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Kevin Carlin has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton triple-brand hotel at McCormick Place

Kevin Carlin has been hired as the Director of Sales & Marketing of FHG’s Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn by Hilton and Home2 Suites by Hilton—Hilton’s first triple-brand hotel at McCormick Place, where he will be responsible for building and driving sales and promoting the hotel within the Chicago community. Prior to joining FHG, Carlin served as the assistant director of sales at the Hilton O’Hare/Hilton Rosemont Complex.

First Hospitality
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Journal Hotels Announces Debut Of Ambassador Chicago

Journal Hotels, a management company, today announced the debut of Ambassador Chicago restoring the legendary property to its historic identity. Built in 1926, Ambassador Chicago draws inspiration from the city"s Golden Age, having served as a local mainstay to celebrity icons such as Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor. With deep historical roots in the Windy City, Ambassador Chicago will pay homage to the city"s storied past through thoughtful programming and elegant design.

Journal Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Autograph Collection Introduces Hotel EMC2

Some might call it genius; all will call it "exactly like nothing else." Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), together with SMASHotels, an award-winning hospitality management company, announced the official opening of Hotel EMC2 in downtown Chicago. Celebrating the convergence of art and science through its design, cuisine and guest experience, Hotel EMC2 joins the diverse and dynamic portfolio of more than 100 Autograph Collection Hotels around the world that are independent, one-of-a-kind and champion values of vision, design and craft.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Sarah Graff has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

A Chicago-based hospitality professional since 2011, Graff joins the sales team from Conrad Chicago, where she worked closely with Lorenc to execute sales programs and initiatives for the hotel. Graff will be responsible for booking the downtown Chicago market for both hotels. Prior to this, Graff served as Group Sales Manager of AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, where she developed creative strategies to increase awareness and introduce the b rand in the United States. Prior to this, Graff served as Sales Coordinator of Radisson Blu Aqua Hotel, where she was part of the pre-opening team.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Rachel Levy has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Working closely with the senior sales team, Levy will focus on the Northeast U.S. and Eastern Canada territories and joins the team from Waldorf Astoria Chicago. A native Chicagoan, Levy’s experience in the hotel business spans over 12 years and includes both sales and conference services with Destination Hotels, InterContinental Hotels, and internships with Four Seasons Hotels and Starwood’s Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin. Additionally, Levy completed a nine-month assignment in Beijing during the 2008 Summer Olympics.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Rachel Clark has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Joining the team from Hilton Worldwide, Clark will play an integral role in the senior sales team, with a focus on sports bookings plus the West Coast and Western Canada market segments. Beginning her career with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts in an operations capacity, Clark’s experience in the hotel industry spans over ten years and includes both group and business travel sales and conference services with Hyatt Hotels, Hilton Worldwide and internships with Starwood Hotel & Resorts.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Katie Lorenc has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Lorenc joined Conrad Chicago as part of the pre-opening team in March 2016 as Senior Sales Manager. In her new dual role, Lorenc will be responsible for booking groups from the Mid-Atlantic, Southeast an d Texas markets for both Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago. Lorenc started her hospitality career in operations working for the Fairmont Chicago, where she developed her skills in multiple areas, including rooms, revenue management, and food and beverage. Prior to joining Conrad Chicago in 2016, Lorenc served as Group Sales Manager of The Langham Chicago.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Blythe Shaver has been appointed as Senior Sales Manager at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago are pleased to announce the appointment of five senior sales managers to lead the sales programs and initiatives at the two elite luxury properties. As part of the newly created roles, Blythe Shaver, Katie Lorenc, Rachel Clark, Rachel Levy, CMP, and Sarah Graff will work closely together to execute all aspects of the sales division for the 215-room Waldorf Astoria Chicago and the 287-room Conrad Chicago, both owned by hotelier Laurence Geller. The fiv e senior sales managers will report directly to Gordon Taylor III, Director of Sales and Marketing of Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago.

Hilton
Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Groundbreaking of WoodSpring Hotel in Tinley Park, Illinois.

WoodSpring Hotels, the nation"s fastest growing extended-stay hotel company, has partnered with Holladay Properties, a privately held, full-service commercial real estate firm, to develop their third hotel in the Chicago market. This property will be located in Tinley Park, Ill., near the intersection of I-80 and Harlem Avenue. Holladay Properties currently owns two operating WoodSpring Suites hotels in Romeoville and Darien, Ill.

WoodSpring Suites
Tinley Park, Illinois, United States
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Homewood Suites Aurora Naperville Opens

Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Aurora Naperville. Designed for guests who want to travel on their own terms, Homewood Suites by Hilton Aurora Naperville offers guests all the comforts of home, whether they are traveling for work or enjoying a well-earned getaway. With 146 new suites, the hotel is approximately one hour west of Chicago, providing guests access to the Windy City while exploring the Fox River Valley.

Homewood Suites
Aurora, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Residence Inn Chicago Bolingbrook now open

The 103-suite Residence Inn by Marriott in Bolingbrook, Illinois is now open for business. Located at 180 Remington Boulevard, the all-suite Residence Inn Chicago Bolingbrook will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by BGH Chicago Holdings LLC and managed by Love Hotel Management Company of St. Louis, Missouri. Located 25 miles south of downtown Chicago and 22 miles from Chicago Midway International Airport, the Residence Inn Chicago Bolingbrook offers its guests convenient access to Promenade Bolingbrook, the Illinois Aviation Museum, DuPage River Confluence Preserve and Lewis University. Rates vary depending on length of stay. Residence Inn properties are designed as all-suite hotels that offer studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom suites. Guests looking for a revitalizing sleep experience will enjoy the hotel"s plush mattresses and crisp linens, while guests focused on being productive will value their suite"s large, well-lit work desk, ergonomic chair and complimentary high-speed Internet access. Designed for stays of five nights or more, each suite also has a fully-equipped kitchen with a coffeemaker, microwave oven and residential-sized appliances.

Residence Inn
Bolingbrook, Illinois, United States
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Tod Chambers has been appointed as Managing Director at Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago

The AAA Mobil Five Diamond Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago have appointed Tod Chambers as Managing Director of the two premier luxury properties located within The Magnificent Mile. In his new dual role, Chambers will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the luxury 215-room and 287-room hotels, both owned by Laurence Geller, reporting directly to Pascal Duchauffour, Area Vice President of Operations-Luxury Hotels, The Americas.

Marriott
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Rebranding

Chicago's Notable Blackstone Hotel Joins Autograph Collection Hotels

Autograph Collection Hotels, part of Marriott International (NASDAQ: MAR), today announced The Blackstone will join the brand's diverse and distinguished portfolio of over 100 independent hotels around the world. A hallmark of hospitality and history in the Windy City, the hotel shares the brand's values of vision, design and craft and its exactly like nothing else mantra.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Cambria Hotels Opens its Second Chicago Property in the Loop - Theatre District

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest hotel companies, in partnership with developer Murphy Asset Management and management company Crescent Hotels & Resorts, announced today the opening of the Cambria Chicago Loop - Theatre District. This is the brand's second property in Chicago. The Magnificent Mile hotel opened in November 2016.

Cambria Hotels
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Development Opening

Home2 Suites by Hilton Opens in Schaumburg

Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago/Schaumburg. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 107 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Located in the heart of Schaumburg's business district, Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago/Schaumburg will cater not only to domestic and international visitors visiting the Chicago area, but also those seeking to experience The Village of Schaumburg's shopping, cultural and sport attractions, nature trails, and festivals such as Septemberfest.

Home2 Suites
Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
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Viceroy Chicago Opening September 2017

Viceroy Chicago, located in the exclusive Gold Coast neighborhood, will mark Viceroy"s first destination in the Windy City. Located at the site of the 1920s-era Cedar Hotel, among historic mansions and just steps to the Magnificent Mile and Lake Michigan, Viceroy Chicago will offer a locally-inspired luxury experience with 180 guestrooms and suites.

Viceroy
Chicago, Illinois, United States