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Homewood Suites Charleston Historic District Opens

Homewood Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District. Designed for guests who want to travel on their own terms, Homewood Suites by Hilton Charleston Historic District offers guests all the comforts of home, whether they are traveling for work or enjoying a well-earned getaway. With 139 new suites, the hotel complements the city's growing status as a travel destination with its continued accolades, such as the "Best Small City in the U.S." for Conde Nast Traveler's Reader's Choice Awards last year*.

Geoffroy Deconinck has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Dewberry Charleston

Born and raised in Brussels, Deconinck developed a passion for food in early childhood through cooking lessons with his grandmother, whose recipes he still references today. Later, he graduated with honors from the Culinary Arts and Hotel Management school at the campus of CERIA, and from 1996-2000, he was immersed in learning Escoffier’s cooking techniques and recipes while simultaneously working at L’Epicerie in Brussels under the award-winning Chef David Martin. An affinity for French cuisine grew immensely under Martin’s influence and propelled Deconinck to his next challenge of working for the famous Alsatian Chef, Jean-Yves Schillinger at Destinée in New York City. Deconinck was then personally referred to Chef Alain Ducasse for a position in his 3 Michelin stars restaurant in Paris, France at the Plaza Athénée. During his tenure there, he worked under Chef Jean-François Piège, a perfectionist who instilled respect for each ingredient and the knowledge to extract the best from them without betraying them.

My Place Hotel-Greenville, SC Is Coming Soon!

My Place Hotels of America is pleased to announce Greenville will soon be home to South Carolina"s first My Place hotel! The brand new hotel is anticipated to open in Spring of 2018. Following a packed Grand Opening celebrating their first My Place hotel in Meridian, Idaho, owners Aaron Lawson and Daniel Pretorius, inked and announced their next franchise location.

Brittany Polensky has been appointed as Director of Sales at Microtel Inn & Suites

Strand Hospitality Services and Greenville Hospitality Investments have recently announced that Ms Polensky has been hired as the Director of Sales for the Microtel Inn & Suites in Greenville, N.C. Ms Polensky will oversee the day-to-day sales and marketing efforts of the hotel, which is located within minutes of Vidant Medical Center and Brody School of Medicine as well as East Carolina University.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Rock Hill Debuts

Home2 Suites by Hilton, part of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) All Suites portfolio, announced today its newest property, Home2 Suites by Hilton Rock Hill. Designed for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine, the hotel features 105 suites and a range of value, tech-focused and eco-conscious amenities. Home2 Suites by Hilton Rock Hill complements the city's family-friendly atmosphere, authentic culture, as well as its world-renown sports and recreation activities that contribute to its bourgeoning economy.*

Paul Maddison has been appointed as General Manager at AC Hotel® Irvine

Pacific Hospitality Group (PHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Maddison as general manager of AC Hotel® Irvine – the first AC Hotels by Marriott® property in Southern California. The hotel is expected to open this spring in the heart of Park Place, a live, stay, play destination in Irvine, California.

Alan Fabris has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

Fabris’ tourism career spans three decades and includes 20 years with Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. and 10 years with Hyatt Hotels Corporation. He was most recently Area Director of Sales and Marketing for Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, overseeing 14 properties throughout the Midwest and responsible for combined group revenue production totaling $115 million. Fabris has received numerous awards and recognitions throughout his career, including Sales Team of the Year, Director of Sales of the Year and Outstanding RevPAR Performance, among others. Fabris is a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, where he earned a degree in Hotel Management.

Chad Marshall has been appointed as Executive Chef at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, formerly Springmaid Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced the appointment of several new members of their executive team, including Michael Frits, general manager; Travis Campbell, director of front office; Juli Pray, director of revenue, William Owen, director of food and beverage, and Chad Marshall, executive chef. The new members of the executive team assume their positions as the resort completes a multimillion-dollar renovation and repositioning and prepares to reopen as a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, in October 2016.

William Owen has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, formerly Springmaid Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced the appointment of several new members of their executive team, including Michael Frits, general manager; Travis Campbell, director of front office; Juli Pray, director of revenue, William Owen, director of food and beverage, and Chad Marshall, executive chef. The new members of the executive team assume their positions as the resort completes a multimillion-dollar renovation and repositioning and prepares to reopen as a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, in October 2016.

Juli Pray has been appointed as Director of Revenue Management at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, formerly Springmaid Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced the appointment of several new members of their executive team, including Michael Frits, general manager; Travis Campbell, director of front office; Juli Pray, director of revenue, William Owen, director of food and beverage, and Chad Marshall, executive chef. The new members of the executive team assume their positions as the resort completes a multimillion-dollar renovation and repositioning and prepares to reopen as a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, in October 2016.

Travis Campbell has been appointed as Director of Front Office at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, formerly Springmaid Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced the appointment of several new members of their executive team, including Michael Frits, general manager; Travis Campbell, director of front office; Juli Pray, director of revenue, William Owen, director of food and beverage, and Chad Marshall, executive chef. The new members of the executive team assume their positions as the resort completes a multimillion-dollar renovation and repositioning and prepares to reopen as a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, in October 2016.

Michael Frits has been appointed as General Manager at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront, formerly Springmaid Beach Resort in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has announced the appointment of several new members of their executive team, including Michael Frits, general manager; Travis Campbell, director of front office; Juli Pray, director of revenue, William Owen, director of food and beverage, and Chad Marshall, executive chef. The new members of the executive team assume their positions as the resort completes a multimillion-dollar renovation and repositioning and prepares to reopen as a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, in October 2016.

Joanna Patterson has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton, Myrtle Beach Oceanfront

A 40-year veteran of the hospitality and tourism industry, Patterson-Rizkallah was most recently director of sales and marketing for Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort in Clearwater Beach, Florida, but her distinguished career also includes positions in Myrtle Beach’s hospitality industry. She was director of catering at the Hilton Myrtle Beach, preopening group sales manager for the Radisson at Kingston Plantation, (now Embassy Suites by Hilton Myrtle Beach Oceanfront) and director of convention sales for all seven Sands Resorts. Patterson-Rizkallah first moved to Myrtle Beach in 1981 to join her parents, owners of Sands Furniture and Patterson Mercantile, which later became Pat-Mor Salvage Furniture Outlet.

Charles Pejeau has been appointed as Executive Chef at Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island

Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island announced today the addition of Charles Pejeau as the new executive chef at the luxury beach resort. Pejeau will oversee all guest experiences at the resort’s four dining venues, placing particular emphasis on Sonesta’s ‘Food is Art’ and ‘Liquid is Art’ philosophies, which treat each meal or signature beverage as a detailed masterpiece for the senses.

Jonathan Brashier has been appointed as General Manager at Aloft Greenville Downtown

Jonathan Brashier is the general manager at the new Aloft Greenville Downtown, slated to open November 2015. Brashier has over 20 years of hotel management and operations experience with brands such as SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott and Aloft. Brashier joined McKibbon in 2000 and most recently managed the Aloft Tallahassee Downtown. Brashier has won the Opening General Manager of the Year Award by Marriott International, Marriott Diamond General Manager Award and a national Marriott Sales Excellence Award. Brashier began his new position in late March.