Chief Talent Scout

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Milan Patnaik, and I am the new General Manager a.k.a. the Chief Talent Scout for the new aloft Dulles-North hotel opening in mid-November of this year. I have been in the hospitality business since 1994 and have overseen hotel openings, transitions and acquisitions. For those who know me best, my tendencies are to try to live nine lives simultaneously, striving to fit in each and every of life’s moments in to an already busy schedule. A true Libra, I am forever balancing the scales, changing my mind and weighing out the consequences before making any decision. Born in Clearfield, Pennsylvania, and raised in Annandale, Virginia - I live a very culturally enriched life coming from an Indian heritage. Ever since I can remember I have always been the outdoors type, always convincing my family and friends to enjoy camping in the Shenandoah Valley. In total I have gone on over 100 camping trips and I probably own every piece of camping equipment Coleman makes. Fishing is another one of my favorite hobbies – biggest fish caught – a 4.5 feet long / 2 feet in girth Rockfish from Solomon’s Island, Maryland. Check out new marina at Lake Fairfax, VA. (http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lakefairfax/marina.htm) My passion for fishing probably drives my love for seafood: steamed crabs with Old Bay Season topping the list. When I am not watching the latest NFL headline on ESPN, I enjoy playing football, basketball, tennis or enjoying a leisurely motorcycle drive through Rappahannock County. Because of my passion for life’s total sensory experience, my on-the-go lifestyle harmonizes with the aloft vision of urban flair and social interplay. Does this sound like you? As the Chief Talent Scout, I am on the look out for those individuals alive with the energy of discovery and interaction.