sbe Announces Claes Landberg as General Manager of Hudson Hotel

Performance-Driven Leader to Run Energetic Contemporary Midtown New York Hotel

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Feb 06, 2017, 09:30 ET

NEW YORK, Feb. 6, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- sbe, the leading lifestyle hospitality company that develops, manages and operates award-winning hospitality venues globally, today announced that Claes Landberg is joining as General Manager of Hudson Hotel. Landberg will run the energetic contemporary midtown New York hotel, which is located within walking distance from Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Central Park and the theater district.

"Claes joins sbe with over 20 years of extensive experience in the industry," stated Jorge Giannattasio, Chief Operating Officer at sbe. "We are excited to welcome him to our team and his expertise will help drive the strategic vision of this innovative urban hotel, located in the heart of Manhattan."

"sbe is one of the foremost brands in lifestyle hospitality and I am thrilled to oversee Hudson Hotel," stated Landberg. "Already a staple modern hotel, I look forward to integrating elements from sbe and developing it into one of the best in New York."

Landberg is a dynamic leader with an entrepreneurial mindset. While his attention has always been on delivering optimal profitability for the operation, he emphasizes the importance of creating and nurturing a positive and inclusive team culture, balancing appreciation and accountability. Prior to his current position, Landberg served as General Manager of YOTEL New York, where he oversaw all aspects of the operation and the direction for the continued growth of the brand and the flagship hotel in New York.

Previously, Landberg held executive and leadership roles with some of the most prestigious hospitality companies in the world, including: MGM Resorts International, Station Casinos, Caesars Entertainment and Hilton Hotels in the New York, New Jersey and Nevada markets. His experience spans all aspects of full-service luxury operations including hotel, spa, food and beverage, gaming and entertainment. He has overseen multimillion dollar renovations and enhancements as well as opening experiences with Paris Las Vegas and Red Rock Resort.

Prior to moving to the U.S., Claes owned and operated a restaurant operation in his native Stockholm, Sweden and worked in small privately owned boutique style hotels in Europe.

Designed by Philippe Starck, the 876-room Hudson Hotel is stylish, democratic, contemporary and young at heart. It has several places for entertainment and relaxation including: Hudson Common, a modern-day beer hall and burger joint with nightly entertainment; Hudson Bar, a quintessential New York cocktail bar and lounge; Sky Terrace (open seasonally), an English garden with breathtaking views of New York City; and Private Park, a garden oasis in the middle of a vibrant city.

About sbe

Established in 2002 by Founder and CEO Sam Nazarian, sbe is a privately-held, leading lifestyle hospitality company that develops, manages and operates award-winning hotels, residences, restaurants and nightclubs. Through exclusive partnerships with cultural visionaries, sbe is devoted to creating extraordinary experiences throughout its proprietary brands with a commitment to authenticity, sophistication, mastery and innovation. Following the acquisition of Morgans Hotel Group, the pioneer of boutique lifestyle hotels, sbe has an unparalleled global portfolio featuring 23 world-class lifestyle hotel properties in 9 attractive gateway markets and more than 136 global world-renowned hotel, entertainment and food & beverage outlets. The company is uniquely positioned to offer a complete lifestyle experience - from nightlife, food & beverage and entertainment to hotels and residences, and through its innovative customer loyalty and rewards program, The Code, as well as its award-winning international real estate development subsidiary, Dakota Development - all of which solidify sbe as the preeminent leader across hospitality. sbe will continue its expansion with 13 hotel properties opening in the next two years (some with residences), including the SLS New York, SLS Seattle, Mondrian Doha and Mondrian Dubai. The company's established and upcoming hotel brands include SLS Hotel & Residences, Delano, Mondrian, Redbury, Hyde Hotel & Residences, Clift, Hudson, Morgans, Royalton, Sanderson and St Martins Lane. In addition, sbe has the following international acclaimed restaurants and lounges: Katsuya, Cleo, The Bazaar by José Andrés, Fi'lia by Michael Schwartz, Umami Burger, Hyde Lounge and Skybar. More information about sbe can be obtained at sbe.com or by downloading the sbe App.