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Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants |
SAN FRANCISCO, April 4, 2006 � Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
is pleased to announce Greg Wolkom as the company�s new Chief Financial
Officer. Wolkom�s extensive experience arranging financing for many leading
lodging, leisure, and real estate companies will be of significant importance
in supporting Kimpton�s aggressive growth strategy.
Wolkom brings to Kimpton a wealth of expertise in both corporate finance and in mergers and acquisitions. During his comprehensive career in banking and investment banking he has completed a wide range of transactions for some of the most preeminent lodging and leisure companies in the United States �Kimpton�s successful product platform is ready to be taken to the next level, especially as our growth increases in momentum,� said Kimpton�s President Mike Depatie. �We�re extremely pleased to have Greg at the helm of our financial operations. His expertise and excellent long-standing relationships in the lodging and real estate finance industry will be an important asset for Kimpton.� In his most recent position as managing director of corporate finance and global head of the lodging and leisure group for Banc of America, Wolkom was responsible for leading the bank�s lodging investment banking practice. This experience will provide Kimpton with strong financial leadership as the company continues to expand in existing and new markets. �I am thrilled to be joining the Kimpton team,� said Greg Wolkom. �As Kimpton embarks on a path towards major expansion, I look forward to being part of a company with such a reputable brand, distinct products and an esteemed culture.� Founded by Bill Kimpton in 1981, San Francisco-based Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants is a unique collection of boutique hotels coupled with chef-driven, destination restaurants. |
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