John Lacle Named GM of Hilton Bentley Hotel and DeRodriguez Cuba on Ocean

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. March 14, 2012

MIAMI BEACH, FL - March 13 2012 - Having hones his skills in sales marketing for the hospitality industry over the past 17 years, John Lacle now serves a dual role as both the general manager for Miami Beaches 4 star AAA award winning hotel, the Hilton Bentley, as well as the restaurant, DeRodriguez Cuba on Ocean.

Earning a Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality from Florida State University and a Masters in International Business Administration from University of Miami, Lacle has worked with many of the top hospitality brands such as Hyatt Regency, LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort, Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort, as well as several other Hilton properties. Lacle has been working for Hilton hotels for over 9 years and most recently served as area director of sales and marketing. Having been promoted from front desk supervisor to sales and marketing director, Lacle has a proven track record of results. Lacle attended Hilton Sales College I and II and received a certification in Dr. Corvey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Lacle's expertise in Sales and Marketing has allowed John to be recognized with several accolades, recognizing him for his hard work and commitment to excellence. In 2005, Lacle received the Hilton's Chairman Recognition reward for Excellence in Sales and in 2006 he received the President's Recognition reward. John has consistently exceeded team group quotas and individual revenue goals as well as improved year-over-year RevPar Index at the Hilton Bentley. In 2010, he received national exposure for the Hilton Bentley on the televised show, “Kourtney & Khloe Take Miami” on E! Network. In that same year, John Lacle received Manager of the Year Award for Hilton Bentley followed by the AAA Four Diamond Award. John continues to move forward in his career, taking with him the prestige in the hospitality industry that he has earned over the years. In his previous position as the director of sales and marketing, John set and monitored sales team's personal and financial goals and oversaw the catering and wedding sales. His skills, contacts, and industry reputation is expected to bring even further success to the Hilton Bentley and DeRodriguez Cuba on Ocean.

About Hilton Bentley:
The Hilton brand's South Beach outpost, Hilton Bentley Hotel and Beach Club offers travelers a luxurious beachfront oasis situated at the southern-most tip of Ocean Drive in the exclusive “South of Fifth” enclave. Guests are footsteps away from Miami's most sought after restaurants and nightlife. For visitors looking to vacation within the hotel, the amenity-rich Hilton Bentley is a one-stop-shop for entertainment including celebrity chef Douglas Rodriguez's restaurant De Rodriguez Cuba on Ocean, Myles Chefetz's Prime Italian, the indulgent Bentley Beach Club, and the Zen sanctuary Spa 101. Designed by the famed Architectonica and appointed with handcrafted European furnishings, this all-suite property is the definition of opulence with modern upscale services. It's no wonder the Hilton Bentley is a favorite destination among celebrities including the Kardashian family who called this gem their Miami home while filming the E! Network's 'Kourtney and Khloe Take Miami.' 101 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139 | 305.938.4600