by Alissa Ponchione | Nov 3, 2011 | News
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts has appointed Jennifer Fox as president. Fox arrives at Fairmont from IHG, where she most recently served as COO, managed operations, continental Europe. Prior to this, she held a range of senior leadership positions in brand marketing,...
by Alissa Ponchione | Nov 3, 2011 | News
Algi “Al” Koller passed away at his home in Woodland Hills, California, after a 10-month battle with cancer. He was 72. Koller joined Shelby Williams Industries in 1987, serving as Western vice president of sales. At the age of 65, he accepted the role of...
by Alissa Ponchione | Nov 2, 2011 | News
Located on Saadiyat Island, Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas has opened its doors. Perkins Eastman and Wilson Associates collaborated to create a tranquil escape for leisure and business travelers alike. Incorporating the island’s beauty, the spacious 306...
by Alissa Ponchione | Nov 2, 2011 | News
Graves Hospitality Corporation has opened Hotel Williamsburg, a full-service luxury boutique hotel in Brooklyn. Designed by Studio GAIA, the 64 guestrooms showcase views of either Manhattan or the swim club through expansive windows. Showpiece furniture like...
by Alissa Ponchione | Nov 2, 2011 | News
The industry’s top design firms have taken on the ultimate design challenge-Product Runway-a showcase of couture creations to raise funds for scholarships through NEWH Greater New York. With a $1,000 budget, 3-month timeline, and one select material, ranging...