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Chip Minick has been named Associate Director of Sales at Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek

Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek has announced the appointment of Clyde "Chip" Minick as Associate Director of Sales for the 62-acre resort, which sits just five miles from Walk Disney World® Resort and offers more than 50,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Minick was promoted from his previous position as Senior Sales Manager at the award-winning resort.

Joern Schwaiger has been appointed as General Manager at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resort Collection

The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Auberge Resort Collection, a historic landmark turned luxury destination in Los Olivos, is pleased to announce the appointment of Joern Schwaiger as General Manager. A seasoned hospitality veteran with over 20 years of luxury hotel experience, Joern will oversee all operations for the 6.5 acre property.

Groundbreaking of New Georgia National Fairgrounds Hotel

Retreat Hotels & Resorts (“Retreat”), the Georgia Agricultural Exposition Authority (“GAEA”), and the City of Perry, GA announced the start of construction of a new TownePlace Suites / Fairfield by Marriott dual-branded hotel on the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter (“Fairgrounds”) in Perry, GA. The hotel is expected to open in the summer of 2025.

Benjamin Palmer has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Everly Hollywood

Kimpton Everly Hollywood, the hip Los Angeles hotel that exudes relaxed California sophistication, is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin Palmer as General Manager. A seasoned professional in the luxury lifestyle hospitality space, Palmer brings a wealth of experience, deep commitment to employee engagement, and proven track record in strategic growth to the Everly team.

FIU Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management names new Chair and Vice Chair and welcomes new Board member

Florida International University's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management appoints hospitality alumnus John McKibbon ’75 as Chair of the Dean’s Executive Advisory Board (EAB) with fellow alumna, Norma Becker ’82 as Vice Chair. In addition, it welcomes a new board member, Matias Pesce, MSF ’18, CEO of Vida & Estilo, a Miami and Las Vegas-based restaurant and hotel hospitality group. The trio and 18 other board members will continue to advise Michael Cheng, dean of the Chaplin School, and support the top 8 ranked hospitality school's mission to educate future hospitality leaders.

ADA Defense Lawyer: Has Your Business Been Sued by Pacific Trial Attorneys or These Plaintiffs? How to Defend These Unruh Civil Rights Act Lawsuits

A recent spate of lawsuits from plaintiffs represented by Pacific Trial Attorneys has highlighted the need for businesses to ensure ADA compliance. In the below article, JMBM partner Stuart Tubis discusses the importance of website compliance, and how best to defend your business if there is liability.

Jose De Jesus Angulo has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Palomar South Beach

Jose De Jesus Angulo is a 28-year hospitality veteran with a diverse background representing premier hotel brands including Kimpton, Hilton, IHG, Sonesta, and various lifestyle hotels. Angelo brings a wealth of knowledge and award-winning hospitality experience to Kimpton Palomar South Beach, with his most recent role serving as the Director of Sales and Marketing for Virgin Hotels Chicago. In prior roles, Jose led the sales teams at Royal Sonesta Chicago River North, Kimpton Palomar Chicago, Kinzie Hotel Chicago, and Amalfi Hotel Chicago.

The Metric Hotel Deploys GuestCast by Hotel Internet Services to Deliver Personalized Guestroom TV Experiences

Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a full-service provider of internet services and solutions for the hospitality industry, has announced the successful adoption of its GuestCast content streaming solution by The Metric Hotel in Los Angeles, California. An award-winning platform designed to easily adapt to the interests of each guest, GuestCast now plays an essential role in The Metric’s ability to cater to its young and international guest demographic. These tech-savvy travelers increasingly expect hotel in-room entertainment services to mirror their content-viewing preferences, regardless of where they travel.

Bethany Wade has been appointed as General Manager at Longfellow Hotel

Longfellow Hotel, a brand-new, 48-room boutique hotel from Maine-based, family-owned hospitality group Uncommon Hospitality, announced the appointment of Bethany Wade as general manager. Wade will play an integral role in launching the exciting West End project, spearheading hotel operations, guest services, and community outreach to cement The Longfellow's legacy as a Portland hospitality icon.