21c Museum Hotel Hires General Manager for Bentonville

Emmanuel Gardinier has been hired as general manager of the 21c Museum Hotel Bentonville, which is currently under construction.

Until the hotel opens early next year, Gardinier will be based at its pre-opening office at 207 N.E. Second St. The office will include a gallery space and offer previews of contemporary art from the 21c collection.

Gardinier, who has more than 25 years experience managing luxury and branded properties, will divide his time between the corporate headquarters in Louisville, Ky., and Bentonville until early July.

His duties will include overseeing all hotel operations, sales, and community and guest relations.

Before joining 21c, Gardinier was managing director for the Planters Inn in Charleston, S.C.