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KSL Resorts saw a change in its leadership this month when co-founder Scott Dalecio stepped down as chief executive after 20 years. The Irvine-based hotel owner and operator appointed Greg Kennealey as its new CEO.

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KSL Resorts (KSLR) announced today the appointment of industry leader Greg Kennealey as its new chief executive officer. In his new position, Kennealey takes charge of overseeing the operation, development and strategic direction of KSLR and its growing portfolio of resort properties. Kennealey succeeds Scott Dalecio, who will step down as CEO but continue as a senior advisor to KSLR and executive chairman of Outrigger Resorts & Hotels.

Irvine-based hotel owner and operator KSL Resorts has appointed Greg Kennealey as its newest chief executive. Kennealey takes over the role from Co-Founder Scott Dalecio, who will remain a senior advisor to KSL.

Adding another seasoned executive to its team of accomplished hospitality professionals, KSL Resorts has announced the appointment of Patrick Smith as its new vice president of information technology. In his new role, Smith heads up KSL Resorts information technology department - designing, developing and managing the companys technological infrastructure and processes to achieve key corporate goals.

By KAREN VELIE Adding to its growing portfolio of premier resorts and hotels, KSL Resorts has taken over the day-to-day management of five San Luis Obispo

Adding to its growing portfolio of premier resorts and hotels, KSL Resorts has taken over the day-to-day management of five independent, boutique hotels – Avila Lighthouse Suites in Avila Beach, Pismo Lighthouse Suites and Shore Cliff Hotel in Pismo Beach and Paso Robles Inn and The Piccolo in Paso Robles – all situated in San Luis Obispo County, along California’s Central Coast. Previously operated by Martin Resorts, the five properties add 346 rooms to KSL Resorts’ management portfolio...

Adding to its team of accomplished hospitality executives, KSL Resorts has announced the appointment of Kit Pappas as its vice president of asset performance-east. In his new role, Pappas is charged with overseeing operations of KSL Resorts East Coast portfolio, including Camelback Resort and Blue Mountain Resort - both in the Pocono Mountains in Pennsylvania.According to Scott Dalecio, president and chief executive officer of KSL Resorts - which manages world-class destination resorts, hotels a...

Expanding its executive team, KSL Resorts has promoted Michael Palmeri to chief investment officer. Previously the companys senior vice president of investments and business development, Palmeri will continue to direct KSL Resorts investments and business development division with an expanded focus on diversifying the companys owned hospitality real estate and management portfolio into derivative leisure-oriented real estate and operating businesses.