Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Airport North Opens New Property in Hapeville, Georgia
New hotel located near Delta Flight Museum, Delta Headquarters, and Hartsfield Jackson International Airport.
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Drew Kirkland has been named Executive Chef at APRON and The Rooftop at the Kimpton Overland Hotel – Atlanta Airport
The Kimpton Overland Atlanta, along with its two restaurants, APRON and The Rooftop at the Overland, are pleased to announce Drew Kirkland as its new executive chef.
Sylvia Wardzala has been appointed as General Manager at Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island
Guido Kerpel, COO of New Castle Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel owner, operator and developer, announces the appointment of Sylvia Wardzala as the general manager of the company's newly acquired Holiday Inn Resort Jekyll Island in Jekyll Island, Ga. A dedicated hospitality professional, Ms. Wardzala is passionate about providing exemplary guest experiences at the beach-front resort.
Choice Hotels' Everhome Suites Breaks Ground in Atlanta Area
Development milestone for company's newest brand fuels continued extended stay growth.
Standout Holiday Inn Opens its doors in North Atlanta’s Vibrant Neighborhood
Holiday Inn & Suites Atlanta Perimeter-Dunwoody offers an innovative design, enhanced amenities and the area's newest rooftop restaurant destination.
Abhishek Pillai has been appointed as Pastry Chef at The St. Regis Atlanta
Atlanta's premier in-town resort, The St. Regis Atlanta, is pleased to announce the hiring of Abhishek Pillai as Pastry Chef. Effective immediately, Pillai will focus his talents on plated desserts, afternoon tea, personalized amenities and creating innovative parties for The St. Regis luminaries.
Violaine Diogene has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hotel Colee, an Autograph Collection Hotel
Practice Hospitality recently announced the hiring of Violaine Diogene as the Director of Sales & Marketing at boutique Buckhead destination Hotel Colee. Diogene will spearhead the development and execution of strategic sales and marketing initiatives for the Conde Nast Traveler award-winning hotel. With more than 20 years of hospitality and sales experience, Diogene is well positioned to lead the team at Hotel Colee to achieve great success.
Bertrand Mangeot has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Sylvan Hotel
As General Manager, Bertrand Mangeot oversees all departments and operations the property, bringing with him a strong work ethic and passion for hospitality. Bertrand - a native of France - began his career in Luxembourg at KPMG before returning to the West Indies of Martinique to work for Karibea Hotels, where he was an Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer. From there, Bertrand moved to New York City, where he held multiple hospitality positions at InterContinental Barclay. Bertrand's skills established him in the InterContinental family, enabling him to move to the InterContinental Hotel Cleveland, where he held various senior titles over the span of seven years. Finally, prior to joining the team at The Sylvan, he was a part of the InterContinental Toronto Centre team, where he continued to successfully lead and manage multi-million-dollar projects.
Tenille Perry has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Kimpton Sylvan Hotel
As Director of Sales and Marketing, Perry is the leader of the segmented sales efforts for The Sylvan. A foodie at heart, Perry graduated with a degree in Hospitality Management and Communications from Ryerson University in Toronto. Her first job out of school was with the flagship Four Seasons, the first and only hotel in Canada to receive both the AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star recognition, in the Food & Beverage department. While the work hours of Food & Beverage management didn't fit her lifestyle, she still had a love for the industry. Her entire adult career has been in the hospitality industry with a special focus on hotels. After moving to the US and landing in Georgia, she has worked in Operations and Sales across several brands (both managed and franchised) including Residence Inn, Tribute Portfolio, Hilton, Embassy Suites, Hilton Garden Inn and Curio Collection.
Steve Grainger has been appointed as Director of Finance at Jekyll Island Club Resort
The Jekyll Island Club Resort is proud to welcome Steve Grainger as Director of Finance. Grainger brings more than 20 years of success in planning and executing strategic financial and operational initiatives for hospitality and real estate development organizations.
Macon Welcomes New Boutique Hotel, Hotel Forty Five, to Historic Downtown
Part of Marriott's Tribute Portfolio, Hotel Forty Five officially opened its doors on February 1. With a prime location across from the newly designed Rosa Parks Square, the 94-room boutique hotel features three on-site outlets, one being a rooftop bar offering a charming setting with stunning views.
Ramon Reyes has been named General Manager of the Year at Omni Hotels & Resorts
Omni Atlanta Hotel at CNN Center is pleased to announce that Ramon Reyes was awarded the General Manager of the Year Award, Core Hotel for 2021. The award, which was presented during Omni Hotels & Resorts' "Family Reunion" executive conference earlier this month as Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, was just one of 11 awards presented to Omni leaders who embody the company culture, balance the corporate service trilogy, and exemplify the company's core values.
The Kimpton Wade Hotel, Opening Summer 2022 in Atlanta’s Midtown Neighborhood
Set to open this summer in Atlanta's Midtown neighborhood, Kimpton's much-anticipated hotel announces its name, Kimpton Wade Hotel, and the appointment of its leader, General Manager Alan Rae. The Wade will be part of MetLife Investment Management's Midtown Union development, a mixed-use community located in the city's "Heart of the Arts" and new epicenter for business. The Wade will reflect this unique intersection of culture and connection with a spirit and style that is equal parts creatively inspired and modernly sophisticated.
Berry College and Hotel Equities Announce the Opening of Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
Today, Berry College and Hotel Equities announced the opening of the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Rome, Georgia. The new hotel is owned and developed by Berry and is located next to the expansive Rome Tennis Center at Berry College. Atlanta-based Hotel Equities manages the hotel and provided development services throughout the hotel's construction. The hotel is expected to capture revenue otherwise lost to nearby cities because of a lack of suitable accommodations in the Rome area. In addition to providing much-needed hotel rooms for visitors, the hotel will employ students giving them hands-on experience in hospitality management.
Teri Agosta has been appointed as General Manager at Signia by Hilton Atlanta
Signia by Hilton Atlanta announced Teri Agosta has been appointed general manager of the new 975-room hotel, located at Georgia World Congress Center. Expected to open in late 2023, Signia by Hilton Atlanta will overlook the Mercedes Benz-Stadium sports and entertainment complex and will be connected to the Congress Center.
Rick Norman has been promoted to General Manager at Courtyard/Residence Inn in Jekyll Island
Guido Kerpel, COO of New Castle Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced that Rick Norman, a 25-year New Castle veteran has been promoted to general manager of the new Courtyard/Residence Inn by Marriott in Jekyll Island, Georgia. Norman previously was the general manager of the Courtyard/ Residence Inn by Marriott in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Embassy Suites Atlanta Midtown Opens Across from Atlantic Station
181-key, all-suites hotel boasts central location in West Midtown.
Thompson Buckhead Opens Today in Atlanta
The new 201-key hotel makes its mark on one of the city's most desirable and vibrant neighborhoods.
Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta Makes Its Opening Debut
Hyatt Hotels Corporation [NYSE: H] celebrated the opening of Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta, a lifestyle hotel located along the edge of Lenox Square. This 15-story hotel features 218 guestrooms, including seven suites, two dining concepts from James Beard Award-winning chef Hugh Acheson and more than 3,700 square feet of meeting and event spaces. Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta provides savvy travelers a launchpad for exploration, giving travelers an opportunity to discover the magic of Atlanta's iconic cultural and entertainment venues. The property was developed by Songy Highroads and designed by Sawyer & Company in collaboration with The Johnson Studio at COOPER CARRY.
Kristi Cotten-Morris has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Centric Buckhead Atlanta
Kristi Cotten-Morris brings over 26 years of experience in the hospitality industry, 24 of which have been with Hyatt hotels. Since beginning her Hyatt career as a front desk agent at Hyatt Regency Hilton Head Island in 1997, Cotton-Morris has led Hyatt properties through rebrands, renovations, and openings, taking pride in leading with care in an inclusive environment that encourages team members to be their best. Highlights of her experience thus far include leading a $73 million renovation at Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport, which transformed every aspect of the property. Cotten-Morris also served on Hyatt's opening task force for several years, playing a key role in opening Hyatt Regency Boston, Hyatt Regency Century Plaza and Hyatt Regency Jacksonville. Most recently, she worked in Philadelphia as the general manager of The Bellevue Hotel, serving as a business leader, strategic advisor and project manager while balancing relationships between ownership, colleagues, customers and guests.