NEW LEADERSHIP AT DEV HOTEL & CONFERENCECENTRE: IAN BENTLEY JOINS AS GENERAL MANAGER

February 6, 2025

CORNWALL, ON–DEV Hotel & Conference Centre is pleased to
announce the appointment of Ian Bentley as its new General Manager. With over 25
years of diverse hospitality experience, Ian brings a wealth of expertise, creativity, and a
passion for excellence to this role.

A graduate of Loyalist College with a diploma in Hotel and Restaurant Management,
Ian’s career has been shaped by international experiences across Western Canada,
Great Britain, Spain, Australia, and the United States. His time abroad provided valuable
insight into global hospitality trends and operational best practices.

Throughout his career, Ian has held leadership positions with some of the industry’s
most respected brands, including Delta Chelsea Toronto, Fairmont San Jose, Park
Hyatt Toronto, Renaissance Toronto-Rogers Centre, and Delta Prince Edward Island.
In Cornwall, Ian made a significant impact as part of the leadership team at the NAV
Centre, where he revitalized the property’s food and beverage operations, launched
innovative dining concepts such as The Stone House Steakhouse and the revamped
Jet Set Pub. His ability to create premium guest experiences extended too large-scale
events, including The Wonderful World of Whisky Show, which earned multiple
Excellence in Tourism Awards and gained international recognition.

As an entrepreneur, Ian founded Bentley Hospitality, bringing innovative hospitality
concepts to life. His ventures included The Craft Shack, a mobile beer trailer that
earned him Entrepreneur of the Year from the Cornwall Chamber of Commerce, and
Rock the River, a successful festival series. Most recently, as Director of Hospitality for
Weaving Baskets Group, he played a key role in developing four distinct hospitality
brands, including restaurants, a butchery, and a pub.

With expertise in food and beverage innovation, event management, branding, and
business development, Ian is dedicated to positioning DEV Hotel & Conference Centre
as a premier destination for conferences, events, and hospitality excellence.
“We are thrilled to welcome Ian to the team. His leadership, vision, and commitment to
innovation will bring new energy to the DEV Hotel & Conference Centre. We look
forward to seeing him elevate our offerings and further establish the Centre as a world-class hospitality destination”, declared Jean-Pierre Poulin, owner of the Dev Hotel &
Conference Centre.

About DEV Hotel & Conference Centre

Located in Cornwall, Ontario, DEV Hotel & Conference Centre is a premier destination
for conferences, corporate events, and group accommodations. With 529 guest rooms,
100,000 square feet of meeting space, and state-of-the-art facilities, the Centre offers a
seamless blend of comfort and functionality. Guests enjoy exceptional dining
experiences, fitness and wellness amenities, and a strategic location near major
transportation routes, including Highway 401 and the U.S. border. Committed to
sustainability and hospitality excellence, DEV Hotel & Conference Centre provides an
unparalleled setting for business and leisure gatherings.

For more information about DEV Hotel & Conference Centre, visit
devhotelandconferencecentre.com.

DEV Hotel and Conference Centre
1950 Montreal Road,
Cornwall, ON K6K 1W2
1-877-832-6416
info@devcentre.ca

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