Crescent Hotels Appoints Executive Management Team for Future Embassy Suites by] Hilton Scottsdale

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. January 08, 2016

SCOTTSDALE, AZ - January 8, 2016 - As the future Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale continues its $22-million transformation, a new executive management team is already creating buzz about Scottsdale's newest downtown resort. The hotel, currently known as Chapparal Suites Scottsdale, is located at the northeast corner of Scottsdale and Chaparral Roads.

“Each member of the executive team has extensive hospitality experience they've gathered all over the U.S. and the world,” said Markus Kohn, regional director of operations, Crescent Hotels and Resorts. “Our goal is to transform every aspect of the hotel leveraging all of that knowledge, from building elegant and comfortable rooms and beautiful and relaxing outdoor areas to providing world-class services, amenities and food.”

Executive Team Members:

Alan Klein, General Manager

Alan Klein, nearly a Scottsdale native and upstanding member of the Scottsdale community, has successfully led multiple hotels and major hotel transformations. With more than 24 years of hospitality experience in all phases of operations and all levels of management, Klein has proven results such as increased profitability, improved employee and guest satisfaction, and creating new revenue streams. Past turnarounds include the Westward Look Wyndham Grand Resort & Spa in Tucson, the Saguaro in Old Town Scottsdale, and Monterey Beach Resort in California. Klein is active in his community and has served as the former Chair of the Southern Arizona Lodging and Resort Association, Board Director of Visit Tucson, Board Director on the Arizona Lodging and Tourism Association, Board Director of the Valley Hotel and Resort Association and is currently a Board Director of the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Todd Muilenburg, Director of Sales and Marketing

Todd Muilenberg has an exceptional history working with three-, four-, and five-diamond hotels and resorts. His decade of experience includes working in sales and marketing for locations such as the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa, Resort Suites, and Fairmont Scottsdale. His career also includes leading the sales and marketing for hotels within both the Marriott and Embassy Suites brands. Currently, with Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale, Muilenburg is responsible for maintaining and building the hotel's clientele and brand image.

John du Toit, Executive Chef

Executive Chef John du Toit drives the culinary direction for all food and beverage services at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale, from overseeing the hotel's full-service restaurant to creating custom catering menus for private events. Originally from Patagonia, Arizona, du Toit blends cuisines from his global experiences with his Southwestern heritage to create dishes that are uniquely local, surprising and satisfying. Chef du Toit has earned both local and national recognition, including an accolade from the New York Times as an accomplished pastry chef, and was winner of the “Southwestern Plate of Excellence” award from the American Culinary Foundation.

Hotel Opening in Spring 2016

The entirely transformed Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale will include 312 updated elegant guest suites, all of which feature two rooms or more. The redesigned lobby, exterior, landscaping and pools are all part of the 15-acre renovation, providing multiple locations for weddings, social events or peaceful relaxation. The existing restaurants will also be completely reimagined by Chef du Toit to include a wine bar and fresh, exciting dining choices.

The hotel is located at 5001 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85250 and remains open during the renovation with every effort being made to minimize the impact on guests' experiences. To book a room reservation or get more information, visit www.chaparralsuites.com or call + 1 480 949 1414.

Reservations for the Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale are currently being accepted for July 6, 2016 and beyond with an expected conversion to the new brand in spring of 2016. To reserve at Embassy Suites or for updates on the grand opening date, please visit www.embassysuitesscottsdale.com.

For more information on the Embassy Suites by Hilton brand, please visit www.embassysuites.com and www.news.embassysuites.com.

About Chaparral Suites, Soon To Be Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale

Chaparral Suites, soon to be Embassy Suites by Hilton Resort Scottsdale, is open for business while completing a $22 million renovation to upgrade every element of the 15-acre property. Located within walking distance of Scottsdale Fashion Square, Old Town Scottsdale and the Scottsdale Waterfront, the hotel features 312 upgraded guest suites, including multiple-room executive and VIP suites, and 60,000 sq. ft. of flexible meetings space, which includes an 11,000 sq. ft. conference center. Plenty of modern and comfortable indoor and outdoor space add to the resort feel of the property, ideal for weekend travelers, families, weddings, and meeting-goers. Chaparral Suites was purchased in 2014 by Snyder Nationwide Real Estate, Inc., and renovation is expected to be completed in Spring 2016. For more information visit www.chaparralsuites.com or www.embassysuitesscottsdale.com.

About Embassy Suites by Hilton

Embassy Suites by Hilton, one of Hilton Worldwide's twelve market-leading brands, is dedicated to delivering what matters most to travelers. The full service, upscale brand offers two-room suites, free made-to-order breakfast and a nightly two-hour reception with complimentary drinks and snacks. Both leisure and business travelers looking for a relaxed, yet sophisticated experience will feel right at home with brand-standard amenities like inviting atriums and complimentary 24-hour business and fitness centers. Embassy Suites by Hilton has over 220 hotels with more than 40 in the pipeline. Hilton HHonors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to benefits including free standard Wi-Fi, as well as digital amenities that are available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton HHonors app, where HHonors members can check-in and choose their room. For more information, visit www.embassysuites.com.

About Snyder Nationwide Real Estate, Inc.

Snyder Nationwide Real Estate, Inc. is a longstanding, international hotel brokerage company based in Scottsdale, Ariz., which specializes in the brokerage of hotels throughout the U.S., with special expertise in high-end, non-branded hospitality properties. Snyder Nationwide, also develops and owns hotels and resorts in the southwest. Specializing in the repositioning of hotels in upscale markets that have a high degree of business travel. One of their recent redevelopments located in Silicon Valley won an international first place award for “Design of the Year” from Hospitality Design magazine.

About Crescent Hotels

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is a nationally recognized, top-5 operator of hotels and resorts. Crescent currently operates over 100 hotels and resorts in 27 states in the US and 5 provinces in Canada. Crescent is one of the few elite management companies approved to operate upper-upscale and luxury hotels under the brand families of Marriott, Hilton, Starwood, Hyatt and IHG. Crescent also operates a collection of legendary independent hotels and resorts. Crescent's clients are made up of hotel REITs, private equity firms and major developers. For more information, please visit www.chrco.com.