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Misty Ross Joins OTO Development as Vice President, Sales & Marketing
OTO Development | June 12, 2024
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA (Tuesday, June 11, 2024) — Misty Ross has joined OTO Development as Vice President, Sales & Marketing, bringing a wealth of industry expertise and a well-earned reputation for excellence. OTO Development, part of The Johnson Group, is a private company that develops, owns, and operates upscale select-service hotels throughout the continental United States. In her new role, Ross will oversee business development, revenue generation, and profit maximization across OTO’s owned and managed hotel portfolios. “Misty is a dynamic addition to OTO Development, bringing both enthusiasm and expertise to our lead...
DoubleTree Beach Resort by Hilton Completes Extensive Renovation in North Redington Beach
OTO Development | March 21, 2024
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA and NORTH REDINGTON BEACH, FLORIDA (Wednesday, March 21, 2024) — DoubleTree Beach Resort by Hilton has completed an extensive renovation project in North Redington Beach, Florida. “We’re kicking off the season with a fresh new look,” says General Manager Mike Hook. “This is a great time to visit our property. Guests will love the beach-elegant vibe, the resort amenities and, as ever, our ideal position just 150 feet from the Gulf of Mexico.” Nestled on Central Florida’s west coast, DoubleTree Beach Resort Tampa Bay-North Redington Beach underwent a floor-to-ceiling upfit that delivered radiant h...
OTO and Simon Property Group Open AC Hotel Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center in Florida
AC Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center | March 11, 2024
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA (Friday, March 11, 2024) — AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, has opened its newest property, bringing the signature AC Hotel experience to Florida’s First Coast. AC Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center — located within Northeast Florida’s premier outdoor shopping, dining, and lifestyle destination — welcomed its first guests on Wednesday, March 6. The four-story hotel comprises 118 sophisticated, modern guest rooms; a well-equipped fitness center; 1,500 square feet of flexible meeting space, including a private boardroom; an activ...
Matt McClelland Joins OTO Development as Chief Operating Officer
OTO Development | January 15, 2024
Hospitality veteran brings three decades of dynamic experience to hotelier’s C-suite SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA (Monday, January 15, 2024) — Matt McClelland has joined OTO Development as chief operating officer, bringing a dynamic depth and breadth of operations experience to the hotelier’s C-suite. He replaces former COO David Ward, who retired on December 31 after 18 years with the company. OTO Development, part of The Johnson Group, owns and/or operates approximately 65 select-service and lifestyle hotels across the country, many with proprietary restaurant concepts. McClelland will oversee operations across the company, wi...
AC Hotels by Marriott Unveils New Hotel in the Heart of Naples
AC Hotel by Marriott Naples 5th Avenue | December 18, 2023
Doors Open to a Curated Guest Experience in Southwest Florida AC Hotels by Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary brands, has opened its newest property in the heart of Naples, bringing the signature AC Hotel experience to Florida’s southwest coast. AC Hotel Naples 5th Avenue welcomed its first guests on Friday, December 15. The three-story hotel comprises 150 sophisticated, modern guest rooms; an inviting lobby and ground-floor café; 2,500 square feet of beautiful event space; a well-equipped fitness center; an outdoor rooftop pool; and Limón, a signature rooftop restaurant and bar with seating bot...
Soon-to-Open AC Hotel Naples 5th Avenue Introduces Executive Leadership Team
AC Hotel by Marriott Naples 5th Avenue | November 1, 2023
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA (Tuesday, November 1, 2023) — The soon-to-open AC Hotel by Marriott in Naples, Florida, has recruited an executive leadership team that blends dynamic brand experience with deep community connections. OTO Development, part of The Johnson Group, is developing and will manage AC Hotel by Marriott Naples 5th Avenue, which is slated to open mid-December 2023. Jacob Kucinski is General Manager of the new AC Hotel in Naples and Kimberly Hilty is Director of Sales. Douglas Gaquer is Food & Beverage Director with oversight of Limón, the hotel’s signature rooftop restaurant and bar. “Bringing this new ho...
Christopher J. Collins Joins OTO Development as Vice President, Food & Beverage
OTO Development | August 2, 2023
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA (August 2, 2023) — Christopher J. Collins has joined OTO Development as Vice President, Food & Beverage, bringing a medley of operations experience in restaurants, sports and entertainment venues, private clubs, and hotels. As part of The Johnson Group, South Carolina-based OTO develops, owns, and operates approximately 70 hotels across the country. Some of these properties offer brand-standard food and beverage while others feature OTO’s proprietary restaurant concepts. Collins will oversee the full F&B portfolio with an emphasis on elevating the guest experience while expanding revenue opportuni...
OTO Development Opens Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront Along Maryland Coastline
OTO Development | May 30, 2023
Hotel brings a ‘better, brighter experience’ to the East Coast’s favorite vacation destination SPARTANBURG, S.C. and OCEAN CITY, MD. (TUESDAY, MAY 30, 2023) — Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront has made its debut along the Maryland coastline. The 12-story, 170-room property reopened Friday, May 26, following an extensive renovation that brings an elevated aesthetic — and a new brand identity — to the heart of a city widely acclaimed as the East Coast’s favorite vacation destination. The new Hilton Garden Inn Ocean City Oceanfront is owned and operated by South Carolina-based OTO Development, which is part of The Johns...
