MMH innovative ideas that make a huge impact on the bottom line.” - Brian Abel MMH ‘97 Brian Abel Vice President of Food and Beverage for North America Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Whether it’s implementing a bold new restaurant concept in partnership with star chefs, crafting the innovative Westin SuperFoodsRx Program or re-imagining the cocktail experience in the select-service category with Aloft, Brian Abel excels at game-changing food and beverage experiences. “F&B is always changing, always developing,” says Brian. “The guest experience must innovate with it. Cornell’s broad-based business acumen taught me to see opportunities others don’t and bring fresh ideas to life.” Today, Brian works with all nine Starwood Hotels brands to ensure their F&B programs are unforgettable. MASTER OF MANAGEMENT IN HOSPITALITY Brian Abel was proud to accept the Hotelier of the Year in Beverage Excellence award presented by THE TASTING PANEL on behalf of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. To learn more about the world’s leading hospitality-focused graduate management degree, go to mmh.cornell.edu/elevateyourpassion Adour Alain Ducasse, St. Regis New York strategic brand marketinghttp://mmh.cornell.edu/elevateyourpassion http://mmh.cornell.edu/elevateyourpassion