Benchmark Appoints Andrew Blair Controller for Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs
Houston, Texas - May 9, 2013 - Benchmark Hospitality International®, a leading US-based independent hospitality management company, has appointed Andrew Blair controller for Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Todd Felsen, Benchmark's general manager for the property, a Benchmark Resort® located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, made the announcement.
“It is a pleasure to welcome Andy to our resort,” said Mr. Felsen. “He comes armed with an impressive background in finance, and significant experience within the hospitality industry. He is a great addition to our leadership team.”
Andrew Blair was previously resort controller and director of finance for Hammock Beach Resort, located in Palm Coast, Florida. While in this position, he also held regional controller responsibilities for Reunion Resort of Kissimmee, Florida.
Prior to these appointments Mr. Blair served as vice president and regional controller for a major hospitality management company. Throughout his career, Blair has held controller and assistant controller positions for both independent and major brand hotels and resorts located in Texas, Colorado and Oregon.
Blair is a graduate of the Hilton School of Hotel and Restaurant Management, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business degree, focusing on Accounting, Finance and Statistics. He is relocating to Colorado Springs with his family.
About Cheyenne Mountain Resort
Nestled against the stunning Rocky Mountains on 217 acres in Colorado Springs and managed by Benchmark Hospitality International, the AAA Four Diamond Cheyenne Mountain Resort, offers 316 finely appointed guest rooms and suites, featuring Rocky Mountain-inspired decor clustered in eight residential-style lodges. The resort features more than 40,000 square feet of newly renovated IACC-certified meeting space with 38 dedicated meeting rooms including a tiered amphitheater. In addition, Cheyenne Mountain offers three distinct dining venues including its signature restaurant The Mountain View, featuring Colorado Fusion cuisine. A vast array of recreational amenities include an 18-hole championship Pete Dye golf course, five sparkling pools, tennis and racquetball courts, a fitness center, acquatics center and a 35-acre recreation lake. For information or room reservations call 1-800-588-0250 or visit www.cheyennemountain.com.
About Benchmark Resorts & Hotels®
Benchmark Resorts & Hotels® represents the finest in lodging, dining, recreational and meeting accommodations. Many are certified by the International Association of Conference Centers, the leading professional organization governing the multi-billion dollar conference center industry on five continents, and many have also been recognized with the coveted Benchmark Conference Centers® certification of meeting excellence. Benchmark Resorts & Hotels deliver highly specialized service that anticipates guests' needs and ensures a hospitality experience unsurpassed and long remembered. www.benchmarkresortsandhotels.com. To become a fan on Facebook, visit www.facebook.com/BenchmarkResortsandHotels, or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/BenchmarkHotels.
About Benchmark Hospitality International
Benchmark Hospitality International is a leader in the management and marketing of resorts, conference centers, hotels, and Personal Luxury Resorts & HotelsSM. The independent company, launched in 1980, is a worldwide organization operating properties in major metropolitan and resort destinations. Benchmark's international headquarters is located in The Woodlands, Texas, near Houston. Benchmark Hospitality is also a founding member of the International Association of Conference Centers. The company's eastern regional office is in New Jersey, western regional office is in Washington, with international offices in Tokyo, Japan, and Santiago, Chile. For the location of Benchmark's properties and additional information, visit www.benchmarkhospitality.com.
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