NATIONAL: Encore has hired Poonam Mohan as chief information officer, a role that will leverage technology to support the company strategy to elevate the customer experience by strengthening the culture, resources, and career opportunities for employees. Based in Dallas, Mohan will lead the company’s internal technology innovation to streamline processes and solutions. Mohan joins Encore after 21 years at American Airlines, most recently as vice president of corporate and enterprise technology.
COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.: The Broadmoor announced the promotion of Justin Miller to the position of executive chef. Miller has been a member of The Broadmoor's culinary team for the past 25 years, first joining the resort as an extern from Pennsylvania Culinary Institute in 1998 and later being named chef de cuisine of the resort’s La Tavern restaurant in 2001. Miller was appointed as The Broadmoor’s executive sous chef in 2017.
DALLAS: Omni Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Vince Parrotta in a newly created position for the company, chief operating officer. With over 40 years of operations experience, Parrotta brings a wealth of expertise from his previous role as president of hotel operations, Americas at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. This strategic move comes as Omni embarks on its first brand refresh in over a decade, aiming to provide elevated guest experiences amid significant growth to its portfolio. Parrotta will oversee hotel operations as well as related brand and guest experience roles.
NEW YORK: Arlo Hotels—an independent lifestyle hotel brand with properties in New York City, Chicago, and Miami—announced the official grand opening of Arlo Williamsburg. Located in the heart of Brooklyn, the property is Arlo Hotels’ fourth property in New York, joining Manhattan locations Arlo SoHo, Arlo NoMad, and Arlo Midtown. The property features 147 guest rooms and a rooftop pool and lounge.
SAVANNAH, GA.: Plant Riverside District—a leading destination for food, live entertainment, and more in Savannah, Ga.—recently hired former Sea Island Company executive chef Eric Fullem as executive chef. At Plant Riverside District, Fullem oversees culinary operations at 14 acclaimed restaurants as well as banquet services for JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District located on Savannah’s historic riverfront.
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