Robert Arigo has been appointed as Vice President of Operations at M&R Hotel Management
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Jennifer Ploszaj has been appointed as Chief Marketing Officer at WATG’s interior design studio New York
WATG - one of the world's leading integrated design firms, has announced the appointment of Jennifer Ploszaj as Chief Marketing Officer. After three years of consulting for WATG and Wimberly Interiors - WATG's interior design studio - from London, Ploszaj joins the award-winning firm in its New York office full-time. She brings with her 27 years of global marketing experience across design, travel, hospitality, and luxury consumer lifestyle sectors. Ploszaj's appointment as Chief Marketing Officer - a new position at the firm - is an integral part of President and CEO Anthony Mallows' vision for growth.
The Ritz-carlton New York, Central Park Completes First Phase Of Fashionable Reawakening
With the change of season also comes the first phase completion of the multi-phase reawakening for The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park. The award-winning hotel has debuted all new guest rooms, suites, Club Lounge, and a refreshed La Prairie Spa, welcoming guests to a journey of new discovery. Phase two will begin in January 2019 and is slated to be unveiled in Spring 2019.
The Evelyn Hotel Relaunches Following Extensive Guestroom and Public Space Renovation
Officially relaunching on November 14, 2018, The Evelyn Hotel, part of Triumph Hotels, will emerge from an extensive multimillion-dollar renovation bringing a new hospitality experience to the historic property. With upgrades to guestrooms, three new dining experiences from award-winning Chef Jonathan Benno, and an elevated lobby setting, The Evelyn is poised to become NoMad's newest hotspot.
Colonie, NY to Get Dual Branded Hotel by Marriott
A Marriott dual-brand hotel is the latest addition to the busy Wolf Road corridor in Colonie. The 215-room hotel will rise to six stories split between a Courtyard by Marriott and a Residence Inn when it's completed sometime next year.
Melissa Oliver has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Marriott Syracuse Downtown
Marriott Syracuse Downtown has named Melissa Oliver as its new director of sales and marketing. A native New Yorker, Oliver brings to her role a decade of leadership experience in the hospitality industry.
Tapestry Collection by Hilton Expands in the Heart of New York City
Tapestry Collection by Hilton continues to bolster its presence in New York City with today's addition of Distrikt Hotel New York City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Nestled in the bustling neighborhoods of Midtown and Times Square, the 32-floor, 155-room hotel marks the brand's 12th property and its second in Manhattan, following the opening of The Bernic Hotel New York City, Tapestry Collection by Hilton earlier this summer.
Mauricio Patino has been appointed as General Manager at INNSIDE by Meliá New York Hotel
Meliá Hotels International, Spain's leading hotel company, is excited to announce the appointment of Mauricio Patino as the new General Manager of its INNSIDE by Meliá New York hotel.
Brent Howard has been appointed as Director of the Towers at Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace announced today the appointment of Brent Howard as Director of the luxurious Towers accommodations occupying the hotel's top 14 floors. With nearly eight years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Howard now leads all aspects of The Towers, including management, guest experience and overall day-to-day operations.
Trump International Hotel & Tower New York® Completes Renovation of Iconic Luxury Property
Trump International Hotel & Tower® New York, a Forbes Five-Star/AAA Five-Diamond luxury hotel in Manhattan overlooking Central Park, is pleased to announce that the renovation of its guest rooms, suites and common spaces has now been completed.
Suzanne Latapie has been appointed as Director of Restaurants at The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel
The Pierre New York, A Taj Hotel is pleased to announce that Suzanne Latapie has joined the iconic five-star hotel as Director of Restaurants. A proven executive with over 30 years of industry experience, Ms. Latapie will oversee operations for The Pierre's signature restaurant Perrine, Two E Bar & Lounge and The Rotunda.
Moxy NYC Downtown Opens
Today, Lower Manhattan welcomes Moxy NYC Downtown, the latest hotel property from developer Mark Gordon following the recent success of the landmark Baccarat Hotel in Midtown. The new, 30-story hotel brings a playful, relaxed vibe to the neighborhood with innovative technology, inspired meticulously designed hotel rooms, an incredible retro-inspired bar and lounge from Jon Neidich - one of the city's most respected bar and restaurant operators - and a prime location in the heart of NYC's newest 24/7 hub. All of these unique elements form the ultimate experience for guests and locals alike that is playful by design and unforgettable by nature.
Kevin F. Hallock has been named Dean at Cornell SC Johnson College of Business
Economist and compensation and labor market scholar Kevin F. Hallock, the Kenneth F. Kahn '69 Dean and Joseph R. Rich '80 Professor in the School of Industrial and Labor Relations, has been named dean of the Cornell SC Johnson College of Business, Provost Michael Kotlikoff announced Oct. 2.
Christopher Shiel has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Hotel 50 Bowery
Joie de Vivre Hotels has announced the appointment of Christopher Shiel as Director of Sales and Marketing of Hotel 50 Bowery. In his role, Shiel oversees all sales and marketing efforts for the hotel group's first Manhattan address, including planning and implementing innovative strategies and development initiatives to drive revenues from group, business and leisure clientele, while getting word out about the Joie de Vivre brand in the competitive Manhattan market.
Renovations Completed at Marriott Melville
Columbia Sussex, one of the largest Marriott franchisees in the country, completed a multi-million dollar renovation to one of Long Island's landmark hotels, the Melville Marriott Long Island, which has hosted Fortune 500 executives, athletes competing at the nearby sporting venues, to large conventions and conferences.
New York Laguardia Airport Marriott Reveals $30 Million Transformation
New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott, located adjacent to the historic airfield, has completed a six-month, $30 million, full-scale property renovation including 443 guestrooms and suites, the property's exclusive MClub lounge, 15,000 square-feet of meeting space, and 19,000 square feet of public spaces, including the newly opened Ditmars Bar and Grill. The transformation draws its inspiration from the eclectic, multi-national culinary, arts and cultural scene that comprises the surrounding Queens community, known as the "World's Borough."
The Inn at Gran View Ogdensburg Joins the Ascend Hotel Collection
The Inn at Gran View Ogdensburg is the latest hotel to join the Ascend Hotel Collection portfolio of best-in-class unique, boutique, and historic independent hotels and resorts by Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH). A renowned community landmark located in Ogdensburg, N.Y., this 46-room family-owned-and-operated hotel sits in a lush country setting just minutes from the beautiful 1000 Islands and a short drive from both Ottawa and Montreal, Canada.
Aliz Hotel Sets New Heights With Opening Of Times Square Location Today
Aliz Hotel Times Square has opened it doors today debuting as one of the tallest hotels in NYC. Developed by Aliz Group and managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, the flagship property will set a new tone for modern lifestyle hotel brands with an emphasis on inspiring delight in every stay. Located at 310 West 40th Street and one of most iconic intersections in the world, Aliz introduces a unique New York experience and innovative design drawn from the diverse energy of the city in their 287 guest rooms featuring luxury amenities, a farm-to-table restaurant and the highest two-story open-air bar and lounge in the city opening this December- all within walking distance to Times Square, Hudson Yards and the Jacob Javits Center.
Julie Martin Barfield has been appointed as General Manager at Courtyard by Marriott/Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
Brian Wismar, regional vice president of New Castle Hotels & Resorts, a leading third-party hotel management company, owner and developer, today announced that Julie Martin Barfield has been named general manager of the 180-room, dual-brand Courtyard by Marriott/Residence Inn Syracuse Downtown at Armory Square
Lightstone Announces Topping Out of Moxy East Village
National real estate investor and developer Lightstone announced today the topping out of construction at the company's Moxy hotel in Manhattan's East Village neighborhood. The 286-key hotel is located at 112-120 East 11th Street and is the third of four Moxy hotels that Lightstone is developing in New York City in partnership with Marriott. Moxy East Village is set to open in the fall of 2019.