Loews Regency Hotel Names Jim McPartlin Managing Director
NEW YORK, NY - April 18, 2013 - Loews Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of Jim McPartlin as Managing Director of the company's flagship property, the Loews Regency Hotel. With more than 25 years of hospitality experience, he will oversee all sales, marketing and operational aspects of the soon-to-be revitalized iconic hotel.
McPartlin was most recently the General Manager of the W New York Times Square. Under his leadership the hotel achieved a market share of 118.5% in 2012 and their employee opinion survey improved from 78% in 2011 to 91% in 2012.
“As Jim begins a new chapter in his career with Loews Hotels, the Loews Regency Hotel also begins a new chapter in its history, following a $120 million renovation,” said Shawn Hauver, Vice President of Operations for Loews Hotels & Resorts. “We look forward to his vast experience in operations and branding to develop a service culture that will support the trademark legacy of the Loews Regency.”
He spent several years with W Hotels Worldwide, including opening the W Hollywood Hotel & Residences, Director of Brand Operations for the Western Region and General Manager for the W San Francisco. McPartlin has also held senior level positions with Andrè Balazs Properties, The Ian Schrager Company and Kimpton Hotels.
McPartlin received his Bachelor's of Science degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, New York and resides in New York City.
About Loews Hotels & Resorts
Headquartered in New York City, Loews Hotels & Resorts owns and/or operates 19 hotels and resorts in the U.S. and Canada including the newly acquired Loews Madison Hotel located in the heart of Washington at the epicenter of legendary D.C. landmarks and the Loews Boston Back Bay Hotel, one of Boston's preeminent historic buildings, situated on the corner of Berkeley and Stuart Streets. Located in major city centers and resort destinations in North America from coast to coast, the Loews portfolio features one-of-a-kind properties that go beyond Four Diamond standards to delight guests with a supremely comfortable, uniquely local and vibrant travel experience. For reservations or more information about Loews Hotels & Resorts, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or visit: www.loewshotels.com.
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