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Featuring: June 2024

­­North America​​

• Jocelyn Lurie has been promoted as Vice President of Procurement at Throughline by IIG. Her vision aligns perfectly with IIG's ethos - where every design is more than an aesthetic, it's a unique narrative brought to life through meticulous execution.
• Androse Bell named GM and Vice President of Operations at HVMG. He has received numerous accolades, including 2019 GM of the Year, Hard Rock Hotel of the Year and Delta Hotel of the Year twice.
• Gary Thulander has been appointed as Area Managing Director at Wequassett Resort and Golf Club. He he will oversee Red Jacket Resorts, supporting the management team across the five South Yarmouth-based properties.
• Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) appoints Jamison Conrey as vice president of engineering, Capital Projects and Risk Management. He will continue to lead the engineering support for the portfolio and drive innovation and quality.
• Maggie Rose named GM and Vice President of Operations at Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG). She was instrumental in turning the property around, reversing years of failed QA and GSS reviews.
• Latrina Wright has been appointed as General Manager at Residence Inn by Marriott Kenwood. She brings over 20 years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager.
• The St. Regis Bal Harbour welcomes Terrance Kelly as Market Director of Sales and Marketing. With 15 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role at the beloved property.
• Peter Yeung has been appointed as General Manager at The Prince Kitano New York. He will oversee day-to-day operations, lead the onsite team to ensure the highest level of service and uphold the property's decades-long reputation for delivering personalized experiences.
• Shelly Anne Myrie-Lindo named Spa Director at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. She has over twenty years of expertise from her tenure within three Ritz-Carlton properties.
• The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort appoints Lorna Kirwan as Director of Sales & Marketing. Her leadership as Director of Sales & Marketing is marked by her dynamic approach, which not only drives revenue but also develops & enhances guest relations.
• Rafael Montalvo has been appointed as Marketing Director at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort. He is a seasoned senior marketing professional with a wealth of expertise encompassing strategic planning, qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• HVS Executive Search named Wendy Hollander as Chief Administrative Officer. She will oversee all administrative operations, ensuring the development and implementation of efficient systems and policies to meet the current and future needs of our organization.
• Miranda Burkes has been appointed as Event Sales Manager at Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin. She will lead the events team working on behalf of Hyatt Centric Austin to ensure a seamless experience for guests and customers.
• Dream Downtown appoints Sean Olmstead as General Manager. He will be focusing on upholding the hotel's reputation as a premier lifestyle brand, maximizing revenue, and overseeing day-to-day operations.
• Suhad El Hariri Tsaoussis named Regional Commercial Director at Valor Hospitality, Middle East, CIS, and Indian Ocean. She brings an abundance of experience in sales and marketing, business development, strategic planning, and partnership cultivation.
• John Rolfs has been appointed as General Manager at Pendry Park City. He has more than 28 years of experience in hospitality, including over two decades with The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, most recently as general manager of St. Regis Bal Harbour Hotel.
• Ivy Kwan joined Capella Hotel Group as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. She will champion the strategic positioning of the company, further solidifying the group's standing as one of the world's leading ultra-luxury hospitality companies.
• David Martins named Director of Sales & Marketing at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills. He is responsible for overseeing all sales and marketing initiatives at the award-winning property, along with achieving sales growth and developing new and existing markets.
• Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG) appoints Linda Philp as Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer. She will be responsible for the company's accounting, financial reporting, tax, systems optimization/technology and risk management functions.
• Justin Chapman has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Champlain. He will be leading the rebranding of the hotel and the recently opened, regionally inspired all-day eatery, Lily May's Coffee & Café.
• Leigh Holloway has been promoted as Chief Strategy Officer at Hospitality America. She will steer the strategic planning process, identify avenues for growth, and spearhead initiatives to streamline operations across the organization's hotel properties.
• Dale MacPhee has been appointed as General Manager at Conrad Washington, DC. She will lead the team in all aspects of hotel operations, from marketing and hotel administration to luxury hospitality.
• Melissa Sims was named General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. She brings a diversity of management experience to her new role at the helm of the brand's Santa Fe property, ranked the #1 Best Resort in New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report.
• Michael Anthony joins Waldorf Astoria New York as Chef Partner. He will usher in a new era of culinary excellence overseeing the signature restaurant dining experience and concept at Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts' flagship property.
• Michael Innocentin has been appointed as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Omni Hotels. He will oversee the planning, development, and execution of all brand marketing initiatives, including advertising, public relations, social media, the website, and digital campaigns.
• Nicolas McDermott named General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton. He is remarkable leadership during unprecedented times, notably steering the hotel through pandemic challenges, has earned him recognition throughout the hospitality industry.
• Waymore’s Guest House & Casual Club appoints Avi Niego as General Manager. He will cultivate an atmosphere that celebrates the hyperlocal community of East Nashville.
• Sofya McIntosh has been appointed as SVP of Sales & Customer Success at ComOps. She has 25 years of experience in both hotel operations and technology sales leadership.
• InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile welcomes Nabil Moubayed as General Manager. He plans to leverage his deep industry expertise and caring leadership approach to create a hotel experience that is equally impressive to its employees as it is to its guests.
• Matthew Swisher named Captain / General Manager at Moxy Boulder. He was most recently the assistant GM at The Jacquard Hotel where he effectively led hotel operations focusing on leadership, development, and mentorship with $27 million in annual revenues.
• Katie Moermond has been appointed as Director of Sales at Moxy Boulder. She has 18 years of experience in the industry and started her career working with both the Marriott and Hilton brands in Cincinnati, Ohio.
• Moxy Boulder appoints Hannah Timm as Director of Food and Beverage. She is a highly motivated senior hospitality leader with 12 years of experience in restaurant and hospitality management including 10 new restaurant openings.
• Stephen Spierto has been appointed as Chief Accounting Officer at DiamondRock Hospitality Company. He was responsible for overseeing corporate accounting, financial reporting and technical accounting.
• Anika Fischer joined DiamondRock Hospitality Company as Senior Vice President and General Counsel. She will assume legal responsibilities from William J. Tennis, the Company's Executive Vice President and General Counsel.
• Amit Sripathi named Chief Development Officer at Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. He will lead Wyndham's North American franchise sales team as they help hotel owners tap into the power of the world's largest hotel franchise company and its iconic brands.
• John J. Chaszar has been appointed as EVP & General Manager at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. He will manage the development, grand opening, and day-to-day operations of the first land-based casino property in the Shreveport-Bossier market.
• Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa welcomes Mario Maesano as Vice President of Marketing. He will drive the overall development and implementation of tactical marketing initiatives across the property.
• Kalyana Krishnamoorthy has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection. He oversees the food & beverage program, the security team, as well as the rooms division along with maintaining the standard of excellence.
• Michael Cole named Director of Sales and Catering at Hotel Vin, Autograph Collection. His responsibilities include cultivating relationships with both new and existing customers, leading the sales and catering team and contributing to the overall success of the property.
• Hiba Araji has been appointed as Regional Design and Project Development Manager at Valor Hospitality, Middle East and CIS region. She has over 19 years of experience in architectural and engineering consultancy within the hospitality sector.
• The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort appoints Nicole Okuna as General Manager. She has 16 years of experience with Marriott and Starwood resort properties on Maui, Kauai, the Island of Hawaii and Oahu.
• Limelight Boulder welcomes Angela Blackstock as Director of Sales and Marketing. She brings over 30 years of extensive experience in the hotel industry, particularly within sales, marketing, and catering departments.
• Dean Wood has been appointed as Senior Director of Sales and Channel Partners at WorldVue. He is responsible for increasing market share in both the UK and internationally by implementing successful strategies.
• Eric McCarthy-Zink has been promoted as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Hotel Equities Group, LLC. He will oversee enterprise-wide finance and accounting.
• Hector Ortiz named General Manager at Hyatt Centric Key West Resort & Spa. He will oversee operations, ensuring a continued commitment to the unparalleled experience at the hidden waterfront oasis in Key West.
• TradeWinds Island Resorts appoints Avi Yesawich as Managing Director. He oversees all aspects of the TradeWinds operations, including strategic vision and direction, sales, marketing, finance, revenue, human resources, and all hotel food and beverage operations.
• Chris Delgado has been appointed as General Manager at Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown. He has 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry.
• Bobby Smith named Director of Sales & Marketing at Cambria Hotel Nashville Midtown. He has more than 30 years of experience and brings a deep understanding of Nashville's unique hospitality landscape to his new role.
• Jessica Rincon has been appointed as Managing Director at Sandbourne Santa Monica. She has two decades of experience in luxury hospitality.
• Sandbourne Santa Monica appoints Erica Thorne as Director of Sales & Marketing. She will oversee Sandbourne's extensive marketing efforts and brand conceptualization, while driving continuous revenue.
• Kimberly Jensen has been promoted as General Manager at Homewood Suites by Hilton Boise. She will report directly to Sargis Mnatsakanyan, MHC Regional Director of Operations.
• Jenni Hwang has been appointed as Regional Director of Marketing at Crescent Hotels & Resorts. With over 15 years of experience, she excels in brand development while enhancing the visibility and operations of hotels, restaurants, bars, and exclusive membership clubs.
• David Rosenberg has been promoted as Executive Vice President of Operations at Hotel Equities Group, LLC. He will continue to support a significant portfolio and HE's growing shared services discipline.
• Hotel Equities Group, LLC promotes Peter Tziahanas as Executive Vice President of Operations. His focus on operational excellence within the company's full service and lifestyle division has firmly established HE as a leader.
• Toi Brown has been promoted as Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Hotel Equities Group, LLC. Under her leadership, HE's focus on associate wellness and benefits, risk mitigation and regulatory compliance continues to be a differentiator for HE.
• Heidi Nielsen named VP of Business Development at Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG). She has 20 years of hospitality experience.
• Lynette Knutson has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Madison Monona Terrace. She drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations with strategic vision and planning.
• Kingston Resorts appoints Tim Arnold as Managing Director. He will continue elevating the guest experience, ensuring Kingston Resorts continues its destination leadership on the Grand Strand.
• Moxy Miami Wynwood welcomes Julio Grisales as Director of Sales. His role will be integral in driving forward the brand's mission to offer vibrant, unique experiences unlike any other in the hotel industry.
• Bertha Crucet named Director of Sales & Marketing at Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay. She will develop and implement sales initiatives and marketing strategies to generate maximum revenue and support the property's continued growth.
• Daniel Burger has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Langham, Boston. He will lead the culinary team at The Langham, Boston, overseeing Private Kitchen, banqueting and the hotel's two restaurants - Grana and The Fed.

Europe​

• José Manuel Molina has been appointed as General Manager at Nobu Hotel Ibiza Bay. He plans to maximize results and resources, applying learnings from his 35-year career and supporting the hotel into its busy spring and summer season.
• Barbara Muckermann named Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Kempinski Hotels. Kempinski is proud of its 127-year tradition and the associated high standard of quality which the group has introduced into new upwardly-mobile markets.

Asia

• Olivier Chavy has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer at The Lux Collective. He will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and performance of The Lux Collective whilst pursuing its expansion in high potential markets.
• Kylie Ortega named Conference and Events Sales Executive at Dorsett Melbourne. She has five years of experience at several other major Australian hotels.
• Dorsett Melbourne appoints Maggie Wong as Director of Sales. She brings 16 years of hotel industry experience with her, working across multiple properties within both Hong Kong and Australia.
• Wendy Au has been appointed as Business Development Manager at Dorsett Melbourne. She brings with her over 10 years of experience in hotels across Asia and Australia.
• Ross Spencer has been promoted as Director of Revenue – Australia at Dorsett Gold Coast and Dorsett Melbourne. He will oversee both Dorsett Gold Coast and Dorsett Melbourne.
• Dorsett Gold Coast and Dorsett Melbourne promotes Andy Karabouloukis as Director of Sales - MICE - Australia. He takes on the role of Director of Sales - MICE, supporting the two Dorsett hotels in Australia.
• Manish Bedi named Director of Food & Beverage at The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences. He will oversee F&B across all aspects of the luxury hotel ensuring the highest standards of service and exceptional experience for guests.
• Lokesh Kumar has been appointed as Vice President of Development for the Middle East at Minor Hotels, Middle East. He will oversee development strategies and management of assets across Minor Hotels' portfolio of hotels.
• Greg Gubiani named General Manager at Crowne Plaza Changi Airport. He helms the strategic management and operations of Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, a 575-room property renowned for its tranquil resort ambiance, rooms with the best runway views.
• Minakshi Panday joins Novotel Guwahati GS Road as Room Division Manager. With an illustrious career spanning over 12 years in the hospitality industry, she brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role.
• Conrad Koh Samui appoints Brent Assam as Director of Operations. He will oversee the daily operations at Conrad Koh Samui, ensuring exceptional service and guest satisfaction.
• Marco Araujo has been appointed as General Manager at Conrad Koh Samui. He will oversee the commercial and operational performances for Conrad Koh Samui.
• Andrew Hills named General Manager at Novotel Sydney Darling Square. He will be looking to capitalise on the Darling Square precinct's work/life locale, ensuring the ongoing financial success of the property while maintaining a high level of team morale and guest experience.
• Minor Hotels appoints Puneet Dhawan as Head of Asia. He will be responsible for the performance of all Minor Hotels properties in Asia, working in close collaboration with the Minor Hotels senior leadership team and will report to Minor Hotels CEO Dillip Rajakarier.
• Stephane Massarini named Cluster Managing Director at Rosewood Kauri Cliffs, Rosewood Cape Kidnappers and Rosewood Matakauri. He will oversee all Managing Director responsibilities of Rosewood Cape Kidnappers and Rosewood Matakauri.
• Emanuele Accame has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Four Seasons Hotel Seoul. He is constantly inspired by the universal power of food to bring people together, relishing every connecting element within each restaurant that he oversees.
• Nikhil Bhaskaran joins Shangri-La Eros New Delhi as Food & Beverage Manager. He will provide strategic leadership to the F&B operations, focusing on maximizing revenue, introducing innovative concepts, and enhancing the overall dining experience for guests.
• Rajeev Neolia has been promoted as Director of Sales at Shangri-La Eros New Delhi. He will enhance the development and implementation of innovative sales strategies aimed at expanding the hotel's market share while driving revenue growth.
• Peter Tichy has been appointed as General Manager at Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Bangkok. With over three decades of comprehensive experience in the hospitality industry, He is set to lead this distinguished hotel into a vibrant new chapter.
• Sharad Puri named SVP & General Manager at The Leela Palace Jaipur. With over three decades of experience, He is an industry veteran and an inspirational leader who has worked in highly competitive environments across multiple cities in India.
• Rami Massoud joined Dusit International as Vice President of Development (EMEA). He has 25 years of experience in hotel development, real estate investment, and asset management.
• Pornpim Hiranpradit named Director of Development (Global) at Dusit International. She is responsible for spearheading Dusit's development efforts across Asia-Pacific and supporting Dusit's regional development offices worldwide.

South America​

• Luigi Wix has been appointed as General Manager at Radisson Blu Aruba. Under his leadership, Radisson Blu Aruba maintains its commitment to ownership's pillars of sustainability, innovation and employee satisfaction.
• Oscar Molina named Director of Sales and Catering at Corazón Cabo Resort and Spa. He will tap into his expertise and leadership to promote the resort's extensive indoor and outdoor meeting space.
• Casa Chablé appoints Celia Benito as General Manager. She brings a wealth of expertise and a passion for excellence to Casa Chablé.
• Fairmont Mayakoba welcomes Axel Najera as Assistant Director of Marketing. He has successfully ran his own marketing agency for six years, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic acumen.
• Edouard Grosmangin has been appointed as Regional Vice President, Mexico and South America at Rosewood Hotels & Resorts, Mexico and South America. He will oversee the operations and strategies of Rosewood properties across the region.
• Fernando García Rossette named General Manager at AVA Resort Cancun. He will oversee all operational aspects of the new resort, while maximizing revenue and maintaining focus on strategic goals.
• Diego Padula has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Grand Roatán Resort & Spa. He will oversee the resort's daily hotel operations, maintain quality standards and ensure guest satisfaction.

­­Carribean​

• Manuela Fahringer has been appointed as General Manager at Zemi Miches All-Inclusive Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton. She will steer operations of the new-build resort overlooking Playa Esmeralda, spanning six four-story buildings with 502 guestrooms.

Middle East​

• Mohamed Mahmoud named Cluster General Manager at InterContinental Residences and Crowne Plaza Business Bay. His focus on wellness travel, culture, and heritage-inspired experiences consistently surpassed guest expectations and optimised resort performance.
• John Halliday has been promoted as Hotel Manager at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach. He has 28 years of experience in the hospitality sector.
• Wahdan Al Kadi named Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR). He significantly contributed to advancing the national objectives outlined in Vision 2030 during his tenure at TDF, bringing a wealth of expertise to his new role.
• Holiday Inn Abu Dhabi appoints Mahak Sharma as General Manager. She is positioned to uplift the guest experience and drive sustainable commercial growth.
• DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island welcomes Bilal Ben Amar as Director of Food & Beverage. He joins the resort with a focus on enhancing the quality standards of its food & drinks venues and putting the emphasis on genuinely connecting with guests.
• Stéphanie Timsit has been appointed as Director of Operations at Fairmont Hotel Riyadh. She will spearhead Fairmont Hotel Riyadh's operational efforts, integrating diverse departments to elevate guests' experiences.
• Amanda Schmiege named Senior Director of Spa at The Pearl Spa and Wellness UAE Collection. Her mission is to foster intentional awareness and encourage conscious choices that allow all to feel their best selves, cultivating a profound sense of well-being.
• InterContinental The Red Sea Resort appoints Francesco Pantalone as General Manager. He will oversee all aspects of the new luxury resort, which includes a striking, architecturally designed hotel, exclusive club InterContinental and a wealth of unique dining.
• Raffles The Palm Dubai welcomes Aaron Kaupp as General Manager. He aims to uphold the brand's legacy of excellence while fostering innovation and community partnerships.
• Dadirai Mutasa named Executive producer, marketing & communications at Paramount Hotel. She has set new standards in hospitality marketing through her strategic initiatives, enhancing the brands she works with and leaving a significant impact on the industry.
• DAMAC Hotels & Resorts welcomes Akshay Sood as Sr Director Commercial - Sales | Revenue | Distribution | Marketing at DAMAC Hotels & Resorts. He has 15 years of experience in the hotel industry's commercial sector.
• Juan Samsó has been appointed as Managing Director at Rosewood Doha. He has 24 years of experience in the hospitality sector.
• Joakim af Trolle Velinder named Director of Sales & Marketing at Shangri-La Muscat. He will join the leadership team at the iconic Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah and Shangri-La Al Husn, a complex boasting 640 rooms with 14 outlets.
• Fairmont Hotels & Resorts Dubai, Ajman and Fujairah welcomes Luigi Vespero as Cluster Director of Food & Beverage. He will oversee all aspects of the culinary operations across Fairmont Dubai Sheikh Zayed Road, as well as the Ajman and Fujairah properties.
• Sahiti Gaddam has been appointed as Corporate VP of sales at Rotana. She will spearhead sales development across the company's existing and forthcoming properties.

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