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Second Hyatt Studio Property Planned for Marysville, CA

Presidio Hotel Development LLC has entered into a franchise agreement with Hyatt for a 113-room Hyatt Studios hotel in downtown Marysville, California, located in Yuba County and part of the North Sacramento area. Marysville is an ideal location to develop a Hyatt Studios hotel due to the city's rapid growth in recent years, which has led to increased demand in the midscale segment. Expected to open in 2025, the property will feature a custom buildout, including dedicated meeting spaces, to effectively serve the needs of both business travelers and those attending local events in the area.

Hyatt Studios
California, California, United States
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Bob Jensch has been appointed as Managing Director at Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe

Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe, debuting in Winter 2023 as the brand's first lodging location in a ski destination, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Jensch as managing director. Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe will be the only all-suite resort in the south Lake Tahoe basin, nestled at the base of Tahoe's Heavenly Mountain Resort in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. In his new role, Jensch will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the resort's operations, focusing on delivering outstanding guest satisfaction, enhancing operational efficiencies, and fostering a positive work environment. His passion for creating exceptional guest experiences, coupled with his expertise in driving revenue growth and operational excellence, make him the perfect fit for this role.

Margaritaville Enterprises, LLC
Lake Tahoe, California, United States
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Joshua Gentry has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Hampton Inn I-75 Lexington Hamburg

Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Joshua Gentry has been appointed the director of sales and marketing of the Hampton Inn I-75 Lexington Hamburg. Mr. Gentry brings over 15 years of hospitality experience to his new role as director of sales and marketing, having previously served as the director of sales for the Hyatt Place Airport Cincinnati/Florence.

Commonwealth Hotels, LLC
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
Development Opening

Capstone Property Group Opens Courtyard by Marriott in Downtown Gainesville, Georgia

Located in the heart of downtown Gainesville, Georgia, the highly anticipated Courtyard by Marriott Gainesville opened its doors and officially began welcoming guests today. The all-new contemporary hotel - Gainesville's largest hotel property - anchors the mixed-use development, The National, a revival and redevelopment of Gainesville's long-vacant First National Bank by developer and owner, Capstone Property Group, LLC.

Courtyard
Gainesville, Florida, United States
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Michael Boulanger has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Novotel Miami Brickell

Novotel Miami Brickell announced today the appointment of hospitality veteran Michael Boulanger as Director of Sales & Marketing. With a decade of distinguished experience in the hospitality industry, Boulanger will leverage his deep insights and innovative approach to enhance Novotel Miami Brickell's profile, expand market reach, and strengthen guest experiences.

Accor
Miami, Florida, United States
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Smyth Tribeca Adopts High-Speed Guest WiFi by Hotel Internet Services

Hotel Internet Services (HIS), a full-service provider of internet services and solutions for the hospitality industry, has today announced the installation of a high-performance WiFi network upgrade by Smyth Tribeca in New York City. A modern and high-end property situated on the corner of West Broadway and Chambers Street, Smyth Tribeca together with the technology and expertise of HIS can now ensure that guest expectations for fast, reliable and secure internet access are always fully met.

Touchstone 1
New York, New York, United States
Development Opening

Delta Hotels By Marriott® Opens 310-Key Property In The Heart Of Manhattan

Delta Hotels by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy®'s global portfolio of 31 extraordinary hotel brands, continues to grow its global footprint with its first hotel in New York City. Boasting unrivaled views of the inspiring city lights and offering a blend of sophistication and comfort, the new Delta Hotels by Marriott New York Times Square aims to bring the brand's 'Simple Made Perfect' mantra to the bustling metropolis.

Delta
New York, New York, United States
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Sergio Bocci has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Anaheim

Hilton Anaheim, a full-service contemporary hotel adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center and located steps away from Disneyland® Resort, has just appointed industry veteran Sergio Bocci as the new general manager of Orange County's largest hotel property. Bocci previously worked for the Hilton Anaheim from 2012-2015 as Hotel Manager and boasts 38 years of experience working for Hilton Hotels & Resorts.

Hilton
Anaheim, California, United States
Development Opening

New Independent Hotel The Dagny Opens in Downtown Boston’s Batterymarch Building

At the corner of work and play, where Downtown Boston and the Financial District converge, The Dagny Boston Hotel officially opens its doors today, welcoming guests and locals alike to discover an exciting new chapter in the building's storied history. Originally known as the Batterymarch Building, this Art Deco icon rose to prominence in 1928 as the city's first skyscraper and was quickly hailed for ushering in a new century in the city's pedigree. As the city's latest independent hotel, fittingly named using Old Norse words for "new day," The Dagny Boston marks the launch of a captivating new era for the location.

Aimbridge Hospitality
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Nicolas Houlbert has been appointed as Executive Chef at Copper Grouse Restaurant & Bar at Kimpton Taconic Hotel

y bringing to life a modern, sophisticated New England stay, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicolas Houlbert as Executive Chef for the hotel's Copper Grouse Restaurant & Bar. In this role, Chef Houlbert will create and implement seasonal restaurant menus favoring local farmers and growers while also overseeing the hotel's food and beverage programming for social and corporate events, and weddings hosted at Kimpton Taconic in scenic Manchester, Vermont.

IHG
Manchester, Vermont, United States
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Brittany Erigo has been promoted to Director of Catering at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street

Following her success as Senior Catering Sales Executive, Brittany Erigo will now spearhead both properties' catering services and programs, from planning to execution. Her previous experience includes stints as Event Services Coordinator at Walt Disney World's Coronado Springs Resort, Convention Sales Coordinator at Visit Tampa Bay, Private Events Coordinator at The Tampa Club and Director of Convention & Corporate Sales at ZooTampa at Lowry Park.

Marriott
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Erica Tortora has been promoted to Director of Marketing at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street

In her previous role as Senior Marketing Manager at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street, Erica Tortora proved to be instrumental in elevating the properties to new heights and showcasing the hotels' role in the Water Street neighborhood. Erica has a decade of experience in luxury hospitality, having represented a number of hotel brands including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Park Hyatt. She joined Marriott International in 2021 as a Communications Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach.

Marriott
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Derek Wood has been appointed as Director of Sales at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street

Derek Wood brings with him a treasure trove of experience in the hospitality world, having worked his sales magic with several Marriott-branded hotels over the past decade-and-a-half. Prior to joining the sister properties, Wood served as Associate Director of Sales at JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa where he managed the day-to-day activities of the resort's group and catering sales team. As Director of Sales, Derek will oversee all sales operations, devising innovative strategies to maximize revenue generation.

Marriott
Tampa, Florida, United States
Opinion Article Markets & Performance

Current State of the Pima County Hospitality Industry

The state of Arizona, including Tucson, recovered quickly from the COVID-19 pandemic. Hotel performance in Tucson has far exceeded pre-pandemic levels, primarily given ADR gains since 2020. In this article, we discuss the current state of Tucson’s hospitality industry, meeting and group demand factors, and investment interest in the market.

Zabada Abouelhana
By Zabada Abouelhana, Project Manager in the HVS St. Louis office, HVS
Tuscon, Arizona, United States