SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA – The Georgian announce the appointment of hospitality industry veteran Phillip Pavel to Managing Director of the iconic hotel. The new role follows the restoration and re-opening of the 84-key property in April 2023 by BLVD Hospitality.
Philip joins the iconic Ocean avenue hotel with over 25 years of experience in luxury hospitality and management, boasting executive roles at the most exclusive mainstays across Los Angeles. Following his 20+ year-long tenure as Managing Director at Chateau Marmont, Philip gained recognition as ‘one of the most famous gatekeepers in Hollywood’, which underscores his contribution towards establishing the hotel’s legendary status.
After over two decades at Chateau Marmont, Philip served as Managing Director at The NoMad Hotel’s Los Angeles outpost for three years before moving on to become the West Coast Head of Membership and Communications at Soho House. Additionally, Philip held positions as Managing Director at InHouse and various private luxury estates in California, Colorado, and Mexico.
“As serendipity would have it, there are few people in the world who understand the intersection of culture and luxury hospitality better than Philip Pavel. His industry experience merged with his deep understanding of the fabric of Los Angeles and Hollywood make him a perfect fit for The Georgian.” says Nicolo Rusconi, Co-Founder, BLVD Hospitality.
Beyond his demonstrated history and wealth of knowledge in the industry, Philip is also well-versed in the entertainment industry in Los Angeles, boasting over 40 credits in film and television as an actor. He additionally served as a board member at the established non-profit arts organization Center Theatre Group.
“We’re thrilled to welcome Philip to our team and are confident that his proven track record of leadership and excellence will find its home at The First Lady of Santa Monica, as we continue to build on our legacy of culture and sophistication” said Jon Blanchard, Owner of The Georgian and CEO, BLVD Hospitality.
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Vicky Karantzavelou