the sarasota modern
The Sarasota Modern Appoints J. Christopher Ayala as Director of Culinary Program
The Sarasota Modern | September 24, 2019
SARASOTA, Fla. – The Sarasota Modern, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, part of Marriott International, Inc., is pleased to announce the appointment of J. Christopher Ayala as its new director of culinary program. In this role, Ayala will be responsible for overseeing the hotel’s entire culinary operation, including Rudolph’s, in-room dining, and the catering and banquet offerings. With more than a decade of high-level expertise, Ayala joins The Sarasota Modern from La Tienda Importing Company, where he served as executive chef. Known for his classic flavor combinations that are familiar and comforting, the Massachusetts-turned-Nashville ...
The Sarasota Modern Appoints John Markunas as General Manager and Paul Romero as Director of Sales and Marketing
The Sarasota Modern | September 18, 2018
SARASOTA, Fla. – Sept. 18, 2018 - The Sarasota Modern - A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, part of Marriott International, Inc., set to debut in late 2018 – proudly announces the appointment of luxury hospitality leaders, John Markunas as general manager and Paul Romero as director of sales and marketing. "We couldn't be more honored to welcome John and Paul into The Sarasota Modern family," said Jason Cincotta, hotel developer and president of Cincotta Co. "With their level of luxury expertise and passionate drive, there was no question when it came to filling these roles. Bringing them onto our team ensures the bar has been raised...
Starwood’s Tribute Portfolio Grows by Three with Signings in Shanghai, China, Tampa, and Sarasota, Florida
Tribute Portfolio | April 28, 2016
STAMFORD, Conn.-- April 28, 2016 -- Tribute Portfolio, a collection of independent hotels and resorts from Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT), today announced three new signings, bringing the brand's footprint to 20 properties worldwide, exactly double the original growth projection for its first year. Continuing to global expansion with its first-ever property in China and continuing to expand in Florida with signings in Tampa and Sarasota, Tribute Portfolio maintains its steadfast position as having the fastest takeoff of any Starwood brand, ever, while also celebrating its individuality through innovative social...
