The Vanderbilt Tower, a new Ritz-Carlton Club Lounge, and resort-wide upgrades usher in a new era of luxury and comfort to the iconic Florida resort.
Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, a recently renovated boutique hotel situated oceanfront in the heart of South Beach's Art Deco District, is pleased to announce that Amanda Rodriguez has joined the property as Director of Sales & Marketing. Born and raised in Miami, Rodriguez is a tenured hospitality professional, with more than 15 years of experience in the industry. In her new role, she will oversee Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel's sales and marketing team to develop strategies that will continue to propel the hotel forward as a leader in the market.
With over a decade of experience in the health, wellness and spa community, Sheen Mahmud will oversee the Spa by JW®'s offerings. She previously held multiple positions at other Marriott properties in West Palm Beach and Pompano Beach. Mahmud, a graduate of Florida Atlantic University, previously served as Spa Director at the Epicurean Hotel, a Marriott Autograph Collection.
Holding a degree from The Art Institutes in Hotel, Motel and Restaurant Management, Shane Mott joins as Director of Restaurants at Tampa Marriott Water Street. Prior to joining the Tampa market, Mott was an instrumental leader for the food and beverage team at Le Royal Meridien in Abu Dhabi, UAE during the COVID-19 pandemic, helping the property rebuild and achieve high service scores.
With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Nick Davies has spent several years with the Marriott brand. He started his journey as the opening Director of Event Planning at the Westin Denver International Airport and later joined the Renaissance Orlando as the Director of Event Management. In Orlando, he eventually took on the Director of Food & Beverage role, overseeing event planning, event operations, culinary, stewarding and outlets.
W Miami announce the appointment of Gonzalo Maggi Bescos as the new General Manager of the hotel. Gonzalo Maggi Bescos brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the position, having worked in the luxury hospitality industry for over 20 years in leadership roles across multiple continents, companies, and Marriott International brands.
The Cordish Companies and Caesars Entertainment announced today their Pompano Beach development, The Pomp, will be anchored by a dynamic Live! dining and entertainment district. Located 35 miles north of Miami and less than 10 miles north of Fort Lauderdale, the 223-acre project is one of the largest developments in South Florida. Once complete, The Pomp will bring together entertainment, dining, hotel, retail, residential, office and lifestyle amenities, alongside the successful Harrah's Pompano Beach casino, in one world-class destination.
The St. Joe Company (NYSE: JOE) ("St. Joe"), joint venture partner Key International, Inc. ("Key International") and Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announce the opening of the 255-suite Embassy Suites by Hilton Panama City Beach Resort. The resort is located in the popular Pier Park shopping and entertainment district with unobstructed views of the Gulf of Mexico available from each of its five floors.
JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy's global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today unveils its newest property in Clearwater Beach, Florida, with the opening of JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa. Located along a secluded stretch of what has consistently been named "America's Best Beach," the luxurious new beachside property creates an oasis of coastal elegance and offers a serene destination to reflect and recharge.
Fontainebleau Miami Beach's leadership team continues to grow with the announcement that respected hospitality leader Shane Upson has been appointed Director of Spa and Wellness for Lapis, the Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Mr. Upson, who is only the second appointed Director of Spa in the history of Fontainebleau, will lead the resort's spa and wellness programming into the future with a pulse on the hottest wellness trends while continuing to have a strong connection to the spa's existing values and traditions.
Fontainebleau Development, owner of the iconic and award-winning JW Marriott Turnberry Miami Resort and Spa, has named hospitality industry veteran Shane Allor as the resort's new General Manager. Mr. Allor, who previously served as the property's Director of Sales and Marketing from 2017 to 2020 and oversaw its transition from Turnberry Isle Miami to a JW Marriott, will now lead operations across all departments, including sales, marketing, and revenue management; while ensuring a world-class guest experience at the 685-room resort.
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, the award-winning luxury resort that is consistently rated as one of the top properties in the world by travelers and travel experts alike, proudly announces the appointment of John Allan as the resort's new general manager. An industry veteran with extensive hotel and resort management experience, Allan will o versee the property's daily operations, including managing the successful execution of the resort's sales and marketing, food and beverage, financials and continuing to implement the Noble House Hotels & Resorts brand standard by focusing on strategic goals and maintaining active engagement with ownership.Prior to joining Little Palm Island, Allan most recently served as managing director of the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort and the Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort where he directed the efforts to earn more than $80 million in combined revenue. His experience also includes managing Little Palm Island's sister property, Solé Miami, a Noble House Resort, in which he assembled a best-in-class executive committee through performance transitions after a multi-million-dollar resort renovation and reposition. To add, John spent over fifteen years with Hilton Worldwide at four South Florida properties, including the role of general manager of the flagsh ip Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort - one of the most pre-eminent hotels in Florida with market-leading financial and service performance.
Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, the award-winning luxury resort that is consistently rated as one of the top properties in the world by travelers and travel experts alike, proudly announces the appointment of John Allan as the resort's new general manager. An industry veteran with extensive hotel and resort management experience, Allan will oversee the property's daily operations, including managing the successful execution of the resort's sales and marketing, food and beverage, financials and continuing to implement the Noble House Hotels & Resorts brand standard by focusing on strategic goals and maintaining active engagement with ownership.
Key International, a real estate investment and development company, and Shaner Hotels, an award winning, international hotel owner, operator and developer, today announced the grand opening of the 156-suite SpringHill Suites by Marriott® Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront in Fla. Shaner will operate the hotel, owned by Key International.
Orlando's leading luxury hotel unveils revitalization plans with the comprehensive transformation expected to debut in December 2023.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is proud to announce the appointment of Huseyin Ozdemir as Director of Restaurants, Beach Club Operations. With a tenure of over 15 years with The Ritz-Carlton brand, Ozdemir brings a wealth of knowledge in luxury hotel operations and restaurant management to his new role.
The cornerstone of downtown St. Petersburg completes first phase of transformation that honors resort's celebrated legacy.
Offering Unfettered Access to Hillsboro's Stunning Seashore and Waterways, The Intimate Residential Development Extends an Elevated Approach to Resort-Style Living.
Adrien Harel has recently been appointed as the new Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World Resort. Harel joins the Orlando property from Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, where he served as Resort Manager. A 15-year veteran of Four Seasons, Harel has travelled across three continents with the company, working at properties in Mauritius, Serengeti, Casablanca and Megève, in addition to Bora Bora.
Chris Inman has been appointed General Manager of the 400-room Hilton West Palm Beach located in the heart of West Palm Beach, Florida and connected to Palm Beach Convention Center via covered walkway. Inman joins the team after four years at the 360-room Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort and Juniper Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton. In his new capacity, he will oversee operations for the award-winning hotel adjacent to The Square shopping and dining and the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.