"We're so pleased to welcome Michelle and we're looking forward to the experience and leadership that she brings to our Berkeley property," says Erik Dahlerbruch of Westmont Hospitality Group.

Michelle brings nearly 18 years of multiple market experience to her new position. Her previous appointments include the Sheraton Atlanta Hotel in Atlanta, Princess Royale Hotel in Ocean City, MD, Divi Divi in the Caribbean Islands, Caesar Casino in Atlantic City, Trump Plaza and Trump World's Fair. Her work has earned her a Who's Who of Culinary Arts and National Home Economics awards.

Michelle is a graduate of Johnson & Wales College with a Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management. She also served as a faculty advisor at Atlantic Community College and was faculty advisor for the Johnson & Wales Wine Society. She parlays her involvement in education into what she says is the most rewarding aspect of her work, which is teaching and training her staff.

In her new role, Michelle will oversee the hotel's Food & Beverage operations and menu planning for the Bay Grille restaurant and lounge as well as the hotel's in-room dining program. In addition, she will be responsible for the new hotel gift shop.

A Cleveland native, Michelle currently resides in Berkeley, California. She can be reached at michelle.rini@us.whg.com.

About Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center Berkeley The property is located directly along a serene stretch of the sparkling, pedestrian-friendly Berkeley Marina at 200 Marina Blvd., Berkeley, California. The hotel, managed by Westmont Hospitality Group, just completed a renovation which began last November. All areas of the property, including the 378 guest rooms and baths, lobby and guest reception areas, the Bay Grille restaurant and lounge, and recreational areas have been upgraded. Yacht-inspired stripes in updated fresh color palettes appear throughout the public spaces and play against high-end furnishings of dark mahogany and golden beech.

Each guest room is a haven of crisp yet comfortable accommodations. Deep chocolates and apple green tones with fresh pattern fabrics suggest a cozy outdoor impression. The nautical theme is played subtly here also, with waves in the luscious drapery, bedding and lighting elements. Along with all new furnishings, flat screen televisions have been added and the Sweet Dreams by Doubletree Sleep Experience - the new standard for an incredible night's sleep. Sweet Dreams offers a custom-designed, plush-top mattress, luxurious linens and oversized down pillows.

The hotel features an IACC - approved conference center, 15,000 s.f. of meeting space and a stunning waterfront setting.

Visit the Doubletree Berkeley Marina on line at www.berkeleymarina.doubletree.com to be kept apprised of all of our great events and programs, or contact our sales department at 510.548.7920