Management Changes at Medford Area Hotels

MEDFORD, OR- June 12, 2007- InnSight Hotel Management Group has announced that Brandon Perkins will replace Saundra McLean as General Manager of the Medford/Central Point Fairfield Inn & Suites.  Ms. McLean will be General Manager of InnSight’s two newest hotels in Medford, the TownePlace Suites by Marriott and the SpringHill Suites by Marriott. 

Brandon Perkins joined InnSight HMG earlier this year.  He started with the company as Assistant General Manager of the Eugene/Springfield Courtyard by Marriott. Prior to joining InnSight, Mr. Perkins held positions with Tharaldson Properties and Marriott International. “I am honored to have the opportunity to lead this great hotel.” says Perkins.  “With the combination of our recent refresh throughout the hotel and our outstanding staff, I look forward to offering our guests the best experience possible.” 

Saundra McLean began her career with InnSight HMG in July 2006 as General Manager of the Fairfield Inn & Suites.  Prior to that, Ms. McLean was Opening General Manager of the Plaza Inn & Suites in Ashland.   Ms. McLean says "We are excited to bring these two new hotels to Southern Oregon.  The TownePlace Suites 76 rooms will be opening July 6th, offering extended stay lodging with a neighborhood-style living experience featuring full kitchen amenities. The SpringHill Suites opens August 15th, with 86 spacious all-suite rooms 25% larger than traditional hotel guest rooms. Both hotels offer complimentary breakfast, high speed Internet access, pool, exercise room and 24 hour desk service."

Additionally, InnSight has hired three new managers to work at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott and the SpringHill Suites by Marriott.  Bjoern Jaeger is joining the team as Assistant Manager/Front Office Operations for both hotels. Bjoern is a recent graduate from Washington State University with a B.A. in Hospitality Business Management. Larry Hogland will be Assistant Manager/Suite Care overseeing housekeeping and maintenance at both properties.  Larry previously worked for InnSight as opening Chief Engineer for the Fairfield in Central Point.  Gail LaCoss is joining the team as Sales Manager representing both properties. Gail has extensive Sales & Marketing experience including positions as Sales Manager for The Inn at the Tides, Bodega Bay, CA and Marketing Director & Events Coordinator for Fife's Guest Ranch, Guerneville, CA. 

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InnSight Hotel Management Group is based in Springfield, OR.  Current properties under InnSight management include:

Springfield/Eugene, Oregon
• Holiday Inn Express
• Courtyard by Marriott
• Comfort Suites
• Residence Inn by Marriott
• Holiday Inn – March 2008

Portland/Hillsboro, Oregon
• SpringHill Suites by Marriott

Medford/Central Point, Oregon
• Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
• Courtyard by Marriott Airport
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites
• TownePlace Suites by Marriott – July 2007
• SpringHill Suites by Marriott – August 2007

Burlington, Washington
• Fairfield Inn & Suites