(New Orleans, LA; October 20, 2016)—Joie de Vivre Hotels announces the seasoned executive team leading the charge at The Troubadour, the first property in the south for the boutique hotel brand. Opening later this year in the Central Business District, the 184-room hotel celebrates the spirit of The Big Easy with its historic address, musical energy, locally-rooted cuisine, fun-loving design, and one-of-a-kind amenities. Spearheaded by General Manager Wayne Hendricks, Director of Sales and Marketing Kristi Artigues, and Director of Food and Beverage Tabitha Williams, the team boasts decades of combined experience in hotels and restaurants, an intimate knowledge of New Orleans, and a unique understanding of what creates a specialized guest experience.
General Manager Wanye Hendricks will oversee The Troubadour’s strategic development, serving as day-to-day leadership and providing oversight for all aspects of operations including sales, employee and guest relations, and revenue management. Hendricks brings over two decades of experience in hotel management to The Troubadour, having worked for Wyndham Hotels and Sterling Hospitality Management in Arizona, as well as luxury properties in Colorado, including Mountain Lodge Telluride and Hotel Telluride. Prior to joining Joie de Vivre Hotels, Hendricks served as general manager for the Royal St. Charles Hotel in New Orleans, where he increased guest and employee satisfaction, and raised occupancy rates to record levels. Through hands-on management, Hendricks will guide his team at The Troubadour to deliver a tailored and memorable experience for each guest.
Director of Sales and Marketing Kristi Artigues will oversee The Troubadour’s sales and marketing teams, and is responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to achieve the hotel’s objectives. A Louisiana native, Artigues has over 20 years of experience in the New Orleans market, having worked for Hilton Hotels & Resorts, as well as Marriott Hotels, where she developed relationships with key accounts, exceeded sales goals, and generated brand awareness. Most recently, she was the director of sales and marketing for The Hotel Modern New Orleans.
Director of Food and Beverage Tabitha Williams will oversee all food and beverage operations for The Troubadour’s restaurant and bar concepts, with a laser-focus on providing high-caliber culinary experiences and maintaining exceptional guest satisfaction. Williams boasts over 19 years in the hospitality industry, having served on food and beverage management teams for a number of hotels including Waldorf Astoria New York and Hard Rock Hotel Chicago. Throughout her career, Williams has spearheaded a team of over 104 employees, planned and supervised mass-scale events, and implemented innovative bar programs at a variety of outlets.
The Troubadour, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, will debut in a 17-story landmark building in New Orleans’ Central Business District. The 184-room boutique hotel will feature 830 square feet of flexible meeting space in the “Highball” and “Snifter” rooms, as well as 723 square feet of pre-function space. The Troubadour will also feature the culinary creations of local Chef Phillip Lopez at the hotel’s signature restaurant, Petit Lion, and rooftop bar, Monkey Board.
For more information, please visit http://www.jdvhotels.com/hotels/louisiana/new-orleans-hotels/the-troubadour/
