WASHINGTON, DC (July 14, 2022) – Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf is pleased to announce today the appointments of Alexander Schnoeller to the role of director of operations and Kate Thompson to the role of director of sales and marketing. Schnoeller and Thompson collectively bring more than 30 years of hospitality experience and will play an integral part in the opening and future success of the brand’s waterfront property in Washington DC.
“We’re pleased to welcome Alex and Kate to our team where their collective experience will undoubtedly contribute to the success of our opening and build the foundation for years to come,” says Pascal Forotti, general manager of Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf. “With their wealth of knowledge, expertise, and relationships, we are looking forward to debuting the property in the nation’s capital and are confident that our executive team will exceed in delivering the high-touch experiences expected when visiting a Pendry hotel.”
As director of operations, Schnoeller will oversee each department to drive profit and customer satisfaction goals, while also upholding and maintaining Pendry brand standards. Schnoeller brings 13 years of industry experience holding a variety of leadership positions, most recently as director of food and beverage at both JW Marriott in Nashville and Nobu Hospitality, Eden Rock.
A seasoned industry veteran with more than 20 years of hospitality experience, Thompson brings a wealth of knowledge directing and managing teams within corporate hotel groups, in addition to luxury boutique properties. Thompson most recently served as area director of sales for Viceroy Washington D.C. and Hotel Zena, a Viceroy Urban Retreat. At Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf, Thompson will lead implementation of strategic sales, marketing and communications plans to position the property as a top, luxury destination.
Located along The Wharf, a mile-long waterfront destination set on the Potomac River and DC’s newest landmark, housing an exciting collection of restaurants, shops, live events and entertainment, Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf will offer a modern and sophisticated design that will pay tribute to the city’s rich history and timeless style. With designs by ODA and interiors by DesignAgency, Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf will feature 131 guestrooms, including 38 spacious suites, three food and beverage concepts including a signature Bar Pendry, a destination pool deck with an indoor/outdoor restaurant, a rooftop lounge and bar, Spa Pendry and state-of-the-art fitness center, a curated art collection, and more than 7,500-square-feet of meeting and event space. Pendry Washington DC – The Wharf is now accepting reservations beginning in November.
For more information, please visit www.pendry.com/washington-dc; or follow on social @pendryhotels and @pendrywharfdc.
