Hyatt’s newest South Florida hotel welcomes executive team

Located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale’s bustling business district, Hyatt Centric Las Olas announces the appointment of General Manager Eyal Goldberger and Director of Sales and Marketing Katherine Beja-McLennan. The duo will oversee operations of the new-build, full-service, 238-room property, which will open its doors this spring as a premiere destination for business, group, and leisure travelers, looking to experience South Florida.

An Israel native with roots in Miami, Goldberger began his hospitality career at Stanton South Beach, an Art Deco-inspired Marriott property in Miami Beach’s upscale South of Fifth neighborhood, where he worked his way up the ranks from Director of Operations to Assistant General Manager. A member of theswoodHyatt family for several years, prior to joining the team at Hyatt Centric Las Olas he was General Manager of the 105-room Hyatt Centric South Beach. In his new role, Goldberger will be responsible for daily operations, staff development, budgeting and financial planning, increasing sales and revenue, and ensuring guest satisfaction. The multi-lingual hospitality pro is known for his fresh, youthful perspectiveand has earned a reputation for innovative concepts that showcase a creative twist on traditional hotel programming and day-to-day operations. When he’s not busy running a hotel, Goldberger gets his miles in running and cycling on the weekends.

“I couldn’t be more honored to lead our incredibly talented team as we prepare to open what will soon be the #1 destination for a refined escape in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale,” said Goldberger.“With proximity to the riverfront, local offices, the Brightline/Virgin train station, and Las Olas Entertainment District, this hotel doesn’t just put travelers at the center of it all; we’re positioned to be a prime social hub for the local community and encourage our neighbors to take advantage of our restaurants and rooftop bar. We’re looking forward to making Hyatt Centric Las Olas a local staple that caters to guestswho want to experience the best this area has to offer.”

Beja-McLennan brings more than 20 years of industry knowledge and experience to the Hyatt Centric Las Olas team. Making her way from the Big Apple to the Sunshine State, Beja-McLennan has held various positions in food & beverage and executive team management at properties and brands ranging from The St. Regis New York and W Union Square to Delano South Beach, Wyndham Puerto Rico, and more. Most recently, she was Director of Sales and Marketing at Pier Sixty-Six Hotel & Marina where she earned a reputation for exceeding the property’s total annual revenue, increasing RevPAR index, and spearheading the development and launch of a new digital marketing and e-commerce platform. In her new role, Beja-McLennan will be responsible for leading Hyatt Centric Las Olas’ sales and marketing efforts, developing strategies for revenue growth, managing a team of sales associates, and working with marketing and PR to ensure consistent media messaging and social communication strategy. She was born and bred in Brooklyn and practices yoga in her free time.

About Hyatt Centric Las Olas Fort Lauderdale

Located inside the new-build 100 Las Olas, which is destined to become the tallest building in Fort Lauderdale at 499 feet, Hyatt Centric Las Olas is a modern, urban escape in a chic, sophisticated setting complete with city skyline views. Features include 238 stylish guest rooms, a lobby-level HarborwoodUrban Kitchen and Bar, and a sky-high Elev8 Rooftop pool and bar, which feature panoramic downtown views, fire pits and private cabanas. Plus more than 12,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space and 113 luxury condominium residences, beginning on the 16^th level. Inspired by the area’s yachting culture, the property’s design is a nod to the nautical with colors, textures, and shapes that seamlessly blend with its surroundings. Location here is everything: the hotel features close proximity to the riverfront, Las Olas Entertainment District, Flagler Art & Technology (FAT) Village, Broward College and Florida Atlantic University campuses, Fort Lauderdale International Airport, Port Everglades Cruise terminals, Brightline/Virgin Train station, Broward Performing Arts Museum, and more. https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/florida/hyatt-centric-las-olas-fort-lauderdale/fllct

About Kolter Hospitality

Kolter Hospitality, based in Delray Beach, FL, specializes in hotel management, development and acquisitions in the hospitality sector. Kolter Hospitality’s alignment of core values and a performance-based framework has enabled the organization to realize success in management, development and franchisee/partner relations, which are fueled by the continued growth of its development and acquisitions pipeline. Kolter Hospitality currently operates 8 hotels totaling 1,343 keys in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Fort Lauderdale, Estero, Sarasota and St. Petersburg. In the development and construction stages are additional hotel projects in Orlando, Palm Beach Gardens, Delray Beach and Fort Lauderdale, which will grow the portfolio to over 2,100 keys total. www.kolterhospitality.com