Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa, one of the largest and most successful casinos in the world, plans a series of opening reveals throughout the summer, leading up to a grand opening on Thursday, Oct. 3.
Chef Benjamin Meyer has been appointed Novotel Brickell Miami's new Executive Chef & Director of Food & Beverage. In his new role, Chef Benjamin will oversee the F&B offerings and programming for the property. Chef Benjamin Meyer is fluent in a wide array of culinary styles. His wealth of experience and expertise in various facets of the culinary industry, coupled with his undeniable talent, make him a priceless asset to the Novotel Miami Brickell team.
Troy Jones has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Novotel Miami Brickell. Troy is an exceptional hotelier with a wealth of marketing experience. Prior to joining Novotel Miami Brickell, Jones worked as the Director of Sales & Marketing for Accor, world leading augmented hospitality Group. She attended the University of Pittsburgh where she received a BA in Economics.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood has appointed Bo Guidry as its President. In his new role, he will assume responsibility for all operations and management of the integrated resort, which will debut its $1.5bn expansion on October 24. Guidry replaces Auggie Cipollini, who has been promoted to the position of president of Seminole Hard Rock Support Services.
In her role, Aitken will be responsible for the Southeast group markets and for creating strategies to keep the hotel a leader in the marketplace through the development of future and repeat business.
Jennifer Johnson is Aloft Tallahassee Downtown's new operations manager. She had to travel all of two blocks for her new position, having previously served as the front office manager for the Hotel Duval, Autograph Collection. Jennifer started as a guest service representative there in September 2014 and in less than a year-and-half was appointed front desk manager.
Brandon Miller, Aloft Tallahassee Downtown's new general manager, was promoted from his position as assistant general manager, a post he took over in May 2017 after arriving from the Nashville Airport Marriott. During his 11-year tenure there, Brandon rose through the ranks, holding such posts as restaurant supervisor, front office manager, and senior room operations manager.
Luminary Hotel & Co. announced today the appointment of Bob Megazzini as general manager of the 243-room hotel that will light up downtown Fort Myers in late 2020. Megazzini will oversee the hiring of new staff, day-to-day operations, and guest and employee satisfaction at Luminary Hotel, along with the remodeled Harborside Event Center, which will be rebranded, and the planned amphitheater in Centennial Park.With more than 30 years of experience at several Marriott hotels around the country, Megazzini started his career in the kitchen and worked his way up to Executive Chef at multiple Marriott hotels. After a successful culinary career, he transitioned to food and beverage director and later to director of hotel operations. Megazzini was most recently the area general manager for the JW Marriott Denver and Courtyard Denver Downtown for three years. He and his wife have relocated to Fort Myers from Denver, Colorado, and are both excited to call sunny Florida home.
The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, one of the finest luxury golf resorts in Florida, has appointed Guillaume Benezech to Hotel Manager. Joining the resort with over seven years within The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Benezech is dedicated to leading the operations of the luxury property, while working in tandem with Edward V. Staros, Vice President and Managing Director of The Ritz-Carlton Resorts of Naples.
Marriott International announced that the SpringHill Suites by Marriott in Panama City Beach, Florida is scheduled to open today. The 200-suite beachfront hotel, located at 12513 Front Beach Road, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by SSPCB LLC and managed by Innisfree Hotels, Inc. of Gulf Breeze, Florida.
Through a joint venture, Willow Street Capital, Opterra Capital, The Charre Group and Duke Hospitality and their capital partner, The LCP Group, announced they have broken ground on the new Hotel Melby Downtown Melbourne, Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Melbourne, Florida. Anticipated to open in late 2020, the new build property will bring casual sophistication to the heart of Florida's Space Coast, minutes from the Orlando Melbourne International Airport.
Extended Stay America, Inc. (NASDAQ:STAY) announced today the "topping off" of its new hotel in Gibsonton - Riverview, Florida, signifying the final beam has been placed and that the structural framework is complete.
Croke is a 30-year award-winning veteran of the hospitality industry who has a wealth of operations, sales and marketing experience. Most recently, Kevin served as General Manager of the Mayfair Hotel and Spa at Coconut Grove located in Miami. Prior to The Mayfair, he consulted for Starwood Hotels & Resorts on the conversion of the Viceroy Hotel to the W Hotel Miami. For nearly 17 years, he was the Director of Sales and Marketing for Interstate Hotels & Resorts' Roosevelt Hotel in New York City where he was named HSMAI 'Executive of the Year' for the New York City chapter and was awarded the HSMAI Adrian Award for 'Excellence in Public Relations and Web Design.'
The 111-room Hilton Garden Inn Panama City is putting the final touches on their multimillion-dollar renovation following damage sustained from Hurricane Michael in October of 2018. After nine months revamping the building's interior and exterior, the property is opening its doors to the public on June 12th, 2019.
W Miami, an urban oasis located in the heart of Brickell, has officially reopened the iconic 15th floor pool. After two years of high-end renovations, the pool is now open to all W Miami hotel guests and offers special dining options on the pool deck.
Jason Ward has been appointed Executive Chef of The DAYTONA. The boutique, Marriot Autograph Collection hotel opened its doors in April and is located directly across from the world-famous Daytona International Speedway.
Inspired by the vibrant, energetic culture of the Tampa area, Hotel Alba is on the rise.
BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has appointed Mitch Garrett vice president of business development. Jarrad Evans, senior vice president, business development & strategy, made the announcement.
Arlo Hotels, an independent four-star lifestyle hotel brand, has appointed Karan Kakar as the general manager of Nautilus by Arlo in Miami Beach, the brand's first expansion outside New York City.
Jacqueline Lejart joins Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club with an extensive background in hotel operations, being a visionary leader for several of top international hotels for the past 25 years. Her responsibilities will focus on preserving excellence in customer service by maintaining the unique and upscale environment that guests have grown familiar with at the property. Mrs. Lejart moved to Miami Beach, Florida in 2002 where she held the position of front office manager for Eden Roc, A Renaissance Resort and Spa. During her tenures at several Miami Beach properties, she's been recognized as "Manager of the Quarter" four times and "Manager of the Year" twice.