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Nusrat Mirza has been appointed as General Manager at JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

Marriott International (Marriott.com) has appointed industry veteran, Nusrat Mirza as the General Manager of the iconic Palm Desert hotel, JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa (www.desertspringsresort.com). Nusrat Mirza takes on an all-encompassing role at the newly-renovated, 450-acre property, which recently debuted 884 redesigned guest rooms, including 101 suites, along with a reimagined spa and event venues.

Pacifica Hotels Unveils Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Today, Pacifica Hotels, the largest owner and operator of boutique hotels along the Pacific Coast, unveils the latest addition to its portfolio with the debut of Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara opens its doors after an extensive remodel and rebrand, offering 61 well-appointed guest rooms and suites.

Konstantine Kabilafkas has been appointed as General Manager at The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood

Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC and The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood announce the appointment of Konstantine Kabilafkas as general manager of the brand's first west coast location. Bringing more than two decades of industry experience, Kabilafkas now oversees operations of the 220-room luxury lifestyle property, including onsite amenities like its food & beverage outlets, including the SoCal-centric restaurant and bar About Last Knife (ALK); a courtyard event space; and the 12,000 square foot I|O Rooftop—the largest public rooftop space in Los Angeles—which boasts a 70-foot projection mapping video wall, two bars, swimming pool, fire pits, and water feature. Sponsored and managed by Oxford Capital Group, LLC and Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC, respectively, The Godfrey Hotel Hollywood is Oxford's 10th California property, and 12th in the Western region.

Newly Reimagined Sonesta Irvine Launches Following Extensive $20 Million Renovation

Sonesta Irvine (formerly Sonesta Irvine - Orange County Airport) today announced the completion of an extensive $20 million renovation to transform the guest experience. Thoughtfully redesigned for both business and leisure travelers, the hotel offers dramatically updated guest rooms, a modern lobby, expansive social spaces for meetings and events and an exciting new dining destination, Haven Point Provisions & Spirits.

Debra Osborne has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Kimpton Canary Hotel

The Kimpton Canary hotel in Santa Barbara recently appointed Debra Osborne as Director of Sales & Marketing to oversee the hotel. A seasoned hospitality professional with 30 years of industry experience, Debra began her career on the opening team of a resort hotel in the Ventura Harbor as Sales Manager developing business travel and group opportunities in local and eastern U.S. market segments and achieved the role of Director of Sales & Marketing after two short years. Since then she has worked her way up the chain, taking on sales and marketing leadership roles at the Embassy Suites M andalay Beach Hotel & Resort, Residence Inn by Marriott at River Ridge, Bacara Resort & Spa and Hilton Woodland Hills/Los Angeles. Throughout her career, Debra has received various awards and recognitions including winning Sunstone's "Hotel of the Year" in 1999 for exceeding annual budget by $300K+ and being named Sunstone's "Director of Sales of the Year" in 2006, just to name a few.Now at the Kimpton Canary in Santa Barbara, Debra is responsible for directing and leading the Sales & Catering team to achieve budgeted top-line revenues, developing marketing initiatives and key relationships within the community to increase exposure, and overseeing market shifts to determine deployment/pricing recommendations.When not strategizing and leading the team to achieve the hotel's revenue goals, you can find Debra enjoying a glass of wine with friends or driving to the new foodie hot spot to enjoy a delicious meal.

The Leta Hotel in Santa Barbara becomes Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The charming beach chic Leta Hotel in Santa Barbara is now a Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel. Earlier this year, AWH Partners purchased the property with Spire Hospitality as the new management company. This elevated historic hotel rooted in the California vibe and beach culture of Santa Barbara underwent significant investment to refresh the guest experience, creating a perfect escape for work and play. The158-room Leta Hotel is ideally located in Goleta and is prized for its cool, hip and carefree Californian personality and it's artful, quirky, unexpected, open and soulful chemistry. Local art, music, food and wine come together at The Leta, and the hotel boasts 6,000 square feet of meeting space, welcoming locals and out of town guests alike for one-of-a-kind meetings and events.

Cassie Olsen has been appointed as Director of Sales at Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Cassie Olsen has been appointed Director of Sales at Seacliff Inn. Before her new role, Olsen's resume included experience as Director of Sales and Marketing at Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos, California, Director of Sales and Catering at Palo Alto Hills Golf and Country Club, and Associate Club Director, Sales and Catering at The City Club of San Francisco.

Ashley Vincent has been promoted to General Manager at Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Ashley Vincent has been promoted to General Manager at Seacliff Inn. Vincent has over a decade of broad range industry experience in the hospitality world working in a variety of positions for the renowned Hilton Hotels. Most recently, Vincent was the Assistant General Manager at Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley, California. She has also had experience at the DoubleTree by Hilton in El Paso, Texas, Hilton in Fort Worth, Texas, Embassy Suites by Hilton in Monterey, California, and Hilton Garden Inn in Monterey, California.

Andrew Harris has been promoted to General Manager at Marina Del Rey Hotel

Andrew Harris has been promoted to General Manager at Marina del Rey Hotel. Prior to his new role at Marina del Rey Hotel, Harris was General Manager at The Belamar Tapestry Collection by Hilton. Harris has also held positions at CMS Lodging, Stonebridge Hospitality, Rainier Hospitality, Evolution Hospitality, West Paces Hotel Group, Texas Western Hospitality Management, and Marriott Vacation Club International.

Todd Liphardt has been appointed as General Manager at Inn at The Pier Pismo Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton

Todd Liphardt has been appointed to General Manager at Inn at the Pier. Liphardt has spent more than 20 years working in the hospitality world. Most recently, he was the Area General Manager at Hilton Garden Inn Missoula & Kalispell. Liphardt worked in several other roles at Hilton Garden Inn Missoula & Kalispell including General Manager and Food & Beverage Director.

Brian Hutchison has been appointed as General Manager at Half Moon Bay Lodge

Brian Hutchison has been appointed General Manager at Half Moon Bay Lodge. He has extensive experience working in the hospitality and restaurant industries for nearly 25 years. Prior to his new role, Hutchison was the Task Force General Manager at Providence Hospitality, Area General Manager at Larkspur Landing Hotels, General Manager at Half Moon Bay Lodge and Conference Center, General Manager at Dinah's Garden Hotel & Trader Vic's Restaurant, General Manager at Garden Court Inn in Fremont, CA, Area Manager at Bass Hotels and Resorts, and General Manager at Crowne Plaza Hotel in San Jose, CA.

Hyatt Regency San Francisco Plans September Debut of Multimillion-Dollar Guestroom Renovation

Hyatt Regency San Francisco, one of San Francisco's premier waterfront hotels in the Embarcadero district, is excited to announce a multimillion-dollar guestroom enhancement. The project is managed by renowned design firm Looney & Associates and is expected to be completed September 2022. The hotel will remain open during the renovation process and is continuing to accept leisure, business and group reservations.

StonePark Capital Acquires The Waterman Hotel in Santa Barbara, California

StonePark Capital is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of The Waterman, a 31-room hotel, located in the Funk Zone neighborhood of Santa Barbara, California, at 12 E. Montecito Street. Built in 2014, The Waterman has been a welcome addition to the region, offering visitors a unique lifestyle hospitality option. The property features stylishly fun guest rooms and lively common areas, including a swimming pool and an outdoor gathering area directly on State Street.

Drew Berry has been appointed as General Manager at The Portofino Hotel & Marina

Noble House Hotels & Resorts and The Portofino Hotel & Marina announce the appointment of Drew Berry as general manager of this iconic Redondo Beach property. In his new role, Berry will oversee all daily operations, including guest services and relations; food & beverage destinations BALEENkitchen, BALEENlounge and The Living Room; the hotel's popular Dockside Adventure Center (ran in partnership with outfitter brand REI), which offers incredible outdoor and adventure experiences like kayaking, stand up paddleboarding, and boat charters, and more.