Edward Andrews Appointed GM InterContinental Chicago
CHICAGO, IL, February 13, 2008. The InterContinental Chicago (505 N. Michigan) welcomes new General Manager Edward Andrews to the historic property in Chicago's downtown. With more than 25 years of experience in the U.S. and abroad, Andrews is well prepared for the position at the prestigious hotel.
"Since my first visit to Chicago, I have been in love with the city's diverse neighborhoods, thriving art scene and great dining options. In my new role at the InterContinental Chicago, I am eager to promote the city as a destination. I look forward to applying my global experience to this emerging international market through community and civic involvement," says Andrews.
A native Texan, Andrews began his career as an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager at the InterContinental Houston shortly after his graduation from Yale University. Making his way from that first position, subsequent roles have included Director of Food and Beverage, Hotel Manager and General Manager for properties as geographically diverse as the Castellana InterContinental Madrid, Hyatt Regency Casablanca, Hyatt Regency Belgrade and Hyatt Regency Brussels Barsey.
Most recently, Andrews was General Manager of the InterContinental Los Angeles Century City during which time he oversaw the conversion of the hotel from another brand.
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