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FOLEY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP APPOINTS WORLD-RENOWNED HOTELIER AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE EXPERT, SHANE GREEN, AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

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FOLEY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP APPOINTS WORLD-RENOWNED HOTELIER AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE EXPERT, SHANE GREEN, AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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FOLEY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP APPOINTS WORLD-RENOWNED HOTELIER AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE EXPERT, SHANE GREEN, AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

2025-01-29 01:45 Last Updated At:02:05

SANTA ROSA, Calif., Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Foley Entertainment Group Chairman Bill Foley announced today the appointment of Shane Green as Chief Executive Officer of Foley Entertainment Group (FEG). In this role, Green will oversee business operations for FEG's global portfolio of sports and hospitality entities, including FEG's luxury hotel collection boasting the acclaimed MacArthur Place and Farmhouse Inn in Sonoma County, Hotel Les Mars in nearby Healdsburg, and the iconic Hotel Californian in Santa Barbara, alongside an array of other distinguished sports teams, resorts, restaurants, and vineyards across the globe.  Green will direct the overall business strategy for FEG, which, under his leadership, will undergo a brand transformation during the 2025 calendar year.

"Bringing Shane in to lead Foley Entertainment Group is a massive acquisition for our organization," said Foley Entertainment Group Chairman Bill Foley. "His energy and passion will help us elevate the guest experience across our entire portfolio, whether at one of our hotels, winery tasting rooms, or live events. Shane's background and leadership will be invaluable in advancing FEG's aspirational mission of becoming the preeminent sports, hospitality, and experience entity in the world."

Originally from New Zealand, Green brings a wealth of experience from his work with renowned brands like The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, the NBA, MGM Resorts, United Airlines, Westfield, and BMW, among many others. He has played an integral role in an impressive roster of travel and hospitality efforts including opening both the Cosmopolitan and the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas, helping AREV Collection open its first property in St. Tropez, and supporting the Robertson Lodges in New Zealand and EVT hotels in Australia. 

This extensive background has shaped Green's unique approach to hospitality and business success, evident in his global training and consulting company, SGEi, and his book Culture Hacker. Both have inspired significant customer experience transformations that are emulated worldwide.

"Working with Bill to build a world-class hospitality organization is an endeavor I've been preparing for throughout my career," said Foley Entertainment Group's new CEO Shane Green. "At FEG, I'm looking forward to elevating our unique blend of luxury, authenticity, and deep connection to place that defines each property in FEG's expanding portfolio, while cementing FEG's position at the intersection of luxury hospitality, world-class sporting events, wine & spirits, tasting rooms and experiences. My goal is to create even more unforgettable moments for discerning travelers around the world, while delivering a superior level of service to each guest."

Renowned for his ability to transform workplace culture, Green will apply his expertise to elevate the guest experience across the Foley portfolio. From hotels and wineries to restaurants and sporting events, he will ensure each entity delivers a unique and memorable experience rooted in a strong sense of place and service excellence.

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ABOUT FOLEY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
Established by Bill Foley in 2021, Foley Entertainment Group operates the Foley Family's growing portfolio of entertainment properties, highlighted by the Vegas Golden Knights of the National Hockey League; AFC Bournemouth of the Premier League; the Henderson Silver Knights of the American Hockey League; the Vegas Knight Hawks of the Indoor Football League; Auckland FC of the A-Leagues; two community hockey facilities in the Las Vegas Valley; Lee's Family Forum sports and entertainment venue in Henderson, NV; the Folded Flag Foundation; the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation; Hotel Les Mars, Arandas Restaurant and Goodnight's restaurant in Healdsburg, CA; Farmhouse Inn and Farmhouse Restaurant in Forestville, CA; Hotel Californian and Blackbird restaurant in Santa Barbara, CA; MacArthur Place in Sonoma, CA; Whitefish Mountain in Whitefish, MT; Black Walnut Inn & Vineyard in Dundee, OR; and a number of other assets. The Foley Entertainment Group is committed to providing five-star service and experiences to its fans, guests, customers, and clients. For more information on the Foley Entertainment Group, visit foleyentertainmentgroup.com.

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FOLEY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP APPOINTS WORLD-RENOWNED HOTELIER AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE EXPERT, SHANE GREEN, AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

FOLEY ENTERTAINMENT GROUP APPOINTS WORLD-RENOWNED HOTELIER AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE EXPERT, SHANE GREEN, AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

MELBOURNE, Australia, Feb. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report has revealed significant challenges facing construction finance teams across Australia and New Zealand, with talent shortages, outdated systems, and manual processes topping the list of concerns. The findings by Payapps, an award-winning construction software solution trusted by thousands of main contractors and subcontractors to simplify and standardise progress payment claims, highlight the urgent need for digital transformation to alleviate pressure on finance professionals and enhance operational efficiency.

Conducted among 125 finance professionals, the survey underscores talent shortages as the most pressing issue, with 36% of respondents identifying it as their biggest challenge. This is compounded by dissatisfaction with manual workflows, particularly in managing progress claims, with 37% of finance teams expressing dissatisfaction with their current systems.

"Construction finance teams are being asked to do more with less, all while ensuring compliance with strict regulations like the Security of Payment Act in Australia and the Construction Contracts Act in New Zealand," said Daniel Giles, CFO of Payapps. "These inefficiencies not only increase stress on teams but also jeopardise project timelines and financial stability."

Key Findings:

The report also reveals that adopting digital tools significantly improves efficiency and job satisfaction. Finance teams leveraging technology report spending less time on manual tasks, freeing them to focus on strategic priorities.

A Call for Digital Transformation

With finance teams under pressure to manage growing workloads and navigate complex regulatory environments, the report advocates for adopting integrated digital solutions. Tools like Payapps, which automate and streamline progress claim processes, are identified as critical to addressing inefficiencies and retaining top talent.

"This report is a wake-up call for the construction industry," added Giles. "Investing in technology isn't just about efficiency; it's about staying competitive, retaining skilled professionals, and delivering better project outcomes."

The full report, "Building Efficient Finance Teams with Construction Technology," is available for download here.  The survey was conducted by Payapps and included responses from finance professionals from commercial construction companies in Australia and New Zealand.   Payapps thanks their partners, including Accounting Times and Accountants Daily, for inviting subscribers to participate in this survey. We also sincerely thank our valued customers for their participation.

About Payapps

Payapps - An Autodesk Company, is a cloud-based collaboration tool for the construction industry. It helps main contractors and subcontractors simplify and streamline project progress claims and approvals, including contract variations.  A simpler and faster digital process ensures greater transparency, increased accuracy, improved compliance, reduced financial risk, fewer disputes and fairer outcomes. Payapps significantly cuts progress payment processing time, helping to meet regulatory requirements. Compliance is improved and made easier with documentation verification integrated with the approval process.Our award-winning solution seamlessly integrates with a wide range of construction ERPs and accounting software to help provide real-time data on all project payment requests and approvals.  Build Better Together With Payapps

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