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CHS New York Happy Hour

The CHS New York City Chapter had a great Happy Hour at Clinton Hall, near POD 51 Hotel on Monday Nov 8th. Thanks to all who joined us and to Clinton Hall team for their hospitality!

 

Annual CHS NY Holiday Party

On Thursday night, December 8, 2017, Hotelies from across the nation gathered in NYC the New York chapter’s annual holiday party, which took place at the beautiful Pierre Hotel! Delicious bites and tasty cocktails flowed on the brisk December evening.

CHS New York Holiday Party – Pierre Hotel

CHS New York Holiday Party – Pierre Hotel

CHS New York Holiday Party – Pierre Hotel

CHS New York Annual HX Reception

On November 13th, CHS NYC hosted the 95th annual HX Reception at Current, a fabulous river-front venue at Chelsea Piers. This esteemed annual event provides an opportunity for students, alumni and prominent industry leaders to connect and network while enjoying tasty cocktails and world-class cuisine catered by Abigail Kirsch. Stephen Brandman, CEO of Journal Hotels (Title Sponsor), spoke about his new venture and shared an exhilarating short film highlighting Journal Hotels’ portfolio. CHS NYC looks forward to an exciting 2018 event calendar, filled with engaging events, professional development and more!

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York 95th Annual HX Reception and Auction at Chelsea Piers

CHS New York Hosts The Ninth Annual Big Apple Update

On October 20, 2017, the CHS New York chapter held their Ninth Annual Big Apple Update. The luncheon was hosted by Scott Nadeau ’77, General Manager of the Marriott Marquis.  Following lunch, the attendees enjoyed a panel of experts that provided an update on the New York Hospitality Industry.  The panelists included:

  • Arthur Adler (SHA ‘78) – Moderator, Chairman – Americas, Jones Lang LaSalle Hotel and Hospitality Group
  • Gina Bertucci – Director of Event Management & Catering, Sheraton Times Square New York, Marriott International
  • Cindy Estis-Green (SHA ’79) – Co-Founder and CEO, Kalibri Labs
  • Donna Keren – SVP Research & Analysis, NYC & Company
  • Cornelia Samara – General Manager, 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
  • Bernard Schwartz – Co-Founder, Apicii

Thank you to event sponsors: New York Marriott Marquis, HoteAVE, Schrier Wirth Executive Search

Ninth Annual Big Apple Update

Ninth Annual Big Apple Update

Ninth Annual Big Apple Update

New York Hotelies Excel At Excel

On Tuesday, August 15, 2017, the New York City chapter hosted a Microsoft Excel Workshop & Happy Hour event at a We Works in Manhattan. The seminar was led by Hotel School professor Mark McCarthy ’86.  Following a brush-up on the skills learned during freshman Business Computing, the group gathered to network and enjoy some light bites and beverages.

CHS NYC – Excel Workshop and Happy Hour

WeWorks – Site of the Excel Workshop and Happy Hour

Hotelies get a refresher in Excel

Drink and light bites after a hard session on Excel.

NYC Chapter Happy Hour at 1Hotel Brooklyn

On July 27th, CHS NYC Chapter organized a special tour and rooftop happy hour at the brand new 1Hotel Brooklyn Bridge. The hotel is a waterfront retreat, with expansive views of the East River and Manhattan skyline. It is designed by local artists using native greenery and reclaimed materials.

Manhattan skyline from the roof of the 1Hotel Brooklyn.

Hotelies gather at the new 1Hotel in Brooklyn.

Hotelies gather at the new 1Hotel in Brooklyn.

Room at the new 1Hotel in Brooklyn.

 

CHS NYC Food and Beverage Forum

On March 30, sixty-five Hotelies gathered to listen to a panel of industry authorities discuss how restaurants are leveraging new technologies to enhance their bottom lines. The presentation was an intimate conversation between operators, startup leaders, and data experts. The event was held at the Beekman Hotel.

CHS NY Chapter – F&B Panel – March 30

CHS NY F&B Panelists

The Beekman Hotel – CHS NY F&B Forum Event

CHS NY F&B Forum Reception

CHS NY F&B Forum Reception

CHS NY F&B Forum Reception

CHS NY F&B Forum Reception

CHS F&B Forum Reception