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Michael Anthony Joins Waldorf Astoria New York as Official Chef Partner
Waldorf Astoria New York | May 20, 2024
Renowned chef to bring decades of New York City dining experience to one of Manhattan’s most anticipated hotel reopenings NEW YORK – (May 20, 2024) – Today, Waldorf Astoria New York announces a culinary partnership with acclaimed Chef Michael Anthony – a name recognized for decades within the New York City dining scene. As Chef Partner, Chef Michael Anthony will usher in a new era of culinary excellence overseeing the signature restaurant dining experience and concept at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts' flagship property, which is expected to reopen later this year. Located at the corner of Lexington and 50th Street, W...
Hilton Appoints Executive Leadership Team at Waldorf Astoria New York
HILTON | April 18, 2024
Managing Director Luigi Romaniello and Executive Director of Sales Jasmin Howanietz prepare to usher in a new era at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts' flagship property NEW YORK – Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is delighted to announce a distinguished lineup of luxury hospitality executives joining the 375-room Waldorf Astoria New York, which is expected to reopen its doors later this year following an extensive, multi-year restoration. Leading the team is managing director Luigi Romaniello, and returning to the hotel in a new capacity is executive director of sales Jasmin Howanietz. Romaniello and Howanietz together bring decades worth of ex...
Anbang Launching First Phase of Renovation and Restoration of Historic Waldorf Astoria New York
Anbang Insurance Group | November 10, 2017
NEW YORK, NY – November 10, 2017 – Anbang Insurance Group New York Office ("Anbang") and AECOM Tishman, the premier global construction firm, announced today that the first phase of construction work to renovate and restore the historic Waldorf Astoria New York will begin in December. Since the Waldorf Astoria New York achieved the designation as New York City's largest private interior landmark, Anbang has made significant progress towards renovating the property. The development team has advanced design plans, secured permits and carefully moved, preserved and stored prized historic items, including the Cole Porter piano, ...
Waldorf Astoria New York Shares Proposed Plans for Extensive Restoration of Landmarked Exterior and Interior Spaces
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts | March 29, 2017
NEW YORK - Waldorf Astoria New York today released proposed plans for the meticulous restoration and revitalization of the historic property's landmarked exterior and interior spaces. The plans were submitted today for public review by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. The plans restore all landmarked spaces, ensuring the historic public and event spaces will be accessible for generations of New Yorkers and visitors alike. This restoration is among the most complex and intensive landmark preservation efforts in New York City history. If approved, it will revive key elements of the Art Deco masterpiece that have be...
Waldorf Astoria New York Promotes Three Key Members to Executive Leadership Team
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts | May 5, 2016
New York, NY – May 5, 2016 – Waldorf Astoria New York is pleased to announce the appointments of Abby Murtagh, Resident Manager, David Garcelon, Executive Director of Food & Beverage and Peter Betz, Executive Chef. As respected professionals in the hospitality and culinary industries, Murtagh, Garcelon and Betz will bring exceptional leadership, skill and knowledge to their respective positions, allowing Waldorf Astoria New York to continue delivering unprecedented hotel service and top-quality dining experiences to guests. "Waldorf Astoria New York is pleased to appoint Abby Murtagh, David Garcelon, and Peter Betz to th...
Waldorf Astoria New York Appoints Jasmin Howanietz as Director of Sales and Marketing
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts | December 9, 2015
NEW YORK, NY – December 9, 2015 – Jasmin Howanietz, an NYC hospitality industry veteran has been appointed director of sales and marketing for the Waldorf Astoria New York. An integral member of the Waldorf Astoria New York sales team for more than 10 years, Howanietz, who was most recently the director of sales, brings a substantial and knowledgeable background to her new role with nearly 15 years of managerial sales and marketing experience. As director of sales and marketing, Howanietz will determine appropriate strategies to maximize hotel revenues by driving business among groups, leisure and incentive travel. Using her...
Hilton’s Matthew Sparks Explains $1.9 Billion Sale of Waldorf Astoria NY to MSU Hospitality Students
The School of Hospitality Business at Michigan State University | December 3, 2015
(December 3, 2015, East Lansing, Michigan) The art of the deal was the topic at The School of Hospitality Business October 8-9, when it hosted the 26th annual Hilton Lecture Series. The lecture series each year features an industry expert and an academic expert who are invited to address a single, trending topic. This year Matthew Sparks (BA '94) spoke to undergraduates on the sale of the Waldorf Astoria New York in early 2015. Sparks is the senior vice president of luxury, lifestyle, and full-service development for Hilton Worldwide, leading the company's corporate and luxury brand growth and development in North America. Hilton's luxu...
Michael Hoffmann Appointed Managing Director of Waldorf Astoria New York
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts | October 20, 2015
Seasoned Hospitality Expert to Oversee Operations of Hotel and The Towers MCLEAN, VA. and NEW YORK, NY – October 20, 2015 – Michael B. Hoffmann, recently the vice president of Brand Performance Support for both Waldorf Astoria and Conrad Hotels & Resorts brands, has been appointed managing director of the Waldorf Astoria New York and the Towers of the Waldorf Astoria. Bringing with him more than 30 years of luxury hotel experience, he will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations and the forthcoming restoration of the brand's flagship property. Michael succeeds and will report directly to Ronen Nissenbaum...
