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Catherine Morgen has been appointed as Director at Castell Project, Inc.

Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP (MMM), a full service AmLaw 200 firm, is pleased to announce that Partner Catherine Morgen has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Castell Project, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating the careers of women professionals in the hospitality industry. Morgen, who is a partner in MMM's Commercial Real Estate Development, Finance and Hospitality Practices in Atlanta, joins the three-year-old organization in its goal to ensure that women move to 1-in-3 executive positions of power and influence in the industry, as well as the organization's "Ladder Up" capital campaign that has a goal of raising $1 million dollars to help women climb the corporate ladder.

Christophe Truchet has been appointed as Executive Chef at Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead

Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead is pleased to formally welcome Executive Chef Christophe Truchet as the leader of the hotel's culinary team. Chef Christophe is responsible for the property's culinary and banquet operations, menu development, concept and programming for the hotel's signature restaurant, Café & Bar, and oversees in-room dining.

Heating Up: W Atlanta - Midtown Unveils Full Renovation

W Atlanta - Midtown is excited to announce the completion of its top-to-bottom renovation, marking a new chapter for one of the largest W Hotels in the world. In the first major overhaul of the hotel since its opening in 2009, the property reimagined all 466 guest rooms, including 33 specialty suites and over 40,000 square feet of meeting and special event space, which were completed in 2018 as part of the renovation.

Château Élan Winery & Resort Unveils Plans for $25 Million Renovation Set for Completion in November 2019

Château Élan Winery & Resort the enchanting château and full-service winery nestled among North Georgia's picturesque foothills, unveils plans today for an extensive $25 million dollar renovation, scheduled for completion in November 2019. The complete transformation introduces a fresh, yet timeless, modernized design while delivering a unique, distinctly southern concept dressed in French undertones, honoring the existing estate's 16th century-style charm. Beckoning a new generation, the transformation will include a complete overhaul of 251 guest rooms and 24 suites, four new food and beverage outlets, the winery, as well as the resort lobby, with a facelift to the existing pool terrace and immersive spa.

Matt Kistler has been appointed as Senior VP of Global Insights, Analytics and Data at IHG - InterContinental Hotels Group

IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group), one of the world's leading hotel companies, welcomes marketing analytics expert Matt Kistler as Senior Vice President of Global Insights, Analytics and Data. Charged with elevating IHG's consumer insights and marketing effectiveness, Kistler and his team harness the power of analytics to better anticipate and meet guest needs and preferences and bolster the position of the company's global portfolio of 15 brands. In addition to consumer insights, Kistler's team is responsible for assessing brand and category performance and measuring the return on investment of marketing campaigns and activities around the globe. IHG will leverage his expertise and leadership to help define its future data strategy and harness insights to create intensely personal experiences for guests visiting its more than 5,600 hotels around the world.Kistler brings more than 25 years of experience in leadership roles at best-in-class consumer organizations. Most recently, he served as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy & Client Partner at Symphony AI. Prior to that Kistler was Senior Vice President, Global Consumer Insights & Analytics at Walmart where he positioned the company as a thought leader, with a pulse on trends shaping consumer behavior. He holds a bachelor's degree in marketing from Michigan State University and an MBA from Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University.Reporting to Chief Marketing Officer Claire Bennett, Kistler is based at IHG's Americas headquarters in Atlanta.

Hilton Garden Inn Continues Rapid Growth with a New Opening in Atlanta

Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) award-winning, global upscale brand of hotels, today announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta-Buckhead, located at 3342 Peachtree Road NE. The newly re-designed hotel, formerly the Doubletree Hotel Buckhead, is in the heart of the Buckhead financial district and close to MARTA Rail Station and Lenox Square. Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta-Buckhead offers enhanced food and beverage options, modern and contemporary designs and the brand's hallmark bright and airy décor, along with exceptional service.

On Air Soon: Reverb By Hard Rock™ Hotel Downtown Atlanta

Atlanta-based Hotel Equities (HE) reported out on the construction progress for the REVERB by Hard Rock™ Downtown Atlanta hotel, signaling that construction is on schedule to open in February 2020. Local developer Bolton Atlanta, LP has partnered with Hotel Equities to open and operate the inaugural hotel for Hard Rock's newest generation of music-centric hotels. REVERB™ is the brand's entrance into the select-service category.

Edgar Carrera has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee

Fresh flavors and authentic techniques can be expected at The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee with the appointment of Edgar Carrera to Executive Chef, overseeing the entire culinary operation. With Chef Carrera at the helm, the culinary experiences on property will be infused by his heritage, while remaining true to the Southern cuisine that is synonymous with the resort.

Kevin Rosa has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort

As a leader with more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Rosa has a history of commitment to the Financial and Insurance Planner market for the past 23 years, in addition to being a member of the Hospitality Partners Committee from 2004-2007. Previous work experience includes employment in Task Force Sales and Marketing at Strategic Solution Partners, Director of Sales & Marketing at Villas of Grand Cypress in Orlando, Fla., The Don CeSar in St. Pete Beach, Fla., Turnberry Isle Miami in Aventura, Fla., The Sagamore in Bolton Landing, NY and other various sales roles at Sea Island Company, Maritz Travel Company, The Greenbrier and The Breakers

Best Western® Hotels & Resorts Welcomes Ecco Suites, BW Signature Collection® By Best Western To Augusta

Best Western Hotels & Resorts today announced the opening of its newest upper-midscale property, Ecco Suites, BW Signature Collection by Best Western, in Augusta, Georgia. Ecco Suites opens its doors as a BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel, featuring the unique style and personality that are hallmarks of the brand, while bringing travelers the local charms of Augusta.

AC Hotel Atlanta Midtown And Moxy Atlanta Midtown Now Open

Noble Investment Group and Marriott International today announce the opening of the dual-branded AC Hotel Atlanta Midtown and Moxy Atlanta Midtown in the heart of Midtown's thriving business and arts district. With a combined 288 rooms and suites, this is the first-ever combination of the AC Hotels by Marriott and Moxy Hotels brands under one roof. These new additions mark the first Moxy Hotel in Georgia and the third AC Hotel in Atlanta (Noble's second after the AC Hotel Atlanta Buckhead at Phipps Plaza).

Hotel Equities Announces Opening Of First Four Points Hotel In Georgia

Today, Atlanta-based hotel owner, operator and developer, Hotel Equities (HE) announced the opening of the Four Points by Sheraton Atlanta Airport West, Georgia's first Four Points by Sheraton. The 186-room hotel is owned by GGDE, LLC and offers 4,500 square feet of state-of-the-art, flexible meeting space able to accommodate 400+ guests. Hotel Equities will manage the new hotel. Mark Lesser will lead the team as general manager and Stefanie Little will oversee sales and marketing as director of sales.