Chance to win through Omni’s ‘Ticket to Wonder’ seasonal package, which includes exclusive chocolate bars from award-winning chocolatier Kate Weiser

Omni Hotels & Resorts has announced that chief executive Jim Caldwell will also assume the role of president, effective immediately.

Omni Hotels & Resorts has appointed Jeff Smith as general manager for the Omni Frisco Hotel. In this role, he will lead the opening of the hotel and oversee all departments including operations, sales and marketing, rooms, risk management and food and beverage. As a veteran of the hospitality industry, Smith has been with Omni Hotels & Resorts for nearly 15 years serving in various corporate and property leadership positions.

Omni Hotels & Resorts has announced Peter Strebel, a 25-year-plus veteran of the hospitality industry, has been named chief marketing officer and senior vice president of sales. In this role, Strebel will create and drive innovative branding, communications, marketing and business development strategies to increase awareness, capture market share and build revenue for the luxury hotel brand.

The Atlanta Braves and Omni Hotels & Resorts are partnering to develop a new hotel in the mixed used development adjacent to SunTrust Park in Cobb County. The luxurious Omni property will be a full-service hotel and will serve as a cornerstone of the mixed-use community. The Omni Atlanta Hotel at SunTrust Park will feature 16 floors, approximately 260 finely appointed guest rooms and suites, rooftop hospitality suites, approximately 12,500 square feet of meeting space, an elevated pool deck and bar overlooking the plaza and ballpark, and a signature restaurant.

Kate Biava, group recreation and Amelia’s Wheels manager at Omni Amelia Island Plantation, was recently honored by the Resort and Commercial Recreation Association (RCRA) with the Debbie Regnone Service Award in recognition of her commitment to and professional excellence in the recreation industry.