Jonathan Kaplan, currently Vice President of Global Sales Strategy, will move into the role of Vice President of Americas Sales.
Betty Wilson, currently Vice President of Americas Sales, will be taking on the role of Vice President of Global Accounts. Betty Wilson joined IHG in 2018 as Vice President of Americas Sales. In that role, Betty was instrumental in reshaping the Americas sales function at IHG, growing revenue and driving customer-focused solutions. She brings substantial expertise in planning and executing multi-brand strategies to increase demand and accelerate share growth to her new role as Vice President of Global Accounts. In this role, Betty and her team will bring the best of what IHG can offer to its valued customers and partners on a global scale, across all regions, B2B segments, and markets. Before joining IHG, Betty spent more than 20 years at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, ultimately serving as Vice President of Global Sales.
Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center has announced the completion of a $12 million renovation to the hotel's public spaces and dining outlets which includes the addition of four new food and beverage concepts: Top Draft, Centennial Grounds, New South Kitchen and Vues Lobby Bar.
Berry College held its groundbreaking ceremony Monday to mark the start of construction on the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel adjacent to the Rome Tennis Center at Berry College in Rome, GA. The hotel will be managed by Hotel Equities who will provide development services throughout the hotel's construction phase. Construction is expected to be complete in fall 2021.
Today, Mayfair Street Partners and Hotel Equities shared the latest news regarding Alpharetta, Georgia's highly anticipated boutique hotel, The Hamilton. Construction on the luxury bespoke hotel in the heart of the city's downtown has reached its topping-off milestone ahead of schedule. Hotel Equities also announced that Kenneth Washington has been named general manager of the 119-room hotel located at 21 Milton Avenue. The Hamilton is owned and developed by Mayfair Street Partners ("Mayfair") and Hotel Equities ("HE") will operate the hotel upon opening. Both Mayfair and HE are headquartered locally in Alpharetta, GA.
Today, Mayfair Street Partners and Hotel Equities shared the latest news regarding Alpharetta, Georgia's highly anticipated boutique hotel, The Hamilton. Construction on the luxury bespoke hotel in the heart of the city's downtown has reached its topping-off milestone ahead of schedule. Hotel Equities also announced that Kenneth Washington has been named general manager of the 119-room hotel located at 21 Milton Avenue. The Hamilton is owned and developed by Mayfair Street Partners ("Mayfair") and Hotel Equities ("HE") will operate the hotel upon opening. Both Mayfair and HE are headquartered locally in Alpharetta, GA.
Situated at 17001 Abercorn Street in the popular vacation destination of Savannah, Georgia, the 75-room hotel is less than five minutes from the Shoppes of Savannah, 10 minutes from the Armstrong Campus of Georgia Southern University and 15 minutes from Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport as well as the Savannah Historic District. Full of rich history and culture, Savannah is home to the largest National Historic Landmark District in the U.S., featuring 18th and 19th century architecture and many green spaces. The city's famed buildings, riverboats and Spanish moss-draped oak trees come alive in signature murals showcased throughout the common areas and guest rooms of the hotel. The city also offers world-class shopping, dining, museums and entertainment attractions.
A five-floor Staybridge Suites opened on Wednesday, September 30 in Duluth, Georgia. Conveniently located at the Duluth Highway exit of Interstate 85, the new hotel has 99 spacious guest suites, each of which features a full modern kitchen as well as separate areas for sleeping and for working or relaxing.
Sonesta International Hotels Corporation is thrilled to introduce Sonesta Atlanta Northwest Galleria, expanding the brand's national footprint in this key tourism and business region.
The move comes as part of IHG's investment in data-driven decision making and the further development of a team of professional data scientists that enhance strategic and tactical business decisions for all IHG brands and channels. This high-caliber insights team will serve as a center of excellence for analytics across the IHG enterprise. David will report to Claire Bennett, Global Chief Marketing Officer at IHG.
Local hotelier RevPAR Development is nearing the opening of its 164-room Element by Westin Buckhead hotel adjacent to the Prominence office tower, at 3491 Piedmont Rd. NE.
Set to open in early 2021 in Atlanta's posh Buckhead neighborhood, Kimpton's much-anticipated hotel announces its name, Kimpton Sylvan Hotel, and appoints its leader, General Manager Tristan Haas. An adaptive reuse of a 1950s-era residential property, the Kimpton Sylvan Hotel will embrace the mid-century modern design scheme of the original exterior adding a splash of understated sophistication and heartfelt Southern hospitality.
LNW Hospitality and New Castle Hotels, the developers of the new dual-branded Courtyard/Residence Inn coming to Jekyll Island, announced the formal topping out of the building. This important construction milestone, the completion of the support structure of the roof, was marked by a ceremony on site.
Radisson, one of the best recognized hotel brands, is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport at 4475 Best Road, College Park, GA. This new construction hotel is an outstanding example of the Radisson brand's continued growth, characterized by its sleek, state of the art design combined with modern comfort and functionality. The hotel is located just minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and a short drive from downtown Atlanta. Guests can enjoy access to a complimentary 24-hour airport shuttle, unique dining experiences at the hotel's onsite restaurant, ample meeting space and modern amenities, all with the ease of knowing they are being cared for by a warm and welcoming staff.
The Kimpton Brice Hote lis pleased to announce the appointment of Xavier Etcheberrigaray to General Manager. In this role, Etcheberrigaray will oversee operations at the 145-room property in the heart of Savannah's National Historic Landmark District, including hiring decisions, guest services, budgets and leading the hotel's high-quality service experience. Etcheberrigaray is a seasoned industry leader who brings international experience to his role at The Kimpton Brice Hotel. He began his career as a barman and food & beverage trainee with InterContinental Hotels in Miami and Atlanta before pursuing an MBA from the prestigious Glion in Montreux, Switzerland. Most recently, Etcheberrigaray was hotel manager of the 433-room Westin Ft. Lauderdale Beach Resort, managed by HEI, where he was responsible for driving performance across operating departments, helping enhance the reputation of the hotel's refurbished rooms and re-positioned restaurants, while supporting a multi-million-dollar renovation. Prior to this, he was Director of Hotel Operations at Caesars Entertainment, based in Las Vegas, where he executed hospitality related initiatives for Caesars' Brands, including Caesars Palace, Flamingo, and Harrah's. In addition, Etcheberrigaray has worked overseas with the Swiss based luxury group, Kempinski Hotels. Due to his international experience, Etcheberrigaray speaks fluent French and Spanish.
Lendlease and IHG® Army Hotels announce the opening of the new Candlewood Suites® hotel on Fort Gordon - the largest Candlewood Suites in the world. The hotel is the latest example of the successful collaboration between the U.S. Army, Lendlease and IHG Army Hotels, which has grown to a portfolio of hotels located in 40 U.S. military installations.
Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta welcomes General Manager Nancy Chacon to the city's leading hotel.
Marriott International announced today that the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Atlanta, Georgia is now open for business. The 150-suite hotel, located at 1005 Crestline Parkway, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Peachtree Hotel Group and managed by Peachtree Hospitality Management both located in Atlanta, Georgia. General Manager Jennifer Geiger spearheads the management team at the property for Peachtree Hotel Group.
Located in one of Atlanta's most stylish neighborhoods, Thompson Buckhead is also being developed by Regent Partners and is scheduled to open in late 2021. The hotel's home, in the walkable Buckhead Village area, will offer a more residential setting. Designed by Studio 11, the property will appropriately have the atmosphere of a luxurious private home—with an intimate jewel-box bar, works by local artists on display, and greenery throughout, the lobby will feel like a stylish and contemporary Southern great room. Chevron-patterned wood floors with area rugs, marble mosaic-tiled bathrooms and large walk-in showers are among the elements that will embody the sleek style of the 201 spacious guest rooms, inclusive of 32 suites. The penthouse-level Thompson Suite will include a spacious kitchen, glass-enclosed dining room, and master suite featuring a spa-like wet-room with steam shower and soaking tub.
Thompson Savannah, scheduled to open in summer 2021, will bring together the city's colorful past and exciting present with design that combines historic architectural details and contemporary flair. Developed by Atlanta-based Regent Partners as part of the mixed-use Eastern Wharf project—adjacent to the city's historic center and on the banks of the Savannah River—the 193-room property is being designed by Dallas-based firm Studio 11 and will include 21 suites with wraparound balconies. From the parquet tile flooring of the lobby to the use of rich jewel tones and botanical patterns throughout both the common areas and guest rooms, the hotel's design will be inspired by the endemic flora of a city famous for its many green spaces, while staying true to the mid-century modern aesthetic that has become a signature of the Thompson Hotels brand.