Kevin Briggs, general manager of The Glenmark, Glendale, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel has announced the appointment of Shant Hallajian as the hotel's new Executive Chef. With Hallajian's rich experience in upscale eateries throughout California, he is excited to bring a fresh take to the Mediterranean-inspired menus at signature restaurant Olia and the popular Mila Rooftop Bar.
Global lifestyle and hospitality brand Margaritaville and Davidson Hotels & Resorts debut Margaritaville Resort Palm Springs, a desert oasis located in the heart of Palm Spring's Uptown Design District. This property is the first Margaritaville resort to open on the West Coast.
Element Ontario, owned by Samchully America Corporation (SL&C Ontario, LLC) and managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, today opened its doors. Part of Element Hotels, the extended stay lifestyle brand from Marriott International, the newly opened hotel is the latest in the region and fourth Element hotel in California. Staying true to Element Hotels' spirit, Element Ontario appeals to today's healthy, active traveler, who wants to maintain a balanced lifestyle while away from home.
Marking its continued expansion as one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic independent hospitality brands in the country, Los Angeles-basedPalisocietyadds to its renowned west coast footprint with the announcement of Palihouse Santa Barbara, scheduled to debut in Spring 2021.
Tharaldson Hospitality Management (THM) is pleased to announce the brand-new Homewood Suites in Livermore opens today!
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas today announced San Diego-based James Beard Award semifinalist Claudette Zepeda as Executive Chef. In this role, she will oversee the opening of multiple food & beverage concepts and lead the culinary team at the highly anticipated hotel that is slated to open in early 2021. Located in one of Southern California's most iconic seaside towns along the coastal bluffs, the opening of the 130-room Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas will mark a significant milestone, as the Alila brand's first new-build resort in the Americas and only the second Alila property in the U.S.
With more than 30 years of deep-rooted hospitality experience, Childs is a self-starter who is adept at leading hospitality operations, including training and developmental responsibilities, budget planning and utilizing the latest systems to capture revenue and control costs, all while increasing guest satisfaction. Prior to opening Cambria Hotel Sonoma, Childs held General Manager roles at Hotel La Rose in Santa Rosa, CA, and Hampton Inn Petaluma, where he opened an 1892 Silk Mill into a full-service, 75-room Hampton Inn. His longest-running role was at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Rosa where he was promoted from Director of Sales to General Manager. There, he led his team through an ownership change and a multimillion-dollar full property renovation.
As Director of Sales & Marketing, Washburn played a key role in the hotel's grand opening this summer, by leading the sales and marketing team and overseeing all revenue and distribution management. After obtaining her Masters of Arts in Marketing Communications from Emerson College, Washburn spent 10 years in various sales and marketing roles with industry-leading organizations such as Marriott International, including Sales Manager, Western Mountain Pacific; Sales Executive, Marin County and Emeryville; and Assistant Manager of Room Operations. She was also Sales Manager at Oxford Inns, Suites & Hotels, where she prospected new business leads and negotiated accounts. While Washburn has lived on both coasts, she has found a true home in Sonoma County, where she currently resides with her husband and beloved cat.
Lowe and Atlas Hotels today announced the completion of the team's comprehensive, multi-million-dollar renovation and repositioning of the 675-room Town and Country resort in San Diego. The vast 40-acre urban resort hotel and conference center is located on Hotel Circle North in Mission Valley.
In Los Angeles, CA hospitality veteran, Reggie Dominique has been named managing director at Loews Hollywood Hotel. Dominique's 25 years of hospitality experience includes a diverse leadership background in hotel operations and sales, having spent the majority of his career with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC. Dominique began his hospitality career in sales & marketing, starting as a group sales manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey. He then served as the director of sales & marketing for The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach and The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco before moving into operational leadership roles. Most recently, Dominique was hotel manager, JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. Live, where he led the team in raising employee satisfaction scores and increasing overall operational efficiency and revenues.
Younes Atallah has been appointed as general manager of Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel, which is located just steps away from the iconic Santa Monica Pier. Atallah has over 20 years of hospitality leadership experience with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. He began his hospitality career in the rooms division as an Assistant Manager at the Four Seasons Resort in Palm Beach, FL. Most recently, he served as Hotel Manager for the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort and has a strong background as an operator, leading some of the brands' most recognized hotels. He is an expert at delivering luxury service; with a focus on growth, positive guest and team member experiences, and bottom line profit.
Island Hospitality Management, the premier third-party management company for select service and upscale extended stay hotels in the United States, has announced the appointment of Samantha Fisher as Chief Investment Officer.
Michael O'Donohue has been appointed General Manager at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, one of only 14 Forbes triple five-star resorts in the world. He brings over 28 years of hospitality experience to the role, where he is responsible for managing the overall team and operations, performance, and strategic direction.With extensive experience in luxury hotel management, O'Donohue joins the team after nearly five years with Montage International as General Manager at Pendry San Diego, where he opened the flagship property. Previous to this, O'Donohue spent ten years working in various positions at Starwood Hotels & Resorts. Prior to his time at Starwood Hotels & Resorts, O'Donohue worked at InterContinental Hotels and Hilton Hotels. He started his career at Hilton Short Hills in New Jersey as an Assistant Chef after earning his Associate of Occupational Studies degree from the Culinary Institute of America.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Oceanside Beach Resort Owner LLC, an affiliate of S.D. Malkin Properties, proudly announce the naming of the new Mission Pacific Hotel and The Seabird Resort, both expected to open in Spring 2021 in Oceanside, Calif. The two adjacent hotels will be the newest and largest oceanfront resort development in San Diego County in more than half of a century, collectively spanning 700 feet of beachfront property. Along with immediate beach access, Mission Pacific Hotel and The Seabird Resort will offer guests a combined 387 guestrooms - most with water-facing views - as well as a variety of food and beverage experiences, oceanview pools and meeting spaces, full recreational programming for beach services and water sports, and more.
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin Thiele to General Manager. Situated along the coastal bluffs in one of Southern California's most iconic coastal towns, the 130-room Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is slated to open early 2021 and looks to deliver authentic luxury experiences in a world-class beachfront setting. As part of Hyatt's growing Alila brand portfolio, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is set to mark a significant milestone for the brand as the first new-build Alila resort in the Americas and second property in the U.S.
Luxury in hospitality once again meets luxury on the road with a new stay-and-drive package presented by Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel and Maserati.
Experience personalised hospitality at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto as it reopens today. At the forefront of technology and innovation, the Hotel introduces amenities, services and special offers for a new home base for work or leisure.
Radisson Blu, the upper-upscale brand synonymous with meaningful experiences, stylish spaces, and thoughtful details from Radisson Hotel Group, announces the opening of Radisson Blu Anaheim. Just four blocks away from Disneyland, the 326-room hotel delivers a one-of-a-kind experience with three distinct food and beverage offerings, two pools, and a stunning 12th story rooftop. Beginning the week of October 26, families, business travelers and adventurers alike can explore the best that Southern California has to offer in a stylish setting.
Nobu Hospitality, the globally established lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, is delighted to announce the debut of Nobu Hotel Palo Alto. The 73- room boutique hotel in the heart of Silicon Valley has undergone an extensive multi-million dollar renovation to unveil a completely brand-new hotel. The exciting transformation elevated the world-renowned Nobu hospitality, Palo Alto-style, with an impressive new facade, intimate arrival experience and lobby, new Nobu dining spaces, redesigned guest rooms, and the exclusive Nobu Ryokan guest experience.
With a bold new look coupled with Four Seasons legendary service, Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero is now open.