AVONDALE, Pa. (Jan. 26, 2006) -- Steven A. Furman has joined Forewinds Hospitality as director of hospitality operations.

Forewinds Hospitality specializes in the acquisition, revitalization and management of premier private and public golf clubs, daily-fee golf courses, restaurants, hotels and resorts - employing innovative hospitality strategies to build premium hospitality destination brands.

As director of hospitality operations, Furman is responsible for integrating and systematizing all hospitality operations and training related to food and beverage, golf operations and golf membership services across Forewinds' network of golf destination properties. A seasoned hospitality industry executive, Furman brings 26 years of food and beverage operations, sales, marketing and business development experience to his new position with Forewinds Hospitality.