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05.27.14 |
Ted Lorenzi Joins Marcus® Hotels & Resorts as Vice President of Engineering and Sustainability
Milwaukee, Wis., May 27, 2014. . . . . Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that Ted Lorenzi has been named vice president of engineering and sustainability. Lorenzi joins the company with over 30 years of hospitality experience in operational planning and corporate facility management roles.  In his new role, Lorenzi will be responsible for the development, advancement and implementation of engineering, environmental and energy management strategies and sustainability programs throughout the Marcus Hotels & Resorts portfolio. Prior to joining Marcus Hotels & Resorts he served as senior director, engineering design and operations for Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group in Minneapolis, Minn. His responsibilities included overseeing new technical design standards, strategic planning, and the launch of the Radisson Blu brand in North America. Lorenzi held various engineering positions with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, prior to serving as chief engineer for the 2,019-room Hyatt Regency Chicago and senior director of engineering for the 800-room Hyatt Regency McCormick, Chicago. From 2005 to 2011, he served as corporate director of engineering for Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, managing the opening of 28 hotels in North America and the Caribbean and managing engineering strategies and standards for 110 hotels. “Ted’s vast knowledge of engineering and facilities operations, sustainability practices, project leadership, staff development and resources management will be valuable as we continue to grow our hotel portfolio,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president of The Marcus Corporation. Lorenzi is a graduate of the University of Kansas in Lawrence, Kan. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=62] About Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). About The Marcus Corporation Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, The Marcus Corporation is a leader in the lodging and entertainment industries, with significant company-owned real estate assets. In addition to its Marcus Hotels & Resorts division, The MarcusCorporation’s theatre division, Marcus Theatres®, currently owns ormanages 685 screens at 55 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and Ohio. For more information, please visit the company’s web site at www.marcuscorp.com. # # # |
05.15.14 |
Marcus® Hotels & Resorts Assumes Management of Heidel House Resort & Spa in Green Lake, Wis.
Company will bring resort management expertise to beautiful Green Lake resort Milwaukee, Wis., May 15, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced it has entered into an agreement to assume hotel management responsibilities of Heidel House Resort & Spa in Green Lake, Wis. effective May 14, 2014. The property is owned by the Fiore Companies, Inc. based in Madison, Wis. The Heidel House is a 190-room full-service resort and spa nestled on 20 wooded acres on the shore of beautiful Green Lake near Ripon, Wis. First welcoming guests as an estate dining room in 1945, the family-run retreat expanded as its reputation for hospitality and fine dining grew. Today, Heidel House Resort offers numerous amenities including 18,000 square-feet of meeting and event space, an award-winning luxury spa and three restaurants including Grey Rock, which has been named one of Wisconsin’s Top 25 Restaurants and has received the Wine Spectator Award every year since 2002. “Heidel House Resort is only six miles from Ripon, Wis., where The Marcus Corporation began 79 years ago with the opening of the Campus Cinema in 1935. We have been committed to the area for many years and welcome this opportunity to bring our tradition of hospitality excellence and high-quality service and amenities to this distinctive property,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president, The Marcus Corporation. “We are pleased to work with Marcus Hotels & Resorts in managing this full-service resort,” said Dave Kruger, president of the Fiore Companies. “Marcus Hotels & Resorts’ strong Wisconsin roots make the company an ideal partner in maintaining the position of Heidel House as a leading Midwestern year-round destination.” The Heidel House, on the shores of Green Lake, is approximately a 75 minute drive from Madison and 90 minute drive from Milwaukee, and is located just a few miles west of Lake Winnebago. In addition to its restaurants, meeting space and spa, other features include two lounges, a stand-alone ice cream parlor, the elegant Dartford ballroom accommodating up to 380 guests, a Carriage Tent event space for outdoor weddings and social events, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, tranquil beach and lakefront, and nearby golf courses. The resort also has a 60-foot yacht, available for daily excursions on the lake, cocktail cruises, private dinners and receptions. Known as a year-round destination, Heidel House Resort offers a boat rental and water sports area, hiking and biking trails and a variety of seasonal waterfront activities in summer. Winter activities include cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating. In 2013, the resort was voted Best Wisconsin Lakeshore Resort by meeting planners in the Best of Wisconsin Meetings awards. To download the complete press release: [wpdm_file id=61] About Heidel House Resort & Spa Heidel House Resort has built on the lakeside getaway tradition since welcoming its first guests on a snowy New Year’s Eve in 1945. Nestled on 20 wooded acres on the shores of Wisconsin’s deepest inland lake, the full-service resort offers numerous amenities including 190 guest rooms, 18,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and a luxurious spa. Heidel House Resort has become a favorite Midwestern destination for friends, families, businesses and social groups to enjoy a tranquil environment, year-round recreation and first class service. For more information, please visit www.heidelhouse.com. About Fiore Companies From a single business in 1921, the Fiore Companies has grown into one of Wisconsin’s leading investment groups, with a mission to develop, own and operate high quality, investment-grade properties and distinctive businesses. Fiore owns and manages a diversified portfolio of real estate assets, operating businesses, venture capital investments and marketable securities. For more information, please visit www.fiorecompanies.com. About Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts is a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS). With the addition of the Heidel House Resort & Spa, the company owns and/or manages 19 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). About The Marcus Corporation Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wis., The Marcus Corporation is a leader in the lodging and entertainment industries, with significant company-owned real estate assets. In addition to its Marcus Hotels & Resorts division, the company’s movie theatre division, Marcus Theatres®, is the fifth largest theatre circuit in the United States and currently owns or operates 685 screens at 55 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and Ohio. For more information, visit the company’s web site at www.marcuscorp.com. Certain matters discussed in this press release are “forward-looking statements” intended to qualify for the safe harbors from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements may generally be identified as such because the context of such statements include words such as we “believe,” “anticipate,” “expect” or words of similar import. Similarly, statements that describe our future plans, objectives or goals are also forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties which may cause results to differ materially from those expected, including, but not limited to, the following: (1) the availability, in terms of both quantity and audience appeal, of motion pictures for our theatre division, as well as other industry dynamics such as the maintenance of a suitable window between the date such motion pictures are released in theatres and the date they are released to other distribution channels; (2) the effects of increasing depreciation expenses, reduced operating profits during major property renovations, and preopening and start-up costs due to the capital intensive nature of our businesses; (3) the effects of adverse economic conditions in our markets, particularly with respect to our hotels and resorts division; (4) the effects of adverse weather conditions, particularly during the winter in the Midwest and in our other markets; (5) the effects on our occupancy and room rates of the relative industry supply of available rooms at comparable lodging facilities in our markets; (6) the effects of competitive conditions in our markets; (7) our ability to identify properties to acquire, develop and/or manage and the continuing availability of funds for such development; and (8) the adverse impact on business and consumer spending on travel, leisure and entertainment resulting from terrorist attacks in the United States or incidents such as the tragedy in a movie theatre in Colorado. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are made only as of the date of this press release and we undertake no obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances. # # # |
05.09.14 |
Thomas P. Riley Joins Marcus® Hotels & Resorts and MCS Capital LLC as Senior Vice President – Development
Milwaukee, Wis., May 9, 2014. . . . . The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) today announced that Thomas P. Riley has been named senior vice president – development for Marcus® Hotels & Resorts and MCS Capital LLC. Riley has 22 years of experience in the lodging industry, including executive-level positions in acquisitions, development and finance.  Riley comes to Marcus Hotels & Resorts and MCS Capital from Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, where he served as vice president acquisitions & development for the past eight years. His responsibilities in this position included identifying potential acquisition, joint venture and third-party management opportunities, financial modeling, analysis and market feasibility studies, and negotiating hotel operating, technical services and purchase and sale agreements. He joined Kimpton in 2002 as regional controller for the company’s eastern region hotels and restaurants, was promoted to regional vice president – finance in 2005 and to his most recent position in 2006. Riley has also held finance positions with Crestline Hotels and Resorts, Marriott International, Hilton Hotels Corporation and Promus Hotel Corporation. He began his career in 1992 with Embassy Suites. “Tom’s extensive experience in acquisitions and development further strengthens our hotel division executive team. Tom will work closely with William R. Reynolds, Jr., senior managing director of MCS Capital, in pursuing opportunities to further expand our hotel portfolio by adding high-quality management contracts and sourcing potential hotel investment opportunities,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president of The Marcus Corporation. “We look forward to continuing to expand the presence of Marcus Hotels & Resorts as a leading national hotel management company.” Riley is a graduate of Pennsylvania State University and received an MBA degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University. He has served on the Penn State Hotel and Restaurant Society Board of Directors since 2003, and is currently the board chairman. He also serves on the George Washington University Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management Advisory Board and is an adjunct professor and serves on the Advisory Board of the Anne Arundel Community College School of Hospitality and Culinary Arts in Arnold, Maryland. Riley can be contacted at tomriley@marcushotels.com. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=60] About Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). About MCS Capital LLC MCS Capital LLC is the wholly-owned hotel investment affiliate of The Marcus Corporation. Created to leverage the The Marcus Corporation’s 50 years of hotel operating expertise, MCS Capital may act as an investment fund sponsor, joint venture partner or sole investor for hotel and resort properties. Some of the properties sourced by MCS Capital may be managed by Marcus Hotels & Resorts. About The Marcus Corporation Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, The Marcus Corporation is a leader in the lodging and entertainment industries, with significant company-owned real estate assets. In addition to its Marcus Hotels & Resorts division, The Marcus Corporation’s theatre division, Marcus Theatres®, currently owns or manages 685 screens at 55 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and Ohio. For more information, please visit the company’s web site at www.marcuscorp.com. # # # |
05.05.14 |
Marcus® Hotels & Resorts Receives Prestigious Interactive Media Award
Milwaukee, Wis., May 2, 2014. . . . . Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that it won two web design awards from the Horizon Interactive Awards, a leading international interactive media awards competition that recognizes the year’s “best of the best” in interactive media production. The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa website, www.grandgeneva.com, won a gold award in the travel and tourism category and the InterContinental Milwaukee’s premier restaurant, Kil@Wat, won a bronze award for its website, www.kilawatcuisine.com, in the restaurant and food industry category. Both websites were developed and created by the Marcus Hotels & Resorts development team. Entries were judged on solution creativity and originality; graphic design, appearance and user experience; communication of message; technical merit and effectiveness solution.  “Our internal development team manages nearly 100 websites for our hotels, resorts, restaurants, spas and loyalty program. This award recognizes their creative talent and outstanding work in providing an exceptional digital user experience for our customers,” said Christine Beuchert, senior director, marketing and ecommerce strategy for Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “One of the challenges we faced with Kil@Wat’s website was to attract locals and raise awareness of the restaurant and its location, as the hotel restaurant lacks an easily visible street level entrance. We achieved our goal of drawing locals in to dine along with hotel guests by having a responsive design that works on all mobile devices and tablets, and an SEO strategy during the rebuild of the website. As a result of these efforts, we achieved a 44% increase in the percentage of local visitors to the website and achieved a 944% increase in website traffic,” said Jessica McCoy, web project coordinator, Marcus Hotels & Resorts.  The 12th annual international competition saw over 1,600 entries from over 24 countries around the world and nearly all 50 states in the U.S. An international panel of judges, consisting of industry professionals with diverse backgrounds, as well as an end-user panel evaluated categories ranging from online advertising to mobile applications. The 2013 winning entries showcase the industry’s best interactive media solutions including web sites, mobile applications, print media, interactive displays, public exhibits, online advertising, video, email and more. “The 2013 competition is undoubtedly one of the best showcases of outstanding interactive media in our long competition history,” said Mike Sauce, founder of the Horizon Interactive Awards. “The continued trend of the convergence of multiple forms of digital media into a single interactive experience has yielded a new level of interactivity with technology and blended artistry. Entries have pushed the boundaries of traditional thinking in terms of expanded features, blended media, and integration of multiple marketing and technology channels. Winners in this year’s competition highlight the best blend of technology, cutting-edge thinking, outstanding user-experience and overall aesthetics.” For more information visit the Horizon Interactive Awards online: www.horizoninteractiveawards.com. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=58] About the Horizon Interactive Awards In its 12th year, the Horizon Interactive Awards was created to recognize excellence in interactive media production worldwide. Since 2001, the competition has received tens of thousands of entries from countries around the world and nearly all 50 U.S. states. Each year, those entries are narrowed down to the “best of the best” to be recognized and promoted on an international stage for their excellence. For more information, visit www.horizoninteractiveawards.com About Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). # # # |
04.30.14 |
Marcus® Hotels & Resorts Names Kevin Karau General Manager of Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark in Lake Geneva, Wis.
Milwaukee, cialis Wis., April 30, 2014. . . . . Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that Kevin Karau has been appointed general manager of Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark in Lake Geneva, Wis. In his new role, Karau will oversee the operations of the only all-suite destination of its kind in the Midwest offering year-round family-fun featuring Moose Mountain Falls, the 50,000 square-foot indoor/outdoor waterpark, 225 suites, meeting spaces and family barbeque restaurant.  Karau joined Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 2013 as director of operations for Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark’s sister property, the AAA Four-Diamond Grand Geneva Resort & Spa. Prior to joining Marcus Hotels & Resorts, he served as general manager of three beachfront hotels for Seahaven Beach Resorts in Panama City Beach, Fla. Prior to that role, he served as general manager of Mountain Lodge in Snowshoe, W.Va., and general manager of the Aspen/Snowmass region under ResortQuest International, one of the largest vacation rental management companies in the U.S. Karau’s experience also includes working for Intrawest Resorts, serving as director of lodging of Portofino Island Resort & Spa in Pensacola Beach, Fla. and hotel manager of Snowshoe Resort in Snowshoe, W.Va. He also served as vacation rental operations manager for WaterColor Inn and Resort in Santa Rosa Beach, Fla., and revenue manager of the Hermitage Hotel in Nashville, Tenn. “Kevin has a deep knowledge of resort destination condo properties, which will make him an ideal manager for Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. With over 20 years of destination resort hospitality experience, I know Kevin will use his strong foundation to continue to position Timber Ridge as one of the leading destination getaways in the Midwest,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president, The Marcus Corporation. Karau has actively participated in many industry organizations including the Florida Lodging Association, The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International, Vacation Rental Managers Association and the Snowshoe Resort Master Association Committee. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=57] About Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark The family-friendly Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark is located in the legendary southeastern Wisconsin community of Lake Geneva, just 90 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from Milwaukee. The property offers a collection of 225 expansive one and two-bedroom suites that are equipped with whirlpool baths, private balconies and spacious living rooms. Full kitchens, which boast full-sized refrigerators, stove-top burners, dishwashers and double sinks, provide complete comfort for families. The lodge also offers its signature 50,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor aquatic wonderland, Moose Mountain Falls – the area’s only Waterpark – as well as a 3,600-square-foot arcade, 3,500-square-foot ballroom and a family barbeque restaurant. For more information, please visit www.timberridgeresort.com and follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). # # # |
04.28.14 |
Marcus® Hotels & Resorts Promotes Steve Martin to Vice President of Human Resources
Milwaukee, Wis., April 28, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced the promotion of Steve Martin to vice president, human resources.  Martin joined The Marcus Corporation in 2000 as corporate human resources director of the company’s former Baymont Inns & Suites limited-service lodging division. During his career with the company he served as the director of human resources for the Hilton Milwaukee and held several human resources roles for The Marcus Corporation including director of benefits and most recently, assistant corporate director of human resources. In his new position, he will utilize his over 20 years of human resources and hospitality industry experience to support the company’s 18 properties and oversee operational human resources issues and strategic initiatives. Prior to joining The Marcus Corporation, Martin worked for Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotels and Embassy Suites. “Steve’s extensive background in human resources and knowledge of our business will help him to be very effective in his new role. Marcus Hotels & Resorts is fortunate to have him on our team,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president, The Marcus Corporation. Martin is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) and holds the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) designation from the HR Certification Institute. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in hospitality, restaurant and institution management from Iowa State University. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=56] Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). # # # |
04.16.14 |
Marcus® Hotels & Resorts Names Area Vice Presidents
Milwaukee, Wis., April 16, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that Jim Waldvogel, general manager of the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington and Tom Mason, general manager of the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, will assume additional responsibilities as area vice presidents for the company. Waldvogel will continue to serve as general manager of the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington, while also overseeing operations at the company’s Crowne Plaza-Northstar hotel in Minneapolis, Minn. and the Hilton Madison and Sheraton Madison in Madison, Wis. Waldvogel joined Marcus Hotels & Resorts in 1997 as general manager of the Crowne Plaza-Northstar hotel and assumed the role of general manager of the Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington in 2007.  Mason was named general manager of the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wis. in January. In his new role, he will continue to serve as general manager, while also overseeing the company’s Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark hotel in Lake Geneva, Wis. and the Four Points by Sheraton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Ill. As part of his added responsibilities, he will oversee the conversion of the Sheraton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile hotel to one of the first AC Hotels by Marriott in the U.S. to debut in spring 2015.  “Jim and Tom have extensive management experience and I am confident they will further enhance the reputation of Marcus Hotels & Resorts as members of our management team,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president, The Marcus Corporation. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=1] Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). # # # |
02.14.14 |
Marcus Hotels & Resorts Properties Recognized with AAA Four Diamond Award Rating
Milwaukee, Wis., February 14, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced that four of its owned and managed properties have again received the AAA Four Diamond Award rating in 2014. The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee, Wis., remains one of only 12 hotels in North America that have maintained AAA Four Diamond status for 38 consecutive years since the Diamond Ratings were first introduced in 1976. The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wis. maintained AAA Four Diamond status for 17consecutive years; the Skirvin Hilton in Oklahoma City, Okla. received the rating for the eighth consecutive year and the Hilton Milwaukee in Milwaukee, Wis. received the rating for the fourth consecutive year. Less than four percent of 59,000 AAA Approved hotels and restaurants receive this rating. The Pfister Hotel, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Skirvin Hilton and Hilton Milwaukee are part of a select group of establishments within North America. Currently, just 1,548 hotels and 729 restaurants hold the AAA Four Diamond Rating. Hotels at this level are committed to providing every guest with a personalized experience and attentive service in comfortable, high-quality surroundings, according to AAA. They typically offer an extensive array of amenities and guest services. “We pride ourselves on providing an exceptional environment for our guests, from our features and amenities to the high quality service our guests have come to expect,” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive vice president, The Marcus Corporation. “The AAA Four Diamond Award rating is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our associates in making every guest’s experience extraordinary.” “AAA is delighted to recognize The Pfister Hotel, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, Skirvin Hilton and Hilton Milwaukee as Four Diamond hotels,” said Michael Petrone, director of AAA Tourism Information Development. “To maintain the exceptional standards required for this rating on a daily basis is an outstanding achievement. AAA Four Diamond establishments are attentive to guests’ needs and consistently deliver memorable travel and dining experiences.” For more information on AAA Four Diamond criteria, please visit http://newsroom.aaa.com. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=49] About AAA Inspections For 78 years AAA has used professional inspectors to conduct in-person property inspections and publish the results to guide member travel decisions. AAA offers the only ratings based on on-site evaluations guided by member priorities. And, with more listed properties than any other rating entity, AAA operates the only rating system that covers the U.S., Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean. Diamond Rated hotels and restaurants are listed in AAA trip planning products: the eTourBook® guides and AAA Mobile® app for tablets and smartphones, the TripTik® Travel Planner and Travel Guides on AAA.com and AAA TourBook® guides available at AAA/CAA offices. Travelers can learn about AAA inspections and Diamond Ratings at AAA.com/Diamonds. Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels).
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02.03.14 |
Marcus Hotels & Resorts Appoints Ed Carrella Corporate Director of Restaurants
Milwaukee, Wis., February 3, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced leadership changes at its Mason Street Grill restaurant in downtown Milwaukee, Wis. Ed Carrella, former general manager of Mason Street Grill, has been promoted to corporate director of restaurants for Marcus Hotels & Resorts. In his new position, he will oversee day-to-day operations of all food and beverage outlets throughout the company’s 18-hotel portfolio, with a focus on the popular ChopHouse and Miller Time Pub & Grill brands as well as Mason Street Grill in Milwaukee. In addition, he will assist in budgeting and menu conception. During his three years as general manager of Mason Street Grill, he was responsible for increasing revenues by 10% and increasing profits by 50%. Carrella was born and raised in Chicago, Ill., where his family owned and operated a south-side Italian pizzeria. Growing up in the restaurant industry, his career highlights include working for primary establishments in Chicago, including serving as general manager of Sullivan’s Steakhouse, assistant general manager of Grand Lux Café, director of restaurant operations at House of Blues and assistant general manager of Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises.  “We are thrilled to promote Ed to corporate director of restaurants. His extensive background in restaurants, knowledge of food and beverage and his commitment to quality and training will help him to be very effective in his new role,” said Peggy Williams-Smith, corporate vice president of food and beverage for Marcus Hotels & Resorts. Marcus Hotels & Resorts also announced that Eric Grimm has been appointed the new general manager of Mason Street Grill and Cristina Gliatis will serve as assistant general manager of the restaurant. Grimm joins Marcus Hotels & Resorts with an extensive background in food and beverage, most recently serving as assistant general manager of Coopers Hawk Winery and Restaurant in Brookfield, Wis. In this role he was responsible for all front-of-restaurant operations and day-to-day management. Previously, he worked at T & J Hospitality Group in Tomah, Wis., where he was responsible for overseeing the food and beverage operations for Three Bears Lodge and the opening of two independent pizzerias, where he doubled sales in a 12-month period. Grimm has also served in management positions at Stir Crazy Fresh Asian Grill, Ruby Tuesday Restaurant and Papa Murphy’s Pizza. Cristina Gliatis most recently served as manager of Brisco County Wood Grill in Menomonee Falls, Wis., where she was responsible for overseeing marketing, sales, events and day-to-day management of a staff of 30. She began her food and beverage career with MGM Resorts in 1999 and assisted with the opening of Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Miss. She then went on to serve in various positions with Wynn Resorts and The Light Group/Mirage & Bellagio in Las Vegas. Most recently, she served as general manager of Nove Italiano in Las Vegas as part of N9NE Group at the Palms Casino Resort. “Both Eric and Cristina have a passion for creating a positive guest experience and have excellent managerial and operational skills. I am confident they will continue to foster a high-quality dining experience for our guests and further enhance Mason Street Grill’s reputation as one of Milwaukee’s finest dining establishments,” added Williams-Smith. To download the complete PDF release: [wpdm_file id=47] About Mason Street Grill Located in Downtown Milwaukee, Mason Street Grill is the place where Milwaukee works and plays. Serving lunch, dinner, after work cocktails, appetizers and more, Mason Street Grill is the quintessential neighborhood restaurant for Milwaukee residents and visitors alike. Under Executive Chef Mark Weber, Mason Street Grill’s open kitchen serves creative, regional American cooking that reflects the bounty and steadiness of Wisconsin roots. The wood fired oven and grill are the centerpieces of the menu and help to serve the best Midwestern steaks, chops, seafood and hearth baked breads and flatbreads. Wisconsin’s rich farmlands create a menu that is steeped in traditional elements, yet done with a flair and creativity reflective of Milwaukee’s new urban sensibilities. With a great bar scene, bustling dining room, lounge, elegant private dining and exciting menu, Mason Street Grill is the place to experience wonderful food, service and atmosphere. For more information, please visit: http://www.masonstreetgrill.com. Marcus Hotels & Resorts Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), owns and/or manages 18 hotels, resorts and other properties in 10 states. A force in the hospitality industry, Marcus Hotels & Resorts provides expertise in management, development and historic renovations. The company’s portfolio includes a wide variety of properties including city-center meeting hotels, upscale resorts and branded first-class hotels. For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit: https://media.marcushotels.com and follow the company on Facebook and Twitter (@MarcusHotels). # # # |
01.29.14 |
Marcus Hotels & Resorts to Open AC Hotels by Marriott℠ in Chicago
Company to transform Four Points by Sheraton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile into one of the first AC Hotels by Marriott to debut in the U.S.
Milwaukee, Wis., January 29, 2014. . . . .Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced it will convert its Four Points by Sheraton Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile hotel located at 630 N. Rush Street into one of the first AC Hotels by Marriott in the U.S. with an anticipated opening in spring 2015. “We are excited to bring one of the first AC Hotels by Marriott in the U.S. to Chicago’s River North area, ” said Thomas F. Kissinger, interim president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts and senior executive president, The Marcus Corporation. “This stylish, urban lifestyle brand brings together a contemporary and elegant look with the latest amenities and technology for the savvy traveler. The urban-inspired feel and sleek, European design makes this brand the perfect fit for Chicago, providing guests with a cosmopolitan, yet relaxed atmosphere, while having a strong connection to a very vibrant and lively city.” Inspired by the fashion houses of Spain and the runways of Italy, the AC Hotels by Marriott brand targets travelers searching for a design-led hotel in a great location with high-quality service. European aesthetics, stylish artifacts, simplistic designs and technology enabled functional spaces embody the brand. “The AC by Marriott Chicago will include 226 rooms and 6,000 square-feet of meeting space. Public spaces will feature multimedia areas and local museum-quality artifacts. The AC Lounge will offer a bar area with cocktails, craft beers and small plate food offerings, comfortable seating and complimentary Wi-Fi overlooking the Magnificent Mile. The AC by Marriott Chicago will also include the AC Library, AC Fitness and AC breakfast, offering healthy crafted breakfast options. All guestrooms will have dramatic lighting, functional work spaces, free Wi-Fi and sophisticated furnishings,” said Chris Anderson, senior vice president, Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “AC Hotels by Marriott brand is all about connecting with the culture of the city and all Chicago has to offer. Chicago’s lively Michigan Avenue is known as one of the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destinations in the U.S., and the rebranding will capture that local spirit and style that makes Chicago so special. We are excited to be one of the first AC Hotels in the U.S. and bring this successful brand to Chicago,” added Anderson. Founded by Antonio Catalan, The AC Hotels by Marriott brand was launched in Europe in 2011 as a joint venture between Marriott International and Spain’s AC Hotels. Today, the brand has a total of nearly 80 hotels located in Spain, Italy, Portugal and France. “We are very excited to bring our successful European brand to Chicago, as it is a perfect gateway city for design-conscious travelers,” said Callette Nielsen, vice president AC Hotels by Marriott. “This vibrant brand will fit in perfectly with Chicago’s fashion-forward, trendsetting environment, and will provide guests with an authentic travel experience right in the heart of downtown.” For the latest news and updates from Marcus Hotels & Resorts, please visit https://media.marcushotels.com. Download Full Press Release [wpdm_file id=46] |
