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Jeff Ouradnik has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Suncadia Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Suncadia Resort, situated on the sunny side of the Cascade Mountains, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Ouradnik as the new director of sales and marketing. A seasoned hospitality leader and sales strategist, with over two decades of experience working with leading hotel brands across the country, he will oversee the sales, marketing, and event planning disciplines of the resort.

Jay Donahue has been appointed as Executive Chef at Shaker + Spear @Kimpton Palladian Hotel

Chef Jay Donahue brings over 18 years of experience to his role as Executive Chef at Shaker + Spear. Born in India and raised in Vermont after being adopted by his loving family, his interest in a culinary career was born early on, inspired by a summer job as a bus boy and the elaborate feasts his grandmother prepared for his family each holiday season.

Brian Doherty has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, located near the city's iconic attractions and Washington State's only Forbes Five-Star property, announces Brian Doherty as Executive Chef. He will lead food and beverage operations, from catering at the Hotel's 10,570 square feet (982 square metres) of event space to in-room dining at the 147 guest rooms and suites.

Gemma Fortier has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Windrow

Hotel Windrow, a 59-room boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown Ellensburg and managed by Columbia Hospitality, has announced the appointment of Gemma Fortier as general manager. She will oversee the daily operations of the hotel, community support, and partnerships.Fortier is stepping into the role as previous general manager, Matt Skaletsky, was promoted to area general manager within Columbia Hospitality. "Gemma was the natural choice to take on the role of general manager," said Steve Townsend, Managing Partner of Hotel Windrow. "She is a skilled leader and a talented, experienced hospitality professional. We are looking forward to the continued growth and awareness of this new boutique hotel in downtown Ellensburg."Most recently, Fortier served as director of operations at Hotel Windrow, where her goal was to exceed guest expectations. Prior to her arrival at Hotel Windrow, Fortier was the front-of-house manager at Swiftwater Cellars in Cle Elum; and served as the assistant general manager at San Fermo, where she led the front-of-house and back-of-house teams, managing service and sales.

Hotel Ändra Unveils Highly-Anticipated Renovation

The newly refreshed hotel will open in late Summer 2021. Guests who step into the newly updated Hotel Ändra will be transported from bustling downtown Seattle to a comforting "Hygge" environment. The hotel has reimagined their Scandinavian design to add brand-new touches inspired by the Swedish baroque period including luxurious furnishing of velvets, wools, and linens, and Swedish cottage influences of warm wood, cane, stone, and glass tiling.

Matt Skaletsky has been appointed as General Manager at Semiahmoo Resort, Golf, and Spa

Semiahmoo Resort, Golf, and Spa, a casual Northwest seaside resort surrounded by the Salish Sea and managed by Columbia Hospitality, announced today the appointment of Matt Skaletsky as general manager. He will oversee all operations at the 300-acre property, which includes a world-class golf course, a spa, meeting and event spaces and three options for dining experiences. Skaletsky is known to lead teams that consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences and exciting programming year-round.

Ashnil Singh has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel 116

Hotel 116, a 176-room property located in Bellevue, Wash., operated and managed by Coast Hotels, has announced the appointment of Ashnil Singh as its new general manager. In his new position, Singh will be responsible for leading and managing all hotel operations.Singh brings 12 years of hospitality experience to his new role. Most recently, he held the position of general manager at Best Western Plus in Renton. He also has held manageme nt positions with Red Lion Hotel, Wyndham Hotel, Choice Hotel and IHG properties.A native of the Fiji Islands, Singh currently lives in Kent, Washington, with his wife Shamli. They both enjoy traveling and spending time outdoors. Singh is also an avid sports enthusiast and a Seattle Seahawks fan. He holds a business studies, accounting, and finance degree from Fiji National University.

Scott Lane has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington

Hyatt Regency Lake Washington, a 347-room property located in Seattle's Southside, announced the appointment of Scott Lane as general manager. Located on the shores of Lake Washington, Hyatt Regency Lake Washington offers spacious rooms and suites with beautiful views, as well as three on-site dining options, a full-service spa, fitness center and more. With a demonstrated history of w orking in the hospitality industry, Lane will have the opportunity to showcase years of leadership and hospitality management, ensuring an unforgettable guest experience.Lane brings over 20 years of Hyatt experience to his new role at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. Throughout his time with Hyatt Lane has led teams at the local, area and regional levels with his most recent role of General Manager at the Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland.

New voco Hotel debuts in Olympia, Washington

The voco Olympia Hotel at Capitol Lake is situated off Highway 101, near downtown Olympia, beautiful surrounding parks, the Washington State Capitol Campus, and top local attractions like the Puget Sound Estuarium, Marathon Park, and the Olympic Flight Museum. The hotel was built in 1965 and sits on 10 acres overlooking Capitol Lake. Complete with several unique meetings spots, a coffee bar, lounge, onsite restaurant, pool, and beautifully manicured lawns perfect for afternoon strolls, guests can access all they need without ever leaving the property. This lodge-style hotel is managed by A-1 Hospitality Group and provides the ideal getaway for families, large groups, and anyone looking for a room with a view.

The Hotel Group Opens The Residence Inn by Marriott Wenatchee in Washington

The Hotel Group (THG), a prominent hotel ownership and development company, an affiliate of Hotel Equities (HE), along with Stream Real Estate, announced today the opening of the Residence Inn by Marriott Wenatchee, located in Wenatchee, Washington. As a co-investment project between Stream Real Estate of Seattle, owner and developer, and THG, this hotel is the first and only extended stay hotel in the Wenatchee hotel market. The property offers the best in hospitality, including stunning views of the Cascade Mountains while nestled on the banks of Washington's renowned Columbia River.

Michael Deltette has been appointed as Director of Social Events at Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C

Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. proudly announces the appointment of Michael Deltette as director of social events for the 335-room hotel located at 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. Deltette will spearhead the social events for this historic luxury hotel featuring 22,000 square feet of iconic event space and three unique ballrooms.

Sherry Abedi has been appointed as Area General Manager at Hotel Zena & Viceroy Washington DC

Viceroy Hotels and Resorts is pleased to celebrate the highly anticipated appointment of Area General Manager, Sherry Abedi. Demonstrating extensive experience in luxury hotel operations, as Area General Manager Abedi will oversee all facets of Hotel Zena and Viceroy Washington DC - two of the city's most sought after hotel destinations and cultural hubs. Abedi will lead both D.C. hotels, managing day-to-day operations across rooms and food and beverage, as well as the development of new and evolving programming and amenities. Abedi brings more than a decade of hospitality experience to Hotel Zena and Viceroy Washington DC, having served in senior leadership positions at properties in and around the greater Washington DC metro area and throughout the country. Most recently, Abedi served as the General Manager for Thompson Washington D.C., where she oversaw the opening efforts of the new hotel and coordinated all initiatives to re-launch operations following its pandemic-related closure. Throughout her career, Abedi has worked in various leadership roles, as Area General Manager of Quirk in Richmond, Virginia and as Resort Manager of Lansdowne Resort in Leesburg, Virginia. In addition, her extensive career in openings and operations included roles with the Madison Hotel; Ping Pong Restaurant in Washington, D.C.; Hotel Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica, California; and Viceroy Palm Springs in Palm Springs, California.

Michael Grande has been appointed as Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle, located near the city's iconic attractions and Washington State's only Forbes Five-Star property, announces Michael Grande (pronounced Gran-dee) as Executive Chef. He will lead food and beverage operations, from catering at the Hotel's 10,570 square feet (980 square metres) of event space to in-room dining at the 147 guest rooms and suites.

Jeffrey Hunter has been appointed as Executive Sous Chef at LOTTE HOTEL SEATTLE

Chef Jeffrey is the creative mind behind Charlotte Restaurant & Lounge's dishes. Drawing inspiration from the local farmers, ranchers and fisherman that produce high-quality ingredients in the Pacific Northwest, Chef Jeffrey and his talented culinary team apply classic yet modern cooking techniques to come up with extraordinary flavors and create long-lasting experiences for diners.

Cherry Tsui has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at LOTTE HOTEL SEATTLE

Cherry Tsui is a passionate hospitality leader with over 18 years of international experience across a broad range of hospitality groups, including luxury hotels and Michelin-Star restaurants, where she has led multiple pre-opening projects with world renowned chefs such as Chef Gray Kunz at Café Gray Deluxe, Alain Ducasse at Spoon by Alain Ducasse and Daniel Boulud at Café Boulud. Cherry's deep understanding of the hospitality industry and love for food and beverage comes from working collaboratively and creatively with talented chefs to ultimately create unique experiences for the guests. Her most memorable career experience was at The Peninsula Hong Kong where her team hosted an exclusive event with the Roca brothers (also known as the world's best restauranteurs from Spain) of Ell Cellar de Can Roca and also at the Conrad Hong Kong where her team hosted an outside catering event for the official Formula E event. Cherry's passion has taken her around the world for roles at Ritz Carlton, Peninsula Hotels, Conrad and most recently at Holland America Line.

Sherian Boyd Patterson has been appointed as Business Travel and Luxury Sales at InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C., an IHG Hotel

Willard InterContinental Washington, D.C. proudly announces the appointment of Sherian Boyd Patterson as director of business travel and luxury sales for the 335-room iconic hotel located at 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. Boyd-Patterson will lead local corporate account negotiations and business development with corporate business travelers.