The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, September 2012 … Benchmark Hospitality International, a leading U.S.-based hospitality management company, has appointed Bryan Ashlock hotel manager for Turtle Bay Resort, the landmark property on Oahu’s North Shore.  Danna Holck, vice president and general manager, made the announcement.
 
"I am very pleased to welcome Bryan to our property,” said Ms. Holck.  “He brings an important understanding of hotel and food & beverage operations to Turtle Bay Resort, and a unique spirit of aloha.  Bryan is a great addition to our leadership team.”
 
Bryan Ashlock was most recently director of food & beverage and executive chef for the Sheraton Maui Resort and Spa.  He has previously served as executive chef for several Sheraton properties in Hawaii.  Mr. Ashlock has also held the title of executive sous chef for luxury properties within Hawaii, Japan and Hong Kong. 
 
Mr. Ashlock is the recipient of numerous resort, culinary, destination and social service awards for extraordinary professional contributions.  He and his family have relocated to Oahu’s North Shore.

About Turtle Bay Resort
There’s one North Shore on Oahu. And there’s one resort on it. Ideal for watermen, wave watchers or waders, Turtle Bay Resort is at the epicenter of set after set of activities, events and adventures. Complete with the finest accommodations and amenities suited for the entire family, Turtle Bay Resort is where the “7-Mile Miracle” begins and the lineup is endless. To stay up to date on the Turtle Bay surfing experience, check out http://turtlebaysurf.com/

The 840-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. For reservations or more information, visit www.turtlebayresort.com or call (808) 293-6000.

About Benchmark Hospitality International
Benchmark Hospitality International is a leader in the management and marketing of resorts, conference centers, hotels, and Personal Luxury Resorts & Hotels^SM.  The independent company, launched in 1980, is a worldwide organization operating properties in major metropolitan and resort destinations.  Benchmark's international headquarters is located in The Woodlands, Texas, near Houston. Benchmark Hospitality is also a founding member of the International Association of Conference Centers.  The company's eastern regional office is in New Jersey, western regional office is in Washington, with international offices in Tokyo, Japan, and Santiago, Chile. For the location of Benchmark's properties and additional information, visit www.benchmarkhospitality.com.