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Waldorf Astoria Chicago Appoints Ashley Ochse as New Director of Sales and Marketing
Hilton | April 26, 2024
CHICAGO – (April 26, 2024) – Waldorf Astoria Chicago proudly introduces Ashley Ochse as the newly appointed director of sales and marketing. Having previously served as the Director and Complex Director of Catering Sales & Event Management at Waldorf Astoria Chicago from December 2013 to January 2017, Ochse is familiar with the 214-room hotel and the excellence of the Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts brand. With over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Ochse emerges as an esteemed leader, renowned for her unwavering commitment to client satisfaction and revenue maximization. With a steadfast dedication to del...
Waldorf Astoria Chicago Welcomes New General Manager Tamas Vago
Hilton | December 15, 2023
CHICAGO – (December 15, 2023) – Waldorf Astoria Chicago is pleased to announce the appointment of Tamas Vago as the luxury hotel’s General Manager. Since joining the property team this fall, he has overseen guest experience and hotel operations of the 214-room property, including the on-site culinary and beverage venues Brass Tack and Bernard’s, renowned spa and over 9,000 square feet of meeting and event space. Vago joins Waldorf Astoria Chicago from Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort and brings extensive knowledge of the luxury hospitality industry from his nearly 25 years of experience. In his new role with Waldorf Astoria...
Waldorf Astoria Chicago Debuts Completed Renovation
Waldorf Astoria Chicago | December 6, 2022
CHICAGO – (December 6, 2022) – Waldorf Astoria Chicago is pleased to celebrate the completion of its renovation across the grand chateau-style Gold Coast hotel. The refurbishment includes fully updated guestrooms and suites, the lobby, and spa, as well as debuts a redesigned Presidential Suite and introduces a new, spacious Astoria Suite. Guests are also welcome to enjoy all new food and beverage experiences including the lobby-level Peacock Lounge, the newly opened Brass Tack and the re-introduced, beloved Bernard’s cocktail lounge. The renovation of the guestrooms and suites, lobby and Peacock Lounge, Bernard’s, and spa was exec...
Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago Appoint Todd Temperly as General Manager
the Waldorf Astoria Chicago | May 16, 2018
CHICAGO – May 16, 2018 – The prestigious AAA Five Diamond award-winning Waldorf Astoria Chicago and the Conrad Chicago have appointed Todd Temperly as General Manager of Hilton's two premier luxury properties located in the heart of downtown Chicago. In his new position, Temperly will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the luxury 215-room and 289-room hotels, both owned by Geller Capital Partners. "I'm thrilled to return to the incredible city of Chicago and have the opportunity to create unforgettable guest experiences at two esteemed luxury hotels," said Todd Temperly. "It's an honor to work with two dynamic t...
Tod Chambers Appointed Managing Director of Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago
the Waldorf Astoria Chicago | June 15, 2017
CHICAGO – June 15, 2017 – The AAA Mobil Five Diamond Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago have appointed Tod Chambers as Managing Director of the two premier luxury properties located within The Magnificent Mile. In his new dual role, Chambers will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the luxury 215-room and 287-room hotels, both owned by Laurence Geller, reporting directly to Pascal Duchauffour, Area Vice President of Operations-Luxury Hotels, The Americas. "It's an honor to continue my career with Hilton by joining Waldorf Astoria Chicago and Conrad Chicago," said Tod Chambers. "I am eager to work with the...
Marlene Poynder Appointed as General Manager for the 189-key Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts | November 2, 2015
CHICAGO – November 2, 2015 – Hilton Worldwide is pleased to announce the appointment of Marlene Poynder as General Manager at the Waldorf Astoria Chicago. In her new role, Poynder will oversee the day-to-day operations of the luxury property, which boasts 189 rooms and suites and continues to be rated one of the best hotels in North America. Poynder will report directly to Ronen Nissenbaum, Vice President of Operations-Luxury Hotels, Americas. "I am thrilled to welcome Marlene Poynder to the Waldorf Astoria Chicago and announce her appointment to the position of General Manager," said Ronen Nissenbaum of Hilton Worldwide. "M...
Geller and Wanxiang America Acquire Controlling Interest of Iconic Waldorf Astoria Chicago
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts | July 22, 2015
CHICAGO, July 22, 2015 -- "It is a terrific time to be in the luxury hotel business, especially in Chicago, due to its growth in tourism. This hotel's world-class location, physical attributes and current market position provide a wonderful platform from which to grow," so stated Laurence Geller, chairman of Geller Investment Co., upon aquiring a majority interest in the Waldorf Astoria Chicago. It is the second Chicago hotel that Geller's company, teamed with Wanxiang America Real Estate Group, announced in the last year. The first was the Conrad Chicago, which is just steps off of Michigan Avenue on Erie Street, and due to open in the...
Waldorf Astoria Chicago Appoints Michael Vaughn as Executive Chef
Waldorf Astoria Chicago | March 31, 2015
CHICAGO, Ill. – March 31, 2015 – The Waldorf Astoria Chicago announced today that Michael Vaughn will lead the culinary team as Executive Chef. Vaughn, a Chicago native, will oversee all conceptualization and creation of cuisine at Balsan, the hotel's casually elegant bistro and at the cozy and sophisticated Bernard's Bar. In addition, Chef Vaughn will also lead the culinary charge on in-room dining and spa cuisine at the Waldorf Astoria Spa & Health Club. With over 17 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Chef Vaughn has worked at a variety of resorts, restaurants and private clubs. Prior to joining the Waldorf Astor...
