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David Bilbe has been appointed as General Manager at The Royal Sonesta New Orleans

The Royal Sonesta New Orleans, a stylish and sophisticated icon located in the heart of the French Quarter, announces the appointment of hospitality industry veteran David Bilbe as General Manager. The hotel, which provides for exploration and destination immersion, offers guests a VIP seat to a true New Orleans experience, and the team is thrilled to have David Bilbe at the helm. In his role, Bilbe will be responsible for overseeing the 483-key hotel's day-to-day operations, management, training, and guest satisfaction.

Royal Sonesta
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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John J. Chaszar has been appointed as EVP & General Manager at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana

The Cordish Companies today announced the appointment of gaming industry veteran JOHN J. CHASZAR as EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER of the new LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL LOUISIANA, a $270+ million world-class gaming, dining, hotel, and entertainment destination set to open in Bossier City in the first quarter of 2025. In his new role, Mr. Chaszar will manage the development, grand opening, and day-to-day operations of the first land-based casino property in the Shreveport-Bossier market.

The Cordish Companies
Bossier City, Louisiana, United States
Development Pipeline

Fairmont Announces New Orleans Property Opening Summer 2025

World-renowned luxury brand Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Louisiana-based developer Kailas Companies today announced the official kickoff of the downtown redevelopment project of 1010 Common Street, which will mark the return of the iconic Fairmont brand to New Orleans. Slated to open summer 2025, the hotel is destined to become an illustrious destination in the Central Business District, nearby the city's renowned and historic French Quarter.

Fairmont
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Groundbreaking

The Cordish Companies Breaks Ground on New $270+ Million Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana

LRGC Gaming Investors, LLC, an affiliate of The Cordish Companies, today celebrated the commencement of construction on the first land-based casino in the Shreveport-Bossier market and the $270+ Million LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL LOUISIANA, a project that will serve as a regional destination for world-class gaming, dining, entertainment, and hotel amenities.

Live! Casinos & Hotels
Bossier City, Louisiana, United States
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Valerie Cooper has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Shreveport

With 20+ years of experience in the hospitality industry, Valerie is an expert in leadership experience, operations, human resources and project management. Cooper joins Hilton Shreveport from Embassy Suites Santa Ana where she served as General Manager and was responsible for managing daily hotel operations and creating the best guest experience possible. Prior to that, she held a leadership role at Renaissance Dallas Plano at Legacy West, as the Director of Operations and held an Assistant General Manager position at Renaissance Dallas Richardson.

Hilton
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
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Malissa Fagan has been appointed as Director of Sales at The Eliza Jane

As director of sales, Fagan will spearhead the sales team and assist with generating new business while also leading the property's marketing efforts. Prior to joining The Eliza Jane, Fagan led sales and marketing efforts in several directorial positions at properties including Hotel Tonelle and Holiday Inn Express, St. Charles. Now a New Orleans resident, Fagan brings almost a decade of industry experience and sales knowledge to The Eliza Jane.

Hyatt
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Parker Sams has been appointed as Managing Director at The Eliza Jane

As managing director, Sams will oversee all day-to-day hotel operations including dining experiences and guest relations. A seasoned hospitality professional, Sams brings more than 15 years of industry expertise to the property. Prior to joining The Eliza Jane, Sams held leadership positions at several renowned properties including Highgate Hotels and Resorts, Sightline Hotels and Remington Hotels, even playing a role in the transition of Dallas' "The Adolphus" property from independent to an Autograph Collection by Marriott.

Hyatt
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Nate Ferguson has been appointed as Director of Marketing at Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans

Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans is pleased to announce the appointment of Nate Ferguson as the property's new director of marketing. For more than a decade, Ferguson has played integral roles at Four Seasons hotels and resorts across the country, working with award-winning teams in Baltimore, St. Louis, Jackson Hole, Vail, and at One Dalton Street, Boston. His wealth of experience within the Four Seasons brand is invaluable to his new role as director of marketing at Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans, where he will drive revenue for Louisiana's only AAA Five Diamond hotel as they continue to take luxury in the Crescent City to a whole new level.

Four Seasons
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Natalie Serse has been appointed as General Manager at Homewood Suites By Hilton New Orleans French Quarter

Serse brings more than a decade of leadership experience managing and operating hotels. She joins Homewood Suites New Orleans French Quarter from Bridge Hotel Group where she most recently served as general manager at Hampton Inn NYC Empire State Building and was responsible for overseeing daily operations of the Manhattan property. Prior to that, she held general manager and director of sales roles at several New York hotels including Hyatt Place NYC Chelsea, Citadines Connect Fifth Avenue, Hilton Garden Inn NYC Financial Center Manhattan Downtown and Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City.

Hilton
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Rebecca O'Brien has been appointed as Senior Sales Executive at New Orleans Marriott and Sheraton New Orleans

The New Orleans Marriott and Sheraton New Orleans Hotel are thrilled to announce the appointment of Rebecca O'Brien, CMP, as the sister properties' new Senior Sales Executive. With an impressive record in the tourism & hospitality industry, O'Brien brings a wealth of New Orleans-centric experience to the hotels, further enhancing the hotels commitment to exceptional customer service and continued success.

Marriott
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Opening

Completed Kimpton Hotel Fontenot With New Restaurant Open Now In New Orleans

Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, located in the heart of New Orleans' Central Business District, is now complete with its expansion into the historic building next door open today to the public and guests. The new additions include over 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting and events space, 33 new guestrooms and suites, and the city's newest French brasserie, King, which is now open for reservations at kingbrasserieandbar.com.

Kimpton
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Renovation

Selina Catahoula, New Orleans Completes Renovation and Expansion

Selina Hospitality PLC ("Selina"), (NASDAQ: SLNA), the fast-growing lifestyle and experiential hospitality company targeting millennial and Gen Z travelers, announced it finished its 4 month renovations on its historical boutique hotel in New Orleans in time for Mardi Gras celebrations. The hotel also added 8 additional keys for a total of 51 guestrooms that includes Standard, Studio, and Suite accommodations.

Selina
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
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Jason Rousset has been appointed as Director of Outlets at The Westin New Orleans

The Westin New Orleans, managed by Highgate Properties, has named Jason Rousset as its Director of Outlets. Rousset will supervise all food and beverage programs including The Westin's two dining concepts, Observatory 11 and Bistro on the Bend, as well as in-room dining for its 462 guest rooms and banquet services for its three ballrooms.

Highgate Hotels, L.P.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Development Pipeline

New Orleans' Kimpton Hotel Fontenot announces new restaurant, expansion opening in January 2023

Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, located in the heart of New Orleans' Central Business District, announces today the anticipated January 2023 completion of a property expansion into the historic building next door located at 521 Tchoupitoulas Street. The new addition to the boutique hotel will include 33 new guestrooms and suites, over 12,000 square feet of meeting and events space, and King, a three-meal French brasserie with outdoor patio dining. When it opens, Kimpton Hotel Fontenot will be further positioned as a destination for both visitors to the city and locals alike, adding to the hotel's celebration of New Orleans arts and culture and its stellar reputation for memorable culinary and cocktail experiences and overall revelry.

Kimpton
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States