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Seabold Real Estate welcomed sales associates Laney Cook, Julia Morrison and Allison Ross.
Seabolt Real Estate is pleased to welcome new sales representatives Lainey Cook, Julia Morrison and Allison Ross to the firm. These talented real estate professionals will continue Seabolt Real Estate’s tradition of providing exceptional service to buyers and sellers in the Savannah area, providing local market insight while leveraging the firm’s premium network affiliations.
“We are pleased that Lainey Cook, Julia Morrison and Allison Ross have recently joined the Seabold Real Estate team,” said Elaine Seabold, founder of Seabold Real Estate. “Lainey, Julia and Allison have impressive backgrounds in the local real estate industry and share a deep knowledge of the Savannah market and a strong commitment to helping residential and commercial clients at all price points.”
Seabolt Real Estate’s new real estate professionals include:
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Lainey Cook, Sales Associate, Sebold Real Estate
Lainey Cook, Sales Associate — Lainey Cook is a Savannah native and residential real estate professional with in-depth knowledge of the local real estate market. A licensed agent in Georgia, she offers her clients extensive marketing, public relations and social media experience along with excellent negotiation skills. Prior to joining Seybold Real Estate, Cook worked for real estate firms in the Savannah area, specializing in residential, commercial, office and retail leasing. Earlier in her career, she served as an analyst with NNN Pro Group, one of the top net lease brokerage teams in the country. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications with a minor in Business from Auburn University and currently resides in Isle of Hope.
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Julia Morrison, Sales Associate, Siebold Real Estate
Julia Morrison, Sales Representative — Savannah native Julia Morrison brings 25 years of experience and local knowledge to her new role. She is a licensed real estate agent in Georgia and South Carolina and previously worked as a residential real estate professional for two Savannah area companies. Active in the community, Morrison is an avid volunteer for the Matthew Reardon Autism Center and Lowcountry Legal Volunteers. She is a member of the Savannah Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors, and is a past board member of the Coastal Conservation Association. Morrison earned her Bachelor’s degree in Communications and a minor in English from Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk, North Carolina. She currently resides in Savannah’s Dutch Island community.
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Allison Ross, Sales Associate, Siebold Real Estate
Allison Ross, Sales Associate — Allison Ross is a motivated real estate professional with extensive experience in the hospitality and travel industry who understands the importance of attention to detail and customer service. Previously, she worked as an Executive Meeting Specialist at Marriott in Charlotte, NC, Manager at Queen Park Social in Charlotte, and Flight Attendant for American Airlines. A North Carolina native, Ross earned her Bachelor’s degree in Language, Literature and Culture with a concentration in Spanish from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. She currently resides on Wilmington Island.
Alida Wins Travel + Leisure World’s Best Award for 2024
A Downtown Savannah hotel has been named the city’s second best hotel in a prominent readers’ survey.
Alida Savannah, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, was recently named one of Savannah’s Best Hotels by the avid readers of Travel + Leisure magazine in its 29th annual World’s Best Awards Survey. Each year, the publication’s readers share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines and more, with the results highlighting the emerging trends and destinations that resonate with today’s travelers.
“We are honored to be named one of the top five best hotels in Savannah by the readers of Travel + Leisure,” said Michael O’Shaughnessy, regional managing director for The Alida. “The recognition reflects our dedication to providing exceptional hospitality to all our guests. We are committed to maintaining this level of service so that we continue to be the hotel visitors to Savannah seek out.”
Located along Savannah’s historic River Street in the burgeoning Plant Riverside neighborhood, Alida is the ideal retreat for travelers. The hotel features year-round hot and cold saltwater pools with private cabanas and weekly programming for locals and guests. Other dining options include The Lost Square Rooftop Bar, Rhett Restaurant serving southern coastal cuisine, and the chic lobby bar, The Trade Room.
New this summer, guests at The Alida can enjoy a range of amenities and wellness activities, including:
A new outdoor space tucked away from the main pool deck, The Cove at Cabana Club is an exclusive retreat for those seeking relaxation, entertainment and privacy during their stay. Accommodating up to 10 guests, this exclusive retreat combines luxury and serenity, offering both shaded and sunny spots to relax. Every detail has been carefully considered to enhance the guest experience, with private poolside loungers, a pool table and flat-screen TVs ensuring an oasis of unparalleled tranquility and sophistication. Guided runs with the hotel’s knowledgeable running guide, Daniel Powers, will lead guests on a scenic three or five mile route along River Street or downtown Savannah. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or an occasional jogger, guided runs are designed to accommodate all fitness levels, allowing all guests to join in and discover the beauty, culture and historic landmarks of the city. Taking place on the last Saturday of every month from 9:30-10:30 a.m., Cabana Club’s Flow Series brings local yoga studio Otium to The Alida for a morning of mindful movement, invigorating vinyasa sessions, curated playlists and focused breathwork. Each session includes a complimentary Ritual Zero Proof cocktail, a discount off your total purchase at Cabana Club and access to a poolside lounger.
For more information about The Alida, visit thealidahotel.com.
Savannah-Based Colonial Group Announces Executive Promotions
Colonial Group, a Savannah-based diversified business group, has announced two promotions to its executive leadership team.
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Bob Kenyon, president of Colonial Oil Industries and chief operating officer of Colonial Group
Bob Kenyon has been promoted to chief operating officer of Colonial Group while retaining his role as president of Colonial Oil Industries, Inc., and Ryan Chandler has been promoted to chief commercial officer of Colonial Group while retaining his role as president of Colonial Terminals, Inc.
“All of Colonial Group’s companies have experienced tremendous growth and change over the past few years,” said Christian Demer, Colonial Group’s president and CEO. “While we are proud of each company’s progress, we believe we can unlock even greater potential by better leveraging synergies and strengths across our organizations. Additionally, we have an opportunity to further strengthen our family culture. Expanding Ryan and Bob’s capabilities across the company will enable us to reach our full potential and be the best in every industry we serve.”
The Colonial Group of companies operates in multiple industries, providing products and services such as energy and chemical marketing and distribution, materials storage and handling, and retail convenience stores.
In their new roles, Kenyon and Chandler will expand organisation-wide involvement in operational and commercial strategy and standards, integrating all of Colonial’s business units under a new “One Colonial” approach.
Kenyon has nearly 30 years of experience in the fuels business. Prior to joining Colonial in 2022, he served as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Renewable Energy Group, Inc. He was also the former President of Atlas Oil Company, where he led the company’s nationwide sales, marketing, supply, operations and administrative resources spanning 20 terminals and more than 900 employees. He holds a BBA in Business Administration from Eastern Michigan University and completed Advanced Executive Education at the University of Michigan.
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Ryan Chandler, President of Colonial Terminals and Chief Commercial Officer of Colonial Group
Chandler joined Colonial Group Inc. in 2011 as vice president of business development and became president of Colonial Terminals Inc. in 2020. He practiced business law earlier in his career and later served as vice president of operations for TICO/Terminal Services, a Savannah-based family-owned terminal equipment manufacturing and outsourcing company, where he worked for eight years. He holds multiple degrees from the University of Florida, including a bachelor’s degree in finance, a J.D. from the Fredrick G. Levin School of Law and an MBA from the Warrington School of Business.
