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Benchmark Hospitality International Appoints Bob Boyle Regional Director of Operations

The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, July 2009 ... Benchmark Hospitality International has named Bob Boyle regional director of operations for the leading hospitality management company.  This new role is in addition to Mr. Boyle’s responsibilities as vice president and general manager of Turtle Bay Resort, Benchmark’s offshore flagship property located on Oahu's North Shore.  The promotion was announced by Greg Champion, Benchmark’s chief operating officer. 

“I am so pleased to announce Bob’s new responsibilities at our company,” said Mr. Champion.  “He has become an invaluable member of our executive team and has provided superb leadership in a challenging economy and with terrific results.  He is also a great motivator of people and is an important addition to our operating team.”

In his new role as regional director of operations, Mr. Boyle assumes responsibility for overseeing the 326-guestroom Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center, Benchmark’s award-winning property located in Scottsdale, Arizona.  He will continue in his responsibilities at the 443-guestroom Turtle Bay Resort.  Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center and Turtle Bay Resort are the two largest resort properties in Benchmark Hospitality’s portfolio. 

Under Mr. Boyle’s leadership, the ocean-side Turtle Bay Resort has seen record results for occupancy, average daily rate, revenues, gross operating profits and guest satisfaction levels in each of the four years he has led the resort.  Additionally, for the second consecutive year, Turtle Bay Resort has been named one of the “World’s Best Hotels” by Travel + Leisure magazine, in addition to several other awards the resort has received under his leadership.

In 2008, Mr. Boyle was given one of Benchmark Hospitality’s most prestigious honors, the “CEO of Sales Award,” presented annually to the general manager who exemplifies truly outstanding contributions and extraordinary support for his or her property's sales efforts.   

About Turtle Bay Resort
 
Located on the North Shore of Oahu, the 880-acre Turtle Bay Resort is operated by Benchmark Hospitality International and is a Preferred Hotels® & Resorts Worldwide property  - a collection of the world's finest independent luxury hotels.

Famous for world-class surfing, pristine white sand beaches, and its charming country setting, the North Shore also offers colorful cultural attractions, innovative ecological endeavors, and environmental adventures.. 

For reservations or more information, visit www.TurtleBayResort.com; e-mail TBRreservations@benchmarkmanagement.com or call toll free (866) 827-5327.

About Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center

Located in the heart of scenic McCormick Ranch, recognized for the splendor of its lakes, greenbelts and golf courses, the 326-room Scottsdale Resort & Conference Center www.thescottsdaleresort.com provides convenient access to both the dramatic beauty of the Sonoran Desert and the lively shopping, restaurant, gallery, and club scene of Scottsdale. The resort borders the McCormick Ranch Golf Club offering private golf views from rooms, patios and restaurants.  The Palm Court serves classic American cuisine with Continental service in a casual yet elegant environment. Both the Palm Court and the resort are Four Diamond Award winners.

About Benchmark Hospitality International

Benchmark Hospitality International is a leader in the management and marketing of resorts, conference centers, hotels, and Personal Luxury Hotels™.  The privately held company, launched in 1980, is a founding member of the International Association of Conference Centers.  Benchmark Hospitality is a worldwide organization operating properties in major metropolitan and resort destinations.  Benchmark's international headquarters is located in The Woodlands, Texas, near Houston, with regional offices in New Jersey and Connecticut.  International offices are located in Tokyo, Japan, and Santiago, Chile. For the location of Benchmark’s properties and additional information, visit www.benchmarkhospitality.com.  

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