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William Burpitt has been appointed as General Manager at Arlo Williamsburg

Arlo Hotels has appointed William Burpitt as General Manager of Arlo Williamsburg, the brand's latest property to join the portfolio. Coming from a family of hotel owners and operators in the United Kingdom, Burpitt brings to Arlo not only his personal hospitality experience but also his academics from his time studying hospitality management at Bournemouth University. He continued his career by moving overseas to work for various hotel brands throughout the U.S. and the Caribbean, including Belmond hotels in Charleston, South Carolina, and St. Martin and other hotels in Miami, New England and NYC.

Arlo Hotels
Brooklyn, New York, United States
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Richard Tucker has been promoted to General Manager at Arlo SoHo

Richard Tucker, formerly Hotel Manager of Arlo Midtown, has been promoted to General Manager of Arlo SoHo. Throughout his distinguished career spanning over a decade, Tucker has left an indelible mark on each role he has undertaken. He has experience working with hotels ranging from 21 to 400+ keys, including Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Thompson Hotels, Highgate, Sightline Hospitality and Destination Hotels & Resorts. In his most recent role at Arlo Midtown, Tucker was instrumental in shaping the hotel's identity as a leading New York City hospitality destination and experience. In addition to his operational responsibilities, Tucker is an active participant in Arlo Hotels' Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Committee and initiatives. His commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace has been driving positive change within the organization and on-property, reflecting his enduring legacy as a leader with a social conscience.

Arlo Hotels
New York, New York, United States
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Mark Butler has been promoted to General Manager at Arlo Midtown

Replacing Stokes at Arlo Midtown and joining Arlo's promotion ranks is Mark Butler, formerly General Manager of Arlo NoMad. Butler joined Arlo NoMad in March 2021, where he oversaw the hotel's recovery from the pandemic, rebuilding corporate and leisure guest relationships and experience, which resulted in record annual average daily rates and gross operating profits. A native of Ireland, Butler has been recognized for developing and promoting team members and building executive teams, guest satisfaction and profitability. His two decades of global hospitality experience includes humble beginnings at Conrad hotels in Dublin and Chicago before joining Fitzpatrick New York in Manhattan and working under John Fitzpatrick, two-time Chairman of the Hotel Association of New York City. Among other international hospitality groups and hotels, Butler worked at the five-star Sofitel New York, Dalata Hotel Group (Ireland's largest hotel group) and Hilton Times Square until its closing in October 2020 due to COVID.

Arlo Hotels
New York, New York, United States
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Matthew Kristan has been appointed as General Manager at Canoe Place Inn & Cottages

Matthew Kristan will join in February as General Manager of the acclaimed Canoe Place Inn & Cottages in Hampton Bays, New York. Matthew brings 14 years of luxury hotel experience to this role with leadership roles spanning the famed NYC icon, The Carlyle, Four Seasons NYC, and the Mandarin Oriental NY. He was then brought on during the pre-opening phase as the opening Director of Housekeeping at the Equinox Hotel. At Canoe Place, he'll work to continue to build the reputation of the restored East End hotel while ensuring exceptional guest experiences.

Main Street Hospitality Group
Hampton Bays, New York, United States
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Uwe Kunz has been appointed as General Manager at Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace, one of the most prestigious luxury hotels in the heart of Manhattan, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Uwe Kunz as the new General Manager. With a remarkable career spanning 31 years in the global hospitality industry, Mr. Kunz brings a wealth of expertise, a track record of excellence, and a commitment to elevating the guest experience to his new role.

LOTTE Hotels & Resorts
New York, United States
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Oscar Gonzalez has been appointed as Food & Beverage Director at Hard Rock Hotel New York

Hard Rock Hotel New York is thrilled to announce the appointment of Oscar Gonzalez as their new Food & Beverage Director. With an illustrious career steeped in culinary innovation and a profound commitment to exceptional guest experiences, Gonzalez steps into this pivotal role after his successful tenure as the property's Executive Chef, bringing a wealth of expertise and visionary leadership to the esteemed property.

Hard Rock
New York, New York, United States
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Michael McGinley has been appointed as General Manager at Fouquet’s New York

With over 15 years of hospitality experience and crucial knowledge of the food and beverage industry, McGinley has held leadership positions at some of the most prestigious restaurants and hotels across the country. After completing his Bachelor's Degree from Fordham University, McGinley began his career in hospitality as a Dining Room Manager for CGM in 2005, which was the parent company for Ono at The Gansevoort, where he also handled hotel experiences for The Gansevoort and The Renaissance. He has since held various food and beverage positions, including Club Manager for B.B. King Blues Club, and General Manager of Jake's Steakhouse. In 2013, McGinley became the Director of Food & Beverage at Crosby Street Hotel, where he was eventually promoted to Assistant General Manager in 2016 and General Manager in 2021, where he remained until 2023.

Barriere Collection
New York, New York, United States
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Mathew Woolf has been appointed as Executive Chef at Fouquet’s New York

Executive Chef, Mathew Woolf will oversee the culinary team and menu development across the hotel's four food and beverage locations (Brasserie Fouquet's New York, Par Ici Café, Titsou Bar, and Le Vaux). Chef Woolf has cooked at a variety of some of the world's most renowned luxury hotels and restaurants, including Claridge's Hotel and The Ritz Hotel in London, Michelin-starred Restaurant Sixteen in Chicago, as well as California's WEST Hotel Angeleno, Gordon Ramsay restaurants, and Paligroup. In 2014, Chef Woolf was tapped as the Chef de Cuisine to reopen the iconic New York landmark, The Rainbow Room, where he remained until 2022 and then headed to the White Barn Inn in Maine, which is the only five-star five diamond restaurant in New england.

Barriere Collection
New York, New York, United States
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Megan Ferguson has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York

The Ritz-Carlton Central Park, New York - the iconic property located in Midtown Manhattan - is delighted to announce the appointment of Megan Ferguson as their new Director of Sales and Marketing. Stepping into the role from 22 January 2024, Megan brings over two decades of experience in ultra-luxury hospitality to this position.

Ritz-Carlton
New York, New York, United States
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Jimmy Sarfraz has been named General Manager at Conrad New York Midtown

Conrad New York Midtown announced the appointment of Jimmy Sarfraz as the general manager of the 562-room, luxury property located in the heart of Manhattan. Boasting more than 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry and with Hilton, Sarfraz joins Conrad New York Midtown from San Jose, California, where he most recently led the successful rebrand and opening of Signia by Hilton San Jose. In his new role, Sarfraz will oversee all aspects of hotel operations from the guest experience to food and beverage.

Conrad
New York, New York, United States
Development Opening

Shaner Hotel Group Opens the Inn at Bellefield in the Heart of New York’s Beautiful Hudson Valley

Shaner Hotel Group, LP, an award-winning international hotel owner and operator, has opened the Inn at Bellefield Residence Inn by Marriott International, a 136-room all-suite hotel. It is in the heart of New York's Hudson Valley at Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park, a $1 billion hospitality, agritourism and residential attraction being developed.

Residence Inn
Hyde Park, New York, United States
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Ascend Hotel Collection Opens NYC Hotel

Choice's Ascend Hotel Collection has just opened a new hotel In New York City - the Mayfair Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection. The seven-story, 77-room property is situated in the heart of New York City's Theatre District. Located adjacent to Broadway's renowned Eugene O'Neill, Ambassador, Gershwin and Barrymore theaters, guests will be a short walk from Times Square, Hell's Kitchen, and other popular NYC attractions. The property was recently renovated, but maintains the historic hotel's stunning original style.

Ascend Hotel Collection
New York, New York, United States
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Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park’s First Hotel, Inn at Bellefield, Opening January 2024

Bellefield at Historic Hyde Park, a $1 billion, world-class hospitality, agritourism and residential destination located directly across from the Culinary Institute of America, will soon conclude construction of its first structure, the Inn at Bellefield Residence Inn by Marriott International, a 137-room all-suite hotel with sophisticated amenities that will provide an elite lodging experience. The Inn at Bellefield is now accepting reservations starting January 14, 2024 and expects to welcome its first guests shortly thereafter. The Inn at Bellefield is a $55 million project developed by T-Rex Capital Group, LLC, in partnership with Shaner Hotel Group, LP, an award-winning international hotel owner and operator. It is the first of two hotels the completed development will offer.

Residence Inn
Hyde Park, New York, United States
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MGM Resorts Unveils Vision for MGM Empire City

MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) today unveiled its vision to transition Empire City Casino by MGM Resorts into a world-class entertainment destination, MGM Empire City, if awarded a commercial casino license for its historic Yonkers, New York site. Key elements of the phase one design include a comprehensive casino floor redevelopment and expansion, 5,000-capacity entertainment venue, state-of-the-art BetMGM sportsbook, food and beverage outlets by celebrated chefs, cocktail bars and lounges, technologically advanced meeting spaces and more.

MGM Resorts International
Yonkers, New York, United States
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David Joo has been appointed as Executive Chef at Thompson Central Park New York

Thompson Central Park New York announces today the appointment of David Joo as the hotel's Executive Chef, overseeing culinary direction for the luxury lifestyle property's renowned food and beverage program, from the signature restaurant Parker's, curating the offering in the exclusive Upper Stories Lounge, to in-room dining, catering and events.

Hyatt
New York, New York, United States
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Denise Luna has been appointed as General Manager at Virgin Hotels New York City

Virgin Hotels New York City, part of the luxury-lifestyle hotel brand by Sir Richard Branson, is pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Luna as General Manager. In her new role, Denise will oversee the operations of the 460-room hotel located in the heart of Manhattan's NoMad neighborhood. She will manage all departments, strategic planning, team development, and community engagement to further establish the hotel as a premier destination for both New Yorkers and out of town visitors, and continue ensuring the highest level of guest satisfaction and quality of service.

Virgin Hotels
New York, New York, United States