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Edward Apodaca has been appointed as General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson today announced the appointment of Edward Apodaca as General Manager for the 225-room property.Apodaca was previously Director of Operations at The Westin Los Angeles Airport. He led the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) Integration process into Marriott, owners of the Starwood and Westin brands. He provided operational leadership excellence to seamlessly integrate into Marriott culture and ecosystems, and drove positive results in key areas including profitability, associate engagement and guest intent to recommend. Prior to The Westin, Apodaca was General Manager at the Residence Inn by Marriott in Long Beach, Calif.; where he developed the vision, mission statement and strategic plan for the hotel. His hospitality positions have taken him from General Manager at the Courtyard by Marriott in El Segundo, Calif., to Director of Services at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott.He studied at the University of Sou thern California from 1989-1993 and attended the LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy at Loyola Marymount University in 2013. Apodaca has completed professional development courses in the Leadership Excellence Program, Emerging Leaders Program and Foundations of Leadership, among others.

Hilton
Carson, California, United States
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Edward Apodaca has been appointed as General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Carson today announced the appointment of Edward Apodaca as General Manager for the 225-room property.Apodaca was previously Director of Operations at The Westin Los Angeles Airport. He led the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) Integration process into Marriott, owners of the Starwood and Westin brands. He provided operational leadership excellence to seamlessly integrate into Marriott culture and ecosystems and drove positive results in key areas including profitability, associate engagement and guest intent to recommend. Prior to The Westin, Apodaca was General Manager at the Residence Inn by Marriott in Long Beach, Calif.; where he developed the vision, mission statement and strategic plan for the hotel. His hospitality positions have taken him from General Manager at the Courtyard by Marriott in El Segundo, Calif., to Director of Services at the Los Angeles Airport Marriott.He studied at the University of Southern California from 1989-1993 and attended the LAX Coastal Chamber of Commerce Leadership Academy at Loyola Marymount University in 2013. Apodaca has completed professional development courses in the Leadership Excellence Program, Emerging Leaders Program and Foundations of Leadership, among others.DoubleTree by Hilton Carson is about 100 miles from San Diego by car, 12 miles south of Los Angeles International Airport and only 5 miles north of Long Beach Airport. The hotel is the perfect location in the South Bay area of Los Angeles in the vicinity of Interstates 105, 110, 405, 605, and 710, and state routes 1, 22, 57 and 91.A wide variety of local attractions keep DoubleTree by Hilton Carson guests engaged including the StubHub Center Sports and Entertainment Complex, Los Angeles Dodgers Stadium, Angel Stadium of Anaheim, Staples Center, Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Rose Bowl, Aquarium of the Pacific, Disneyland, Universal Studios and miles of beaches and the Pacific Ocean.

Hilton
Carson, California, United States
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Greg Guthrie has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Maya – a DoubleTree by Hilton

Ensemble Hotel Partners today announced the appointment of Greg Guthrie as General Manager for Hotel Maya - a DoubleTree by Hilton.Ensemble Hotel Partners in Long Beach, Calif., owns and manages Hotel Maya - a DoubleTree by Hilton.Guthrie now oversees the operation of the 199-room resort that includes Fuego, the 226-seat Latin-infused indoor-outdoor restaurant and lounge; and 30,000 square-feet of indoor-outdoor meetings and events space that includes the Lagunita waterfront pavilion and Vista Del Mar pre-function, outdoor area.From 2015 to 2018, Guthrie was General Manager at the 225-room DoubleTree by Hilton Carson, a full-service suburban hotel with 7,500-square-feet of banquet space. Under his leadership, the property was a Top 5 percent rated guest service hotel Doubletree Americas. His management staff was recognized as the Sales Team of the Year 2015, Doubletree by Hilton, Americas; and Travel with Purpose Award 2017 Doubletree by Hilton, Americas.Guthrie spent the previous four years as Hotel Manager at Hotel Maya. His responsibilities included overseeing all Hotel operations including food and beverage and the rooms department.Prior to Hotel Maya, Guthrie has held a variety of hotel positions including Director of Food and Beverage at Kyoto Grand Hotel in Los Angeles and Sheraton Cerritos in Cerritos, Calif. His hospitality career has taken him from San Diego and San Francisco to Chicago and Columbus.He received a Bachelor of Science, Business Management and Marketing, from Northern Michigan University. Guthrie has completed several training and certificate programs including CARE President DoubleTree Guest Service; Train the Trainer DoubleTree Hotels; Service Champion Starwood Hotels and Resorts; Customer Focused Catering I & II Hilton Corporation; and Hilton Internal Control.And to fulfill the culinary call, there's Fuego restaurant, the modern, Latin-infused indoor-outdoor restaurant and lounge, that offers a unique seaside setting featuring 13-foot-tall glass walls that fully retract with seating inside and on the patio area. Fuego's stunning open-air views include the Pacific Ocean, Long Beach skyline and Queen Mary.

Hilton
Long Beach, California, United States
Development Renovation

Carneros Resort and Spa in Napa Valley Reveals Cottage Renovations And New Aviation Guest Arrival Experience

Carneros Resort and Spa, a luxury resort in Napa Valley, completes its renovation to all 94 cottages and suites. The resort now boasts extensive interior and exterior upgrades to complement its modern farmhouse theme and premiere location in wine country, including redesigned interior bedrooms, living rooms, and bathrooms, upgraded outdoor terrace amenities, and new gas fire pits. This multi-pronged renovation follows a complete spa renovation in July 2018.

Carneros Resort and Spa
Napa, California, United States
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Martha Marquez has been appointed as General Manager at Homewood Suites by Hilton – Aliso Viejo/Laguna Beach hotel

Hospitality firm Stonebridge Companies is thrilled to advance the management teams at its properties with the promotion of Martha Marques as general manager. With a proud commitment to invest in its associates, Stonebridge Companies - Denver-based, privately owned, innovative hotel owner, operator and developer - focuses on associate investment with its latest round of promotions. With a national portfolio of more than 50 hotels with select-service, extended-stay, mid-scale and full-service offerings, Stonebridge Companies supports and recognizes its team members' success through professional progression.

Stonebridge Companies
Aliso Viejo, California, United States
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Keno Rodriguez has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Place – San Francisco/Downtown

Hospitality firm Stonebridge Companies is thrilled to advance the management teams at its properties with the promotion of Keno Rodriguez as general manager. With a proud commitment to invest in its associates, Stonebridge Companies - Denver-based, privately owned, innovative hotel owner, operator and developer - focuses on associate investment with its latest round of promotions. With a national portfolio of more than 50 hotels with select-service, extended-stay, mid-scale and full-service offerings, Stonebridge Companies supports and recognizes its team members' success through professional progression.

Stonebridge Companies
San Francisco, California, United States
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Ashley Lopez has been appointed as General Manager at Stonebridge Companies’ Hampton Inn & Suites – Anaheim/Garden Grove

Hospitality firm Stonebridge Companies is thrilled to advance the management teams at its properties with the promotion of Ashley Lopez in her general manager role. With a proud commitment to invest in its associates, Stonebridge Companies - Denver-based, privately owned, innovative hotel owner, operator and developer - focuses on associate investment with its latest round of promotions. With a national portfolio of more than 50 hotels with select-service, extended-stay, mid-scale and full-service offerings, Stonebridge Companies supports and recognizes its team members' success through professional progression.

Stonebridge Companies
Garden Grove, California, United States
Development Groundbreaking

Radisson Blu Is Set To Open Its Fourth U.S. Hotel In Anaheim

Radisson Blu, the upper upscale hotel brand from Radisson Hotel Group, brings its fourth United States location to Anaheim, Calif. BPM Real Estate Group and Radisson Hotel Group broke ground on the planned four-star, luxury resort hotel on November 30, with plans to open in mid-2020. Prominently located near the Anaheim Resort district on Interstate 5, Radisson Blu Anaheim will be within walking distance to Disneyland resort's east entrance and the soon to be open Star Wars Theme Park, along with many renowned Anaheim event venues. The hotel will support the growth of the Disney experience and complement Anaheim's leadership in the tourism industry.

Radisson Blu
Anaheim, California, United States
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Bernd Pichler has been appointed as General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe

The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Tahoe, located mid-mountain at Northstar California Resort, is pleased to announce the new appointment of Bernd Pichler as hotel manager. Pichler joins the luxury mountain resort with more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry and an impressive background in sales and operations spanning internationally.

Marriott
Lake Tahoe, California, United States
Development Renovation

The Shoal at La Jolla Beach to Celebrate its Grand Opening on December 21st; Multi-Million Dollar Renovation Complete

After a massive multi-million dollar renovation, The Shoal at La Jolla Beach announced today its grand opening is set for Saturday, December 21st, but currently welcoming guests to experience the new property now. Originally built in 1956, this latest renovation is the most extensive upgrade in the property's history. Completely transformed from a traditional Travelodge to a luxurious boutique hotel, The Shoal is primed for both business travelers and vacationers. Rebuilt from the hotel's original structural bones, The Shoal was redesigned with a focus on environmental sustainability. The renovations include using recycled building materials, installing energy efficient plumbing, and introducing initiatives that will help to drastically reduce plastic waste.

The Shoal La Jolla Beach
San Diego, California, United States
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Donald Stamets has been appointed as General Manager at Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection is pleased to announce the appointment of hospitality expert and proven leader, Donald Stamets as General Manager. In his new position, Stamets will oversee all operations of the 89-room resort including the highly acclaimed Solbar restaurant and award-winning Spa Solage located in the heart of Calistoga situated on 22 acres and surrounded by sweeping views of the Palisades and Mayacamas mountains and picturesque vineyards.

Auberge Collection
Calistoga, California, United States
Development Opening

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced, California Is Now Open

Marriott International's TownePlace Suites by Marriott Merced is scheduled to open for business on Thursday, November 22, 2018. On average, a TownePlace Suites opens every six days. Built for travelers looking for a simple and friendly place where they can settle in, keep their routine, and easily connect to the Merced area. The new hotel located at 229 South Parsons Avenue, will operate as a Marriott franchise, owned by Shiv Properties LLC and managed by Twenty Four Seven Hotels of Newport Beach, California. This is the fifth TownePlace Suites property in the Twenty Four Seven Hotels portfolio.

TownePlace Suites
Merced, California, United States
Development Rebranding

Monarch Beach Resort, Dana Point, California, United States of America

The AAA Five Diamond-rated Monarch Beach Resort is a captivating seaside getaway set on Orange County's Dana Point coastline, midway between San Diego and Los Angeles. Known for its luxurious beach house hospitality, the resort features beautifully- appointed guest rooms and suites with spacious living areas and private balconies to take in the ocean breeze. Resort guests enjoy access to a private beach club featuring water sports and ocean-front dining. Monarch Beach Resort is home to the Miraval Life in Balance Spa, offering a host of classes, programs and signature spa treatments. Designed by legendary golf architect Robert Trent Jones, Jr., the Monarch Beach Golf Links invites guests to play an exhilarating round on its award-winning, 18-hole oceanfront course.

Worldhotels
Dana Point, California, United States