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Adam Heffron has been appointed as General Manager at Conrad Washington, DC

Conrad Washington, DC announced Adam Heffron as the new general manager of the luxury 360-room property. Heffron joins the property from the 305-room Conrad Los Angeles hotel which made its debut in Downtown Los Angeles last year. In his new role, Heffron will lead the team in all aspects of hotel operations, from marketing and hotel administration to luxury hospitality, while delivering on Conrad Hotels & Resorts' commitment to purposeful and passionate service.

Hilton
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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McColbert Evrard has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at The Kimpton Banneker

Driving The Banneker's culinary scene forward, Evrard's multi-faceted position encompasses managing all the food and beverage operations throughout the hotel's dining outlets, including Le Sel, Lady Bird and the property's extensive events spaces. Evrard has previously held management positions at esteemed culinary institutions including the AGM Hillstone Restaurant Group in East Hampton, Brentwood Country Club in LA and Omni Montelucia in Scottsdale, AZ.

Valor Hospitality
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Walter Silva has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Kimpton Banneker

Executive Chef Silva spearheads the property's culinary concepts, including French bistro Le Sel and rooftop bar and lounge Lady Bird, as well as all private events. Bringing nearly twenty years of experience to The Banneker, Silva oversees menu development, staff training, inventory management, vendor communications and more. Prior to joining The Banneker, Silva opened and developed the menu for ilili Restaurant at the Wharf in Washington D.C. and has experience running two Barcelona Wine Bar locations.

Valor Hospitality
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Ashley Hunter Perez has been appointed as Marketing Manager at The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection By Hilton

Born locally in Washington, D.C., Ashley Hunter-Perez joined The Morrow team as a Marketing Manager ready to put the NoMa neighborhood, by way of The Morrow, on a global stage, earning the burgeoning destination the attention it truly deserves. With over nine years of experience in the hospitality industry, Ashley started her career as the Area PR Manager for The Ritz-Carlton and then continued her career in the Public Relations space as the PR Director for Neiman Marcus Tysons Corner. In her current role as The Morrow's Marketing Manager, Ashley develops and implements strategic marketing and communications initiatives to bolster the visibility for the brand-new lifestyle hotel.

HHM Hotels
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Adrian Mishek has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection By Hilton

Adrian Mishek is the Director of Food & Beverage for The Morrow, where he works alongside a culinary team to curate a personalized dining experience through unique dishes and cocktails. Adrian was part of defining the culinary atmosphere at Nemo Restaurant in Miami Beach, Trump National Golf Club in Westchester, NY, Barracks Row Entertainment in Washington DC, W Hotel in Washington DC, and The Watergate Hotel. From Adrian's nearly 30 years of experience in Food & Beverage, he brings next level service and leadership in standalone fine dining and hotel F&B operations.

HHM Hotels
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Dionne Dabney-Williams has been appointed as Director of Sales at The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection By Hilton

Dionne is a high-energy, results-oriented leader bringing over 12 years of experience in operations leadership, combined with 21 years of experience in sales & marketing leadership to The Morrow team. As Director of Sales & Marketing, Dionne oversees sales operations, while simultaneously designing plans to meet sales targets, and developing and cultivating relationships with the hotel's valued clients. Dionne has a diverse hospitality background, having led crucial initiatives at properties including The Watergate Hotel, The Willard InterContinental Hotel, Gaylord, Omni, Ritz-Carlton, and Four Seasons Hotels.

HHM Hotels
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Babou Saine has been appointed as Hotel Manager at The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection By Hilton

Babou Saine brings more than twenty years of hospitality experience to his role as the Hotel Manager at The Morrow. In his day to day, Babou drives the strategic and tactical components of hotel operations and maximizes financial performance by providing an exemplary guest experience. As a crucial part of The Morrow's executive leadership team, Babou enjoys meeting new people from all over the world and is passionate about building relationships with people internally within the organization as well as the property's exciting new guests.

HHM Hotels
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Paul Puzzanghero has been appointed as General Manager at The Morrow Washington DC, Curio Collection By Hilton

Paul Puzzanghero has spent over 35 years developing and leading sales and management teams in highly competitive markets before his role as General Manager at The Morrow. Paul has experience in managing traditionally branded hotels as well as luxury lifestyle assets such as the Boston Long Wharf Marriott, The Boston Cambridge Marriott, Marriott International, Inc., Boston Marriott Newton, Boston Marriott Quincy, Ritz Carlton - Boston Common, Engel Group, LLC., and Lowes Hotels & Resorts.

HHM Hotels
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Ilemona Salifu has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing, and Events at Park Hyatt Washington, D.C.

Terry Dunbar, general manager of Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. is pleased to announce the appointment of Ilemona Salifu as director of sales, marketing, and events at Park Hyatt Washington, D.C. Salifu has worked with Hyatt for over 15 years, on both the East and West Coast. The Park Hyatt Washington is the seventh Hyatt property and the fifth brand within the Hyatt portfolio of hotels for which he has been a leader in the sales and marketing efforts. Since May 2019, he most recently served as the area director of sales, marketing, and events at the Hyatt Regency Baltimore. In his role here, Salifu was instrumental in guiding and leading the sales and events teams through the pandemic and recovery efforts. He also assisted with facilitating partnerships with local African American small businesses, giving each a solid platform, while also helping the Hyatt Regency maintain its 25-year relationship with the Baltimore Ravens. Frequently spotlighted in the media on behalf of the Hyatt brand, Salifu has also been a mentor to area colleges, promoting five sales and events associates during his tenure in Maryland.

Hyatt
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Jay Carney has joined Airbnb, Inc as Global Head of Policy and Communications

Airbnb announced today that Jay Carney, Senior Vice President of Global Corporate Affairs at Amazon and former White House Press Secretary for President Barack Obama, is joining the company as Global Head of Policy and Communications. Jay will serve on Airbnb's executive team and work with co-founder and CEO Brian Chesky to ensure that as Airbnb grows, we strengthen the communities we are in.

Airbnb
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Kate Thompson has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf

A seasoned industry veteran with more than 20 years of hospitality experience, Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge directing and managing teams within corporate hotel groups, in addition to luxury boutique properties. Thompson most recently served as area director of sales for Viceroy Washington D.C. and Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat. At Pendry Washington DC - The Wharf, Thompson will lead implementation of strategic sales, marketing and communications plans to position the property as a top, luxury destination.

Montage
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Alexander Schnoeller has been appointed as Director of Operations at Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf

As director of operations, Schnoeller will oversee each department to drive profit and customer satisfaction goals, while also upholding and maintaining Pendry brand standards. Schnoeller brings 13 years of industry experience holding a variety of leadership positions, most recently as director of food and beverage at both JW Marriott in Nashville and Nobu Hospitality, Eden Rock.

Montage
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Helena Dechant has been appointed as Director of Sales at Teneo Hospitality Group, Washington DC Office

Helena Dechant brings a wealth of hospitality sales experience to her new position - much of it in the Washington DC area. Most recently, she was Director of Global Accounts at Conference Direct. She is an accomplished global sales professional that has held sales leadership positions with Starwood and Hilton. Ms. Dechant also spent several years in the Czech Republic working for Hilton International and Sodexo in Prague.

Teneo Hospitality Group
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Kyla Knudson has been appointed as Director of Sales at Teneo Hospitality Group, Washington DC Office

Kyla Knudson's career spans leadership roles in hospitality sales and business development in the US and Canada. Prior to her appointment with Teneo, Ms. Knudson was Director of Sales & Marketing at Business Events Canada, overseeing a multi-million sales and marketing platform. She began her career at the Hyatt Regency Vancouver and held sales positions at Hyatt properties in Calgary, Virginia and subsequently the Washington/Capital Hilton and the Waldorf Astoria Orlando/Hilton Bonnet Creek. Ms. Knudson has also worked in the area of destination sales and management as Director of Business Development for Travel Alberta. She currently serves on the ASAE Meetings & Expo Council.

Teneo Hospitality Group
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Conrad Washington, DC Set To Open February 2019 At Citycenterdc, Bringing New Standard Of Modern Luxury

Conrad Washington, DC today announced it is now accepting reservations for guests, meetings and events in anticipation of its opening in February 2019. The 360-room hotel, situated at the corner of New York Avenue and 10th Street NW, is the first for Conrad Hotels & Resorts in the nation's capital. The property is designed to bring Washington hospitality into a new era of modern luxury with its unique architecture, sleek interior design, inspired art collection and culinary offerings led by world-renowned chefs.

Conrad
Washington DC, Washington, United States
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Claudia Eggspuhler has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Washington DC National Mall

Hilton Washington DC National Mall (480 L'Enfant Plaza SW; 202-484-1000) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Claudia Eggspuhler as General Manager, to lead its executive team. The 367-room hotel represents the brand's latest expansion in metropolitan Washington. In modernizing the iconic address, Hilton creates 23,000 sq. ft. of fresh meeting and event space, exquisite dining, and incomparable views from atop L'Enfant Plaza, centrally located just steps from the National Mall and the city's bustling waterfront. Its executive team brings decades of expertise, presenting guests with experiences that marry immersive, contemporary activities with the capital's history. Claudia Eggspuhler comes to Hilton Washington DC National Mall with more than 17 years of experience in hospitality and tourism managing hotels across the US. Eggspuhler, A Swiss native, built a career developing personnel and original programming at dynamic, respected hotels. Most recently she served as the General Manager at the Westin Arlington Gateway. Prior to that, she was General Manager at properties including The Adolphus in the Dallas Fort Worth area and The Liaison Capitol Hill Hotel. Claudia has also earned degrees in Hotel Management from the Hotel Schule Belvedere, and Business from the College of Oberwinterthur, both in Switzerland.

Hilton
Washington DC, Washington, United States