Château Élan Winery & Resort, a 16th-century-styled château and full-service winery in Braselton, Ga., appointed Ed Walls as GM. In this role, Walls will be responsible for managing the resort's day-to-day success, overseeing all operational aspects, including everything from sales and marketing to food & beverage, while maximizing company revenue.
Château Élan Winery & Resort, the enchanting 16th century-styled château and full-service winery nestled among North Georgia's picturesque foothills, proudly announces the addition of Kevin Phenegar to its executive team as director of food and beverage. In this role, Phenegar will be responsible for all food and beverage operations including planning and implementing the menu, oversight of personnel, food production, inventory, catering and more.Phenegar brings an extensive wealth of knowledge and more than 25 years experience to his new role. He most recently served as the director of food and beverage at The Homestead Resort in Hot Springs, Va. and prior to that position he served as the director of resort food and beverage at The Sagamore Resort in Bolton Landing, N.Y., assistant director of food and beverage at Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, N.C. and the director of dining at The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas. Additional experience includes work with Doubletree and Hyatt Hotels.
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Alpharetta, owned and managed by WCG Hotels, also known as Windsor Capital Group, Inc., celebrated the official grand re-opening of its newly renovated property by hosting a summer solstice reception for hotel guests and clients.
Renowned hotel and brand management company Dream Hotel Group today announced plans to debut Dream Atlanta, Buckhead in 2021.
IHG has appointed Betty Wilson to the position of VP of americas sales, effective July 9. Previously, she served as VP of global sales for Starwood.. Most recently, Betty supported multiple hospitality-related organizations as a business consultant and executive coach. Prior to this, she served as SVP of business development at ConferenceDirect.
Menard has spent her entire career in Savannah and with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts. She arrived at Andaz Savannah from Hyatt Regency Savannah, where over a 19-year run she advanced through sales-related positions including Convention Services Manager, Group Sales Manager, and Business Sales Manager, before becoming E-Commerce, Marketing and Business Travel Sales Manager.
Coral Hospitality-GA, LLC today announced the appointments of new general managers at Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge and Unicoi State Park & Lodge. The two will oversee property operations - including the financial, food and beverage, staffing, recreational and guest services departments - for their respective locations.
Coral Hospitality-GA, LLC today announced the appointments of new general managers at Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge and Unicoi State Park & Lodge. The two will oversee property operations - including the financial, food and beverage, staffing, recreational and guest services departments - for their respective locations.
Michelle brings a wealth of experience accrued from a successful career in sales and digital marketing in the hospitality industry. She is a well-respected sales professional, sought-after speaker and presenter, and an industry influencer in the field of hotel marketing. In the last couple of years, ReviewPro has expanded its base of hotel clients in North America and the Caribbean, including the recently announced partnership with Radisson Hotel Group on a global level. The incorporation of Marquis is the latest addition to a fast-growing, US-based sales and account management team that has been put in place to support continued growth in the region. ###
Jon Erickson was recently named Director of Sales & Marketing for the iconic Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta. A seasoned hospitality professional, Erickson will lead the sales and marketing team and is responsible for the hotel's overall sales strategy. Prior to his new role, Erickson was Director of Sales & Marketing for the Renaissance Phoenix Downtown hotel. Designed by John Portman in 1976, The Westin Peachtree Plaza is a 73-story tower, topped by the tri-level Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar & View, with 1,073 guestrooms. At 754 feet, The Westin Peachtree Plaza is the tallest hotel in the Southeast United States. A graduate of the University of Houston, Erickson holds a Bachelor of Sc ience in Hotel and Restaurant Management.
Travelport, the leading Travel Commerce Platform, announced today new leadership for its Agency Commerce teams in the Americas and Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). In the Americas, Simon Ferguson will become Managing Director, Agency Commerce for the region which spans the United States, Canada, and Latin America. Ferguson takes over from Bret Kidd who will be taking an alternative role within Travelport. Simon will relocate from London, where he currently oversees Travelport's Northern Europe region and will be based in Atlanta, Georgia from 1 July. Simon is a graduate of Sheffield University whose earlier career included leadership positions in travel technology and media before joining Travelport in 2011. In 2017, Travelport's revenue in the Americas was over $700m.
Designed as a mountaintop haven for guests looking for weekend getaways, special occasions and weekday corporate events, The McLemore Resort Lookout Mountain, Curio Collection by Hilton is the result of a partnership between Chattanooga-based Scenic Land Company and Hilton (NYSE: HLT). The upper upscale hotel, conference center and spa, set to join Curio Collection by Hilton in 2020, will offer 180 rooms and over 10,000 square feet of conference space set within a more than 800-acre mountaintop golf resort development. Sitting at over 2,000 feet above sea level, guests will enjoy dramatic, cliffside views across the pristine McLemore Cove and Pigeon Mountain, as well as numerous dining options, a world-class 18-hole golf course and relaxed outdoor amenities. The location is also set against the backdrop of McLemore Cove and its more than 20,000 acres of protected wilderness area.
The St. Regis Atlanta, an unparalleled in-town resort located in the elegant enclave of Buckhead, is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniella Lea to the role of pastry chef for the property. Lea has almost a decade of culinary experience working at five-star hotels and restaurants from Argentina and Chile to Venezuela. In her new role as a pastry chef, Lea will be responsible for developing and crafting delectable desserts for guests, as the resort aims to incorporate international influences to accompany its increasing global exposure.
Hotel Equities announced the opening of the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Dublin, Georgia. Located at 620 Pinehill Road, the Fairfield Inn & Suites Dublin will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by AJR Hospitality LLC and managed by Hotel Equities of Atlanta, Georgia. Malcolm Donseroux serves as the General Manager with Nicole Asbell as the Assistant General Manager.
The Whitley, a Luxury Collection® Hotel, Atlanta Buckhead is proud to introduce Marc Suennemann as executive chef of the newly rebranded neighborhood icon. In this role, award-winning Chef Suennemann is managing culinary operations for the 507-room luxury hotel, overseeing the culinary team, bringing to life signature, sophisticated dishes and providing the tailored, anticipatory service for which The Whitley is known. Under his leadership, the property will open Trade Root – a Mediterranean-inspired concept – coming in February 2018.
Omni Hotels & Resorts announces the opening of its newest property, Omni Hotel at The Battery Atlanta. As the official hotel of the Atlanta Braves, the property is located in The Battery Atlanta, the city's newest mixed-use development and home to SunTrust Park, the Coca-Cola Roxy music venue, shopping, dining and premier office space.
Hotel Development Partners (HDP) recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Courtyard by Marriott Alpharetta, Georgia, located across the street from Avalon, a high-end shopping mall in the heart of a booming, mixed-use development north of Atlanta. Hotel Equities will manage the 115-room Courtyard by Marriott. Alex Brown Realty, Inc. serves as a joint venture partner with HDP in developing the hotel that is expected to open in late 2018.
Syed Jeff Hussain has been named the new Director of Food & Beverage at The Westin Atlanta Airport own & manages by Columbia Sussex Corporation. The Westin Atlanta Airport is one of the area’s most popular & busiest hotels for business and leisure travelers.
The Luxury Collection Hotels® and Resorts today announced the official debut of The Whitley, a Luxury Collection® Hotel, situated in the heart of Atlanta's urban chic Buckhead neighborhood. Owned by Host Hotels and Resorts, and officially rebranding from the iconic The Ritz Carlton, Buckhead, The Whitley joins a growing ensemble of more than 100 Luxury Collection hotels and resorts around the world, all of which offer a unique expression of their destination. Now, the luxurious 507-room property will host guests from around the world with tailored stays featuring timeless, yet trendsetting design and gracious Southern hospitality.
Hyatt Regency Savannah announces the appointment of Alison Houston as Executive Chef. In this role, Chef Houston will oversee all of the iconic hotel’s culinary operations, which includes 33,000 square feet of banquet space and the newly opened Moss + Oak Savannah Eatery, Bar and Market.