LODGING Staff - 10 Minutes News for Hoteliers - Page 167

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This Week’s Comings & Goings

🏢 Christian Clerc appointed as president and CEO of Auberge Resorts Collection, effective September 1, succeeding Craig Reid after his 10 years of service. Daniel Zagoria joins Access Point Financial as managing director, focusing on capital service growth. Agilysys Inc. welcomes Joe Youssef as SVP and CCO. Melissa Green appointed VP and area managing director at The Davenport Hotel Collection. Danielle Auckerman becomes GM of 58-room Piñon Court in Santa Fe. Sam Shafer announced as executive chef at The Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. Jesse Carr named director of food and beverage at Virgin Hotels New Orleans. Cindy Ferreiro appointed as marketing and PR director at The Setai Miami Beach. Mumford Company promotes Lillian Walker and hires Nick McCardel. Austin Tisdale and Christa Baer join Moxy Asheville as executive chef and food and beverage director, respectively. Matai Gilroy becomes commercial director at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island.

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DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City Downtown Completes Renovation

🏨 DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Salt Lake City Downtown, managed by HRI Hospitality and redesigned by Studio 11, completed renovation of its central atrium, lobby, guestrooms, food and beverage concepts, fitness center, and indoor pool. Featuring 241 all-suite rooms, the hotel showcases a new aesthetic inspired by Salt Lake City with geometric carpeting, SLC-inspired artwork, and updated amenities including Crabtree & Evelyn products. Red Beryl Kitchen and Red Beryl Bar offer Southwest cuisine and local beers. Sustainability initiatives include Wi-Suite thermostats and LED lighting.

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Exclusive: Aligned Hospitality Rebrands The Tuxon Into a voco by IHG Hotel

🏨 Aligned Hospitality Management rebranded The Tuxon in Tucson, Arizona to voco The Tuxon, the first voco in its portfolio. Transition to IHG's voco took 90 days to attract business travelers in a market with solid corporate contribution. The 112-key hotel, located off I-10, features amenities like walk-in rain showers, WiFi, 50” TVs with casting capabilities, an outdoor pool, and is pet-friendly. Bryan Tubaugh, CEO of Aligned, emphasized the efficient transition and IHG's strength in the corporate sector.

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Graduate by Hilton Opens in Princeton, New Jersey

🏦 Graduate by Hilton launched Graduate Princeton in June 2024, the first new hotel in Princeton, NJ, in almost 90 years—expanding the town's accommodations with 180 guestrooms. The hotel occupies a renovated 1918-era building with a 6,000-square-foot public space. It features the Ye Tavern restaurant and showcases designs reflecting the university's 275-year history. The hotel pays tribute to Princeton's culture, alumni, and traditions with detailed decor, including orange-and-black tiles and vintage Princeton Reunions Jackets.

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Mews and Duetto Surpass 600 Joint Hotel Customers

💸 Mews and Duetto have surpassed 600 joint hotel customers, achieving global revenue growth since their 2017 partnership. Serving properties ranging from 3 to over 800 rooms in 29 countries, the integration allows dynamic pricing based on multiple factors. Customers typically see a 6% revenue increase in the first year and a further 10% RevPAR growth. There's no connection fee for Mews Marketplace users, and integrations with Duetto are 25% faster than the average PMS, fostering quicker ROI through a two-way data synchronization.

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Aperture Hotels Names Patrick Short Chief Operating Officer

📌 Patrick Short has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer of Aperture Hotels in Atlanta, Georgia. Short brings over 30 years of experience in hospitality operations and was previously president at Peachtree Hospitality Management, where he expanded the portfolio to 100 hotels and over 10,000 rooms. He holds a degree from The University of Wisconsin-Stout and an MBA from Argosy University. With a proven track record across more than 25 brands and 30 states, Short's expertise includes full-service, select-service, and extended-stay hotels.

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Hilton Plans Three Hotels to Open in 2025-26 in Portugal

📍 Hilton announces the opening of three new hotels in Portugal for 2025 and 2026 under Canopy by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, and DoubleTree by Hilton brands. Canopy by Hilton Vilamoura Marina opens in 2026 with 155 rooms, Tapestry Collection's Santo André Beach Hotel in 2025 with 44 rooms, and DoubleTree by Hilton Lisbon Airport in 2025 with 199 rooms and 20 suites. The expansion is due to high tourism demand in Portugal and is expected to create approximately 325 jobs.

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Green Key Global Names First Board Members and Chair

🏛 In Washington, Green Key Global announced its first board and appointed Heather McCrory as chair, a veteran with 40 years in hospitality. The board, formed by AHLA and HAC in April, includes sustainability professionals from Highgate, Hotel Association of Canada, AHLA, Marriott Hotels, Choice Hotels Canada, and Ecolab. Green Key's certification program has seen year-over-year growth since April, with new 2024 participants like Marriott International, Choice Hotels, and Four Seasons. The board aims to expand hotel sustainability certification across North America.

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Sonesta Essential Augusta Opens

🏠 Sonesta International Hotels Corporation announced the opening of Sonesta Essential Augusta, a 57-room hotel in Augusta, Georgia. The newly renovated hotel is part of the Sonesta Essential brand, which launched over a year ago. Sonesta Essential Augusta had a soft launch earlier this year and caters to golf enthusiasts, being situated near the Masters Tournament location. The brand offers amenities such as elevated bedding, WiFi, hot breakfast, all-day coffee, and a fitness center.

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Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead Completes Guestroom Renovation

🏠 Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead completed renovation of 439 guestrooms, including 21 suites. The highlight is the Grand Peach Suite, a two-bedroom suite spanning 1,200 square feet on the 25th floor. Renovations added Pure Wellness hypoallergenic rooms and amenities from Balmain Paris. Further renovations, focusing on the lobby and public spaces, will commence in fall. Kristi Cotten-Morris, the General Manager, emphasizes luxury and functionality in this multi-phase renovation.

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