Wojcik, a 12-year hospitality industry veteran who has managed hotels in Westchester County and elsewhere in upstate New York, will oversee the hotel's operations, sales, marketing, security, maintenance, housekeeping and accounting.
The newly-built high-rise hotel is just steps from the Broadway theater district, The Jacob Javits Convention Center, dozens of shops and restaurants, the Empire State Building and many other New York attractions. The 37-story property features 612 modern rooms, each with Theater District-inspired artwork and many offering stunning views of the city or the Hudson River.
M&R Hotel Management today announced the appointment of Felix Maldonado as the general manager of the 250-room Hilton Garden Inn New York Times Square South, now under construction at 326 West 37th St. and scheduled to open in June.
sbe, the leading lifestyle hospitality company that develops, manages and operates award- winning hospitality venues globally, today announced that Claes Landberg is joining as General Manager of Hudson Hotel. Landberg will run the energetic contemporary midtown New York hotel, which is located within walking distance from Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Central Park and the theater district.
The Time Nyack, the first and only lifestyle hotel in the Hudson Valley, announces the addition of Marie Palomba as Director of Sales to its management team. "We are thrilled to have Marie join our growing team in Nyack," said Kanvar Singh, Area Managing Director, Time Hotels. "She bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise to the Hudson Valley and will undoubtedly prove to be invaluable additions in helping us reach our goals, especially as we enter our second year of operation this spring."
M&R Hotel Management today announced the appointment of Z.B. Moham, a 25-year lodging veteran, as area general manager to oversee two of its four hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport: the 73-room Days Inn Jamaica – JFK Airport and the 87-room Best Western JFK Airport Hotel.
Entenberg has more than a decade of experience in the luxury hotel business, including success at stylish addresses in New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Prior to his current role, he spent over three years leading Gramercy Park Hotel. Entenberg launched his career at W New York Hotel in 2001, also spending two years as Director of Operations at W New York Times Square. In Las Vegas, he rose to Executive Director of Hotel Operations at Palms Casino Resort. Prior to that, he spent a half-dozen years in Los Angeles with positions at W Los Angeles Hotel, Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel and Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills. Entenberg holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management from Pennsylvania State University and was recently honored as a nominee for the 2016 New York City, Manager of the Year at the Hotel Excellence Awards.The highly-anticipated SLS Park Avenue is scheduled to open in Manhattan’s trendy NoMad neighborhood in Spring 2017.
NEW YORK (January 24, 2017) – Real-estate mogul Morris Moinian's Fortuna Realty Group (FRG) is assembling a powerhouse team for the upcoming launches of two new hotels in Manhattan. Bolstered by the success of Hotel Hugo in SoHo, the company has its sights set on Chelsea and is finalizing the boutique conversions of two existing properties into Hotel Hayden, opening February 1, 2017 and Hotel Henri, opening March 5, 2017.
The School of Hotel Administration (SHA) at Cornell University announces that Cheryl Boyer is the new president of the Cornell Hotel Society (CHS) for 2017. Boyer will lead the executive board of CHS, the 88-year-old alumni association that represents SHA graduates in more than 53 active chapters worldwide. Boyer’s 12-month term as president began January 1.
The Time New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Dream Hotel Group veteran Leiya Cohen to Director of Operations. In her new role, Cohen is responsible for the daily management of the hotel’s front office, housekeeping and engineering to ensure operative success and an unrivaled guest experience. Prior to her role as Director of Operations, Cohen was the Director of Front Office at The Time New York where she assisted with the hotel’s renovation budget, daily operations while the hotel was under construction, and led the implementation of new technology systems such as StayNTouch. Cohen’s career in hospitality is marked with management positions at The Premier and The London New York City along with roles at luxury restaurants in New York including Gordon Ramsay and MEGU.
New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge announces the appointment of David Umatum as Executive Chef. A seasoned veteran of the food & beverage industry with over 25 years experience, Chef Umatum will oversee culinary operations at the newly transformed hotel, including The Bar (Greatroom Lobby), the exclusive M Club Lounge, and for events in the hotel’s over 44,000 square feet of meeting space.
In partnership with Union Square Events, Conrad New York is pleased to announce the appointment of David Brinkman to Executive Chef for Union Square Events at Conrad New York. With more than 17 years of diverse culinary experience, Brinkman brings his expertise to lower Manhattan’s premier luxury hotel where he will manage all kitchen operations for banquets and catering by Union Square Events, the hotel’s exclusive catering partner.In his new role, Brinkman will be responsible for expanding the hotel’s catering programming and leading menu development. His creativity and innovation will lead the kitchen in providing guests with a more exquisite dining experience. Prior to his role as executive chef, Brinkman served as chef de cuisine at The Fourth and Botequim in New York where he managed catering, kitchen operations and day-to-day leadership responsibilities to ensure customer satisfaction and business profitability. Brinkman also honed his leadership skills as the executive sous chef at Batard, head chef at Maze restaurant and sous chef at Mandarin Oriental, all located in New York City. Brinkman hails from Melvindale, Michigan and earned an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts from the Schoolcraft College Livonia in 2002.
John Fareed, MSc CHME ISHC, Principal of John Fareed Hospitality Consulting LLC (JFHC), announced today that his firm has joined Horwath HTL, the world's largest and most experienced hospitality consulting brand which has forty-five offices in thirty-nine countries.
Renowned Manhattan property Grand Hyatt New York is pleased to announce the appointment of Lindsay Maddock as the assistant food and beverage director. Maddock makes this move from within the Hyatt family, where she has worked for the past six years. Growing up in Massachusetts, Maddock began her career in the hospitality industry at the age of 16, working at a banquet facility as a coat check girl before going on to major in hospitality management at Syracuse University. Since graduating in 2009, she has climbed the Hyatt ladder with enthusiasm and determination, beginning with her role as Assistant Banquet/Convention Services Manager at the Hyatt Regency Boston, where she earned Manager of the Year award in 2010. Maddock spent the next two years at the Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill, before moving to the Grand Hyatt brand in 2014 as Director of Outlets at the Grand Hyatt Washington. In this position, she worked on several prominent projects including the opening of two new restaurants. Most recently, Maddock took on the role of Event Services Manager where she collaborated with a multi-faceted team to service over 100 events in 2015, producing $20 million in revenue. During her time in this role, Maddock earned the Manager of the Year Award in 2015.
he St. Regis New York is proud to announce Senih Geray as General Manager for the celebrated flagship property. A respected leader in the luxury hospitality arena, he brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role at The St. Regis New York and his appointment marks his return to the landmark hotel after successful tenures at The St. Regis Atlanta and The St. Regis Aspen Resort.Geray joins The St. Regis New York from The St. Regis Atlanta where he served as the General Manager since 2012. Under his leadership, The St. Regis Atlanta garnered numerous awards, accolades and distinctions.
Gary Schweikert is a prominent figure in the US hospitality industry with over 35 years’ experience in executive roles, counting 18 years at Hilton Hotels Corporation where his career included Resident Manager of the landmark Waldorf Astoria. He then assumed the position of Regional Vice President of Fairmont Hotels and Resorts and Managing Director of the 800-room historic Plaza Hotel. In 2009, he became President of Jumeirah Hospitality and Leisure USA and simultaneously Managing Director of The Essex House, before joining Strata Hospitality Group as Principal. Gary joins from Trump Hotels where he was Regional Vice President and Managing Director of the two Trump properties in New York City. The new Head of Americas will be based in New York and responsible for the group’s operations across all its hotels in North, Central and South America. This portfolio currently consists of three hotels in the United States, Grace Cafayate in northwest Argentina, Grace Panama and La Dolfina Grace, under development near Buenos Aires. His remit will also encompass the substantial development pipelines for Grace Hotels on these continents.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, Westchester is excited to announce Mr. William Yahr as the new hotel General Manager. In his new role, William will be responsible for all operations of the 146-room luxury hotel and the two Ritz-Carlton residential towers.
Lotte New York Palace has announced the appointment of David Shenman as the property’s Director of Sales and Marketing and Megan Ferguson as Director of Sales.
Lotte New York Palace has announced the appointment of David Shenman as the property’s Director of Sales and Marketing and Megan Ferguson as Director of Sales.
Celebrated hospitality executive, Peter Roth, has been named Area Vice President Luxury and Lifestyle Brands and General Manager, Park Hyatt New York, the flagship hotel of the globally recognized Park Hyatt brand which opened August 2014. Roth will oversee all aspects of Park Hyatt New York’s operations, as well as facilitating luxury brand and cultural partnerships in addition to assisting in operating Hyatt’s luxury brands. His official start date is November 7th, 2016. Roth has a storied 10-year career with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, most recently working with Hyatt’s Corporate support team as Vice President of Operational Experiences for the Park, Andaz, Centric and Unbound Collection brands. Prior to joining Hyatt’s Corporate team, Roth served as General Manager, Park Hyatt Chicago following his tenure abroad as General Manager at Grand Hyatt Moscow and Grand Hyatt Santiago. Before joining Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Roth began his career in luxury hospitality with several Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts properties across Berlin, Uruguay, Mexico and Chicago.