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Michael Conte has been appointed as Retreat Director at Sensei Porcupine Creek

With more than 15 years of experience in the wellness industry, Michael Conte joins the highly-anticipated Sensei Porcupine Creek as Retreat Director where he will manage a team of highly specialized Sensei Guides and wellness practitioners. Prior to joining the executive team at Sensei, Conte's long-standing career in the California hospitality industry includes serving as the Director of Spa and Wellness for Meadowood Napa Valley, Director of Spa at Montage Resort in Laguna Beach and also opened the Spa at Pelican Hill in Newport Beach, all of which achieved consistent five-star ratings by Forbes Travel Guide under his leadership. In his early career, Conte followed his passion for wellness to Mueller College of Holistic Studies in San Diego where he graduated as a Holistic Health Practitioner before going on to become one of the top massage therapists in Orange County. In addition to his professional work, Conte partners with the non-profit organization Greet the Day that provides free spa treatments to individuals fighting cancer as well as other organizations including the ISPA association, Global Mentorship Organization and has served on the Forbes Travel Guide Standards Advisory Board.

Sensei
Rancho Mirage, California, United States
Appointment

Annika Jackson has been appointed as General Manager at Sensei Porcupine Creek

Annika Jackson recently joined Sensei as General Manager of Sensei Porcupine Creek, currently heading up the pre-opening efforts and once the resort is open, will lead the management team at the property. Jackson brings both domestic and international luxury hospitality experience. She has previously served as General Manager at the renowned L'Auberge de Sedona and served as Vice President & Managing Director at Enchantment Group. Annika first became seriously involved with spa development in 2000 when joining the Enchantment Group in Arizona to develop the Mii amo, an award winning destination spa resort at Enchantment in Sedona, Arizona. In more recent years, Jackson has been based in her native country, Sweden, where she was the Managing Director at Raison d'Etre based in Stockholm. Raison d'Etre is a leader in creating some of the most well-known Spa & Wellness Brands around the world with a client list such as Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton and its sister company Six Senses Resorts & Spas. Annika is looking forward to becoming an active and contributing member of the Rancho Mirage community and engaging with destination marketing organizations such as the Chamber of Commerce and Visit Greater Palm Springs, as well as local philanthropic organizations.

Sensei
Rancho Mirage, California, United States
Development Rebranding

Newport Beach Marriott Reemerges as VEA Newport Beach, a Marriott Resort & Spa

Following an extensive transformation , VEA Newport Beach, a Marriott Resort & Spa, will officially debut this spring. Formerly the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa, the property is undergoing a complete top-to-bottom refresh, including new coastal-inspired luxury guest rooms, the introduction of two new suite categories, three newly imagined restaurant and bar concepts, a wellness focused spa and high-performance fitness center, expansive new indoor and outdoor event spaces, and a luxury destination pool experience.

Marriott
Newport Beach, California, United States
Appointment

Dave Stevens has been appointed as General Manager of Acacia House at Alila Napa Valley

Alila Napa Valley is delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Stevens as the General Manager of Acacia House. Helmed by celebrity chef and Top Chef Masters winner Chris Cosentino, Stevens joins the acclaimed culinary team behind some of the most inventive and exquisite cuisine in the Napa Valley region.Stevens brings over 14 years of hospitality and culinary experience to the world-class operat ions at Acacia House. Prior to joining Alila Napa Valley, Stevens held the Director of Rooftop Operations for Thompson Hotels in San Antonio, Texas. He also held positions at Thompson Hotels in Mexico, The Liaison Capitol Hill in Washington D.C., and The James Royal Palm in Miami Beach, Florida. In his previous roles, Stevens successfully executed inventive culinary offerings and improved overall service to guests by fostering strong customer relationships. Stevens promises that same energy to his new position as General Manager of Acacia House, continuing its legacy of high-class service and gourmet cuisine which epicurean guests have come to love.

Alila
St Helena, California, United States
Appointment

Adam Haverland has been appointed as Executive Chef at JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort

JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort appoints Chef Adam Haverland as its Executive Chef, leading the culinary program for multiple restaurants located throughout the resort. Opened in August 2020, the luxury AAA Four Diamond resort is located at the Anaheim GardenWalk, just steps from Disneyland and the Anaheim Convention Center, offering multiple dining options for guests and visitors alike.

Marriott
Anaheim, California, United States
Development Pipeline

Lightstone announces 2022 Opening for Dual-Branded AC/Moxy in Los Angeles

Located in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles, directly across the street from the LA Convention Center and Staples Center, the 37-story, mixed-use tower will consist of a dual-branded, 380-room Moxy hotel and a 347-room AC hotel. With 65,000 square feet of meeting rooms, restaurants, bars, and nightlife throughout, the Moxy and AC hotel will become a central entertainment and cultural hub within this vibrant central Downtown neighborhood. The development will feature a 6,000-square-foot landscaped pool deck and an unprecedented offering of 12 all-new restaurant and bar concepts designed by Basile Studio. On the 34th floor, AC's sky lobby will feature a garden-like terrace bar with panoramic views overlooking Downtown Los Angeles. The hotels will boast 13,000 square feet of meeting space also designed by Basile Studio. The property will also include over 22,000 square feet of premium digital and static signage, featuring the largest continuous full-motion digital display on the West Coast, and over 8,000 square feet of ground floor retail space

AC Hotels by Marriott
Los Angeles, California, United States
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Nico Mamon has been appointed as Director of Marketing at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Creative and inquisitive from a young age, Nico Mamon grew up in a positive and passionate environment. A mix of his organised and focused father and his eternal-optimist people-person mother, he was fortunate to travel extensively as a child, developing a curiosity for diverse cultures and communication channels along the way.

Four Seasons
Palo Alto, California, United States
Development Opening

Cambria Hotels Expands Golden State Footprint with Calabasas Opening

Cambria Hotels, an upscale brand franchised by Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), continues to expand in major markets across the country with the opening of the Cambria Hotel Calabasas. This marks Cambria's fifth franchised property in California, joining Cambria Hotel Anaheim Resort Area, Cambria Hotel LAX, Cambria Hotel Sonoma Wine Country and Cambria Hotel Napa Valley, which recently celebrated its grand opening.

Cambria Hotels
Calabasas, California, United States
Development Opening

Proper Hospitality Debuts Downtown Los Angeles Proper in Landmark Location

Last October, Proper Hospitality opens the latest addition to its growing portfolio of hospitality concepts, Downtown L.A. Proper. Set in a reimagined landmark building in the heart of Downtown's South Park District adjacent to the Fashion District, the 148-room destination showcases the vision of internationally acclaimed designer Kelly Wearstler through a design narrative that blends vintage elements from the property's historic roots with modern influences to create a hub for local creatives. James Beard Foundation Award-winners chef Suzanne Goin and restaurateur Caroline Styne bring the culinary program to life in three distinct spaces with signature restaurant Caldo Verde opening with the hotel this August.

Proper Hospitality
Los Angeles, California, United States
Appointment

Adam Heffron has been appointed as General Manager at Conrad Los Angeles

Adam Heffron has been named as the general manager of the new luxurious 305-room Conrad Los Angeles, scheduled to open in spring 2022 as Conrad Hotels & Resorts' first hotel in California and part of The Grand LA, Los Angeles' newest dynamic destination for shopping, dining and entertainment. A hospitality veteran with over 20 years of experience, Heffron joins Conrad Los Angeles from the award-winning Waldorf Astoria Park City in Utah, where he served as general manager since 2019.

Hilton
Los Angeles, California, United States
Appointment

Jerome Strack has been appointed as General Manager at Mar Monte Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The new Mar Monte Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, today announces the appointment of Jerome Strack as General Manager. In his new role, Strack will lead the hotel team and oversee all operations of the beachfront boutique luxury hotel, including property performance, guest experience, and human resource activities.

HEI Hotels
Santa Barbara, California, United States
Development Opening

tommie Hollywood Debuts Today in Los Angeles

Hyatt Hotels Corporation [NYSE: H] and Relevant Group today announced the opening of tommie Hollywood, a lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Hollywood near Sunset Boulevard. The property joins the JdV by Hyatt brand and appeals to the modern spirited traveler looking for authenticity, originality, and convenience. tommie Hollywood offers 212 guestrooms across nine floors and more than 15,000 square feet of dynamic food and beverage space including KA'TEEN, the hotel's feature restaurant by celebrated chef Wes Avila, and Desert 5 Spot, a 7,000-square-foot rooftop pool and lounge. This highly anticipated project is owned by Relevant Group in collaboration with Steinberg Hart for architecture and interior design from Studio Collective with Ten Five Hospitality managing food and beverage operations.

Hyatt
Los Angeles, California, United States
Development Renovation

Waterton Acquires Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa In Mammoth Lakes, Ca For Second Lifestyle Hotel Repositioning

Waterton, a Chicago-based national real estate investor and operator, today announced it has acquired The Sierra Nevada Resort & Spa, an independent hotel located in Mammoth Lakes, CA. Opened in 1970 and located at 164 Old Mammoth Rd. in Mammoth Lakes, the 151-key lifestyle hotel will undergo a full renovation and repositioning.

Waterton
Mammoth Lakes, California, United States
Appointment

Rhoda Magbitang has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resorts Collection

As the new Executive Chef for The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Rhoda Magbitang has quickly ascended through the ranks of the food & beverage industry, from starting in the Philippines cooking for her five siblings as part of her daily chores, to working for the likes of Jose Andres and Susanne Goin. Her first Executive Chef role was at the iconic Chateau Marmont, and most recently she held the same role at Petit Ermitage in Los Angeles. A sought-after culinary destination unto itself, all of Mattei's Tavern dining venues share a single thread: fresh, local California food with influences of ranch life.

Auberge Collection
Los Olivos, California, United States
Appointment

Dave Elcon has been appointed as General Manager at The Inn at Mattei’s Tavern, Auberge Resort Collection

With over 15 years of luxury hospitality experience, Dave Elcon's appointment stems from his success within Auberge Resorts Collection over the past three years. He quickly became a key contributor to the leadership of the brand and has been instrumental in the success of the many properties he has overseen during his tenure. In this new position, Dave will oversee all operations for the 6.5 acre property. Prior to The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, he held positions with Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection and Vista Collina Resort, both located in Napa Valley. He is an avid fitness enthusiast, loves the outdoors, and most of all spending time with his wife Anne and 4-year-old daughter, Audrey.

Auberge Collection
Los Olivos, California, United States