RHW News and Information

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS COMES TO FIRST & MAIN TOWN CENTER IN COLORADO SPRINGS

Colorado Springs, CO (December 16, 2011) --- RHW Management, Inc. along with Nor’wood Development Group announce the development of a new Holiday Inn Express to be located next to the Cinemark Theatre within First and Main Town Center on Powers Boulevard.

The $8.5 million, 82 room Holiday Inn Express is being specifically designed to complement the premier shopping and entertainment district, while maintaining the contemporary brand image and vast array of service amenities preferred by travelers.  It is scheduled to open in the Spring of 2013 and will add approximately 25 new jobs tothe area.

Guests of the hotel will enjoy a complimentary Express Start™ Breakfast Bar, free high-speed internet, and the SimplySmart® Guest Bath and Bed Collection exclusive to Holiday Inn Express. Leisure guests will love relaxing in the indoor pool, while business travelers will appreciate the spacious work desk and business center.

“RHW is thrilled to be partnering with Nor’wood on this project which marks our seventh hotel in Colorado Springs. We strongly value the community here, which we have enjoyed for nearly 16 years,” said Richard Wiens, President of RHW Management.

RHW MANAGEMENT, INC. RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE 2011 TOP 100 MANAGMENT COMPANIES BY HOTEL BUSINESS MAGAZINE

RHW is honored to have been recognized as one of the 2011 Top Hotel Companies in the September edition of Hotel Management Magazine

COURTYARD IN COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO COMPLETES A MAJOR LOBBY RENOVATION

New Design Features High Tech GoBoard®, Flexible Work and Social Spaces and a 24/7 Food and Beverage Market

Colorado Springs, CO – October 29, 2011 – Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) announced that the 90-room Courtyard by Marriott located at 2570 Tenderfoot Hill Street in Colorado Springs, CO has completed a major renovation of its lobby. The hotel now features the brand’s new Refreshing Business lobby concept, designed to give travelers the flexibility to work and socialize however they choose while on the road.

“From day one, Courtyard has prided itself as a brand that listens to what travelers want from a hotel,” said Janis Milham, vice president, Global Brand Manager, Courtyard by Marriott.   “Guests want more control and choice with services and amenities that create a healthy balance between working and relaxing. We redefined the Courtyard lobby so it invites guests to get out of their rooms to work, socialize or for entertainment, whether traveling alone or with colleagues.”

The open, bright and contemporary new Courtyard hotel lobby welcomes guests with vivid contrasting colors, including blue, green, orange and red.  The traditional front desk is replaced with separate welcome pedestals to create more personal and private interactions when guests check in.  This will allow staff to move about to show guests the lobby features and provide assistance.  Flexible seating options range from a communal table in the middle of the action, to more private media booths with high-definition televisions, to a more intimate, semi-enclosed lounge area.

A signature element of the new lobby is the exclusive GoBoard® technology, a 52-inch LCD touch screen packed with local information, maps, weather, and news, business and sports headlines.  Guests can navigate using the touch screen to find restaurants, local attractions and directions.

Guests can connect to free WiFi and there are ample electrical outlets throughout the lobby to power digital devices.  The enlarged business library features several complimentary computer terminals along with a free printer and separate computer stations dedicated to printing airline boarding passes and checking flight status.

Dining has been completely redesigned with The Bistro – Eat. Drink. Connect.; offering casual, flexible seating; easier access to food and higher quality, healthier menu options for breakfast; and light evening fare, including snacks, wine and beer so guests can unwind.  The MarketTM, a 24/7 shop for snacks, beverages and sundries, is always open for late-night cravings or the toothpaste you forgot to pack.

MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL HONORS THE COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT KANSAS CITY SHAWNEE FOR GUEST SERVICE EXCELLENCE

     Shawnee, KS (April 7, 2011) --- For the fifth year in a row, the Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Shawnee has been recognized by Marriott International as a brand leader in guest service excellence earning the hotel the coveted Gold Award. Managed by RHW Management of Overland Park, KS, the Courtyard is a market share leader in the Johnson County area for offering a top-notch guest experience in a stylish and comfortable environment, as well as professional meeting services.  
     In order to receive this prestigious honor, the hotel had to have obtained an overall guest satisfaction rating in the top 10% of the brand. With nearly 900 reputable Courtyards worldwide vying for the award, a hotel must be impeccably stellar to stand out in the eyes of the guests to receive such recognition.
     “We are honored to be recognized by Marriott International for the fifth time since we opened in 2005,” said Ryan Cipolla, General Manager of the Courtyard Kansas City Shawnee. “We have an unbelievable team dedicated to providing outstanding service to our guests, and we will soon have a new lobby with which to continue that trend.”
     “This hotel joins five other RHW managed hotels in celebrating awards from Marriott International for guest satisfaction,” said Richard Wiens, President of RHW Management.  “Exceeding guest expectations is part of our mission statement and our culture. Receiving recognition for it is a testament to our outstanding associates.”
     The Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Shawnee is located at I-435 and Midland Drive, convenient to venues and attractions such as the Kansas Speedway, premier shopping and Tomahawk Golf Course. Or, enjoy dining at the Herford House located right outside our door.


About RHW Management, Inc.
     RHW Management, Inc. has been in business for 28 years specializing in the development, construction, and management of hotels coast-to-coast and in Mexico. Currently, RHW operates 15 hotels (1,800 rooms) in 7 states while employing more than 400 people. Management services offered include accounting services, financial reporting, human resources, sales and marketing, IT services, and operations management that focuses on maximizing ROI while providing award winning customer service. For more information, visit the company website at www.rhwhotels.com.


About Courtyard by Marriott
     Courtyard by Marriott is the leading select-service hotel brand in the United States, providing guests with a combination of casual comfort and time saving services. Courtyard hotels feature large functional guest rooms and are conveniently situated where people travel. All Courtyards now offer free high-speed Internet service to guests. Locations range from airports and office parks to downtown areas and recreational destinations. Several locations feature revitalized historical buildings. Courtyard has over 800 hotels worldwide. Courtyard participates in the company’s award-winning Marriott Rewards® frequent guest program. Members earn their choice of points toward free vacations or frequent flyer mileage for dollars spent at more than 3,000 Marriott hotels worldwide.

MARRIOTT ENDORSES RHW MANAGEMENT AS A 3rd PARTY MANAGER

     Overland Park, Kansas (November 23, 2009) --- Marriott has announced its decision to endorse RHW Management, Inc. as a 3rd Party Manager for all of its Limited and Select Service Brands. This decision comes after Marriott recently revised the criteria by which a company must perform in order to partner with them as a 3rd Party Manager.
     RHW Management has been a trusted franchisee of reputable hotel brands such as Marriott and Hilton for over 27 years. However, for this new endorsement, Marriott is requiring higher-level performance benchmarks in areas such as guest satisfaction and market share to ensure confidence in investors of their Management company recommendation. Brands Marriott has endorsed for RHW are the collection of Marriott CFRST brands: Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, Residence Inn, SpringHill Suites, and TownePlace Suites.
     “We have a lot of respect for Marriott and the power of their brands, so it is quite an honor for them to acknowledge the strength in our abilities as well,” said Richard Wiens, President of RHW Management, upon hearing the news.

RHW MANAGEMENT APPOINTS BRADLEY ECKENROTH AS VICE PRESIDENT OF ADMINISTRATION

     Overland Park, Kansas (June 17, 2009) --- RHW Management and Construction Company of Overland Park, KS, announced the appointment of Bradley Eckenroth to Vice President of Administration.  
     Eckenroth, who previously was Vice President of Corporate Operations, is a 16-year member of the RHW staff. In his new role he will be responsible for administering corporate policy and will oversee the implementation of all Information Technology and communication systems.
     Richard Wiens, President and CEO, congratulated Eckenroth, saying “We are proud to recognize the value and long time dedication of this staff member and look forward to his continued contribution to our company.”

RHW MANAGEMENT & CONSTRUCTION, INC.
PROMOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

     Overland Park, Kansas (May 29, 2009) --- RHW Management and Construction Company of Overland Park, KS. has announced the promotion of Thomas Deutsch to Senior Vice President, the promotion of Chandler Thayer to Chief Operating Officer, and the appointment of Jeffery D. Rosen to Chief Financial Officer.
     Deutsch, who previously was Executive Vice President, is a 25-year member of the RHW staff. In his new role he will continue to oversee all aspects of hotel development and construction with the additional responsibility of senior management over both companies.
     Thayer, who previously was Director of Business Development, recently returned to the company after completing her MBA. She has 14 years in the hotel industry combined with other business experience. In her new role she will be responsible for shaping RHW’s strategic direction, creating organizational policy, and serving as the principal external representative to hotel franchisors and the business community.
     Rosen, as CFO, will be responsible for all financial matters, cash management, and economic activity for both RHW Management and Construction, as well as and the hotel portfolio. 
     Richard Wiens, President and CEO, congratulated Deutsch, Thayer, and Rosen, saying “We are proud to recognize the value of these staff members and look forward to their continued contributions to our company.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

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