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Ilemona Salifu Appointed Director of Sales, Events and Marketing for Baltimore’s Hotel Revival
Hotel Revival | August 18, 2020
Baltimore, MD – Hotel Revival, an award-winning, Hyatt-managed Joie de Vivre hotel located in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, is pleased to welcome hotel industry veteran Ilemona Salifu as director of sales, events and marketing. Salifu is taking on this new role in addition to his current position as director of sales, events and marketing at Hyatt Regency Baltimore. “Ilemona is a natural leader with a proven track record of establishing and maintaining relationships with clients and colleagues,” said Donte Johnson, general manager of Hotel Revival. “He not only delivers results, but he leads by ex...
Ambassador Chicago Names Jenna Haymond as Director of Sales and Marketing
Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel | June 23, 2020
CHICAGO (June 23, 2020) — Ambassador Chicago, a Joie de Vivre Hotel, today announces the appointment of Jenna Haymond to director of sales and marketing. Haymond brings over a decade of hotel experience and expertise in boutique hospitality to her new role. “Jenna is an Illinois native and has dedicated her career to fostering a strong hospitality community at properties throughout the state,” says Katharine Degoma, general manager of Ambassador Chicago. “I can’t think of a person better suited to lead one of Chicago’s most iconic hotels. She brings a positive energy and creativity to every aspect of her job.” Prior to ...
Hotel Revival Appoints Donte Johnson as General Manager
Hotel Revival | July 8, 2019
Baltimore, MD— Hotel Revival, a Joie de Vivre hotel located in the heart of Baltimore’s historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, is pleased to announce the appointment of Donte Johnson as general manager. As general manager, Johnson is responsible for overseeing and executing hotel and property operations, including staff management, guest satisfaction and community relations. Johnson brings nearly two decades of industry experience to the year-old Hotel Revival. He began his career in 2001 with Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants and has since held several positions including concierge, director of guest services, area revenue manager, ass...
Hyatt Launches New Lifestyle Division Following Its Fall 2018 Acquisition of Two Roads Hospitality Brands
Hyatt Hotels Corporation | May 23, 2019
CHICAGO (May 23, 2019) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the organization of a new, dedicated lifestyle division, which brings together Hyatt's and former Two Roads Hospitality's lifestyle brands, including Andaz, Alila, Hyatt Centric, Joie de Vivre Hotels, Thompson Hotels and tommie. Announced as global head of lifestyle operations, Frederic Flageat-Simon, former CEO of Two Roads Hospitality Asia, is responsible for developing the global operations strategy for Hyatt's new lifestyle division, working in partnership with the Global Commercial Services organization to drive enhanced operational and financial performanc...
Oakland’s Waterfront Hotel, A Joie De Vivre Property, Reveals Multi-Million Dollar Refresh and Appoints New General Manager
Joie de Vivre Hotels | May 1, 2019
(OAKLAND, Calif.; May 1, 2019)—Waterfront Hotel (10 Washington St., Oakland, Calif.), located in the vibrant neighborhood of Jack London Square, reveals a multi-million dollar refresh. In collaboration with Oakland-based design firm Studio Hatch, the marinafront lifestyle hotel's renovations enhance the lobby and collective spaces, meeting venues, as well as 145 guestrooms and suites. Waterfront Hotel now adorns a modernized finish, incorporating a lighter color palette and materials inspired by its maritime location. Waterfront Hotel features an inviting, cozy interior with subtle nautical influences. Surrounded by panoramic view...
Hotel Revival Welcomes Scott Hines as Executive Chef and Lindsay Chapon as Director of Food & Beverage
Hotel Revival | March 13, 2019
Baltimore, MD – Hotel Revival, a Joie de Vivre hotel located in the heart of Baltimore's historic Mount Vernon neighborhood, is pleased to welcome Scott Hines as the new executive chef and Lindsay Chapon as the director of food and beverage. The two will collaborate to bring new life to the hotel's food and beverage program, which includes Topside, Square Meal and B-Side Cocktails and Karaoke as well as private events and room service. "It's such an exciting time for both of these industry experts to join the Hotel Revival team," said Beth Brainard, general manager of Hotel Revival. "We look forward to seeing them apply their expe...
Hyatt and S.D. Malkin Properties, Inc. Celebrate the Groundbreaking of Two Beachfront Hotels in Oceanside, California
Hyatt Hotels Corporation | February 6, 2019
SAN DIEGO (February 6, 2019) – Hyatt and S.D. Malkin Properties, Inc., an innovative developer and owner of iconic retail, hotel, and entertainment destinations, today will hold a groundbreaking ceremony in Oceanside, California on the site where two new properties are expected to open under the Joie de Vivre Hotels and Destination Hotels brands in late 2020. The adjacent hotels together will be the largest oceanfront development in San Diego County in over a decade. Located at the hub of Oceanside's booming renaissance, the 2.75-acre new-build project along Mission Avenue and North Pacific Street will offer guests immediate beach...
Joie de Vivre Appoints Christopher Shiel as Director of Sales and Marketing for Hotel 50 Bowery
Joie de Vivre Hotels | October 17, 2018
(New York, NY; October 17, 2018) - Joie de Vivre Hotels has announced the appointment of Christopher Shiel as Director of Sales and Marketing of Hotel 50 Bowery . In his role, Shiel oversees all sales and marketing efforts for the hotel group's first Manhattan address, including planning and implementing innovative strategies and development initiatives to drive revenues from group, business and leisure clientele, while getting word out about the Joie de Vivre brand in the competitive Manhattan market. Shiel joined Hotel 50 Bowery from Refinery Hotel in the Garment District of Manhattan, where he was Director of Sales and Marketing ...
