual has been appointed as Director of Marketing at Motif Seattle, A Destination Hotel

Motif Seattle, A Destination Hotel, has named Rhocelli Pascual as its new Director of Marketing. In this role, Pascual will be responsible for shaping and executing an overall marketing strategy for the hotel, ensuring alignment of marketing and sales strategies, and developing new programming. She will also oversee the hotel’s overall branding, advertising and public relations efforts. Pascual’s hotel marketing career spans more than six years. Most recently, she served as Associate Director of Marketing for The Garland Hotel in North Hollywood, California, where she oversaw all marketing communication channels during a $20 million renovation. In addition to relaunching the hotel and its restaurant, The Front Yard, she led the production of all marketing communication and digital marketing campaigns, and managed the hotel’s PR efforts. Prior to The Garland, she served in marketing, social media, SEO and reputation management roles with JC Resorts, a collection of four hospitality properties based in San Diego. Throughout her career, Pascual has received numerous awards, including: 2016 Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marketing Leader of the Year; 2016 IAC Best Restaurant Website; 2015 HSMAI Adrian Silver Level Award for Website Design; and 2015 Platinum Summit Marketing Effective Award for Website. Pascual gained her bachelor of science degree in Fashion Marketing and Management from The Art Institute of California – San Diego. A Washington native, Pascual is engaged and lives in South Seattle with her corgi.

Destination Hotels
Seattle, Washington, United States