Atlanta, GA – Nobu Hotel Atlanta, the epitome of luxury lifestyle accommodations nestled in the vibrant heart of Buckhead, has appointed Drew Smithas its new General Manager.

Drew Smith is a Georgia native with a proven track record in the Atlanta hospitality market. He is excited to bring his expertise to Nobu Hospitality and spearhead the operations of one of the company’s larger hotels. As the General Manager, Drew oversees the property’s daily operations, sales and marketing, finance management, and third-party partnerships and facilities. His primary objectives will be simultaneously appealing to the sophisticated leisure and modern business traveler while positioning Nobu Hotel Atlanta as the leading destination for corporate and upscale events that complement Atlanta’s local music, film, and social scene.

I am looking forward to working with the talented Nobu Hospitality team and continuing to position Nobu Hotel Atlanta as a premium destination on the East Coast. Nobu’s reputation, global brand presence, and unique approach to luxury boutique hotels appealed to me and aligned with my passion for working with a diverse guest demographic. Drew Smith

Drew came to Nobu Hotel Atlanta from the InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta, where he served as Director of Sales and Marketing. While with IHG, he also served as the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing, overseeing those services for both the InterContinental and Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia. Before that, he spent over 12 years at Hyatt in various sales roles in Atlanta, San Diego, Coral Gables, and Orlando.

As a proud Georgia Bulldog alumnus, Drew received his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Georgia.

About Nobu Hotel Atlanta

Nobu Hotel Atlanta, situated in the heart of Buckhead, offers an unparalleled luxury experience in one of Atlanta’s most prestigious neighborhoods. The hotel features 152 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites, a rooftop pool and event space, a rooftop bar, corporate conference rooms, spa services, and the world-renowned Nobu Atlanta Restaurant. The property is conveniently located in the upscale Phipps Plaza, providing guests with many high-end shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

About Nobu Hospitality

Named one of luxury’s 25 Most Innovative Brands by Robb Report, Nobu Hospitality is ranked among an elite selection of global lifestyle brands. The natural growth of Nobu Hospitality, built on service, image, and reputation, offers the complete spectrum of hotel, restaurant, and residence management for unique projects worldwide. Founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, with operations spanning five continents, the Nobu brand thrives in the world’s capitals as the ultimate destination lifestyle experience. The first Nobu Hotel opened in 2013 in Las Vegas, and since then, an additional 37 hotels have been added, both open and in development. Today, Nobu hotels are open in the following locations: Manila, Miami Beach, Malibu, Shoreditch (London), Ibiza, Palo Alto, Marbella, Los Cabos, Barcelona, Warsaw, Chicago, Portman Square (London), Santorini, Atlanta, Marrakech, Seville, Atlantic City, and San Sebastian. Nobu Hotels are in development for Rome, Madrid, Toronto, Abu Dhabi, New Orleans, Tel Aviv, Hamburg, Punta Cana, Orlando, Danang, Tulum, Bangkok, Al Khobar, Al Marjan Island, Lisbon, New York, São Paulo, Cairo and North Coast Egypt.

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