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Smart Moves in Berkeley, Hollywood and More

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In his most recent role as general manager of Calistoga Motor Lodge, he spearheaded a construction project that added 39 rooms, reduced food and beverage costs and skillfully managed finances. Along with expertise in corporate travel events and hotel contracting, he brings a passion for community service.

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Smart Moves in Hawaii, Virginia and More

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Petersburg Resort & Golf Club in Florida. Polito is currently managing director for mdg, a San Diego-based agency that specializes in event and association marketing. She joined the organization in 2015 as sales manager and was later promoted to director of sales. Vanessa Williams. Jason Baer. Jit Bose and James Koh.

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Smart Moves in Albuquerque, Maui and More

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Craighead most recently worked for both International Association of Exhibitions and Events, where he was vice president of exhibitions and events, as well as Center for the Center of Exhibition Industry Research, as vice president of events. Bobby Barnes. Michael DiFrancesco. Susan Carlson.

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Best Food-Truck Catering for Your Next Event

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Food trucks are fun, convenient, serve delicious food at a fraction of the cost of a sit-down meal, and are a great addition to any event. Koi Fusion offers Korean food with a twist. The company caters occasions ranging from corporate events to block parties, and everything in between. Phil’s Steaks, New York City.

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4 Smart Moves at Hyatt, Hotel Ivy and More

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She brings 19 years of experience and has received several awards for her performance including Circle of Excellence recipient for Director of Sales and Marketing of the Year with Hilton Luxury Brands in 2013, 2015 and 2016 and 2013 Most Improved RevPAR Growth for Hilton Luxury Brands with her team. Susan Gladstone. Chris Skelding.

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7 Smart Moves at Hotel Zoe and more

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He’s held leadership positions in food and beverage as well as hotel operations for properties across the country, including The Arrabelle at Vail Square in Colorado, Sunriver Resort in Bend, Oregon, and Silverado Resort and Spa in Napa, California. TJ Pierri Hotel Zoe in San Francisco has named Pierri as general manager.

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10 Smart Moves at Visit Santa Cruz, Benchmark, Turtle Bay Resort, Westgate Park City and More

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He brings vast experience in financial operations at multiple resorts, including as chief financial officer for Visionary Destin, a resort and property management company in Destin, Florida. He attended Florida Southern College in Orlando. Barret De Santos. John Kurtzweil. Regis Atlanta resort appointed Jordan Barnett executive chef.