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We are thrilled to announce that Moxy Asheville officially opened its doors to guests yesterday! The 115-room hotel features the iconic Bar Moxy, a modern lobby, and Wildwood Still – a rooftop bar experience for the whiskey enthusiasts, the whiskey-curious and the whiskey-indifferent. Catering to adventure seekers and the young at heart, the Moxy Hotels brand celebrates nonconformity, open-mindedness, and originality above all. Setting the tone for a playful stay, guests are treated to a complimentary cocktail, mocktail or coffee along with their room key upon check-in at the bar. The Moxy Asheville is creating a truly unique guest experience in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Congratulations to the opening team! 🥂

Today Vann Herring, our former CEO and advisory board member, is celebrating 34 years with McKibbon Hospitality. Vann’s had a front-row seat as the organization has evolved and flourished and has built one of the best teams in the business. Throughout his career, Vann has mentored countless individuals and watched them grow from “green” employees to respected industry leaders. To this day, it’s his proudest accomplishment.

This week Hampton Inn by Hilton is celebrating 40 years of Hamptonality! The Hampton Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach raised a toast with limited edition birthday Coca-Cola bottles. Happy Birthday Hampton! 🎉🎂

Our CEO Randy Hassen is celebrating 33 years with McKibbon Hospitality today! Joining the McKibbon family as a part-time houseman while attending the University of Georgia, Randy knew he found the company and team he wanted to grow his career with. After graduating from college, he held numerous positions at various McKibbon hotels until he was presented with the opportunity to open the Courtyard Tampa North as general manager in 1994. Randy was recognized by Marriott by receiving the 1995 General Manager of the Year for Courtyard. In 2000, he joined McKibbon’s corporate team as Director of Operations, followed by Vice President of Operations in 2007, Senior Vice President of Operations in 2009 and President in 2013.  Today as CEO, his favorite aspects of the job haven’t changed since his first day - he still enjoys working together as a team, having a good laugh, and giving back to the communities we serve.

The brand new Tru by Hilton Wilmington welcomed a visit from the Tru by Hilton brand leaders this week - Andrew Harp and Samuel M. Hargis! #TrubyHilton

We are thrilled to announce the opening of the Tru by Hilton Wilmington, a new addition to our growing management portfolio. Developed and owned by CN Hotels, the 107-room hotel is conveniently located off Market Street near Historic downtown Wilmington and Wilmington Riverwalk, home to more than 200 local shops, restaurants and attractions, with Wilmington International Airport two miles away and Wrightsville Beach a little over five miles away. The hotel features a 2,880-square-foot lobby with areas for guests to work, play games, eat and lounge, along with a 24/7 "Eat. & Sip." market and a fitness center that leverages the latest fitness trends including barre, TRX bands, Peloton bikes, free weights, cardio and flexibility gear! #hotelnews