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Jon Blanchard — BLVD Hospitality
Founder
THE LATEST:
Blanchard, the founder of downtown-based BLVD Hospitality, had an active year despite the pandemic. In August, he purchased the iconic Georgian Hotel on Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica on undisclosed terms. Blanchard partnered with Global Mutual and ESI Ventures on the deal for the classic turquoise hotel with Art Deco features. He is also the co-founder of fast-casual restaurant chain Chicas Tacos, which recently opened locations in Culver City, Beverly Grove and Mid-Wilshire.
BACKGROUND:
Blanchard founded BLVD in 2008 with Nicolo Rusconi. The company was responsible for the renovation of the United Artists’ Building and Theatre downtown, transforming the property into Ace Hotel. BLVD also developed Soho Warehouse in the Arts District, created L.A.’s first modular construction high-rise project with downtown’s CitizenM hotel and built out The Hoxton hotel downtown.
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