Michael Benecke Named President of Noble House Hotels & Resorts
BELLEVUE, WA, November 17, 2009 - Noble House Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the appointment of Michael J. Benecke to the position of President. Benecke assumes the position immediately, in addition to his current position of Chief Financial Officer of the company. Benecke, who has been with the Noble House organization for the past 22 years, will now lead and oversee the direct management of all hotel, restaurant and spa operations and continue to lead the financial direction for all Noble House entities.
"A distinguished employee, Michael Benecke possesses a commitment to excellence that provides insight and innovation in the hospitality arena," states Jake Donoghue, CEO of Noble House Hotels & Resorts. "Mr. Benecke, whose business acumen is unrivaled, has always been a leader in our organization. We are confident he will lead the company to even greater heights of sustained success. Emerging from this recessionary period with Mr. Benecke at the helm, affords Noble House Hotels & Resorts great comfort and stability."
Upon receiving his B.A. from Rutgers University, Benecke commenced his career with Sheraton Hotels. After serving in management capacities at various hotel properties and gaining invaluable experience in all aspects of the hospitality industry, he joined Noble House as corporate controller. During his tenure at Noble House, Benecke has methodically and effectively increased his role and presence in the successful operation of the company.
Michael Benecke currently resides in Issaquah, WA with his wife, Carol, and two children
About Noble House Hotels & Resorts
Founded in 1994, Noble House Hotels & Resorts is a privately held real estate development company based in Seattle, Washington. The company owns and manages 14 boutique hotels and resorts located in six states and spanning the four coastal corners of the U.S., including the legendary Riviera Resort & Spa in Palm Springs, California; Little Palm Island Resort & Spa in the Florida Keys and The Edgewater in Seattle, Washington. For more information or to book reservations, visit the Noble House Hotels & Resorts website at www.noblehousehotels.com.
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