Commonwealth Hotels announced yesterday that Jean-Luc Laramie has been appointed the general manager of the Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port. Mr. Laramie brings over 15 years of hospitality experience to his new role as general manager having previously served as the general manager for the Waterman Hotel in Santa Barbara, California.
'We are excited to have Jean-Luc on board at the Portland hotel" Said Jennifer Porter, chief operating officer for Commonwealth Hotels. "His extensive general manager experience and focus on the guest experience will be key to the hotel's success."
Prior to joining The Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port, Laramie served in various leadership roles at the Hotel Chicago West Loop, the St. Jane Hotel, the James Chicago, and Kimpton Hotels. Laramie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in hospitality management from Kendall College in Chicago, Illinois.