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DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomington Minneapolis South Names Robert Pottberg As New General Manager to Newly Renovated Property

Monday, October 7th, 2013


Bloomington, MN/Denver, CO (PRWEB) October 01, 2013

Officials of Richfield Hospitality, a leading hotel management company, announced the appointment of Robert Pottberg as the new general manager of the newly renovated Doubletree by Hilton Bloomington Minneapolis South hotel.

Pottberg most recently served as general manager of the Crowne Plaza Syracuse hotel in Syracuse, NY. He has over 20+ years of industry experience and has held numerous senior leadership positions with Hilton, IHG, Starwood and Omni hotel organizations.

Pottberg will take the reins at a crucial time in the hotels history, according to Greg Mount, president of Denver-based Richfield Hospitality. The hotel has just completed a multi-million dollar renovation that included all public spaces, meeting rooms and guest rooms of the main tower. This landmark hotel will continue to benefit from this fresh, contemporary refresh, as it is host to weddings, anniversaries, conventions, business meetings and other special occasions.

We are excited to move Pottberg into this iconic Bloomington hotel to further its success, said Mount. Robert Pottberg is a proven General Manager with exceptional operational and fiscal leadership. He does a terrific job maintaining key relationships with clientele, service teams and owner representatives. Best of all, he knows how to energize a hotel to capture the lions share of the marketplace.

With the completion of its extensive renovation, the hotel is reclaiming its position as the premier business and events destination in the Twin Cities. Located in the heart of Bloomington at 7800 Normandale Blvd., the DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomington is just 10 minutes from the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and the Mall of America. The hotel is the largest in Bloomington and has the Twin Cities second largest hotel meeting space, with 38 meeting rooms aggregating 70,000 square feet of space, capable of accommodating groups ranging in size from five to 1,250 people.

About Richfield Hospitality

Richfield Hospitality, Inc. is a leading hotel management company with a premier track record of maximizing profitability and improving asset values for hotel owners. From hotel operations and property management to electronic distribution and interactive marketing, Richfield achieves superior operating results through its strong commitment to guests, employees and owners. Based in Denver, Richfield is part of City Developments Limited, one of the worlds largest real estate, hotel investment and technology conglomerates with a market capitalization exceeding US$ 7 billion. Additional information about Richfield Hospitality may be found at the companys website: http://www.richfield.com.







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Wallick Communities Names Hinga Senior Vice President

Friday, July 19th, 2013

Columbus (PRWEB) July 14, 2013

Wallick Communities CEO Tom Feusse today announced that Bill Hinga has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Business Development. In this role, Hinga will develop key relationships, identify and mine new opportunities, and expand Wallicks partnerships and collaboration in the industry.

Previously he was Senior Managing Director of the Affordable Housing Group at Red Capital Group. Hinga has held positions at Huntington National Bank, Banc One, Prescott, Ball & Turben, Cranston Securities, and Bank of America.

Hinga earned his BA in Economics from the University of Notre Dame and his MBA from The Ohio State University.

Active in his profession, he is a past president of the Ohio Housing Council, a statewide association of affordable housing professionals whose goal is to increase production and preservation of affordable housing in the state of Ohio.

Bill is a well-known and highly respected professional with 30 years experience in commercial real estate, community development and public finance, said Feusse. We look forward to his leadership and vision as Wallick continues to expand and become the Midwests largest owner and manager of affordable housing.

Based in Columbus, Wallick Communities (wallickcos.com) is Ohios largest owner-manager of affordable housing, operating four business divisions: Wallick-Hendy Development, Wallick Construction, Wallick Asset Management and Wallick-Hendy Properties. The company, with 700 employees, specializes in affordable multifamily housing in the Midwest. Through its various operations, Wallick has developed and built hundreds of communities and currently manages in excess of 14,000 apartments in more than 200 locations. Founded in 1966 by Jack Wallick, and currently owned by his children Howard Wallick and Julie Wallick and CEO Tom Feusse, the family business adheres to its founders ideals of integrity and consistent quality.

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Walter B. Williams Realty Group Names ‘Education, Opportunity’ as Top Reasons Families Call Gatlinburg Home

Monday, July 8th, 2013


Pigeon Forge, Tenn. (PRWEB) July 01, 2013

As the housing market begins to steadily incline, it is time for potential home buyers to begin considering which areas of the country they want to invest. On July 1 Walter B. Williams Realty Group aided these decisions by announcing the top reasons families often consider a home in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg or Sevierville for their next nest egg.

Number one on the list for Walter B. Williams, the high quality of education is the number one reason families should consider purchasing a Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Sevier County schools provide a low student to teacher ratio. With no more than 15 students per teacher on average, students are able to learn in a helpful and nurturing environment. Walter B. Williams also compliments the area schools that have implemented college level courses for their high school future for giving the students the tools necessary to be successful.

Having been in business for over 25 years, we have seen the area grow into a flourishing community in terms of educational and employment opportunities, said a spokesperson for Walter B. Williams Realty Group. It is with pride in our community that we are happy to assist new families in calling Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg home.

Economic opportunity and safety were also key topics Walter B. Williams cited as why families should consider settling down in the Smoky Mountains. According to the group, Pigeon Forge is among the fastest growing cities in Tennessee and houses a variety of industries and opportunities for families looking to call the area home.

Rounding out the list, Walter B. Williams includes taxes and affordability as reasons potential buyers should consider a home in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg. According to the Tax Foundation, the current sales tax for Sevier County is 9.44 percent. Combined with the fact that the state does not impose an income tax on its residents, this tax percentage takes little away from residents wallets while still funding kew services like the aforementioned education and safety.

Buying a home can feel like a daunting task. Luckily for families looking to purchase a Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg home, Walter B. Williams fleet of knowledgeable real estate agents are there to help every step of the way. Paired with the realty groups extensive list of short sale and foreclosed homes in Pigeon Forge, Walter B. Williams works to ensure that every family settling down in the Smokies will get the most out of their investment.

For the past 25 years, Walter B. Williams Realty Group has been an industry leader in Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg real estate for sale and customer service. At their headquarters located at 1440 Upper Middle Creek road, Suite 202-203 in Sevierville, TN, knowledgeable staff members are there to answer all questions regarding buying and selling Smoky Mountain cabins and foreclosure properties. For additional information about Walter B. Williams Realty Group, visit their website at http://www.walterbwilliams.com, or call them at 1(877)-896-5495.







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@properties Commercial Names Dan Stratis Vice President

Friday, December 7th, 2012


(PRWEB) December 05, 2012

@properties Commercial has hired Dan Stratis, a 12-year veteran of Chicago commercial real estate, to head its brokerage business. Company co-founders Thaddeus Wong and Michael Golden made the announcement.

Stratis, 37, began his career as an associate with Oak Brook, Ill.-based Inland Real Estate Group. He then spent seven years as vice president of Chicago-based Draper and Kramer, helping to expand the firms commercial brokerage and investment sales business throughout Illinois. Most recently, Stratis was vice president of brokerage for Lombard, Ill.-based Sequoia Realty Group.

As vice president and managing broker of @properties Commercial, Stratis will oversee the firms leasing and sales activity across the full spectrum of commercial asset classes including office, industrial, retail and multi-family. Other responsibilities include recruiting seasoned talent and expanding the firms receivership business, an area of expertise for Stratis at Draper and Kramer and Sequoia.

Dan has had a lot of success throughout his career, both as a young broker and as a leader and mentor. Hes got a great track record for handling just about anything you can throw at him, said Golden. Hes a brokers broker.

Dan has the energy, personality and credibility to get out there and recruit top talent. Hes committed to building @properties Commercial into a leading brand in Chicago commercial real estate, added Wong.

A native of Oak Park, Stratis earned a bachelors degree from Illinois State University. He is a member of Northern Illinois Commercial Association of REALTORS (NICAR) and the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). Stratis also serves on various committees for Childs Voice School, a nonprofit oral education school for deaf and hard of hearing children.

About @properties Commercial

@properties Commercial is a full-service Chicago commercial real estate firm offering commercial leasing and sales, property management, investment-advisory services, and special-asset services for distressed and REO properties. For more information, visit http://www.atproperties.com/commercial.

The firm is affiliated with @properties, Chicagos #1 residential real estate broker by market share. @properties has more than 1,100 brokers and nine office locations throughout the city and North Shore. For more information, visit http://www.atproperties.com.

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Homes.com Names America’s “Top 10 Cities to Raise a Family”

Thursday, September 27th, 2012


Norfolk, Va. (PRWEB) September 26, 2012

Raising a family is an incredible undertaking, and finding the perfect city for your family is an important decision for many parents. Locating the right combination of a perfect school, family-friendly activities and a home for the entire family can be quite a feat. Searching for the right home for your family begins with picking a city and reviewing the surrounding neighborhoods and their offerings. Homes.com, a leading real estate listing site, researched some of Americas favorite locales to uncover the top 10 family-friendly cities.

The Homes.com Top 10 series is designed to guide consumers through every phase of life, from choosing the perfect place for summer vacation, to discovering the best cultural cities. The latest list of best places to raise children highlights cities across the country that are family-friendly and offer great educational, cultural and work opportunities.

At Homes.com, we know finding the perfect city to raise your children is important to you, said Wendy Froehlich, vice president of marketing for Homes.com. So we put together this Top 10 list is comprised of well-known cities such as Boston, Mass. and Raleigh, N.C., as well as lesser known locales like Pocatello, Idaho. Each city has a unique charm with the ideal mix of work and play for every American family.

Homes.com Top 10 Family-Friendly Cities

1. Blacksburg, Va.

In 2011, Business Week named Blacksburg the Best Place in the U.S. to Raise Kids. Home to Virginia Tech, Moog Inc. and the National Weather Service, Blacksburg has a great educational base as well as plenty of economic opportunities. The city is known for its affordable living costs, low crime rates and exceptional schools. Blacksburg is brimming with family-friendly amenities and features a community center with an indoor pool and a nine-hole municipal golf course.

2. Raleigh, N.C.

One of the fastest growing cities in the country, Raleigh combines a big city look with a small town feel. The city is noted for its affordable family housing, low crime rates and high median family income, as well as one of the strongest school districts in North Carolina. Raleigh, located in the Wake County School District, has more than 70 excellent schools including Raleigh Charter High School, which is consistently ranked as one of the best schools in the state.

3. Plano, Texas

From the Spanish word flat, Planos culture and environment are anything but. Home to several corporate headquarters including Dell Services, Dr. Pepper, Snapple Group, Alliance Data and Cinemark Theatres, Plano has an abundance of employment opportunities for parents. Consistently topping Forbes magazines safest cities in America list, its police department is one of the few in the country that requires officers to have a four-year college degree. Plano was given a national award for excellence for its Neighborhood Watch in 2011.

4. Tampa, Fla.

Tampa is the fourth most popular search on Homes.com, due in part to its reputable school district. The district has a student-teacher ratio of 13.5:1, less than the national average of 15.4:1. Residents enjoy warm weather year-round and have only a short drive to enjoy the Gulf Coasts pristine beaches. Families look forward each year to the citys annual Gasparilla Festival, a pirate-themed celebration including parades, a Childrens Extravaganza, music festival and marathon. The Port of Tampa is Floridas largest port and seventh largest in the country. It contributes billions of dollars each year into the regions economy.

5. Boston, Mass.

Boston is consistently recognized for its education, economy, culture, sports and rich history. Boston ranks third in livability and sixth in economy among U.S. cities. Home to several prestigious universities including Harvard, Boston University and Brown, Boston also boasts the largest pediatric research center in the world and the iconic Boston Childrens Museum, a dynamic facility with exhibits and hands-on learning experiences for children of all ages.

6. Rochester, Minn.

With fewer than 200 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Rochester is one of the safest cities in America. Home to the Mayo Clinic, which employs more than one-third of the population, Rochester also boasts a rich history and an extensive park system. Many downtown buildings are part of the National Register of Historic Places, and the Root River and Douglas State Trails are great outdoor destinations for families.

7. Pocatello, Idaho

Families seeking a smaller city will enjoy Pocatello. Boasting safe neighborhoods and a low cost of living, the city offers several family-friendly activities including the Pocatello Zoo, Idaho Museum of Natural History and Ross Park Aquatic Complex. Families looking for an easy day trip can visit nearby places including Salt Lake City, Yellowstone National Park and the Rocky Mountains. Families will build memories enjoying the citys recreational options and exploring the great Northwest.

8. Phoenix, Ariz.

Phoenix is the sixth most populous city in the U.S. and third most improved city according to rental searches on Homes.com. The city is home to seven Fortune 500 companies and has an active high-tech and telecommunications industry. Its many recreational activities are also a major draw for families. South Mountain Park and Preserve, the largest municipal park in the world, covers 16,500 acres and has more than 50 miles of biking, hiking and equestrian trails. Avid sports fans enjoy the best-attended PGA tour event each February at TPC Scottsdale, and Phoenix is one of only 13 cities that boast teams in all four major professional sports leagues.

9. Honolulu, Hawaii

A popular vacation spot, Honolulu shouldnt be overlooked by families as a great place to raise kids. Meaning place of shelter, Honolulu has 470 high-rise buildings, placing the city fourth behind New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. The city enjoys a strong economy, cultural and artistic attractions, and a thriving school system. More than 14 Honolulu schools have been presented with the Department of Education Blue Ribbon School for Excellence Award. With a 20-minute commute from one end of the city to the other, Honolulu offers hundreds of beaches and is an ideal location for daily family fun.

10. Lincoln, Neb.

With more than 100 parks, countless trails, a bustling metropolitan area and dozens of annual events, its hard to imagine getting bored in this city. Lincoln has a strong community feel and features numerous arts, cultural and family-friendly activities. Its International Thespian Society, Lincoln County State Fair, Capital City Ribfest, Lincoln Childrens Zoo and Sunken Gardens can be enjoyed by parents and kids alike.

Families curious about owning or renting a home in any of these family-friendly locales can visit Homes.com for the best homes from North Carolina to Hawaii and everywhere in between.

For photos and more information about Americas most family-friendly cities, visit the Homes.com blog (blog.homes.com).

About Homes.com

As one of the nations top online real estate destinations, Homes.com inspires consumers to dream big. From affordable houses to luxurious estates, condos, apartments and more, Homes.com features more than four million property listings and a user-friendly format, making finding your next home or a licensed real estate agent easy. Visitors to the Homes.com blog will find a collection of rich content and posts on DIY projects, painting, gardening and more, providing the ultimate resource for everything home related. From purchasing a first home, to upgrading, downsizing and everything in between, Homes.com is an inspiring and engaging partner in every phase of the home-buying process. For more information, visit http://www.homes.com or blog.h

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