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The DAYTONA Opens With the Full INTELITY Platform
INTELITY | September 19, 2019
The motorsports-themed hotel takes the lead by integrating the hospitality technology platform into its operations Los Angeles, California (September 19, 2019) – INTELITY®, provider of the broadest enterprise guest engagement and staff management platform for hospitality, is pleased to announce it now powers The DAYTONA’s mobile app and in-room tablets, giving guests access to hotel amenities and services on demand. The DAYTONA is located adjacent to the Daytona International Speedway and anchors ONE DAYTONA, the brand new retail, dining, and entertainment district. The hotel pays homage to Daytona’s rich racing history and feat...
The DAYTONA Appoints Jason Ward As Executive Chef
The DAYTONA | June 6, 2019
DAYTONA BEACH, FL – June 6, 2019– Jason Ward has been appointed Executive Chef of The DAYTONA. The boutique, Marriot Autograph Collection hotel opened its doors in April and is located directly across from the world-famous Daytona International Speedway. A Boston, Massachusetts native and certified Executive Chef in the American Culinary Federation, Ward has more than 25 years of experience working with Marriott hotels and restaurants across the United States. Most recently, he was Executive Chef of Trilogy at Ocala where he oversaw the golf resort's community clubhouse and restaurant, managed daily food and beverage operati...
The DAYTONA Appoints Michael Melendez as General Manager and Nancy Guran as Director of Sales
DAYTONA | March 14, 2019
DAYTONA BEACH, FL – March 2019 – The DAYTONA's executive team has announced the appointment of Michael Melendez as General Manager and Nancy Guran as Director of Sales. The duo will oversee the operations of the new 144-room property, which will open its doors next month. Hailing from Charleston, South Carolina, and inspired by a love of working with people, Melendez began his hospitality career in 2007 at Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa. Since then, he's held managerial positions at hotel brands and properties across South Florida and the Caribbean, including French Leave Resort in Eleuthera. Most recently, Melendez ...