Concord Hospitality, the award-winning hotel management and development company which presently operates over 150 hotels across North America, announces the appointment of Mark Castriota as the General Manager of The Westin Atlanta Gwinnett, a highly anticipated new hotel on the campus of the Gas South District in Gwinnett County, Georgia slated for a grand opening in Spring 2024.
Manny Belete has been appointed the resort manager of North Georgia's award-winning Barnsley Resort, operated by Davidson Resorts. In this role, Belete will provide strategic leadership and oversee operations of Barnsley Resort's 140 guest rooms and suites spread out among the 55-room Inn and 39 free-standing cottages, The Spa, resort recreation, and on-site food and beverage.
Hotel Forty Five has announced the appointment of Grant Hart as its new director of sales. As a trusted teammate of Mainsail Lodging & Development, Hart brings her expertise in customer-service and strategic sales management to the heart of Macon, Georgia.
Extended Stay America announced today the opening of the Extended Stay Suites Atlanta-McDonough, located in McDonough, Georgia. The property was developed by TGC Group and will be managed by TGC Hospitality Management, both of Wichita, Kansas.
Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, the AAA Five Diamond luxury Midtown hotel, introduces Gavin Pera as Executive Chef. He will oversee all aspects of the culinary operations at the 244-room Hotel including Park 75, Bar Margot, in-room dining and at special events.
976‑room hotel overlooking Mercedes‑Benz Stadium is set to open in January 2024.
Simon's 35 years of luxury hospitality experience in 12 national and international locations started in the kitchens in his native Forest of Dean, England. He relocated to the United States, where he joined Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in several Food & Beverage and Resort leadership roles in Philadelphia, Dallas, Hawaii, San Diego, Los Angeles, and New York and as General Manager in Miami and Vancouver.
Joshua Jolicoeur an experienced hospitality professional with over 15 years of experience will provide oversight to the hotel's Guest Services. A longtime Miami native, Joshua recently relocated to Atlanta to join the Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta team, bringing with him years of operations expertise. Josh began his hospitality career with Sheraton Hotels and then later moved to an independent brand Fontainebleau in Miami where he was most recently the Director of Guest Services. At the inception of his career Josh has always lived by the motto "Nothing great is ever achieved without enthusiasm" by Ralph Waldo Emerson. Josh brings energy and passion into all aspects of his career and infuses this same energy into creating memorable guest experiences. He's excited to bring this same excitement and energy to Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta and ensure the guest experience remains top notch.
Leading marketing efforts Kyra Oliver will oversee and manage all aspects of hotel brand awareness, programming and sales. Originally from Tennessee and a former resident of Richmond, Virginia, she recently moved to Atlanta from San Diego where she served as the Director of Marketing for Cal-a-Vie Health Spa, a luxury health and wellness resort. Kyra was instrumental in gaining new clients for solo travelers, group retreats, corporate retreats/events and weddings through multi-channel marketing. She worked with top national journalists across the country along with fostering a strong connection to the local San Diego market to increase brand awareness and sales.
Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, an upscale boutique hotel located steps from Lenox Square, has appointed Sergii Chepko as assistant director of food and beverage. In his role, Chepko will manage the hotel's food and beverage division including Spaceman, the rooftop bar and lounge, and Three Arches, the hotel's signature dining experience.
Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, an upscale boutique hotel located steps from Lenox Square, has appointed Philipp Martens as director of restaurants, bars & events. In his role, Martens will manage the hotel's food and beverage division including Spaceman, the rooftop bar and lounge, and Three Arches, the hotel's signature dining experience.
The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel, a 1950s-era adaptive reuse boutique hotel in Atlanta's Buckhead neighborhood, announces the hire of Anika Glenn as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. Glenn brings 15+ years of award-winning industry experience to the Sylvan, with her most recent role serving as the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Perimeter at Villa Christina, where she implemented the hotel's sales and marketing strategies and achieved the budgeted top line revenue for the hotel. Glenn brings a wealth of knowledge of the hospitality industry specializing in new hotel openings, luxury-boutique and lifestyle properties. She has a proven sales track record with high profile clients and a solid history in exceeding goals in revenue growth, market share, and profit gain. Prior to her time at the Hyatt Regency, Glenn served as the Director of Sales and Marketing at The American Hotel Atlanta Downtown, a Doubletree by Hilton, where she received brand recognition by Hilton for year-over-year positive group room night growth and additionally, was asked to speak on the strategies used to achieve success at the 2019 Americas Leadership Conference.
Alpharetta, Georgia's first boutique hotel, The Hamilton Curio Collection by Hilton, is pleased to announce the appointment of Saleh Akley as the property's new Director of Sales & Marketing. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality, Saleh will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for the hotel and its on-site indoor and outdoor restaurant, Carrie's Conservatory.
Red Roof®, the leader in economy lodging, has announced the opening of the Red Roof Inn Savannah North - Port Wentworth in Port Wentworth, Georgia.
Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel, a 4-star hotel located in the heart of the energetic Midtown neighborhood, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Dickerson as the property's new Director of Sales & Marketing. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality, Mark will oversee all sales, revenue and marketing initiatives for the hotel and its food and beverage concepts, Rowdy Tiger Whiskey Bar & Kitchen and Rowdy Tiger Rooftop.
The Kimpton Brice - the charming boutique hotel capturing the heartbeat of Savannah's historic landmark district - proudly announces the appointment of JohnAngelo Cole as Executive Chef to its distinguished dining team. In this role, Cole manages culinary operations for the 145-room hotel and its on-site restaurant, Pacci Italian Kitchen + Bar - located on the ground floor peeking out into the cozy courtyard and Secret Garden, serving Italian-inspired dishes. With nearly 15-years of experience and a passion for fresh ingredients, JohnAngelo aims to elevate the existing cuisine and further the growth of Savannah's booming food scene.
The Starling Atlanta Midtown, part of the Curio Collection by Hilton and managed by Schulte Hospitality, announced Kathryn Day as its General Manager. Formerly The W Atlanta Midtown, the hotel reopened as The Starling in June 2022 as part of the Curio Collection, Hilton's line of curiosity-inspired boutique hotels. The 466-room full-service hotel boasts a lobby-level bar & lounge, two restaurant concepts, a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and numerous conference centers and ballrooms. Day, a native of Sydney, Australia, presides over the hotel's day-to-day operations to ensure top-tier guest experiences in each of the hotel's service areas.
Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues its expansion in travelers' favorite destinations with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Savannah Downtown Historic District - the brand's newest downtown location and the first Cambria to open in Georgia.
Industry's largest soft brand continues expansion in Georgia, providing unique experiences for guests.
Nobu Hospitality and Simon welcomed local dignitaries and community leaders today to celebrate the opening of Nobu Hotel & Restaurant Atlanta at Phipps Plaza. The property serves as Nobu's 15th location overall and first in Georgia, making its debut in the Buckhead community at the modern, reimagined, mixed-use Phipps Plaza.