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LBA Hospitality Takes Home Numerous Awards at Marriott Conference

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Thursday, July 7, 2022
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DOTHAN, Ala., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that many of the Marriott brand hotels they manage received accolades and awards at the recent Marriott Select Brands (MSB) Owner Franchisee Conference. LBA attributes this recognition to their culture, helping to create a portfolio of hotels that rise above the rest. The 2021 winners are:

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  • DOTHAN, Ala., July 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced that many of the Marriott brand hotels they manage received accolades and awards at the recent Marriott Select Brands (MSB) Owner Franchisee Conference.
  • LBA attributes this recognition to their culture, helping to create a portfolio of hotels that rise above the rest.
  • The 2021 winners are:
    The annual awards are based on guest satisfaction surveys (GSS) and how likely a guest is to recommend the property to future guests.
  • Established in 1973, LBA Hospitality is one of the leading hotel management, development, and consulting companies in the US.

Moxy Chattanooga Downtown Hotel Garners Three Awards - Including "Hotel of the Year" at the Marriott Select Brands Owner Franchisee Conference

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Tuesday, June 28, 2022
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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced that the Moxy Chattanooga Downtown Hotel picked up three awards at the annual Marriott Select Brands (MSB) Owner Franchisee Conference.

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  • CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., June 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced that the Moxy Chattanooga Downtown Hotel picked up three awards at the annual Marriott Select Brands (MSB) Owner Franchisee Conference.
  • "The Moxy Chattanooga Downtown is truly a one of a kind hotel," said Dwayne Massengale, General Manager.
  • "These awards are not easy to achieve, yet the Moxy Chattanooga Crew continue to knock it out of the park."
  • The Moxy Chattanooga Downtown caters to the free-spirited traveler looking for an edgy and unconventional hotel experience.

Bit.Store Social-Fi Pioneer Sponsors Live In-Person "Web 3.0 Night"

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Wednesday, June 8, 2022
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NEW YORK, June 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Web3.0 social-fi pioneer Bit.Store will achieve a celebratory milestone on its mission to democratize investment when it gathers members of its virtual community at a live in-person event in Austin, Texas, during Consensus 2022. Billed as "a showcase and celebration of all that crypto has to offer," thousands of the world's brightest minds and impactful voices in crypto are expected to gather at the OMNI Hotel in Austin, Texas, June 9-12.

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  • At the evening event hosted by MAP Protocol & KuCoin Community Chain, Bit.Store joins a sponsors lineup of leading crypto innovators including Alchemy Pay, Nest, BeFi Wallet, Colab, BarterSwap, and Idavoll DAO.
  • Bit.Store is proud to lead in developing ways that DAO members can interact on its platform.
  • Bit.Store is the world's first Web3 investment platform that offers cryptocurrency trading, SocialFi features and integrated fiat-cryptocurrency on-ramp/ off-ramp capabilities.
  • The rapid expansion into markets worldwide and growth of the Bit.Store community is continuing in 2022.

Scott Reid Joins LBA Hospitality as Vice President Operations Support

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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DOTHAN, Ala., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced they have hired Scott Reid to be the company's Vice President, Operations Support. Reid will oversee the activities and workflow of the Corporate Director of F&B, the Regional Engineering Team and the Task Force Management Team. Additionally, he is responsible for the development and implementation of an operations game plan focused on process improvements that will successfully impact brand and owner relations. He previously served a seven-year stint with LBA Hospitality and is delighted to return in his new role.

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  • DOTHAN, Ala., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced they have hired Scott Reid to be the company's Vice President, Operations Support.
  • LBA stands out because of what's inside and I am grateful to be back home," says Scott Reid, VP of Operations Support, LBA Hospitality.
  • "I have known Scott for many years and feel honored to have him back as part of the LBA family," said Farrah Adams, COO of LBA Hospitality.
  • "Bringing him in as the Vice President, Operations Support was an easy decision and I have complete confidence in his abilities and immense hospitality knowledge."

Delta Hotels by Marriott Names Jackie Hymel General Manager of the Year

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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DOTHAN, Ala., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced that Jackie Hymel, general manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown has been awarded General Manager of the Year by the Delta Hotels brand. The prestigious award recognizes the individual who provides outstanding leadership and contributions to the hotel's overall success as well as being actively engaged in their community. Because of Jackie's leadership and attention to detail the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown has been ranked in the top 10 Delta Hotels in the United States and Canada.

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  • DOTHAN, Ala., June 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced that Jackie Hymel, general manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown has been awarded General Manager of the Year by the Delta Hotels brand.
  • Because of Jackie's leadership and attention to detail the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown has been ranked in the top 10 Delta Hotels in the United States and Canada.
  • With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Hymel has been the general manager of the Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown since its opening in July of 2019.
  • Delta Hotels focuses on the details that truly matter, delivering a streamlined and flawless stay for its guests every time.

WESTIN HOTELS & RESORTS TEAMS UP WITH STRAVA TO MOTIVATE FITNESS ENTHUSIASTS OF ALL LEVELS TO GO THE EXTRA MILE IN CELEBRATION OF GLOBAL RUNNING DAY

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022
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BETHESDA, Md., May 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- A champion of Global Running Day, Westin Hotels & Resorts – part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands – today announced it has joined forces with Strava, the leading social platform for athletes and the largest sports community in the world, to reward fitness enthusiasts of all types for getting their hearts rates up beginning June 1. Through this new collaboration, 500 Marriott Bonvoy members will have the chance to earn 40,000 Marriott Bonvoy points each by completing the month-long global 'RunWESTIN Challenge' using the Strava app.

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  • Inspired by the brand's Move Well pillar, this new collaboration with Strava continues to build on the industry-leading programming by Westin.
  • "Strava empowers athletes everywhere to find joy through movement," said David Lorsch, Chief Revenue Officer, Strava.
  • "We're excited to celebrate Global Running Day with Westin and inspire Marriott Bonvoy members around the world to stay active with the power of Strava Challenges this June."
  • All athletes belong on Strava no matter where they live, which sport they love or what device they use.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott in Tallahassee, Florida Completes an Extensive Overhaul

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Tuesday, May 10, 2022
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., May 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabama–based hotel management company, today announced the 97-room Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tallahassee Central has completed renovations to its guest rooms and public spaces. The newly refreshed hotel, located at 2997 Apalachee Parkway in Tallahassee, Florida, is owned by Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. of Richmond, Virginia, and managed by LBA Hospitality. The renovation includes new carpeting, wall vinyl, paint, and sofa-sleepers in the guest rooms and new carpeting in the public areas, as well as new seating in the lobby and breakfast area.

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  • "The renovation for this location is inspiring, offering a fresh new look for our guests," said Farrah Adams, COO of LBA Hospitality.
  • The Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tallahassee Central is located approximately 10 miles from the Tallahassee International Airport and offers guests convenient access to Florida State University, Florida A&M University, the Florida State Capitol and numerous shopping, dining and entertainment options in nearby downtown Tallahassee.
  • For more information or to contact the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Tallahassee Central please call directly at 850-210-1210, or visit www.marriott.com/tlhec .
  • Fairfield by Marriott is designed to provide guests with all the comforts of home while they are on the road.

Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) Expands Senior Operations Team

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Monday, May 9, 2022
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Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced that it has promoted four associates to more senior operational positions: Ron Mader was promoted to senior vice-president of operations and Margie Vito to the newly created role of senior vice-president of operations and transitions, while Androse Bell and Bob Kisker were promoted to general manager & regional director of operations.

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  • Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG), an Atlanta-based, private hotel investment, ownership and management company, today announced that it has promoted four associates to more senior operational positions: Ron Mader was promoted to senior vice-president of operations and Margie Vito to the newly created role of senior vice-president of operations and transitions, while Androse Bell and Bob Kisker were promoted to general manager & regional director of operations.
  • He earned his MBA in business administration from Keiser University and his BS in hospitality management from Bethune-Cookman University.
  • A nearly 20-year hospitality operations expert, Babst most recently oversaw a portfolio of Marriott and Hilton hotels as regional director of operations for InterMountain Management.
  • Hospitality Ventures Management Group is a privately owned, fully integrated hotel investment and management group that specializes in turning around and repositioning underperforming hotels, as well as maximizing the performance of stabilized hotels.

CASTILLO CRAFT BAR + KITCHEN AT THE RENAISSANCE ST. AUGUSTINE NAMES MICHEL RICHARDSON CHEF DE CUISINE

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Thursday, April 28, 2022
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ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michel Richardson has been named chef de cuisine of Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen, the unique dining establishment located at 6 West Castillo Drive inside the recently opened Renaissance St. Augustine Historic Downtown. Richardson will oversee the menus and staff of the high-profile Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen and the culinary banquet operations for the hotel's events and weddings.   

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  • Chef Michel Richardson brings his culinary expertise to the hotel's signature Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen and the expansive catering and events venues.
  • ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Michel Richardson has been named chef de cuisine of Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen, the unique dining establishment located at 6 West Castillo Drive inside the recently opened Renaissance St. Augustine Historic Downtown.Richardson will oversee the menus and staff of the high-profile Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen and the culinary banquet operations for the hotel's events and weddings.
  • "We are excited to welcome Chef Michel to the Renaissance Downtown,"said Michael Damion, hotel General Manager.
  • For more information about upcoming events and menu updates at the Castillo Craft Bar + Kitchen, please visit www.castillokitchen.com .

Fiona O'Connor Named Director of Sales for Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022
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NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced the appointment of Fiona O'Connor as director of sales for the Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach hotel.

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  • NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla., April 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- LBA Hospitality, an Alabamabased hotel management company, today announced the appointment of Fiona O'Connor as director of sales for the Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach hotel.
  • Previously, she served as the director of catering sales & events at the Playa Largo Resort & Spa in Key Largo, Florida.
  • The hotel features a unique architecture and charming interior, atypical of the Hampton Inn brand, aligning perfectly with the historic and picturesque coastal city of New Smyrna Beach.
  • For more information on the Hampton Inn New Smyrna Beach please call directly at 386-898-9444, or visit their website .