Benchmark Appoints Gregory Allowe MD Naples Bay, FL

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. October 27, 2008

HOUSTON, TX, October 27, 2008. Benchmark Hospitality International has announced the appointment of Gregory Allowe as managing director for Naples Bay Resort, the luxury property that opened earlier this year in Naples, Florida. Sam Haigh, president and chief operating officer, made the announcement.

"It is with great enthusiasm that I welcome Greg to the Benchmark Hospitality team at Naples Bay Resort," said Mr. Haigh. "He brings a strong record of successes and vast hospitality experience to his new position."

Greg Allowe stated, "It is with extreme pleasure that I assume the leadership of Naples Bay Resort. I look forward to working closely with Benchmark Hospitality and the property's ownership, enabling Naples Bay Resort to operate at its maximum potential."

Throughout his distinguished career, Greg Allowe has built a solid reputation for positive hands-on leadership with each successive appointment. He brings an important sales and customer-focused orientation to his new role.

Mr. Allowe previously served as president of GAP Hospitality Consulting, where he was responsible for opening an independent luxury resort located in Breckenridge, Colorado. Allowe has served as vice president and managing director for The Townsend, a Preferred Hotel located in Birmingham, Michigan, and as general manager for the Nordic Hills Resort of Itasca, Illinois.

Earlier in his career, Greg Allowe invested ten years with Hyatt Hotels, serving as director of operations for the company's property in Schaumburg, Illinois. He also held key positions with Hyatt properties in New Orleans, San Francisco, Denver and Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Allowe began his career with Hyatt in food & beverage operations and the rooms department.

Mr. Allowe lives in the Naples area and brings intimate knowledge of this destination market to his new role.