Anthony Beach Named General Manager of Thompson Hotel Chicago
Chicago, IL – August 2025 The Thompson Hotel Chicago is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony Beach as General Manager. Anthony officially assumed the role on August 4, 2025, bringing with him more than two decades of hospitality leadership across both upscale and luxury properties. His career includes successful hotel openings, brand repositionings, and award-winning management experience in key markets. Most recently, Anthony served as General Manager for the David Rubenstein Forum & Quadrangle Club at the University of Chicago, overseeing a complex $17 million+ operation encompassing full-service banquet, catering, restaurant, and meeting spaces. He has also led the Sophy in Hyde Park and Hyatt Place Chicago Medical District, where he was honored as Hyatt Select Service Manager of the Year in 2015. A proud U.S. Army veteran, Anthony’s leadership style is rooted in discipline, integrity, and service. Known for his people-first approach, he empowers teams, fosters culture, and inspires excellence across all levels of operations. He is passionate about creating environments where colleagues feel supported, guests feel genuinely cared for, and service consistently exceeds expectations. “Anthony’s proven ability to elevate both performance and team engagement makes him a perfect fit for the Thompson Chicago,” said Juan Leyva, Senior Vice President, Oxford Hotels & Resorts. “We are confident his leadership will bring energy, innovation, and continued commitment to excellence across the hotel.” Anthony resides in Evergreen Park with his wife, Koba, also a hospitality professional with Loews
About Thompson Chicago Hotel Corp, and their daughter, Nicole, an incoming senior at Hampton University in Virginia. Thompson Chicago is an award-winning hotel featuring 247 guestrooms and interiors by renowned British designer Tara Bernerd & Partners. The hotel boasts stunning views of both Lake Michigan and the city and is just steps away from Michigan Avenue, boutiques on Oak Street, and downtown’s finest dining and nightlife destinations. Thompson Chicago also features 12,000 square feet of meeting, pre- function and catering space, accommodating up to 200 guests. In addition, the property offers private dining rooms and a reception area, as well as six two-level penthouse lofts.
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For additional information and to make reservations, please visit thompsonhotels.com/hotels/thompson-chicago. Devanie Howard Page One Public Relations
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