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Placemakr Announces Its Latest Hospitality Living Property in Washington DC, Placemakr NoMa

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Placemakr, a flexible-use hospitality and multifamily operator, today announced the launch of its newest hospitality living property in Washington DC, Placemakr NoMa. The property, opening just ahead of the 2024 cherry blossom season, will leverage the brand's signature offering by blending the amenities of home and hospitality within a single building. Placemakr is partnering with MMg Development to bring this apartment hotel to life in the NoMa neighborhood.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Placemakr , a flexible-use hospitality and multifamily operator, today announced the launch of its newest hospitality living property in Washington DC, Placemakr NoMa.
  • Placemakr NoMa is a 62-unit, 6-story apartment building located steps from some of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Washington, DC, including Shaw, NoMa, Union Market, and Bloomingdale.
  • "As we launch Placemakr NoMa, we're excited to continue our march toward a world where hospitality, home, and technology blend seamlessly.
  • "With Placemakr NoMa, we're offering yet another space for travelers to experience a smarter way to stay when visiting Washington, DC."

FORMER DISTRICT FRAY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF LAUNCHES NEW MEDIA COMPANY

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Monica Alford, renowned for her innovative approach to cultural storytelling and community engagement, today announced the launch of Wild Side Media, a D.C.-based media company championing the local creative community through culture, content and curation. Wild Side Media's content mix will include celebratory journalism, inclusive experiences and authentic collaborations.

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  • Alford's 15-year media career has been spent bringing arts & culture into sharp focus in the D.C. region, first as the managing editor of On Tap Magazine and then at the recently shuttered District Fray Magazine, where she served as editor-in-chief and director of media from 2020-2023.
  • At Wild Side Media, content will be free and events will always be inclusive, safe spaces for the entire community.
  • The Wild Side Media team will produce their first editorial newsletter, "Take a Walk on the Wild Side," this spring.
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Everett Lott joins EXP as Vice President, Federal, State and Local Affairs

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXP, a global leader in engineering, architecture, design and consulting welcomes Everett Lott as Vice President of Federal, State and Local Affairs.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EXP, a global leader in engineering, architecture, design and consulting welcomes Everett Lott as Vice President of Federal, State and Local Affairs.
  • In this newly developed role, Everett will enhance and strengthen EXP’s government relations to support the firm’s strategic growth initiatives.
  • Everett brings over 30 years of experience to EXP in budgetary and fiscal operations, human resources, labor negotiations, contracting and procurement and public and intergovernmental relations.
  • “His understanding of federal, state and local policies, combined with his successful track record of high-value programs that directly impact communities, are unparalleled.

DCHFA closes July with the financing of 673 affordable apartments in Wards 6 and 8

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Thursday, August 3, 2023

The second deal that closed on July 28th was the financing of Northwest One Phase II.

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  • The second deal that closed on July 28th was the financing of Northwest One Phase II.
  • Additional financing for Northwest One is being provided by a $39 million DMPED NCI loan.
  • “The financing of nearly 700 units in a week, demonstrates the robust activity of DCHFA’s multifamily pipeline,” stated Christopher E. Donald, Executive Director/CEO, DCHFA.
  • The Villages at Parklands Phase I is comprised of two apartment communities, Huntington Village Apartments and Orchard Park Village Apartments.

Hotel NoMa, Trademark by Wyndham is Open in Lower Westchester

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Tuesday, August 1, 2023

The Hotel, whose moniker translates to "North of Manhattan'' is the Wyndham brands first boutique property in Lower Westchester.

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  • The Hotel, whose moniker translates to "North of Manhattan'' is the Wyndham brands first boutique property in Lower Westchester.
  • Formerly the Radisson Hotel, Hotel NoMa is the only full-service hotel between Manhattan and White Plains, is equipped with newly renovated rooms and suites, 24-hour front desk, meeting and catering spaces, room service and their award-winning restaurant and lounge, NoMa Social.
  • The rebrand to Hotel NoMa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham begins a new chapter for this one-of-a-kind property.
  • Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is one of the world's largest hotel franchising companies, with over 9,000 hotels under their belt.

Ace Group International / Atelier Ace Enters Agreement to Join Sortis Holdings, Inc.

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

The Sortis acquisition of Ace Group International comes on the heels of a fast-paced few years for the brand.

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  • The Sortis acquisition of Ace Group International comes on the heels of a fast-paced few years for the brand.
  • Brad and I look forward to expanded opportunities, with the added resources and expertise that Sortis will bring to the table.” – Meriem Soliman, President, Ace Group International / Atelier Ace
    Brad Wilson will remain in the role of Chief Executive Officer, and Ace Group International will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Sortis.
  • Sortis and Ace plan to maintain the Atelier Ace team, and the acquisition will bring additional properties under Ace management.
  • Atelier Ace, the in-house creative studio at Ace, also developed Maison de la Luz, a 67-room luxury guesthouse in New Orleans, and the distilled-service brand Sister City.

Marriott Arrives on Capitol Hill Opening its Newest Property in the Heart of the Nation's Capital

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Friday, January 13, 2023

WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Washington Marriott Capitol Hill debuts January 11, 2023, standing between Washington DC's iconic Capitol Hill and emerging NoMa neighborhoods.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Washington Marriott Capitol Hill debuts January 11, 2023, standing between Washington DC's iconic Capitol Hill and emerging NoMa neighborhoods.
  • Situated within the newly developed NoMa Center, the hotel sits adjacent to 40,000 square feet of new retail and restaurants.
  • Guest spaces provide workstations with high-speed internet access, as well as luxurious linens, modern amenities, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.
  • For more information about Washington Marriott Capitol Hill and to book reservations, visit http://www.Marriott.com/wasnn or call (202) 972-9800.

JBG SMITH Announces Major Milestone for the Washington Housing Initiative Impact Pool

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Monday, January 9, 2023

Part of the Washington Housing Initiative (WHI) that was launched by JBG SMITH and Federal City Council, the Impact Pool leverages private capital to help combat the scarcity of housing for middle-income families throughout the DC region’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods.

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  • Part of the Washington Housing Initiative (WHI) that was launched by JBG SMITH and Federal City Council, the Impact Pool leverages private capital to help combat the scarcity of housing for middle-income families throughout the DC region’s most up-and-coming neighborhoods.
  • The Impact Pool is managed by a subsidiary of JBG SMITH.
  • “We created the Impact Pool to steer private investment into housing for teachers, nurses, EMTs and other workers who are essential to their communities,” said AJ Jackson, EVP of Social Impact Investing at JBG SMITH.
  • In March, the WHI Impact Pool provided financing for the Washington Housing Conservancy and Montgomery Housing Partnership’s acquisition of Earle Manor, a 140-unit multifamily asset.

sweetgreen Launches Desserts

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Monday, November 7, 2022

To round out the national campaign, sweetgreen tapped digital artists, gabbois and pablo.rochat , for their signature style loved by millions of fans.

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  • To round out the national campaign, sweetgreen tapped digital artists, gabbois and pablo.rochat , for their signature style loved by millions of fans.
  • Crispy Rice Treat is now available to purchase at restaurants across the nation and via the sweetgreen app and website for $2.95.
  • sweetgreen strongly believes in harnessing the power of technology to enhance the customer experience to meet their customers where they are.
  • Follow sweetgreen on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @sweetgreen.

Churchill Living Signs Exclusive Master Lease as Furnished Apartment Provider at New Luxury Residential Property, Living at Revel, in Washington, D.C.

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Monday, September 12, 2022

WASHINGTON, Sept. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Introducing the new residential centerpiece of D.C. – Living at Revel – where fully-furnished luxury apartments open this September exclusively from Churchill Living, the master lease holder at the property. Living at Revel boasts community, convenience, and connectivity through curated lifestyle amenities, on-site retail, and top-notch guest services. The new build is an exciting new offering in the bustling D.C. corporate travel market.

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  • Living at Revel where fully-furnished luxury apartments open this September exclusively from Churchill Living, the master lease holder at the property.
  • Churchill Living partnered with the real estate developers and property managers to add Living at Revel to their real estate assets in Washington, D.C. and beyond.
  • Churchill Living is a premier provider of furnished housing and furniture rental in prime locations nationwide.
  • www.ChurchillLiving.com @ChurchillLiving
    For more information about Churchill Living master leasing and the benefits for your apartment community, please call Avraham Rosskamm at 973-636-9406 x5767 or email [email protected] .