Rockbridge announced the hiring of Tom Healy, President and Chief Operating Officer of Rockbridge Hospitality and existing operational affiliate, Bridgepoint Hospitality. Tom brings more than 30-years of hospitality leadership experience to this new role.
Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Jonathan Carlisle has been appointed the director of sales of The Springhill Suites by Marriott Cincinnati Midtown. Mr. Carlisle brings over 5 years of hospitality experience to his new role as director of sales having previously served as the director of sales and catering for the Doubletree by Hilton Cincinnati Airport.
Jordan Nye has been named general manager of the Kimpton Schofield Hotel, bringing more than 15 years of hotel experience to the position. He joined the Kimpton Schofield in March 2021 as director of sales and marketing.
Hilton Cleveland Downtown announced Tammy LeBlanc has been appointed general manager of the award-winning 600-room hotel. In this position, LeBlanc will oversee all aspects of the hotel, including hotel management, guest experience and day-to-day operations of the property, which includes nearly 50,000 square feet of meeting space and four dining outlets.
ROOST Apartment Hotel, the high design extended stay concept from Method Co., the Philadelphia-based hospitality company, announces today, March 15th, as the official opening of ROOST Cleveland at the May Company building on historic Euclid Avenue in downtown. The opening marks the first location outside of Philadelphia for the ROOST brand and the first high-design extended-stay hotel concept for the city of Cleveland.
Ohio-based real estate developer, Crawford Hoying, in partnership with Shaner Hotels, an award-winning, international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced a new Tribute Portfolio Hotel at The District at Clifton Heights in Cincinnati, Ohio. "Hotel Celare" will feature 171 keys, a jump lobby, rooftop bar, multiple outdoor spaces and more. Construction on Hotel Celare is expected to begin later this year, with an anticipated completion date in early 2024.
A modern, luxurious retreat in the heart of downtown Versailles, Ohio, Hotel Versailles (22 North Center St.) opens this May, offering a refreshing, upscale take on a site that holds over 150 years of hospitality history, as hotels have occupied the plot since 1865. A destination unto itself, the new-build boutique property features: 30 spacious and well-appointed guestrooms and suites; celebrated chef Aaron Allen's seasonally driven restaurant Silas Creative Kitchen + Cocktails; and ample meeting and event space for up to 200 guests in the 1819 Room.
Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Frank Arena has been appointed the general manager of The Springhill Suites by Marriott Cincinnati Midtown. Mr. Arena brings over 15 years of hospitality experience to his new role as general manager having previously served as the general manager for the Hyatt Place Cincinnati Sharonville Convention Center.
Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Jennifer Ruiz has been appointed the general manager of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Akron Canton Airport. Ms. Ruiz brings over 10 years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager having previously served as the regional general manager at the Courtyard Columbus Dublin in Columbus Ohio.
Commonwealth Hotels announced today that John Hickey has been appointed the General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Columbus Worthington. Mr. Hickey brings over 12 years of hospitality experience to his new role as general manager having previously served as the dual general manager of the Courtyard and Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Grove City, Ohio.
Hyatt House Columbus/OSU-Short North proudly celebrates the new-build hotel's opening today. The extended-stay hotel is ideally located just across the from R&D giant Battelle and adjacent to Columbus' vibrant Short North Arts District, Victorian Village and The Ohio State University. The 152-room property features 104 suites and 48 den guestrooms with rates starting at $129 per night. An impressive 2,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and well-designed indoor and outdoor breakout options, offer a much-needed meeting and event venue in the OSU-Short North neighborhood.
The historic Ingalls Building, originally built in 1903 as the world's first reinforced concrete skyscraper and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1975, is taking on a new life as the first Courtyard by Marriott hotel in downtown Cincinnati. Located at 6 East 4th Avenue, the 16-story property is owned and managed by SREE Hotels, LLC of Charlotte, North Carolina. General Manager Vernon Burchett leads the management team for SREE Hotels on this highly-anticipated opening.
Pendry Hotels & Resorts in partnership with NuovoRE, today announced plans for Pendry Cincinnati, located within the historic Gwynne Building, at the intersection of Main Street and East 6th Street in downtown Cincinnati. The historic office building that for decades housed Procter & Gamble Company's global headquarters was awarded a $5 million historic tax credit by the Ohio Services Development Agency. This is a large step forward in the rehabilitation of the property and will preserve the unique history of the building while also providing an array of new offerings and opportunities for the Cincinnati community. Upon completion, the renovation and refurbishment of the 1913 Beaux-Arts building will be transformed into Pendry Cincinnati when it emerges in 2023.
AC Hotel Columbus Downtown is slated to welcome its first guests in June. The property features a prime location that intersects the city's bustling business district, Arena District and Short North Arts District.
AC Hotels by Marriott®, part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announced the opening of the AC Hotel Columbus Downtown, located in the vibrant Uptown district of Columbus, Georgia. This six-story property is a design-driven lifestyle hotel featuring 125 guest rooms, engaging communal spaces and an extensive bar featuring custom-curated cocktails.
Commonwealth Hotels announced today the promotion of Nathan Lipps to the position of general manager of the Courtyard Dayton Beavercreek, a Marriott hotel. Mr. Lipps brings over 25 years of hospitality experience to his new role as general manager having previously served as the assistant general manager of the Courtyard Cincinnati Airport.
Olshan Properties, one of the country's leading private owners, developers and operators of commercial real estate, together with Easton's master developer The Georgetown Company, announces the opening of a new, 136-key, Aloft Hotel located at the gateway to the vibrant New District of the Easton Town Center in Columbus, OH. The new Aloft hotel is Olshan's fourth such property at Easton and now becomes part of Olshan's expansive national hotel portfolio.
Born and raised in Columbus, Chick began his hospitality career with Marriott International where he recently opened the AC Hotel Charlotte SouthPark as Assistant General Manager. In his new role at AC Columbus, Chick will be responsible for assisting with the management of daily operations, staff development, budgeting and financial planning, increasing sales and revenue and ensuring guest satisfaction. Chick is an avid sports fan, loves a competitive board game and is always searching for the best place in town for a sandwich.
Garner brings more than 30 years of industry knowledge and experience to the AC Columbus team. She joined Concord Hospitality in 2017 as Dual General Manager of the Marriott Columbus University Area and Residence Inn Columbus University Area hotels. She will continue to oversee these properties in addition to the AC Columbus as Area General Manager. Prior to joining Concord Hospitality, Garner served as General Manager at Winegardner and Hammons Inc. for more than 20 years. She is actively involved with several organizations and committees focused on the hospitality industry and civic responsibility, including the Ohio Hotel & Lodging Association, The Ohio State University Hospitality Program and Experience Columbus. In between juggling multiple hotel properties, Garner enjoys family time, sports, cooking and outdoor activities.
Officials of Shaner Hotels, an award winning, international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the grand opening of the 145-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Columbus Dublin located in Bridge Park. Shaner will operate the hotel in a partnership with ownership, Crawford Hoying, a large-scale real estate developer headquartered in Central Ohio.