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Opening soon: Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences

Spanning over seven acres in Palm Beach County's picturesque Singer Island, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences is a new mindfulness getaway for those who are pursuing a relaxing retreat and expert guidance on how to reach your wellness goals. Offering guests a personal wellness assistant available 24/7 via app, text, call or facetime, the concept merges Eastern traditions and inner science with Western luxury, all enhanced through incorporation of modern technologies and personalized programming. Included in the 100,000 sq. ft of wellness and spa amenity space on-site, guests can partake in group and private yoga classes, Halotherapy, Hydrotherapy, IV Therapy, guided meditations, cooking classes, spa treatments, and more. Additionally, the property is scheduled to welcome their first guests in Q1 2020 and is curated in partnership with the Himalayan Institute.

Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences
Riviera Beach, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Marriott Jacksonville Completes Phase I of Multi-Million Dollar Renovation

Columbia Sussex, one of the largest Marriott franchisees in the country, continues its aggressive renovation program to at least 10 of its Marriott owned and operated properties. Known for its central location with easy access to beaches and Jacksonville's vibrant town center, Marriott Jacksonville has completed Phase I of its multi-million dollar renovation, which focused on the transformation of the hotel's guest rooms and suites.

Marriott
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Appointment

Okan Karadağ has been appointed as General Manager at Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection

Art Ovation Hotel, downtown Sarasota's signature hotel of the arts, has announced Okan Karadağ as the new General Manager of the creative 162-room Autograph Collection Hotel. Karadağ will oversee all aspects of the hotel, including daily operations, staff development, financial strategies, budgeting, increasing sales and revenue, and overall guest satisfaction.Karadağ joins Art Ovation with an extensive hospitality background, spending the past 19 years holding general manager and director of sales and marketing roles within domestic and international properties. He most recently served as the general manager of the Radisson Hotel Nashville, where he oversaw a $12 million renovation and improved the property's guest experience, which resulted in a 13 spot increase in its TripAdvisor ranking. Additionally, the property was awarded "Hotel of the Year" in 2017 for the Radisson Hotel Group under his leadership.Born and raised in Turkey, Karadağ began his hospitality tenure at the Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel, where he served as sales and marketing manager for three years before he advanced to director of sales and marketing at The Marmara Istanbul Hotel. He landed his first hotel general manager role at Room Mate Emir Hotel in Istanbul and proceeded to gain extensive knowledge in increasing revenue and elevating the guest experience.Radisson Hotel Group soon tapped him to oversee the opening of Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul Pera, which under his leadership was awarded "Franchise Hotel of the Year" in both 2014 and 2015 for the Rad isson Hotel Group. Soon after, Karadağ moved to New York City to manage Radisson's Cassa Hotel in the heart of Times Square, and worked as a dual general manager for both the Cassa Hotel and Radisson Nashville in 2018.

Marriott
Sarasota, Florida, United States
Development Opening

Comfort Continues Florida Expansion With Miami Hotel Opening

Situated at 665 Mokena Drive in Miami Springs, the hotel is conveniently located near Miami International Airport and is a short drive from downtown Miami, Miami Beach, PortMiami and the Wynwood Arts and Miami Design districts. In addition to being near many of the city's top leisure attractions, the hotel's central location provides business travelers with easy access to several Fortune 500 corporate headquarters, including Lennar Corporation, World Fuel Services and AutoNation, as well as the regional headquarters of American Airlines, Cisco Systems and Royal Caribbean Cruises.

Comfort
Miami Springs, Florida, United States
Appointment

Kristine Cox has been appointed as General Manager at Playa Largo Resort & Spa, Autograph Collection

Playa Largo Resort & Spa, situated on the Florida Bay in Key Largo, Florida, has recently announced Kristine Cox as the new General Manager of the 14.5-acre property. Cox will oversee all aspects of the 175-room resort including day-to-day operations, staff development, financial planning, sales and revenue, and overall guest satisfaction.

Marriott
Key Largo, Florida, United States
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Lilli Sheller has been appointed as Director of Sales at The Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach

The Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach (214 Flagler Avenue) has announced Lilli Sheller as Director of Sales. In this role, Sheller is responsible for overseeing and managing the meetings market and group travel to the property, as well as total hotel revenue. Having recently completed an extensive renovation project, the hotel boasts 112 newly appointed guest rooms and 1,800 square feet of refreshed meeting space.

Hilton
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, United States
Appointment

Thanawat Bates has been appointed as Executive Chef at Habitat at 1 Hotel South Beach

Habitat at 1 Hotel South Beach's team is excited to announce the appointment of Chef Thanawat Bates as executive chef of the restaurant. Thanawat Bates is an award-winning executive chef who has expressed his passion for food with a unique and creative flair for over 15 years. His education at the American Culinary Federation and experience creating exceptional cuisine helps him deliver the highest quality, consistency, and service to guests at Habitat restaurant at 1 Hotel South Beach.

Starwood Hotels
Miami, Florida, United States
Appointment

Ricardo Jarquin has been appointed as Executive Chef at W Miami

W Miami, recently named the #4 Miami Hotel in Conde Nast Traveler's Readers' Choice Awards, is proud to introduce Ricardo Jarquin as executive chef. The award-winning chef will oversee all culinary operations for the hotel, including the curation of the menus for the hotel's signature restaurant, ADDiKT, the WET Deck Café at the newly reopened 15th floor pool, and in-room dining. He will also oversee operations for the B&F aspects of group bookings and events. Chef Jarquin joins W Miami from his previous position as executive chef of Silverado Resort, a Dolce Hotel, in Napa, California, where he led all food and beverage operations for the 350-room luxury resort. While at Miami High School, Chef Jarquin discovered his love of cooking after enrolling in a culinary arts program sponsored by prostart. This led to his introduction to executive chef of Palme d'Or, Philippe Ruiz, at the Biltmore Hotel, who then provided Chef Jarquin with his first job in the industry where he was eventually promoted to banquet chef. He further followed his passion by enrolling at Johnson & Wales University to receive his degree in Culinary Arts, and cut his teeth in kitchens with Miami culinary mavericks including Michelle Bernstein and Michael Schwartz. Chef Jarquin's career continued to be lined with success and accomplishments, earning his first role as executive chef in seven short years at ULU Ocean Grill in Four Seasons Hotel in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii. He established himself as a force in the culinary world, working with Michelin star chefs such as Daniel Boulud and Jean Georges in New York City. Chef Jarquin landed executive chef roles at other top restaurants and hotels in major cities across the United States, including the Five Diamond rated Langham Hotel in Chicago.

Marriott
Miami, Florida, United States
Appointment

Dahiana Alvarez has been appointed as Director of Accounts. at Mr. C Miami-Coconut Grove

Dahiana Alvarez joins Mr. C Miami-Coconut Grove as Director of Accounts for Corporate Traveler and Groups accounts with an extensive operational and sales experience with many hotel brands including Marriott International, Melia Hotels and Menin Hospitality. With over 17 years of experience in the industry, her passion includes delivering impactful results and building long term relationships with clients.

Mr. C Hotels
Miami, Florida, United States
Appointment

Iris Acosta-Zobel has been appointed as VP of Sales and Marketing at Mr. C Miami-Coconut Grove

In her new role as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Iris Acosta-Zobel will be responsible for spearheading the sales and marketing for the newly opened hotel. She most recently held the role of Vice President of Sales for Menin Hospitality, specifically overseeing the sales efforts of six properties - five of which were in Miami and the sixth was in Chicago.

Mr. C Hotels
Miami, Florida, United States
Appointment

Leslie Kaminski has been appointed as Vice President of Sales at Virgin Hotels in Miami

Leslie Kaminski brings over 20 years of sales experience to this new position. She will be responsible for ensuring that all sales opportunities are being executed and that each strategy is being met. Before joining Virgin Hotels, Kaminski served as Vice President of Global Sales at Two Roads Hospitality where she oversaw a team of sales directors responsible for transient sales and new hotel business development in nine countries and across five lifestyle brands. Previously, Kaminski served as Senior Director of Global Luxury Sales at Two Roads Hospitality, as well as worked in sales for Destination Hotels, Gaylord Texan, and Hilton.

Virgin Hotels
Miami, Florida, United States
Appointment

Andrew Falter has been appointed as Director of Group Sales at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa

With more than 30 years of sales experience in the hospitality industry, Falter bring extensive knowledge of the Mid-Atlantic, New York, and New England association markets to Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa. Prior to this role, Falter was founder and president of Sponsorship Reliance Group, a company designed to assist associations with growing sales revenue. He was previously the director of association sales at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin and has held leadership positions within Tishman Hotel Corporation, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, and Hilton Hotels & Resorts. Falter is also a member of American Society of Association Executives and Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), having served on the 2014-2015 PCMA Capital Chapter Board of Directors, as well as the Sponsorship and Membership Committees with the PCMA Capital Chapter. A graduate from Michigan State University, Falter participates as a mentor in the University's Spartan Mentor/Mentee program, volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America, and is an active member of Toastmaster's International.

Marriott
Ponte Vedra, Florida, United States
Appointment

John Loute has been appointed as General Manager at SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland

McKibbon Hospitality, an award-winning leader in hotel management, today announced the appointment of hospitality veteran John Loute as General Manager of SpringHill Suites by Marriott Lakeland. Beginning his new role on November 4, Loute will be responsible for overseeing all operations for the 126-room, all-suites hotel, which is slated to open in downtown Lakeland in spring 2020.

McKibbon
Lakeland, Florida, United States
Appointment

Tyler Schulte has been appointed as Vulnerability Scanning Engineer at VENZA MSP

Prior to working at VENZA, Tyler spent five years working with the public and assisting with their highly personal and confidential needs. Tyler finds helping others to be the most rewarding aspect of the business. Tyler says if you can help others to achieve their goals, you can end the day on a high note knowing that you made a difference. Tyler looks forward to making a positive impact on our client's security and technology goals in the same way.

Venza
Pensacola, Florida, United States