Crestline Appoints David Kipfmiller GM for Detroit Hilton Garden Inn
Mr. Kipfmiller joins Crestline Hotels & Resorts from Marriott International where he was the General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott, Livonia and Troy, MI
May 5, 2010 - Crestline Hotels & Resorts, Inc. today announced the appointment of David Kipfmiller as General Manager for The Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Detroit. The hotel is located in the heart of Detroit's business and entertainment district at Harmonie Park and is in close proximity to many business headquarters as well as Comerica Park. The hotel includes 198 guestrooms and 1200 square feet of meeting and event space.
Mr. Kipfmiller joins Crestline Hotels & Resorts from Marriott International where he was the General Manager of the Courtyard by Marriott, Livonia and Troy, MI. He brings 10 years of hospitality industry management, operations, and sales and marketing experience to this new role.
"We welcome David's experience and background in the greater Detroit market," said James Carroll, Chief Operating Officer, Crestline Hotels & Resorts. "David's commitment to guest service and quality operations, coupled with his leadership make him a perfect fit for this high profile hotel," added Carroll.
Mr. Kipfmiller holds a B.A. in Hospitality Business Administration from Michigan State University. He can be reached at David.Kipfmiller@crestlinehotels.com.




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