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Mariannie Santiago has been appointed as General Manager at The Shelborne by Proper

Mariannie Santiago joins The Shelborne as general manager, following her recent role as vice president of hotel operations at McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality in Austin. Previously, she served as the opening general manager at Hotel Saint Vincent in New Orleans, as well as held general manager positions at both The LINE Los Angeles and Freehand Los Angeles. In this role, she returns to Miami where she previously oversaw operations at Freehand by Sydell Group.

Proper Hospitality
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
Development Rebranding

The Countdown to the Re-Opening of the Iconic Delano Miami Beach Begins

Ennismore, the fast-growing lifestyle and leisure hospitality company, and Cain International ('Cain'), proudly reveal the first look of Delano Miami Beach to mark the countdown to its reopening in late 2025 after a complete renovation. This first look at the revitalised Delano Miami Beach comes as the partnership recently celebrated the opening of Delano Dubai, introducing the brand to a new destination and continuing its global expansion.

Delano
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
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Jennifer Lombard Knight has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection

Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection, the luxury boutique hotel at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, has announced the appointment of Jennifer Lombard Knight as its new general manager. Lombard Knight is responsible for overseeing the hotel's day-to-day operations, including leading the team in delivering consistent, unique experiences that enhance the quality of service for guests.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Miramar Beach, Florida, United States
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Gayla Guyse has been appointed as General Manager at Omni Fort Lauderdale

Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Gayla Guyse as General Manager of the highly anticipated Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel, the brand's third property in Florida. With more than 25 years of dedicated service and operational excellence at Omni, Guyse brings a wealth of leadership experience to the property, set to open in Fall 2025.

Omni
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

McKibbon Hospitality Completes Multimillion-Dollar Renovation of Aloft Tallahassee Downtown

Aloft Tallahassee Downtown is pleased to announce that it has recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation, refreshing the hotel's communal spaces and 162 guestrooms. Primely located on North Monroe Street in the heart of the state's capital, the fun-loving, pet-friendly hotel provides unbeatable access to Florida's Capitol Building, Florida Agricultural & Mechanical University and Florida State University.

Aloft
Tallahassee, Florida, United States
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Whitnee Wilson has been appointed as Spa Director at Spa Evangeline at Epicurean Hotel

Epicurean Hotel recently announced the addition of Whitnee Wilson as Spa Director at Spa Evangeline located in the 188-room boutique hotel in the trendy Hyde Park historic district of South Tampa. As director, Wilson will oversee day-to-day spa operations, including the treatment menu and special promotions, staff management and training, spa product lines and retail.

Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Luis Rios has been appointed as Director of Restaurants & Bars at Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, a recently renovated beachfront oasis in the heart of South Beach, is excited to announce the appointment of Luis Rios as its new Director of Restaurants & Bars. With two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Rios brings a wealth of expertise, passion, and a deep commitment to elevating guest experiences. He will oversee the hotel's dining and beverage operations, including the recently reimagined signature restaurant, The Social Club, and outdoor restaurant and bar, High Tide Beach Bar & Grill.

Kimpton
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
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Fernando Rivera has been appointed as General Manager at Andaz Miami Beach

Andaz Miami Beach announces the appointment of Fernando Rivera as General Manager, overseeing the redesign and full transformation of The Confidante Miami Beach, owned by Sunstone Hotel Investors, Inc., into the highly anticipated Andaz Miami Beach hotel, slated to open in late December 2024. With nearly 30 years of experience delivering world-class luxury and lifestyle experiences in leading New York City and Miami hotels, Rivera plays a pivotal role in introducing the luxury-lifestyle Andaz brand to the Florida market.

Andaz
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
Development Pipeline

NexGen Hotels Acquires The Maritime Hotel Fort Lauderdale - Plans Renovation and Rebrand

November 12, 2024 - NexGen Hotels, a hotel development and management company based in Itasca, Illinois, today announced the acquisition of The Maritime Hotel Fort Lauderdale Airport & Cruiseport. Located at 2161 Maritime Boulevard, the boutique hotel will undergo a renovation and rebrand as the Moor Hotel at Marina Bay, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. The hotel is expected to be fully converted by Q3 of 2025.

Tribute Portfolio
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Development Renovation

Driftwood Hospitality Management Completes Multimillion-dollar Renovation for Marriott-branded Delta in West Palm Beach

Driftwood Hospitality Management (DHM) announces the completion of a multimillion-dollar renovation for the Delta by Marriott West Palm Beach, a 199-key hotel located in one of South Florda's most dynamic markets. The completion demonstrates DHM's high level of expertise in repositioning hospitality assets and the continued trust from one of the world's largest hotel brands.

Delta
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
Development Opening

Premier Resorts & Management Opens Renaissance Hotel on Daytona Beach Oceanfront

Premier Resorts & Management, a full-service hotel operating company headquartered in Ormond Beach, Florida today announced the opening of the 190-room Renaissance Daytona Beach Oceanfront Hotel. The futuristically-designed property located at 640 North Atlantic Avenue on the oceanfront of Daytona Beach is owned by 640 North Atlantic Hospitality, LLC and managed by Premier Resorts & Management.

Renaissance
Daytona Beach, Florida, United States
Development Pipeline

Loews Hotels & Co, in Partnership with Universal Orlando, Set to Open Universal Helios Grand Hotel in Tandem with Opening of Universal Epic Universe

Loews Hotels & Co, co-owner and operator of the hotel portfolio at Universal Orlando Resort, announces the much-anticipated opening date of the company's third hotel coming to Universal Epic Universe next year. Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel will start taking reservations October 22 for bookings beginning May 22, 2025.

Loews
Orlando, Florida, United States
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Ron Gulaskey has been appointed as Vice President, US Sales & Strategy at Club Med

Ron Gulaskey joins Club Med with more than 20 years of executive experience in the travel industry, most recently serving as Associate Vice President of Global Sales at Celebrity Cruises. His diverse background includes leadership in both the leisure and Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Events (MICE) segments, making him well-suited to drive sales strategy for Club Med's US operations. In his previous role, Ron managed corporate, incentive, gift card, and charter sales, while also leading North America National/Strategic Account Sales & Trade Relations for Celebrity Cruises. His career in travel sales and marketing includes senior roles at Royal Caribbean Group and a strong track record of strategic partnerships with key industry associations like ASTA, ACTA, and CLIA. Prior to entering the travel sector, Ron held significant leadership roles at Polaroid Corporation, focusing on both consumer and commercial markets. Ron's leadership in sales strategy will be pivotal as he oversees travel agency partnerships and MICE sales, further enhancing Club Med's footprint in the US market.

Club Med
Miami, Florida, United States
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Armelle De la Porte des Vaux has been appointed as Vice President of Marketing, North America at Club Med

Effective August 1, 2024, Armelle De la Porte des Vaux has assumed the role of Vice President of Marketing for North America. With over a decade of experience in the luxury industry, including senior roles at L'Oréal and Dior, Armelle has a strong foundation in brand development and marketing strategy across Europe, Central America, and Asia. Since joining Club Med in 2019 as Marketing Director for Benelux, she has spearheaded transformative campaigns, including revitalizing the Belgian market and overseeing strategic initiatives for the German market, one of Europe's key outbound tourism hub. Armelle's leadership was instrumental in launching new openings, such as the Marbella resort, and successfully managing major projects like the renovation sponsorship of Vittel. In her new role, she will leverage her vast experience to drive the continued expansion of Club Med's L'Esprit Libre philosophy into the competitive North American market, further cementing the brand's leadership in the all-inclusive space.

Club Med
Miami, Florida, United States