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Concord Hospitality Completes Major Exterior Renovation At SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU

Concord Hospitality, a leading hotel management and development company, is excited to announce the completion of a comprehensive exterior renovation at its SpringHill Suites Columbus OSU property. The hotel has received Marriott's official Property Improvement Plan (PIP) stamp of approval, following a series of upgrades that enhance both its aesthetics and functionality. The renovation, which began in July 2024, has revitalized the hotel with a modernized façade, refreshed landscaping, and updated signage, all in line with Marriott's current branding standards. The property's parking areas have also been repaired, resealed, and restriped, ensuring a smooth experience for guests.

SpringHill Suites
Columbus, Ohio, United States
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Kent Bearden has been promoted to Director of Food & Beverage at Hôtel Swexan

Hôtel Swexan, the family-owned luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of the Harwood District, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kent Bearden as Director of Food & Beverage. With over 20 years of industry expertise spanning operations, design and development, public relations, financial planning, and more, Bearden will take the property's innovative culinary and beverage programs to new heights.

Harwood International
Dallas, Texas, United States
Development Opening

Hilton’s Curio Collection Debuts in San Francisco with Opening of Timbri Hotel

Last week, Timbri Hotel San Francisco opened its doors as the latest addition to Curio Collection by Hilton, offering a retreat in the heart of the city's Mid-Market neighborhood. This 12-story, 236-room property seamlessly blends modern design with nature to create a fresh, invigorating environment where culture, creativity and comfort coexist.

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
San Francisco, California, United States
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Development Rebranding

The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa Unveils New Name and Multimillion-Dollar Transformation

The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa is pleased to announce its new name and unveil its multimillion-dollar renovation. Nestled along the historic Sacramento River, the upscale, contemporary hotel has transformed all of its 101 spacious guestrooms and suites, its striking lobby and check-in area, and expansive meetings and events spaces. The property will also debut a newly constructed private marina in early spring 2025, where guests can host private events and local boaters can dock and enjoy the hotel's offerings. The Westin Sacramento Riverfront Hotel & Spa is owned by Monarch Alternative Capital and operated by HHM Hotels, an award-winning hotel management and investment company that operates over 235 full-service and select-service hotels across the United States and Canada.

Westin
Sacramento, California, United States
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Development Pipeline

The Hotel Group & TE Miller Development Celebrate Topping Off of the Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell

Award-winning hotel management company The Hotel Group ("THG"), an affiliate of Hotel Equities, and TE Miller Development, LLC, are excited to announce the topping-off milestone for the Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalispell, MT. This important construction milestone marks the completion of the building's framework for the 107-room extended-stay property, which is slated to open in late spring 2025 at the intersection of US Highway 93 and Rose Crossing.

Home2 Suites
Kalispell, Montana, United States
Supplier News Sales & Marketing

2025 Trends Webinar – Futureproofing Your Digital Presence with LLMs, Agents, and Zero-Clicks

We are excited to announce our 2025 Digital Marketing Trends Webinar on January 9, 2025, at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET. Join Milestone Founder and President, Benu Aggarwal; Bill Hunt, President of Back Azimuth Consulting; and Q&A with Barry Schwartz, CEO of RustyBrick, as we explore the critical shifts and innovations shaping the future of digital marketing. As we move further into an AI-driven landscape, understanding and integrating these trends will be essential to staying ahead of the competition. Below are some of the key trends we will discuss, along with the data supporting insights

Milestone Inc.
Santa Clara, California, United States
Opinion Article Design & Architecture

Defining the New Miami with EAST Miami

The story of an urban hotel is the story of a city. The two move in stride, with the hospitality industry offering a home and a helpful hand to visitors while also providing dining and drinking hotspots that enable newcomers to evolve into lasting denizens of the locale. In this case study, EAST Miami (operated by Swire Hotels) that first opened in 2016 has grown to be the cultural steward for the booming neighborhood in Miami that is Brickell, presenting a picture of where hotel trends in luxury amenities, branding and customer mindsets are headed.

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By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
Miami, Florida, United States
Opinion Article Sales & Marketing

The Mille Club: Exploring SoCal Luxury at El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel

A quick jaunt up the coast for Angelenos or anyone else in Southern California (SoCal) is the picturesque haven of Santa Barbara with its never-ending white sand beaches surrounded by trendy restaurants and beachfront accommodations. But drive a few minutes up the city’s hills, and you will reach the El Encanto, a secluded, 7.5-acre oasis of verdant gardens tucked into the upper reaches. Here, a serene presence contrasts the endless hubbub of cars, people, boats, and related commercial activities.

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By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
Santa Barbara, California, United States
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Jose R. Rodriguez has been appointed as Director of Restaurants at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

Director of Restaurants Jose R. Rodriguez boasts more than 15 years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, having most recently served as General Manager of COA Signature Restaurant at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. During his tenure, the restaurant earned Forbes 5-star recognition. Rodriguez' career also includes roles with prestigious culinary brands, such as Nobu and Jean-Georges, where he held key management positions at NOBU Restaurant Los Cabos and SEARED by Jean-Georges at One & Only Palmilla. Born and raised in Mexico City, Jose holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Hotel Management from Les Roches, Switzerland.

Ritz-Carlton
Truckee, California, United States
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Christopher Bean has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

Executive Chef Christopher Bean joins the team with over 13 years of experience with The Ritz-Carlton brand, most recently serving as Executive Sous Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts and Johnson & Wales University, he has worked across various culinary roles, including stints in Michelin-starred dining rooms, banquets and fine dining establishments. As Executive Chef, Bean will oversee all culinary operations at the resort, bringing his refined skills and culinary creativity to new heights.Chef Bean's attention to quality and selective ingredients have been always strong part of his philosophy to create dishes and receipts that meets every palate expectation.

Ritz-Carlton
Truckee, California, United States