THE ST REGIS PRINCEVILLE RESORT NAMES CHRISTOPHER WHITE, DIRECTOR - PDF

							          THE ST REGIS PRINCEVILLE RESORT NAMES
    CHRISTOPHER WHITE, DIRECTOR, SALES AND MARKETING


Hanalei Bay, Kaua’i, Hawai’i, October 17, 2008- Christopher White, has been appointed as
director, sales and marketing for The St. Regis Princeville Resort. White will lead the sales
and marketing effort of the Princeville Resort through its transformation to become the new
St. Regis Princeville Resort.


        White a native of Toronto, Canada, began his hospitality career at the Hyatt Regency
Vancouver in 1994. Prior to his recent appointment he was the former Director of Sales and
Marketing for the Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Prior to Whistler, he held Director of Sales &
Marketing positions at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis and Hyatt Regency Calgary.


        “Chris brings 14 years of exceptional expertise in hospitality sales and marketing,”
stated Milton Sgarbi, General Manager. “He possesses a discerning management style that is
well suited to the uncompromising and bespoke service of St. Regis.”


“I am extremely happy to be back on Kaua’i and play an integral role in the future success of
the The St. Regis Princeville,” said White. “I had the opportunity to live on the island
earlier in my professional career. During that time I experienced the rich cultural heritage
and unique traditions that make Kaua’i a sought after destination.”




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       “Upon its debut in the Spring of 2009, The St. Regis Princeville Resort will set the
standard for ultra luxury service in Hawaii,” said White.


       White holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Guelph. He is
married with two children.


       Situated on one of the most beautiful sites in the world, The St. Regis Princeville
Resort is Hawaii’s most exclusive address. Elegantly appointed, it offers 252 guest rooms a
Jean George Vongerichten signature restaurant and the famed St. Regis butler service for
premiere suites. From this ocean side retreat experience world-class golf on the Makai Golf
Course or rejuvenate mind and body in the sanctuary of the hotel’s exclusive Spa.
Overlooking beautiful Hanalei Bay, the St. Regis Princeville offers bespoke service amid
magnificent natural surroundings.     For connoisseurs who desire the finest expressions in
luxury, contact 800-325-3589 or stregisprinceville.com.

About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts

       Combining timeless sophistication with modern luxury, the St. Regis brand is
uncompromising in its commitment to excellence. Founded by John Jacob Astor with the
landmark St. Regis Hotel, New York over a century ago, St. Regis is known for delivering an
unrivaled dimension of luxury, bespoke service and refined elegance at the best addresses in
the world.

       The brand plans to further its legacy globally and will unveil highly anticipated St.
Regis properties in Atlanta-Buckhead, Baha Mar, The Bahamas, Bahia Beach, Puerto Rico,
Bal Harbour and Deer Crest in North America, and in Buenos Aires, Costa Rica, Mexico
City and Punta Mita in Latin America.

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         In Asia, St. Regis has announced plans to open properties in Bali, Bangkok, Jakarta,
Lhasa, Kuala Lumpur, Macao, Osaka and Tianjin. In the Middle East, St. Regis will expand
in Cairo, Doha and Bahrain. Personalized service and amenities, enviable locations and
luxuriously localized design are recognized worldwide as hallmarks of the St. Regis
experience. For more information on St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit
www.stregis.com.

About Starwood Hotels & Resorts

         Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT) is one of the leading
hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 900 properties in more than
100 countries and 155,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels
is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the
following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis(R), The Luxury Collection(R), W(R),
Westin(R), Le Meridien(R), Sheraton(R), Four Points(R) by Sheraton, and the recently
launched Aloft(SM), and Element(SM). Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation
Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation
interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com.

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Media Contact:
Stephanie Kaluahine Reid
Director, Public Relations
808-826-2286
stephanie.reid@stregis.com
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