Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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BENCHMARK Promotes Claire Lieberman to Vice President of Business Development
BENCHMARK, a global hospitality company | May 4, 2021
THE WOODLANDS, TX – May 4, 2021 – BENCHMARK, a global hospitality company, today announces the promotion of Claire Lieberman to vice president of business development. As a leader within Benchmark’s robust development team, Lieberman will drive forward the continual growth of the Texas-based management company that operates more than 80 assets worldwide. Lieberman initially joined Benchmark in February 2020 as senior director of business development, bringing with her nearly a decade of hotel management, investment, acquisition, and development experience. Since then, Lieberman has proven instrumental in the stabilization and expansi...
Civana Wellness Resort & Spa Appoints Camila Frederico as New General Manager
CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa | May 4, 2021
CAREFREE, Ariz. – May 4, 2021 – Nestled high in the Sonoran Desert just outside of Scottsdale, Arizona, CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of General Manager, Camila Frederico. As an industry veteran, Camila offers her visionary expertise to further bolster CIVANA as a premium wellness destination for modern travelers – which recently ranked among the top 10 wellness resorts and spas in the U.S. by Travel + Lesiure, Conde Nast Traveler, and USA Today, to name a few. Camila joins a leadership team comprised of more than 90% women, and together they will continue to bring to life CIVANA’s promi...
Kirkwood Collection Hires Kenan Jones as New Vice President of Operations
Kirkwood Collection | May 3, 2021
Growing Boutique Hotel Collection Staffs Up for Pipeline of Expansion BEVERLY HILLS, CA – MAY 3, 2021 – Kirkwood Collection has hired Kenan Jones as Vice President of Operations to shepherd the collection through upcoming acquisitions and expansion of the brand. Jones has over 17 years of experience in operational and senior leadership roles with some of the most iconic brands in the boutique and lifestyle hotel space. Kenan joins Kirkwood after his latest role as the opening General Manager of The Hoxton hotel in Downtown LA. There, under his leadership the property achieved #1 ranking on TripAdvisor, outperforming 400+ hotels i...
Yannick Augy Appointed Director of Food & Beverage for Rosewood Miramar Beach
Rosewood Miramar Beach | April 30, 2021
Rosewood Miramar Beach, Southern California’s most luxurious oceanfront resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Yannick Augy as director of food & beverage. In this role, Yannick is responsible for the overall operation and direction of the resort’s food and beverage programs and its distinct dining venues and bars. He also plays a pivotal role in ensuring the resort’s culinary and beverage programs continue to set the standard for exceptional service and experiences. Yannick comes to Rosewood Miramar Beach with more than twenty years of experience in the hospitality industry, working at top hotels and restaurant groups t...
Commonwealth Hotels Appoints Carson Lethen as Director of Sales and Marketing of The Hyatt Regency Aurora Denver Conference Center
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | April 29, 2021
COVINGTON, Ky. - April 29, 2021 - Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Carson Lethen has been appointed the director of sales and marketing of the Hyatt Regency Aurora Denver Conference Center. Mr. Lethen brings over 10 years of hospitality experience to his new role as director of sales and marketing having previously served as the director of sales and marketing of the Westin Westminster with White Lodging. "Carson brings extensive proficiency in generating best in class hospitality and is very knowledgeable," said Jennifer Porter, Chief Operating Officer for Commonwealth Hotels. "We are confident with his strategic sales approach...
Summit Hotel Properties Names William (“Trey”) H. Conkling Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Summit Hotel Properties | April 29, 2021
AUSTIN, Texas - April 29, 2021 - Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. today announced that William "Trey" H. Conkling will join the Company as Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer effective May 17, 2021. "We are extremely pleased to have Trey join our management team. I've had the privilege of working with Trey for over a decade and value his extensive capital markets and transaction advisory experience," said Jonathan Stanner, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Over the course of his career, Trey has established himself as a very effective strategic thought leader that brings a breadth of experience in lodging and rela...
Accor Appoints Stephen Alden as CEO Raffles & Orient Express
Accor | April 28, 2021
Accor announces the appointment of Stephen Alden to the role of Chief Executive Officer Raffles & Orient Express, effective May 3rd. Stephen Alden will report directly to Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO, and will become a member of the Group Executive Committee. Alden, who most recently created and launched the Dedica Anthology brand in 2017, encompassing a portfolio of nine distinctive properties across Europe, will now be heading Raffles & Orient Express brands. He will further build both brands through exceptional programming, dedicated team cultures and accelerated growth. Sébastien Bazin, Accor Chairman & CEO de...
Hotel Amarano Appoints Peter Kolla as New General Manager
HOTEL AMARANO BURBANK-HOLLYWOOD | April 28, 2021
Burbank, CA. - April 28, 2021 - Hotel Amarano, the only Four Diamond luxury boutique hotel in Burbank, managed by StepStone Hospitality, proudly announces the appointment of Peter Kolla as General Manager. Kolla brings a strong leadership foundation with over twenty years in the hospitality industry. Kolla will oversee the property’s 132 guest rooms including 31 suites, three meeting and event spaces, and the hotel’s destination restaurant FYC Bar + Kitchen. “As we begin to see the resurgence of travel in Los Angeles, I am delighted to join the talented team at Hotel Amarano and build upon the signature service for which the hotel is ...
Apurva Pratap Appointed as Cycas Hospitality’s FIRST Managing Director
Cycas Hospitality | April 28, 2021
Cycas continues to strengthen its leadership and hotel management expertise, following the appointment of Apurva Pratap as the company’s first Managing Director. Apurva will join the hotel operator from 1 May, bringing nearly 25 years of hospitality and investment experience to the new role. He joins Cycas from The Student Hotel in Amsterdam where, as Chief Customer Officer, he was responsible for the portfolio’s commercial performance. Under Apurva’s leadership, the company augmented its sales, yield management and marketing functions, increased direct business share by 50% and boosted guest satisfaction levels across its properties...
Adero Scottsdale Appoints Chantelle Nikkel as Director of Sales And Marketing
ADERO Scottsdale | April 27, 2021
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – April. 27, 2021 – The new ADERO Scottsdale, an Autograph Collection hotel, is proud to announce the appointment of Chantelle Nikkel to director of sales and marketing for the region’s only Dark Sky Zone resort. Nikkel brings a wealth of hospitality knowledge and expertise to the 177-room luxury resort, managed by Aqua-Aston Hospitality, and is responsible for overseeing ADERO Scottsdale’s sales and marketing strategies. In her role, Nikkel leads all sales initiatives surrounding the property’s 16,800 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces. The event spaces provide an idyllic sett...
Pendry Park City Appoints Richard Wales as General Manager
Pendry Hotels & Resorts | April 27, 2021
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIF. – April 27, 2021 – Pendry Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the appointment of Richard Wales as general manager of Pendry Park City, scheduled to open winter 2021. Located in the heart of Canyons Village at the base of Park City Mountain, the ski-in/lift-out resort and residences will be a modernist take on a traditional alpine lodge featuring 152 guestrooms, suites, Pendry Residences, four unique lounge, restaurant and bar concepts, the only rooftop pool and bar in the area, Spa Pendry, state-of-the-art fitness center, Pinwheel Kids Club, 7,000 square feet of indoor meeting space and access to 7,300 acres ...
Aimbridge Hospitality Appoints Andrew Rubinacci as Executive Vice President of Revenue Strategy
Aimbridge Hospitality | April 27, 2021
PLANO, TX - April 27, 2021 - Aimbridge Hospitality, the world’s leading third-party hotel operator, has selected Andrew Rubinacci as Executive Vice President of its Revenue Strategy division, effective immediately. Rubinacci will be instrumental in shaping the company’s revenue strategy initiatives while capitalizing on big data, innovation, and Aimbridge’s talent within its revenue group to drive market share gains for the Aimbridge portfolio. Rubinacci brings a results-driven approach and a wealth of experience to the role including global oversight for one of the world’s largest hospitality brands. He will establish efficiencies...
St. Regis Bal Harbour Appoints Jessica Sanchez as Director of Spa
The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort | April 27, 2021
MIAMI, Fla. – April 27, 2021 – The St. Regis Bal Harbour, the Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond resort that was recently named a top resort in Florida by Conde Nast Traveler, is proud to introduce award-winning Jessica Sanchez as the luxury resort’s new Director of Spa. A successful professional with over five years of experience directing luxury hotel spas, Sanchez has already established herself as a force in the wellness industry. She joins the St. Regis Bal Harbour team following her position as Assistant Spa Director at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove where she earned the 2018 Leader of the Year distinction, the 2017 Greater M...
Atlanta’s Bellyard, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Appoints Christina Wai as Executive Chef
Bellyard | April 27, 2021
Bellyard, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, in West Midtown has appointed culinary visionary Christina Wai as the executive chef for Drawbar, the hotel’s ultramodern dining and drinking destination. As an inventive chef who thrives on exploration of new dishes and libation pairings, Wai brings a wealth of experience in executive and sous chef positions to the hospitality hotspot. At Bellyard, she will spearhead the culinary program, execute menu creation, drive culinary outlet operations, build strong relationships with purveyors and foster a positive culture within her team. “My vision is to position Drawbar as a colorful, innovative and ...
Ben Shapiro Named Executive Chef at The Eddy Taproom & Hotel Set to Open This June in Golden, Colorado
The Eddy Taproom & Hotel | April 22, 2021
GOLDEN, Colorado – April 22, 2021 – Denver dining veteran, Chef Ben Shapiro has signed on to lead the food and beverage program at The Eddy Taproom & Hotel, set to open this June in Golden. The 49-room boutique hotel is situated on the site of the old Golden Fire Brick Company and will celebrate both the mining history of the region and the abundance of outdoor adventures found in Golden. With two dining concepts, two rooftop decks and walking distance to outdoor pursuits, The Eddy is a gateway to Golden and the Colorado Rockies. Chef Shapiro will oversee day-to-day operations at The Eddy Taproom & Hotel’s two distinct cu...
Four Seasons Hotel Amman Appoints Fadi Samaan as Director of Sales
April 22, 2021
April 22, 2021 - Amman, Jordan - Four Seasons Hotel Amman announces the appointment of Fadi Samaan as the new Director of Sales for the luxury property in Amman, Jordan. Samaan is a sales veteran in Jordan with more than 11 years of experience in the hospitality industry. He stands out for developing and strengthening key accounts that generate revenue while delivering exceptional customer service. Carlo Stragiotto, General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Amman says, “We are thrilled to be welcoming Fadi to Four Seasons Hotel Amman to oversee the sales strategy of our property. Fadi has in-depth experience across Jordan and we have no...
Nishantha Para Vithanaga Appointed As Executive Chef of The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands | April 22, 2021
New York – April 22, 2021 – The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands is proud to present Nishantha Parana Vithanaga as the Executive Chef of the 100-villa resort, poised to open on June 1, 2021. With over 30 years of experience in luxury brands such as the One & Only, Jumeirah and Hilton Group in the Middle East and Asia, the Sri-Lankan-born Chef brings an exclusive culinary experience at the seven restaurants of the resort. Nishantha’s culinary passion began at a very young age when he started helping his mother with her banqueting business as an after-school hobby. He started his hospitality career as a trainee at the age of 19,...
Mandarin Oriental, Singapore Appoints Cindy Kong as Hotel Manager
Mandarin Oriental, Singapore | April 21, 2021
Singapore – 21 April 2021 – Mandarin Oriental, Singapore is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Cindy Kong as Hotel Manager. A veteran in the hospitality industry, Cindy brings with her extensive knowledge of hotel operations, including over 20 years of experience with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group with her most recent role as Hotel Manager of The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong. In her new capacity, Cindy will play a pivotal role in spearheading initiatives to drive operational excellence and ensure high levels of guest satisfaction. Cindy is no stranger to Mandarin Oriental, Singapore, having worked here in 2000 as a Gues...
The Eliza Jane in New Orleans Appoints Ellen Lemaire as General Manager
The Unbound Collection by Hyatt | April 21, 2021
NEW ORLEANS, LA. - April 21, 2021 - The Eliza Jane, a luxury boutique hotel in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, has announced the appointment of Ellen LeMaire as General Manager. Built within nine historic warehouses and design inspired by buildings’ rich history, The Eliza Jane’s accommodations and amenities comprise 196 guestrooms with 50 suites, including 12 signature suites, a fitness center, lush garden courtyard and spacious lobby bar, which is now open. The hotel also features more than 1,700 square feet of multi-purpose event space, suitable for hosting meetings and standalone restaurant. As General Manager of The Eliza Jane, Le...
Jarrod Finley Appointed Director of Sales & Marketing for Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City Opening in 2022
Hyatt Regency | April 21, 2021
Salt Lake City, UT – April 21, 2021 – Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City today announced the appointment of Jarrod Finley as the hotel’s opening Director of Sales & Marketing. In his role, Finley will develop and implement strategic sales and marketing initiatives to help achieve a variety of objectives for the 700-room convention hotel. Attached to the Salt Palace Convention Center, the Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City is designed for large scale meetings and conventions and will welcome guests to experience a vibrant and thriving urban hub, with breathtaking views of the snowcapped mountains. “Salt Lake City has emerged as a sought aft...
Marriott International Appoints Sandeep Walia as Chief Operating Officer for the Middle East
Marriott International | April 20, 2021
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - April 20, 2021 - Marriott International, Inc. (www.Marriott.com) has announced today the appointments of Sandeep Walia as Chief Operating Officer, Middle East and Jerome Briet as Chief Development Officer for Europe, Middle East & Africa. Walia will step into the role on July 1, 2021, following the retirement of current COO, Guido De Wilde, announced last month. Briet will take on the role from Carlton Ervin, who was recently appointed as Marriott’s Global Development Officer, International. Walia, will be responsible for Marriott International’s 146 operating hotels across the Middle ...
HP Hotels Names Kerry Ranson as CEO
HP Hotels Management, Inc. | April 20, 2021
Birmingham, Alabama - April 20, 2021 - HP Hotels, a leading full-service third-party hotel management company, announced today that Kerry V. Ranson, formerly the firm’s Chief Development Officer, has become its new Chief Executive Officer. HP Hotels Chairman Mike Hines made the announcement. As CEO, Kerry will continue to lead the company's strategic vision to grow and further diversify its third-party property and asset management portfolio, as well as its array of advisory services. He will also be responsible for managing and helping develop the firm’s executive leadership team; work closely with the HP Hotels’ Advisory Committee...
Karen Chastain Appointed General Manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel | April 20, 2021
DANA POINT, CA – April 20, 2021 – Southern California’s premier coastal resort, The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, proudly announces the appointment of a new General Manager Karen Chastain, who joins the oceanfront resort from Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino where she served as Complex General Manager. She returns to California, overseeing The Ritz-Carlton’s flagship just as the resort unveils a captivating guestroom, suite, and Club Level renovation. With over 28 years of industry experience, she brings a strong leadership foundation with expertise in finance, operations, strategic management, and career development. ...
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Appoints Steven J. Smith as General Manager
Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa | April 19, 2021
San Antonio, Texas – April 19, 2021 – Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa, the premier Hill Country resort located on 300 acres in San Antonio, announces Steven J. Smith as general manager. Smith joins the property from Hyatt Regency Houston. “I am thrilled to join the great team at Hyatt Regency Hill Country and to become involved in the vibrant community here in San Antonio,” said Steven J. Smith, general manager of Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa. “As 2020 was a difficult time in travel, it is my goal to showcase our amazing resort and the world-class experience it provides for guests, while providing unmat...
