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The Hollywood Roosevelt Appoints Peter Hansen as Director of Operations, Food and Beverage
The Hollywood Roosevelt | January 30, 2018
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (January 30, 2018) – Journal Hotels announced today the appointment of Peter Hansen to Director of Operations, Food and Beverage at The Hollywood Roosevelt. In this role, Hansen will provide strategic leadership for the hotel's food and beverage outlets including Public Kitchen & Bar, 25 Degrees and Tropicana Pool Café. Hansen will oversee all front-of-house and back-of-house development of all concepts and menus at the iconic hotel as well as in-room dining. "Peter's knowledge and experience as a restaurateur working alongside esteemed hospitality groups in New York make him an asset to The Hollywoo...
Built in 1926, the Iconic Ambassador Chicago Debuts Following Restoration
Journal Hotels | July 27, 2017
CHICAGO, July 27, 2017 -- Journal Hotels, a management company, today announced the debut of Ambassador Chicago restoring the legendary property to its historic identity. Built in 1926, Ambassador Chicago draws inspiration from the city's Golden Age, having served as a local mainstay to celebrity icons such as Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor. With deep historical roots in the Windy City, Ambassador Chicago will pay homage to the city's storied past through thoughtful programming and elegant design. Nestled within the illustrious Gold Coast neighborhood, Ambassador Chicago offers breathtaking views of Lake Mich...
The Hollywood Roosevelt Appoints Kendall Viola as Director of Sales
The Hollywood Roosevelt | July 24, 2017
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (July 25, 2017) – Journal Hotels announced today the appointment of Kendall Viola to director of sales at The Hollywood Roosevelt. In this role Viola will be responsible for the leadership of all sales initiatives to drive revenue at the iconic hotel as it celebrates its 90th anniversary this year, developing strategic new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for guest and group needs. "Kendall has a wealth of experience in hospitality and we feel very fortunate to have her join us at this exciting time for the hotel," said Don A. Jacinto, managing director of The Hollywood Roosevelt. "Since...
Journal Hotels Appoints Don A. Jacinto as Managing Director
June 29, 2017
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (June 2017) – Journal Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Don A. Jacinto to Managing Director. In this role, Jacinto will be responsible for the continued success of The Hollywood Roosevelt in Los Angeles as it celebrates its 90th anniversary this year and the historic, boutique Hotel G in San Francisco's Union Square. "I am thrilled to be returning to the West Coast and rejoining Stephen Brandman, an industry visionary, as he grows Journal Hotels," said Jacinto. With over 15 years of experience in luxury hotel management, Jacinto joins Journal Hotels with an extensive and knowledgeable background ...
Journal Hotels Appoints Stephen Brandman as Chief Executive Officer
Journal Hotels | April 12, 2017
Los Angeles, California (April 12, 2017) - Journal Hotels, a management company created by the owners of the Hollywood Roosevelt, today announced the company has once again partnered up with Stephen Brandman as Chief Executive Officer. Brandman had previously served an integral role at the iconic Hollywood Roosevelt when it launched under Thompson Hotels. In his new role as CEO, Mr. Brandman will oversee and direct the operations of Journal Hotels, which includes properties located in: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Palm Springs and Chicago. Additionally, Brandman will help grow the brand in strategic locations and new markets. Mr. Brandma...
