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🔥 Please join us in welcoming Executive Chef Jouvens to Il Falò Wood-Fired Kitchen and the Westin Raleigh Durham Airport Team! 🔥 We are thrilled to welcome Chef Jouvens, whose remarkable career spans more than two decades of culinary leadership across luxury hotels, award-winning restaurants, and international consulting projects. A celebrated chef, educator, U.S. Army Sergeant, author, and philanthropist, Chef Jouvens has built a career rooted in excellence, innovation, mentorship, and service. His culinary journey includes leadership roles with renowned hospitality brands such as W Hotels, Conrad Hotels, St. Regis, and Marriott, along with opening and consulting for restaurants and hotels across the United States and abroad. Chef Jouvens is also a multiple-time Food Network champion, earning victories on Chef Wanted and Cutthroat Kitchen, and has shared the spotlight with acclaimed chefs, including Bobby Flay. His passion for elevating the guest experience and developing exceptional culinary teams has made him a respected leader throughout the industry. Beyond the kitchen, Chef Jouvens is the founder of the Chef Jouvens Foundation, dedicated to inspiring and developing the next generation of culinary professionals, while continuing to serve our country in the United States Army Reserve. His leadership philosophy—grounded in discipline, humility, craftsmanship, and service—aligns perfectly with the culture and values of CMC Hotels. We are excited for the vision, creativity, and passion he will bring as we continue building one of the premier food and beverage programs in our market. Please join us in giving Chef Jouvens a warm CMC Hotels welcome! We look forward to the incredible culinary experiences that lie ahead. Welcome to the team, Chef! #CMCHotels #IlFaloWoodFiredKitchen #ExecutiveChef #HospitalityExcellence #CulinaryLeadership #FoodAndBeverage #HospitalityCareers #Leadership

What an incredible achievement bringing the Stanley Cup home! The determination, teamwork, and relentless drive the Carolina Hurricanes showed throughout this season truly exemplify what it means to be champions. At CMC Hotels, we are honored to serve as the official hotel partner of the Hurricanes and to support a team that continues to elevate Raleigh on the national stage.

🌟 Congratulations to Evelyn Geri! 🌟 We are incredibly proud to recognize Evelyn Geri of the Fairfield Inn Raleigh-Cary for being honored by Marriott International with the prestigious Spirit to Serve Award. This award recognizes team members who consistently go above and beyond in delivering exceptional hospitality and creating memorable experiences for guests. Evelyn's dedication, compassion, and commitment to service embody the true meaning of Marriott's Spirit to Serve culture. Her willingness to exceed expectations and make a positive impact on both guests and fellow team members is a reflection of the excellence we strive for every day at CMC Hotels. Thank you, Evelyn, for your passion, hard work, and for representing both Fairfield Inn Raleigh-Cary and CMC Hotels with such distinction. #SpiritToServe #MarriottInternational #CMCHotels #FairfieldInn #TeamRecognition #HospitalityProfessionals

Fueling champions and cheering on our community! The CMC Sales Team was up bright and early this morning, serving up breakfast and bringing the energy to the Triangle Aquatic Center swim meet!

Today, we proudly celebrate an incredible milestone and recognize two exceptional leaders whose dedication, passion, and commitment have helped shape the success of CMC Hotels for the past 20 years! 🎉 Congratulations to Betty Kiefer, General Manager of the SpringHill Suites Raleigh-Cary, and Shantez Battle, General Manager of the Fairfield Inn Raleigh-Cary, on their 20-Year Work Anniversary with CMC Hotels! For two decades, Betty and Shantez have exemplified outstanding leadership, unwavering dedication, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Through their commitment to excellence, they have built strong teams, created memorable guest experiences, and contributed significantly to the growth and success of our organization. Their leadership has inspired countless team members, strengthened our culture, and reinforced the values that make CMC Hotels a great place to work and stay. Reaching 20 years of service is a remarkable accomplishment, and we are grateful for the impact they continue to make every day. 💙💛 Here's to 20 years of excellence—and many more to come! #CMCHotels #SpringHillSuites #FairfieldInn 

We’re so excited to have celebrated the Re-Grand Opening of TownePlace Suites in Wilmington today! It was fantastic to welcome so many guests, partners, and community members to experience the refreshed property and everything it has to offer. Your support and enthusiasm made the day truly special. A big thank you to everyone who came out to tour the hotel, reconnect, and celebrate this milestone with us.

Please join us in welcoming Starling Bissette to CMC Hotels as our new Director of Facilities Starling brings 15+ years of experience leading facilities operations across office, industrial, retail, and mixed-use portfolios. He has a proven track record of driving operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and enhancing asset value. His background spans leadership roles from Maintenance Technician to Senior Facilities Manager, giving him both hands-on expertise and strategic insight across capital projects, vendor management, and tenant experience. At CMC Hotels, we’re committed to delivering exceptional environments and long-term value—and Starling’s leadership will help us continue to raise the bar. Welcome to the team, Starling!

Join us as we celebrate the Re‑Grand Opening of TownePlace Suites Wilmington, NC! May 7th 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM TownePlace Suites – Wilmington, NC Stop by for a morning of networking, light refreshments, and a chance to experience our newly refreshed hotel. We’re excited to welcome back our community partners, clients, and friends to showcase the updates designed to make every stay even better. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Today, we are proud to recognize a truly special milestone at CMC Hotels—celebrating Ms. Debra Thompson for 15 years of dedicated service at our TownePlace Suites Wilmington–Wrightsville Beach.   Debra’s commitment, consistency, and heart for hospitality have made a lasting impact on both our guests and her team. As a housekeeper, she exemplifies what it means to deliver exceptional service with pride, care, and attention to detail each and every day. Her dedication has not gone unnoticed. In 2024, Debra was honored with the NCRLA Stars of the Industry Hospitality Employee of the Year Award—a well-deserved recognition that reflects the excellence she brings to her role and our organization.   Debra, thank you for 15 incredible years of service, for being a true ambassador of our values, and for helping us live out our mission of Growing People. Our people are the heart of our organization, and you are a shining example of that.   Please join us in congratulating Ms. Debra Thompson on this remarkable achievement!   #CMCHotels #GrowingPeople #HospitalityExcellence #WorkAnniversary #TeamRecognition