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.
Wardell brings a wealth of experience and leadership to Canyon Ranch's upscale and immersive wellness resort nestled among the California redwoods, having most recently served as the General Manager at the Calistoga Motor Lodge Resort and Spa. He has also had a remarkable career managing hotel portfolios and leading successful hotel operations for IHG-Sonesta, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, and The Island Hotel in various California communities.
Dorchester Collection has announced the appointment of Christoph Moje as general manager of Los Angeles' Hotel Bel-Air, effective from February 10, 2024. With almost 30 years' experience in luxury hotels across the America, Christoph re-joined Dorchester Collection seven years ago as hotel manager for sister property, The Beverly Hills Hotel. In 2021, he made the transition across to Hotel Bel-Air as hotel manager and he will now take on the role of general manager. Christoph's previous roles include numerous managerial positions within hotel groups, including The RitzCarlton Hotel Company and the Langham Hospitality Group. He also spent a period with the Dorchester Collection in the late noughties as hotel manager of the New York Palace before moving to Hotel Bel-Air for its triumphant relaunch in 2011. Christoph, who hails from Hamburg in Germany, graduated from the Bavaria Hotel Management School. Having now lived in America for nearly 30 years he considers California to be his home.
Carter Hospitality Group has named longtime hotel executive James P. Pulver managing director of its two award-winning Temecula Valley properties: South Coast Winery Resort & Spa and Carter Estate Winery and Resort - both situated in the heart of Southern California's growing wine country.
Agnes Park has been promoted to Executive Vice President, Legal and General Counsel, and will oversee global legal, compliance, and regulatory functions, ensuring the utmost standards of legal compliance and excellence are maintained throughout development, operations, and corporate activities.
Nicole Young has been promoted to Vice President, Revenue Management and Distribution, Global. Nicole joined Rosewood Hotel Group in 2017 to drive revenue through the optimization of revenue management and maximizing distribution opportunities across key traditional and emerging channels. In her new position, she will also act as the regional business expert for the Americas while leading the charge in advancing global revenue management and distribution processes and systems.
DKN Hotels today announced the opening of a new rooftop lounge at the SpringHill Suites by Marriott San Diego Carlsbad. Located at 3136 Carlsbad Boulevard, Tower39 Rooftop Lounge features signature cocktails crafted with the freshest locally sourced ingredients and beers from local breweries. The menu focuses on fresh salads, small plates featuring tacos, paninis and flatbreads, as well as numerous shareable sides.
W San Francisco, an electric urban oasis located in the heart of San Francisco's culturally-vibrant SoMa District, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Ossenkop as general manager. Ossenkop was also honored with an appointment to the board of directors of The Hotel City Council of San Francisco (HCSF) - a non-profit trade association founded in 1987 designed to advocate on behalf of the local hospitality community. With more than 22 years of hospitality management experience, he will be responsible for the hotel's daily operations, ensuring efficiency, providing strategic direction, managing budgets, and supervising staff.
MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa, a 69-room luxury boutique hotel recently acquired by Foley Entertainment Group (FEG), proudly announces the appointment of Robyn Montes as the new Food & Beverage Director. In her role, Montes will help support the daily culinary operations for the property's three culinary concepts — Layla, the dining centerpiece of the hotel, The Bar at MacArthur and The Porch, a marketplace featuring local purveyors — weddings and social events, poolside dining, and the hotel's in-room dining program. With a rich background in the culinary arts and a commitment to impeccable service, Montes will elevate the dining experience at MacArthur Place to new heights.
DKN Hotels today announced a fresh chapter in the life of its Cardiff by the Sea Lodge. The three-story hotel has a new look after a comprehensive revitalization to its exterior, rooftop deck, public spaces and all guest rooms. The 17-room hotel located at 142 Chesterfield Drive is owned and managed by DKN Hotels of Irvine, California.
Overseeing all sales and marketing efforts at The Lodge at Sonoma, Whitaker will implement her many years of experience to maximize revenue and occupancy at the luxury resort, executing impactful brand initiatives and partnerships. Having successfully held leadership positions in prominent tourism markets, including Vail, Napa, and Miami, Whitaker looks forward to applying her expertise to the distinctive Sonoma destination.
As Director of Food & Beverage at The Lodge at Sonoma, Jeff Libunao will oversee all operations at the onsite restaurants including Benicia's Kitchen and High Horse Pool Bar, as well as in-room dining. Having previously worked at The Lodge at Sonoma as Executive Chef throughout the brand's transition from a Renaissance resort to an Autograph Collection Resort, Libunao brings a deep understanding of the resort's culinary operations, the restaurant outlets, and the events/banquet services.
Everline Resort & Spa, a spacious mountain resort in North Lake Tahoe's Olympic Valley, announces Steve Uricchio as Director of Food and Beverage. Uricchio joins the property from Cannery Casino Resorts in Las Vegas. In his new role, he will be responsible for overseeing the resort's dining experience including banquets and the property's six on-site restaurants.
Harrah's Resort Southern California is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Adams to the position of Director of Restaurant Operations across all concepts at the resort. In this new role, Adams will be responsible for managing the resort's day-to-day operations for the food and beverage division, overseeing chefs, service staff, and back of house teams, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all restaurants to drive continued success for the Harrah's Resort SoCal brand.
San Francisco's historic Palace Hotel, a member of Marriott International's Luxury Collection, is pleased to announce the appointment of Geoffrey Sarabia-Mason as director of sales and marketing. He joins the luxury property with more than three decades of management experience. A tenured industry professional, Sarabia-Mason will be responsible for planning and implementing sales and marketing programs for the landmark hotel.
Unveiling Ocean Avenue's newest beachfront jewel - promising a serene oasis to Feel the Moment.
The SureStay by Best Western San Francisco Marina District has opened its doors in San Francisco California, and invites travelers to experience one of the newest hotel brands in the industry - SureStay® Hotels, comprised of four distinctive brands offering traditional and longer stay travelers' comfort and value while away from home.
The Lodge at Sonoma, an Autograph Collection Resort, the quintessential luxury resort located in the heart of Northern California's wine country, is pleased to welcome FungaiMuzunzeas General Manager. With more than 25 years of experience working in luxury hotels across the globe,Muzunzebrings a wealth of expertise to his new role where he will oversee strategic and day-to-day operations at the expansive 182-room resort, including food and beverage management, sales and marketing, team member engagement, overall guest experience, and more.
Coachman Hotel, a 103-room boutique property located in the picturesque mountain town of South Lake Tahoe, has named Benjamin Cann as its new general manager amid a multi-million-dollar expansion and reimagination project slated for completion in 2024. In his new role, Cann will help guide the reimagined hotel, which first opened in the 1960s, into its new chapter as a hip, modern boutique property focused on providing guests with an elevated leisure experience as well as attracting corporate clientele in search of unique accommodations for serene, outdoor recreation-centric company retreats.
Hard Rock International and the Tejon Indian Tribe celebrated the groundbreaking of the long-awaited hotel and casino located at Hwy. 166 and Sabodan Road West of the community of Mettler, California on Tejon Tribal land. The celebration featured a commemorative shovel groundbreaking with Hard Rock representatives, Tejon Indian Tribe leadership and general membership plus statewide and local community leaders.