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Cabot Appoints Kristine Thompson as Chief Executive Officer of Cabot Saint Lucia
Cabot | August 14, 2020
TORONTO, CANADA (August 13, 2020) – Cabot, the developer and operator of master-planned golf resort communities, announced today that Kristine Thompson will join Cabot Saint Lucia as Chief Executive Officer in September. In her new role, Thompson will oversee all aspects of the new Cabot Saint Lucia resort currently in development. “With extensive leadership experience at prominent international companies, Kristine brings a wealth of experience to our Cabot team,” said Ben Cowan-Dewar, CEO and Co-founder of Cabot. “We are thrilled to have her on board as we forge the next chapter for our brand at Cabot Saint Lucia.” Cabot Sain
Sonesta Names Steven “Marty” Grant as Area Director Sales, Marketing & Revenue
August 14, 2020
Newton, MA (August 14, 2020) – Sonesta International Hotels Corporation today announced the appointment of Steve “Marty” Grant as Area Director, Sales, Marketing & Revenue. In this role, he will directly manage the sales team and oversee marketing and revenue efforts on behalf of The Clift Royal Sonesta San Francisco and Sonesta Silicon Valley. He will report directly to Blair McSheffrey, Vice President of Global & Hotel Sales. Grant is an accomplished hotel sales leader and familiar with both hotel markets. Prior to his role at Sonesta, he was the Complex Director of Sales at Hilton San Francisco Union Square and Park 55 plu
Nobu Hotel London Portman Square to Open November 2020
Nobu Hotel London Portman Square | August 14, 2020
Nobu Hotel London Portman Square is set to open its doors in November 2020. Thoughtfully designed, the new hotel will feature a Nobu Restaurant, bar and outdoor terrace, plus a 600-person ballroom, gym, wellness facilities and meeting spaces. Nobu Hotel London Portman Square will apply a contemporary approach to both aesthetics and hospitality, taking inspiration from Japanese architectural disciplines and minimalist design, whilst utilizing a refined color palette influenced by heritage Japanese color combinations. Award-winning David Collins Studio is responsible for the hotel’s common spaces, including; the lobby, lobby lounge, No
SmartHands DISPENSERS & SANITIZERS: A WINNING COMBINATION
Minibar Systems | August 14, 2020
Rockville, MD - Minibar Systems is pleased to announce our new SmartHands dispensers are now available for hotels and can soon be purchased online at SmartHands.MinibarSystems.com. The SmartHands™ hand sanitizer contains 80% Ethanol Alcohol which exceeds the CDC standard and kills 99.99% of harmful germs and bacteria. Aloe vera leaf extract is added to help aid and moisturize skin after application. Please visit the website for additional product information and ordering information. FDA Approved 80% Alcohol Hand Sanitizer Kills 99.99% Of Germs & Bacteria 80% Ethanol Alcohol – Exceeds CDC Guidelines 1 Liter Bag Provides
Hotel Quality Lab: Exploring Service Excellence
August 13, 2020
Against the backdrop of relentlessly evolving consumer demands and technological disruption, what does service quality mean today? What is required to maintain the prerequisite momentum? And how can hoteliers reconcile brand standards with the varying needs and expectations of guests from around the world? Helping us find the answers to these questions and more, Richard Leuenberger, Managing Director of Badrutt’s Palace in St. Moritz, joins us on a journey of discovery through service excellence. Service excellence credentials The success of Leuenberger’s approach to service quality speaks for itself. Under his stewardship, Badrutt’
Prism Hotels & Resorts Completes Renovations of NYLO Las Colinas and NYLO Dallas/Plano Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Prism Hotels & Resorts | August 13, 2020
DALLAS, Aug. 13, 2020 – Dallas-based Prism Hotels & Resorts, an award-winning, full service hotel management, investment and advisory services company, announced today that its NYLO Las Colinas and NYLO Dallas/Plano Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotels, have completed extensive renovations that initially begun in early 2020. The completion of these notable renovations is another example of how the company has continued to drive results for owners across the portfolio, even amid a challenging global pandemic. Prism Hotels and Resorts’ President and CEO Steve Van made the announcement. Prism continues to work closely with the expert
The Westin Anaheim Resort Appoints Executive Team Ahead of October Opening
The Westin Anaheim Resort | August 13, 2020
ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 13, 2020) – Opening this October 2020, The Westin Anaheim Resort is pleased to announce its core executive team to lead the brand new 618-room hotel. Featuring a modern design that was inspired by Anaheim’s historic orange grove roots before Disneyland opened in 1955, The Westin Anaheim Resort will be a relaxing haven of wellness and renewal while being located directly across Disneyland Resort and steps away from some of Southern California’s most popular attractions including Angel Stadium of Anaheim, the Honda Center and the Anaheim Convention Center. The seasoned leadership team will bring th
The Carver Companies Announce Expanded Perks Program for Consultants
The Carver Companies | August 13, 2020
ATLANTA, GA – August 13, 2020 – In response to the current environment’s impact on hospitality professionals, hospitality infrastructure powerhouse, The Carver Companies launched CarverPerks, a program designed to help their consultants with some of their most significant needs. “We wanted to find ways to help our consultants with their health and financial needs, and while we recognize they are independent contractors, our goal is to broaden the advantages that we can offer them above other Task Force companies,” said The Carver Companies CEO Joel Carver. “And to also give them the very best package of perks in the industry.