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The Bell Hotel Opens in Downtown Athens, Georgia Following Two Year Renovation

The Bell Hotel, located at 183 West Clayton Street in downtown Athens, Georgia, is delighted to announce its grand opening February 11th, following the completion of a two-year renovation. To view reservation availability, please follow the link here. Originally constructed in 1916 to house advanced telephone equipment for the Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Co., The Bell Hotel now offers modern travelers a luxurious retreat infused with historic charm. The boutique property features eight uniquely designed guest rooms, an expansive four-bedroom suite, elegant common areas, and a panoramic rooftop terrace, seamlessly blending timeless architecture with bespoke amenities. To view photos, please follow the link here.

kasa
Athens, Georgia, United States
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The Ann Savannah Set to Debut in Georgia’s Most Historic City as a New Apartment-Style Boutique Hotel

Set to open in early 2025, The Ann Savannah, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy, will introduce a distinctive blend of modern comforts and timeless appeal to the heart of Savannah. Located within the vibrant Savannah Historic District, this all-suite, apartment-style boutique hotel will offer an ideal destination for both relaxation and exploration. Featuring spacious accommodations and a thoughtfully curated design, The Ann will provide a sophisticated home away from home for visitors and residents in one of the South's most iconic destinations.

Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
Savannah, Georgia, United States
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Lucits Dean has been appointed as Director of Sales at Hotel Granada Midtown Atlanta

Lucits Dean brings over 17 years of hospitality experience to her position as the Director of Sales for Hotel Granada in Atlanta, GA. Born and raised in Houston, TX, Dean's passion for the industry began while working as night auditor during her time at Houston Community College, where she earned her degree in Business Entrepreneurship.

Aparium Hotel Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Justin Patel has been named Senior Associate, Investments and Asset Management at Dream Capital

Patel most recently was senior asset management analyst with Peachtree Group, where he asset managed more than 20 limited-, select- and full-service hotels across the nation and successfully assisted in 12 dispositions. Prior to that, he was asset manager for 33 Degrees, a commercial real estate management firm. Patel received his bachelor's degree in finance from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Dream Hotels
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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AC Hotel to Open in Savannah’s Historic District

North Point Hospitality announces its newest hotel, AC Hotel by Marriott Savannah Historic District, is slated to open early 2025. Nestled in the center of the city's famed Historic District at 601 E River Street, this new hotel blends the brand's sleek, European-inspired design with the rich cultural and architectural heritage of Savannah, making it a distinctive new destination for travelers in the South.

AC Hotels by Marriott
Savannah, Georgia, United States
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Girlie Joseph has been appointed as Director of Spa & Wellness at Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead

The Waldorf Astoria Atlanta Buckhead is delighted to announce the appointment of Girlie Joseph as the iconic hotel's Director of Spa and Wellness. With a career spanning over 25 years in the hospitality and resort spa realm, Joseph brings with her a remarkable depth of knowledge and expertise, poised to elevate the luxury hotel spa to new heights.

Waldorf Astoria
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Quincy Brown has been appointed as Chief Engineer at Origin Hotel Atlanta

With over a decade of experience in hospitality and a strong foundation in HVAC Technology from Altamaha Technical Institute, Quincy Brown entered the hospitality industry in 2006 as Chief Engineer at the Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Six Flags in Lithia Springs, Georgia. His career has since spanned to several properties in the metro Atlanta area, including the Hyatt Place Atlanta Airport-North, Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Windy Hill and most recently, the AC Hotel Atlanta Downtown. Committed to ongoing professional growth, Quincy holds a C.P.O Certification and an EPA 608 Universal Certification. His achievements include being named Intersafe Associate of the Year during his time at AC Hotel Atlanta Downtown.

Tandem Hospitality Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Carlos Callands Jr. has been appointed as Assistant General Manager at Origin Hotel Atlanta

Carlos Callands Jr. is a passionate hospitality professional bringing over seven years of experience to his role as Assistant General Manager. Originally from Greensboro, North Carolina, Callands began his career as a night auditor in 2017 and swiftly climbed the ranks to become the General Manager of an 87-room property by the age of 24. At Origin Atlanta, Callands will work alongside the General Manager to oversee hotel operations, ensure exceptional service and lead various property teams.

Tandem Hospitality Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Timothy Horne has been appointed as General Manager at Origin Hotel Atlanta

Timothy "Tim" Horne brings nearly two decades of industry expertise to his role as General Manager. His hospitality career began with managing a front desk and progressed through various leadership roles across multiple prominent brands like Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn, Homewood Suites and most recently, Four Points by Sheraton. A Detroit, Michigan native, Horne earned his degree from Tennessee State University and has a track record of guiding teams through property renovations, driving profit growth, facilitating collaboration across teams and training new staff members. He is also a nine-time Wall of Fame award recipient, recognized as one of the top 10 percent of staff across all Hampton Inn properties globally, and a three-time Circle of Excellence award winner through the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE).

Tandem Hospitality Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Dana Cates has been appointed as Director of Sales at Origin Hotel Atlanta

Dana Cates is a results-driven sales leader who specializes in streamlining marketing tactics and developing customized strategies that align with market trends and enhance team performance. Now serving as the Director of Sales for Origin Atlanta, Cates will leverage her leadership and expertise to strengthen customer relations, community engagement and local partnerships.

Tandem Hospitality Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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James Corwell has been appointed as Executive Chef at Tiny Lou’s at Hotel Clermont

Tiny Lou's, a swinging French-American brasserie located downstairs at 96-room Hotel Clermont, has appointed James Corwell as Executive Chef. A James Beard-recognized and certified Master Chef — an honor only delegated to only 68 chefs in the world — Corwell brings over 30 years of industry experience. Corwell's accolades include Best New Chef & Best New Restaurant 2010 by New Orleans Magazine as the owner of Le Foret in Louisiana. He was the lead instructor and Executive Chef at The Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America in Napa, CA, and he also founded Ocean Hugger Foods, a plant-based seafood alternative company. Corwell considers cooking his art, bringing a Michelin perspective that uses French and Continental technique to Tiny Lou's. Corwell strives to land Tiny Lou's as one of the finest establishments in Atlanta. Outside of the kitchen, he is an avid cyclist and is getting to know Atlanta's best trails.

Clermont
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Shane Pappas has been appointed as Managing Director at Jekyll Island Club Resort

Don Dennis, president of operations for Noble House Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of veteran hotelier Shane Pappas as managing director of the historic Jekyll Island Club Resort, and its oceanfront boutique sister, the Jekyll Ocean Club. Pappas rejoins Noble House following his tenure as opening general manager of the Southall Farm and Inn near Nashville TN.

Noble House
Jekyll Island, Georgia, United States
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Julia Austin has been appointed as Director of Sales at Signia by Hilton Atlanta

Signia by Hilton Atlanta, downtown's largest ground-up hotel development in 40 years and the newest crown jewel in Atlanta's skyline is proud to announce the appointment of Julia Austin as its new Director of Sales. In this role, Austin will lead strategic commercial, sales, and marketing endeavors, while supporting the hotel's mission to provide an elevated experience for convention, business, and leisure travelers, including utilizing the more than 100,000 square feet of meeting and events space, and the largest hotel ballroom in Georgia, for conferences, business meetings, weddings, and more.

Hilton
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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LBA Hospitality Opens TownePlace Suites by Marriott Brunswick, GA

Premier hotel management company LBA Hospitality proudly celebrated the grand opening of its newest hotel, the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Brunswick, Georgia, on Tuesday, June 25th. Owned by BPR Properties, the hotel officially commenced operations with an open house event, marking the continued growth in Brunswick's vibrant hospitality industry as well as the strong partnership between LBA and BPR.

TownePlace Suites
Brunswick, Georgia, United States
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Kurt Schwan has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta

Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta is proud to announce the appointment of Kurt Schwan to Director of Sales & Marketing. Schwan is a seasoned hospitality veteran with twenty years of experience within the Atlanta, Georgia market working for notable luxury, convention and lifestyle brands such as Hilton Hotels & Resorts and various brands under the Marriott International umbrella. Kurt joined InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta in this leadership role April 29.

InterContinental
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead Reveals Completed Guest Rooms in Multi-Phase 2024 Renovation

Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead announces the completion of its guest room and suite renovation, including the addition of the spacious and luxurious Grand Peach Suite and state-of-the-art Pure Rooms. With a total renovation of 439 guest rooms including 21 suites, this milestone marks a significant step in a multi-phase transformational renovation, redefining the hospitality experience and world-class wellness standards.Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead is setting a new standard within Atlanta's vibrant business and shopping district. The hotel's comprehensive renovations are not just about aesthetics—they are about creating an experience that blends modern, approachable luxury with Southern charm. Known for hosting prestigious events—from intimate weddings to high-powered business meetings to large-scale conventions—the hotel also offers a serene escape with its renowned Japanese Zen Garden, featuring a striking 30-foot waterfall.

Grand Hyatt
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Chay Steer has been appointed as Director of Lifestyle at Hotel Granada

Fulfilling Aparium's unique role of Director of Lifestyle, Chalyne "Chay" Steer brings nearly a decade of versatile business management and brand development expertise. Born in Kingston, JM and raised in Palm Beach, FL, Steer has always had a keen eye for creativity and a talent for fostering connection. Her extensive marketing background translates to her current role, allowing her to curate innovative programs and experiences for Hotel Granada's guests and local community visitors. Early in her career, Steer founded her own boutique creative agency specializing in brand development and digital marketing for various lifestyle brands, entertainment companies and non-profit organizations. Concurrently, she served as the Director of Business Development for a luxury beauty retail storefront in Sandy Springs.

Aparium Hotel Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Violaine Diogene has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hotel Granada

Born in Jeremie, Haiti, and raised in Newton, Massachusetts, Diogene brings a diverse background to her role. Originally earning her degree in Marine Biology, she found her passion for hospitality when she began working in a hometown restaurant. Her career growth includes ventures in event planning, sales and catering, holding positions such as Banquet Manager for Sheraton Colonial Hotel in Wakefield, MA, Director of Sales and Operations for An Exquisite Taste in Boston, MA, Director of Catering Sales at Hilton Marietta Conference Center in Marietta, GA and Associate Director of Sales at Hotel Yountville in Napa Valley, CA. Most recently, she led a team of employees as the Director of Sales and Marketing for Hotel Colee in Atlanta. Her dedication and excellence have earned her numerous awards such as Sales Manager of the year for both Sheraton Hotels, as well as Sales Manager of the Year and Director of Catering of the Year for Hilton. Diogene is a member of the International Luxury Hotel Association and holds certifications through Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and Wedding Industry Professionals (CWIP).

Aparium Hotel Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
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Alfonce Jermaine McKinney, III has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Granada

Originally from the southside of Chicago, IL, McKinney pursued his undergraduate degree from Savannah State University and went on to earn his Hospitality & Tourism certification from Florida International University. Following school, McKinny found a love for the world of hospitality and steadily climbed the ranks from titles including Front Office Manager to Director of Guest Services and ultimately, General Manager at properties such as the Mills House in Charleston, SC, Kimpton Brice in Savannah, GA and most recently the Darwin Hotel in Atlanta, GA. McKinney has received industry accolades such as Manager of the Year and the Rising Star award with Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants. He also earned a nomination for General Manager of the Year for boutique hotels by the American Hotel & Lodging Association, an organization where he remains an active member.

Aparium Hotel Group
Atlanta, Georgia, United States