FAIRFAX, Va., Feb. 2, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- James Carroll, President & CEO of Crestline Hotels & Resorts, today announced the appointment of Martin St John as Vice President of Operations. Mr. St John joins Crestline from the Intercontinental Hotel Group (IHG) where he was Regional Director of Hotel Operations for IHG's company managed hotel group. Mr. St John's appointment comes as Crestline is poised for rapid expansion in 2015.
"We welcome Martin's multi-faceted expertise which spans budgeting, financial controls, financial reporting and associate training," said Carroll. "But what excites us most about Martin, is his tenacity to get the job done, his willingness to lead through listening, and his drive for success," added Carroll.
Martin St John brings more than 22 years of hospitality industry management experience to this new position at Crestline. In addition to his long career with IHG, which began in 1998, Mr. St John also held positions with GF Management, Inc. and Sheraton Hotels. He attended Stockton State College in Pomona, NJ. Mr. St John can be reached at martin.stjohn@crestlinehotels.com.
About Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC
Crestline Hotels & Resorts LLC is one of the nation's largest independent hospitality management companies. Founded in 2000, the company presently manages 40 hotels, resorts, and conference centers with more than 7,200 rooms in 12 states and the District of Columbia. Crestline manages properties under such well-regarded brands as Marriott, Hilton, Westin, and Crowne Plaza as well as independent, private label hotels and conference centers throughout the United States. For more information visit: www.crestlinehotels.com.
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