Hotel Equities to Manage Hampton Inn by Hilton in Panama City, Florida
ATLANTA, GA. November 17, 2015 - Atlanta-based Hotel Equities announced its selection as the management company for the Hampton Inn by Hilton in Panama City, Florida. Conveniently located near the Panama City Mall, the hotel is situated in the heart of the business district at 2338 Mercedes Avenue within minutes of some of the world's most beautiful beaches in Panama City Beach, Florida.
With this addition in Panama City, Hotel Equities expands its portfolio of over 10 hotels in the Florida panhandle.
“Florida is an important state for us and we've been fortunate to achieve strong growth in the panhandle area with additional projects in the works,” said Joe Reardon, Sr. Vice President of Marketing and Business Development. “Our firm's operational expertise and knowledge of resort-destination location properties will ensure the success of this hotel with our guests.”
Take a short ride to Panama City Beach to admire the sugary white sands and emerald-green waters on this Gulf Coast paradise. Boating, water skiing, snorkeling and most water sports are available within minutes of our hotel in Panama City, Florida. Explore the surrounding wilderness with unique parks like Blountstown with the Panhandle Pioneer Settlement or the Pine Log Forest near Ebro.
“We are excited to implement our best-in-class sales and operations teams to provide optimal results for our ownership group,” said Mr. Reardon. “Our award-winning guest service and management expertise will deliver a great value to the hotel.”
About Hotel Equities
Hotel Equities (HE) is an Atlanta-based full-scale hotel management, development and consulting firm operating more than 100 hotels throughout North America and internationally. Frederick W. Cerrone, CHA, serves as Chairman and CEO; Brad Rahinsky serves as President and COO. For more information, visit www.hotelequities.com.
Contact:
Margaret M. Jones, Director of Public Relations
770.934.2170
Brad Rahinsky, President and Chief Operating Officer
678.578.4444 x 22
Joe Reardon, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Business Development
678.578.4444 x 23




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