Hotel Management News

Hotel Phillips Renovation Featured in January/February 2012 Hotel Business Design

02/16/2012 - The Hotel Phillips located in Kansas City, Mo. and managed and owned by Marcus Hotels, recently completed a multi-million dollar property-wide renovation. Kimberley Miller, CEO of design firm Duncan Miller Ullmann discusses with Hotel Business Design the vision for the project and how maintaining the hotel’s elegant Art Deco design elements became an opportunity while adding touches of modern flair. The newly renovated Hotel Phillips reflects the vibrant feel of Kansas City in the 1930’s, coupled with the modern-day excitement of the 21st century. The hotel was originally opened in 1931 and continues to remain the city’s most elegant hotel.

Peggy Williams-Smith to Receive 2012 Wisconsin Business Hall of Fame Peak Performer Award

02/14/2012 - Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that Peggy Williams-Smith, senior director, catering and event operations, will receive the 2012 Wisconsin Business Hall of Fame Peak Performer Award presented by Junior Achievement of Wisconsin. The award is designed to identify and recognize a Metro Milwaukee individual who has shown excellence in his or her field, along with a commitment to the community.

Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Receives AAA Four-Diamond Status for 15th Consecutive Year

02/10/2012 - Milwaukee, Wis., February 10, 2012. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wis. has received AAA Four-Diamond status for the 15th consecutive year. The company’s 1,300 acre resort was first honored with this recognition in 1998.

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Marcus Hotels News

The Pfister Hotel Names New York Fiber Artist Next Artist in Residence

02/21/2012 - Historic tradition meets today’s talent with The Pfister Hotel’s Artist-in-Residence program. Home to more Victorian Art than any other hotel in the world, the historic hotel,which is owned and managed by Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, has hosted a popular artist residency program for the past three years. The Pfister’s selection committee has chosen Timothy Westbrook, an emerging fiber artist from New York, as its fourth artist in residence. He will move to Milwaukee for this opportunity and will work in The Pfister’s studio space beginning in April 2012, replacing current Pfister artist Shelby Keefe. Westbrook will remain at the hotel for one year.

Mason Street Grill Celebrates its 5th Anniversary with 5 Limited Time Offers

11/28/2011 - Mason Street Grill, located at 425 East Mason Street, is celebrating its 5th anniversary throughout the month of December with 5 limited time offers. It's hosting a party to kick off the month-long celebration on Dec. 8 that will feature live jazz, a champagne toast and complimentary cake.

GRAND GENEVA CELEBRATES 17 TH ANNUAL “CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY” FESTIVAL WITH SPECIAL ILLUMINATION CEREMONY

10/31/2011 - (LAKE GENEVA, WI; October 24, 2011)— On Sunday, November 20, 2011, the AAA Four Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa invites guests near and far to celebrate the magic of the holiday season at their annual Illumination Ceremony, when more than one million lights will brighten the resort’s 1,300-acre campus. Now in its 17th year, the ceremony marks the official beginning of the resort’s six week-long “Christmas in the Country” celebration, featuring a variety of festive events including a musical revue, a dazzling display of home-made gingerbread houses, and appearances from Santa himself.

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Marcus Hotels Videos

One Among Us Peter Mortensen

10/04/2011 - Chief concierge at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Peter Mortensen, reflects upon his job and the history of the hotel for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's "One Among Us" series.

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Media Coverage

Top Destination Spas in the State

02/16/2012 - Milwaukee Magazine calls the Marcus Corporation a mini spa empire with WELL Spa and Salon in Milwaukee, Lake Geneva and Las Vegas. Milwaukee Magazine names the Milwaukee and Lake Geneva locations the number one and number two spas in the state of Wisconsin.

Spend Your Valentine's Day at the Spa

02/09/2012 - A video interview with WELL Spa + Janice Salon Director, Elizabeth Walsh detailing spa and salon services for Valentine's Day and offering a special discount for viewers of The Morning Blend.

77 Square: Capital Chophouse Highlighted in "Local Steak Houses Ride Out the Recession with New Deals and a Nostalgic Atmosphere"

01/25/2012 - Despite the dragging economy, the Capital Chophouse continues to offer a relaxing option for a nostalgic meal. Capital Chophouse customers particularly enjoy the quiet atmosphere and dim lighting of the restaurant, finding it to be a very appealing place to enjoy either a steak dinner or a simple martini.

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