June 18, 2012 - Chicago native Rik Blyth, has recently been appointed as General Manager of the Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel. In this position, he is responsible for the day to day operations of the property, assuring quality guest service, overall financial success and setting of long range goals and business plans.

Blyth has had an extensive career in the hotel and tourism industry. He spent 12 years managing various resort properties in the US Virgin Islands before coming back to the North Shore. “It is exciting to be back in the city of my birth, especially in the North Shore area, which is such a beautiful part of Chicago with a great business base,” notes Blyth.

Prior to becoming the General Manager for Renaissance North Shore, Blyth and his family were quite the travelers. He and his family have resided in the US Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, Virgin Gorda and Barbados.

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About Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel:
Located at 933 Skokie Boulevard, Northbrook, IL 60062, the convenient and classic Renaissance Chicago North Shore Hotel embraces the natural beauty and upscale surrounding of Chicago’s North Shore. Just outside of downtown Chicago and close to attractions such as Ravinia Festival Park and the Chicago Botanic Garden, guests are able to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a local, personal experience at the AAA 4 Diamond award winning hotel. For more information, please visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/chinb-renaissance-chicago-north-shore-hotel/ or call (847) 498-6500.