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Dieter Schmitz Named General Manager of Sofitel New York
Sofitel New York | June 11, 2024
The appointment brings Schmitz back to New York City to focus on rejuvenating the luxury Midtown Manhattan hotel. NEW YORK – June 10, 2024 – Dieter Schmitz, a seasoned hotelier with over two decades of experience, has joined Sofitel New York as general manager. The appointment brings Schmitz back to New York City to focus on rejuvenating the luxury Midtown Manhattan hotel. Schmitz’s accomplishments are marked by a keen focus on orchestrating successful launches, rejuvenation and repositioning high-profile flagship assets for brands like IHG, Marriott and independent luxury properties such as Riggs DC. He’s spearheaded eight luxu...
Dayna Zeiltin Joins Sofitel New York as Director of Sales & Marketing
Sofitel New York | February 6, 2020
Zeitlin was most recently director of business development and optimization for Fairmont San Francisco, Sofitel’s sister property NEW YORK – Feb. 6, 2020 – Sofitel New York has tapped Dayna Zeitlin to serve as its new director of sales and marketing. She joins the luxury Midtown hotel after 20 years of experience working for some of the top hospitality groups in the country. “Dayna’s experience in the luxury market and outstanding track record make her the ideal candidate to lead Sofitel New York’s sales and marketing effort. We’re excited to bring her on board and take Sofitel to the next level,” said Simon Antoine, gen...
Simon Antoine Returns to Accor as General Manager of Sofitel New York
Sofitel New York | March 19, 2019
NEW YORK – March 19, 2019 – Simon Antoine has returned to his roots at Accor where he started his career in 1985, joining Sofitel New York as its new general manager. The seasoned hotelier brings over 30 years of leadership experience to the luxury Midtown Manhattan hotel, as well as a wealth of knowledge in the food and beverage arena. His new post follows a two-year tenure as opening general manager at the InterContinental Washington D.C. – The Wharf. "We are delighted to welcome Simon back to Accor," said George Terpilowski, Accor's Regional V.P., North East U.S. Region. "I am confident that his leadership and exper...
Amber Kasses Joins Sofitel New York as Director of Sales and Marketing
Sofitel New York | July 18, 2017
NEW YORK – July 18, 2017 – Sofitel New York has hired Amber Kasses as its new director of sales and marketing. She joins the luxury Midtown hotel after a nine-year managerial career with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts. "Amber's past luxury experience and strong management skills make her an ideal match to lead Sofitel New York's sales and marketing effort. We're excited to welcome her to our team," said Rudy Tauscher, general manager. Kasses was most recently director of sales and marketing for Fairmont Newport Beach, where she was responsible for building, training and managing a team of 17 revenue-generating managers and co...
Sofitel New York Welcomes Robert Hohmann as Executive Chef of Gaby Brasserie Française
May 1, 2017
NEW YORK – May 1, 2017 – Robert Hohmann is the new executive chef at Gaby Brasserie Française, the restaurant and bar at Sofitel New York. He brings to his role more than 20 years of experience in hospitality and catering, and has headed the kitchens of some of Manhattan's most established hotels. Hohmann's broad culinary knowledge spans from classic French to creative American cuisine. His understanding of New York City's vibrant food culture makes him an ideal choice to helm Gaby Brasserie Française, where the menu will be light and seasonal, with French and American influences. Hohmann is inspired by fresh, ...
Sofitel New York Appoints Rudy Tauscher as General Manager
Sofitel New York | April 13, 2017
NEW YORK – April 13, 2017 – Rudy Tauscher has been appointed as the new general manager of Sofitel New York. He brings to his role an illustrious 20-year track record at the helm of some of the finest hotels in New York City and overseas. "A natural leader, Rudy is among the most respected hoteliers in the business and his attention to detail is legendary," said Balendra Nagesvaran, vice president of operations for luxury and upscale brands, AccorHotels North and Central America. "We are thrilled to have him take the lead of one of our flagship hotels in the region and we anticipate that it will continue to flourish under hi...
Vincent Vienne Returns to Sofitel New York as General Manager
Sofitel New York | February 9, 2015
NEW YORK – Feb. 6, 2015 – Vincent Vienne, hotel manager of Sofitel New York from 2006 to 2009, has returned as general manager following five years as general manager of Sofitel Philadelphia, where he oversaw its renovation, and spearheaded corporate and social responsibility. Vienne joined Sofitel's parent company Accor in 1998, and has very successfully held several positions for both Accor's Sofitel and Novotel brands in the U.S. and Europe, including front desk manager at Sofitel Brussels, front office manager at Sofitel Philadelphia, and director of operations at Sofitel New York. He reports directly to Balendra Nagesvaran, vic...
