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Scott Walsh has been appointed as Executive Vice President (EVP) of Asset, Design & Development at AKA Hotels + Hotel Residences

AKA Hotels + Hotel Residences, the longtime pioneer in luxury long-stay residences and creator of the World's Most Livable Hotels®, announces the appointment of Scott Walsh, Executive Vice President of Asset, Design & Development. Walsh's appointment comes at a pivotal point for AKA, as the brand executes its strategic growth plan introducing new properties and undertaking new projects. Walsh will oversee the renovation and transformation plans for existing AKA properties, as well as managing new ground-up developments involving construction, financing and lender relations.

Eric Fullem has been appointed as Executive Chef at Plant Riverside District

Plant Riverside District - a leading destination for exceptional food, live entertainment and more in Savannah, Ga. - recently hired former Sea Island Company Executive Chef Eric Fullem as Executive Chef. At Plant Riverside District, Fullem oversees culinary operations at 14 acclaimed restaurants as well as banquet services for the award-winning JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District located on Savannah's historic riverfront.

Rick Corcoran has been appointed as General Manager at Baccarat Hotel New York

Rick Corcoran has been named General Manager of the Forbes Five Star AAA Five Diamond Baccarat Hotel New York. In this new role, Corcoran oversees the day-to-day operation of the flagship hotel which reimagined the elegance and perfection of the legendary French crystal maker into a luxury lifestyle hospitality brand when it opened in March of 2015.

The Blakely Hotel in New York City Joins Trademark Collection by Wyndham

LuxUrban Hotels Inc. ("LuxUrban" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: LUXH), which utilizes an asset-light business model to lease entire hotels on a long-term basis and rent out hotel rooms in these properties in key major metropolitan cities, announced today that the Blakely Hotel in New York City has been re-branded as "The Blakely by LuxUrban, Trademark Collection® by Wyndham." The Blakely is the first LuxUrban property to integrate under the Wyndham Hotels & Resorts ("Wyndham") brand family and join the world's largest hotel franchisor.

Kelly Giger has been promoted to General Manager at The Industrialist Hotel, Pittsburgh, Autograph Collection

Giger brings more than fifteen years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager at The Industrialist Hotel. Newly promoted from the property's director of sales & marketing where she was responsible for the day-to-day management of sales and operations, Giger previously held several leadership roles at hotels across Pittsburgh. Her experience spans positions including director of group sales at Renaissance Hotel Pittsburgh, group sales manager at Sheraton Pittsburgh at Station Square and catering sales manager at The University Club in Pittsburgh.

Tim Ribich has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Place Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown

A twenty-year veteran in the hospitality industry, Tim is a seasoned leader with a focus on driving company growth and revenue at hotels across the U.S. Ribich joins Hyatt Place Hyatt House Indianapolis Downtown from White Lodging where he most recently served as general manager at Fairfield Inn and Suites Indianapolis Downtown and was responsible for overseeing daily operations of the hotel. Prior to that, he held leadership roles within the company including task force general manager at Home2 Suites by Hilton Mishawaka and assistant general manager at Indianapolis Marriott Downtown.

Tim Stacer has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton Richmond Downtown

Stacer brings more than two decades of expertise in sales, revenue management and strategic leadership in the hospitality industry. Previously the area director of sales & marketing at Hilton Richmond Downtown, Stacer returns to the property as director of sales & marketing from recently held roles as founding member at JEMS Hospitality Group where he served as chief operating officer and executive vice president, regional revenue manager at Bluewater Hospitality and revenue manager Highgate Hotels.

The Rebounding San Diego Lodging Market Attracts Investor Interest

In 2022 and the first half of 2023, San Diego hotels experienced unprecedented RevPAR growth, similar to much of California, as markets recovered from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, hotel development and transactions have been strong. However, construction of full-service hotels remains challenging amid a steep rise in development costs.

David Arciniega has been named Executive Chef at Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk

Thompson San Antonio - Riverwalk, an award-winning contemporary hotel on the banks of the iconic San Antonio River Walk, today announced the appointment of David Arciniega as Executive Chef. A native of San Antonio, Chef Arciniega has been a member of the hotel's culinary team since he joined as Executive Sous Chef in 2022, responsible for the concept design and execution of all private events. In his new role, Chef Arciniega will oversee the hotel's culinary program, from weddings and events to its signature dining venues, The Moon's Daughters and Cenote Pool Deck, which offer Mediterranean-inspired menus.

Xavier Moulin has been appointed as Managing Director at The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville

The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville, is pleased to announce the appointment of Xavier Moulin as its new Managing Director. With an impressive career in the hospitality industry spanning 25 years and eight countries, Moulin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role at the renowned downtown hotel, voted readers' number one favorite hotel in Nashville for two consecutive years in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2022 and 2023.

Reimagined Americana Motor Hotel Debuts on Route 66

Inspired by Flagstaff's natural wonders, scenic drives and lunar history, Americana Motor Hotel is open following an extensive transformation led by Practice Hospitality, a Dallas-based hotel management company and operator of award-winning hotels with intentionally-crafted experiences and soul. Parked right on historic Route 66, this retro-futuristic motor hotel offers 89 artful rooms, a year-round heated pool, fenced in "Barkyard" with dog wash station, spacious Backyard with firepits, and telescopes to explore the star-spangled sky in the world's First International Dark Sky City.

Knowland Reports 21 Percent Growth in Meetings and Events in August

Knowland, the world’s leading provider of data-as-a-service insights on meetings and events for hospitality, reports overall U.S. meeting and event volume for August 2023 was up 21 percent over August 2022. This data is sourced from Knowland’s sales intelligence platform designed to help hoteliers build and protect a hotel’s revenue base.