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The Magnolia Hotel Omaha Appoints James Finnegan as
General Manager
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News for the Hospitality Executive |
The Magnolia Hotel Omaha Appoints James Finnegan as
General Manager
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Nov. 30, 2009 (OMAHA)—The Magnolia Hotel Omaha today announced James M.
Finnegan has been named general manager for the 146-room boutique
hotel, located in the heart of downtown Omaha. “James Finnegan’s strong familiarity with the Omaha market and extensive hospitality background will undoubtedly be an asset to The Magnolia. We’re excited for James to oversee the hotel’s operations,” said Leigh Hitz, president of Magnolia Hotels. Finnegan brings to The Magnolia 18 years of hospitality management experience. His background includes working for Bartell Hotels in San Diego, Calif., for 11 years, serving in a general manager role for the Island Palms Hotel & Marina and the Best Western Bell Hotel. He also has served as the general manager for Providence Hospitality Partners in Denver, where he was the opening general manager for the upscale The Inn at Cherry Creek, and as a district manager for Best Western International in Phoenix, Ariz. Most recently, Finnegan served as area general manager for LQ Management, LLC in Omaha, overseeing operations of two La Quinta hotels in the Omaha market. Finnegan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Creighton University in Omaha. He is a Certified Hospitality Administrator from the Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging Association. Located across the street from the Orpheum Theater, the Omaha Magnolia Hotel is located in the heart of downtown, with convenient access to the Old Market District, the acclaimed Henry Doorly Zoo and the Western Heritage Museum. The Omaha Magnolia Hotel offers 24-hour valet parking, full-service catering and food and beverage services, room service and a 24-hour fitness center with steam room and dry sauna. Additionally, high-speed Internet access is available in all guestrooms and wireless Internet access is available in all common areas. For more information, visit www.magnoliahotelomaha.com. About Magnolia Hotels The Magnolia hotels are upscale boutique hotels catering to the sophisticated traveler, operated by Denver-based Magnolia Hotels, a privately held hotel management and development company. The company focuses on development, management, acquisition, re-branding, new construction and conversion of existing independent hotel properties. The core product line consists of award-winning, independent boutique hotels that offer a comfort, personality and style unlike that of trendy or branded hotels. Stylish interiors are designed with local flair. Comfort is fashioned through warm personal spaces such as signature Club rooms and restful suites. The company currently operates Magnolia hotels in Denver, Dallas, Houston and Omaha and is exploring other markets for additional growth opportunities. Magnolia Hotels also is actively seeking to acquire new hotel management contracts. For more information, visit www.magnoliahotels.com. |
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