Lake Tahoe hotel and ski resort receives top award

Embassy Suites, the national brand of upscale, all-suite hotels, has recognized John Steinbach, Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe – Hotel & Ski Resort as General Manager of the Year. More than 45 awards were presented to hotels and individuals chosen from the brand’s portfolio of nearly 200 hotels throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and South America. The hotel is owned by Roppongi – Tahoe L. P. and managed by Embassy Suites Management LLC.

Steinbach has over thirty years of hospitality experience. He has been General Manager at the Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe Embassy Suites Lake Tahoe – Hotel & Ski Resort for four years and started with the Embassy Suites brand in 1990 as Regional Marketing Director for Northern California and the Pacific Northwest.

Steinbach has employed a people-centric philosophy that empowers team members to take ownership of key initiatives. His clear vision, confidence and conviction are felt by the entire team, and then carried forward. He currently resides in Gardnerville, Nevada and his hometown is Seattle, Washington. Steinbach has a Bachelor of Science degree in Geography from Central Washington University.

“Each of our team members works diligently to live the Embassy Way everyday and to provide the ultimate in guest service,” said Jim Holthouser, Senior Vice President, Embassy Suites brand management. “John Steinbach personally makes a difference in the lives of our guests and helps them be more productive while on the road. By taking ownership of his job, serving as an example to other team members, he is a true leader and is very deserving of this award.”