Christophe Thomas Appointed General Manager of SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills

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. May 18, 2016

LOS ANGELES, CA. May 18, 2016 - The award-winning SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills is pleased to announce the appointment of Christophe Thomas to the position of General Manager. Thomas brings 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry to the property, where he will oversee operations for the 297-room hotel with 500 associates.

Thomas initially joined Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2008 as General Manager of the W New York Union Square where he earned the hotel the second highest Guest Experience Index score and sustained it thereafter for several years. In 2013, Thomas moved west to lead the team at San Francisco's landmark The Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel, to oversee its multi-million dollar renovation and repositioning. During his tenure with the four star and four diamond property, he was a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement - Hotel Executive honor at the 11th Annual Hotel Hero Awards; his extensive renovation efforts were also recognized in the 2015 Forbes list of the 23 Most Anticipated Hotel Renovations in the world.

In entering his new position with the SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills, Thomas states, "It is with great pleasure and excitement that I embark on this journey with the SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills and continue to lead another exceptional The Luxury Collection property. I look forward to building upon the foundation of service and innovation alongside the fantastic team in place here."

Thomas' hospitality career first began in 1990 in the front office at Le Meridien Etoile in Paris. Quickly graduating to a role with Hilton Worldwide in Paris led him to gain global expertise through corporate positions in Jamaica, Brazil, and Morocco, among other international destinations. In 2000, he joined the team at The Drake in Chicago as the Director of Revenue Management and was promoted in 2003 to Director of Rooms.

In August 2005, his considerable experience allowed Thomas to support and assist safety efforts in the New Orleans community during Hurricane Katrina at the Windsor Court Hotel as Director of Rooms. Thomas then joined the Ian Schrager Hotel Group to open one of the most lauded and unique hotels in New York City - The Gramercy Park Hotel - as Hotel Manager, where his training and operational expertise aided in developing the cultural ethos of the group's first luxury property.

In his role as General Manager of SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills, Thomas will be responsible for overseeing all hotel operations - inclusive of the property's food & beverage program, such as The Bazaar by Jose Andres - as well as sales and community & guest relations.

A native of France, Thomas earned his degree in Hotel Management from the Hospitality School of Strasbourg, after which he set off to explore the world and share his passion for hospitality and attention to detail.

SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills is located at 465 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048.

About SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills

Located at the crossroads of Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills, a Luxury Collection Hotel, is the flagship property of the SLS Hotels brand. Challenging every traditional convention of luxury hospitality, SLS Hotels is built upon the fundamental principles of discovery, humanity, elegance and authenticity. The 297-room SLS Hotel at Beverly Hills is part of The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts brand, managed by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., with design by Philippe Starck and a culinary program crafted by world renowned Spanish chef Jose Andres. Innovative and eclectic dining reaches new heights at The Bazaar by Jose Andres, a collection of magical dining and lounge experiences woven into a modern-day indoor piazza, which received a rare 4-star review from the Los Angeles Times, and was a finalist for the James Beard Awards' "Best New Restaurant." Ciel Spa by Pearl Wellness at SLS is a unique world class spa concept, open to hotel guests and locals alike. www.slshotels.com.

About The Luxury Collection Hotels and Resorts

The Luxury Collection® is an ensemble of hotels and resorts offering unique, authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. For the global explorer, The Luxury Collection offers a gateway to the world's most exciting and desirable destinations. Each hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its location; a portal to the destination's indigenous charms and treasures. Magnificent decor, spectacular settings, impeccable service and the latest modern conveniences combine to provide a uniquely enriching experience. Originated in 1906 as a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties, today The Luxury Collection brand is a glittering ensemble of 100 world's finest hotels and resorts in more than 30 countries in bustling cities and spectacular destinations around the world. The Luxury Collection includes award-winning properties that continuously exceed guest expectations by offering unparalleled service, style and class while celebrating each hotel's distinctive heritage and unique character. All of these hotels, many of them centuries old, are internationally recognized as being among the world's finest. For more information, please visit www.luxurycollection.com.

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