Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis Appoints Executive Team Members
Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis | December 22, 2020
MEMPHIS, TN – December 2020: Sarah Titus has been appointed general manager and Nicholas Janysek has been named director of sales, marketing and events of Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis, the only hotel to sit on world-famous Beale Street. The duo will oversee operations of the new-build, full-service, 227-room property, which will open its doors in early March 2021 as the newest social hub from which to explore and savor the city. Titus has more than 15 years of unparalleled industry knowledge and experience, having held various front-of-house, back-of-house and managerial positions. After graduating from Eastern Illinois University,...
Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh Appoints Sandeep Jinarajan as Director of Food & Beverage
December 22, 2020
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Dec. 22, 2020) – The soon-to-open Hyatt Regency Phnom Penh is already elevating its culinary appeal with the appointment of Sandeep Jinarajan as the hotel’s director of food and beverage. Located within walking distance to some of the city’s biggest attractions including the Royal Palace and the Mekong River, the 247-room hotel is scheduled to open in the Cambodian capital on Jan. 6, 2021. With more than 20 years of food and beverage operation experience, Jinarajan will be fully in charge of the hotel’s five dining outlets and bars, including Market Café Restaurant & Lounge, FiveFive Rooftop Restaurant &a...
HRI Lodging Appoints Opening Team for New Dual-Branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House Tampa
HRI Lodging | December 17, 2020
TAMPA, FL. (December 17, 2020): HRI Lodging announces the appointment of Patrick J. Sorge as General Manager and Arsen Khodosov as Director of Sales and Marketing for the first dual-branded Hyatt Place and Hyatt House in Tampa, opening early 2021. With over two decades of combined hospitality leadership experience, Sorge and Khodosov will oversee a total of 345 guest rooms, over 3,600 square feet of meeting space, a lobby level bar and breakfast area, state-of-the-art fitness center, a rooftop pool and terrace, and a fully integrated 220-space public parking garage in the heart of downtown Tampa. HRI Lodging, LLC will oversee management o...
Stefano Andreoli Appointed New Executive Chef at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre
December 17, 2020
December 17, 2020, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia - Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre welcomes Stefano Andreoli as its new Executive Chef, overseeing the Hotel’s culinary experience, including the Lobby Lounge, Elements, The Grill, In-Room Dining, Catering and Banqueting for special events. Born in Brescia, in northern Italy, Andreoli’s passion for cooking came from “madre,” whom he, the youngest of four, watched in the kitchen while he was growing up. He says he can remember every item his mother cooked, the passion and love she put into the process, and the way she used only products that were in the market...
Jan Vanhaelewyn Appointed General Manager for The St. Regis Bermuda Resort Opening Spring 2021
St. Regis Hotels & Resorts | December 17, 2020
St George’s, Bermuda – December 17, 2020 – The St. Regis Bermuda Resort, slated to open in Spring 2021, is proud to announce the appointment of Jan Vanhaelewyn as General Manager. Jan joins the resort with over 12 years of luxury hospitality experience, boasting expertise in both hotel and food and beverage management. A tenured industry veteran, he will be responsible for all aspects of operations, bringing a new era of luxury to this iconic destination. “We are delighted to welcome Jan Vanhaelewyn as General Manager of The St. Regis Bermuda Resort. His extensive knowledge and expertise align with the unparalleled excellence for w...
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa Appoints David Flegel as Executive Chef
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa – Authentic Hawaiian Hospitality Surrounded by Tropical Paradise | December 17, 2020
LAHAINA, Hawaii (December 17, 2020) – Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, located on 40 tropically landscaped oceanfront acres along a three-mile stretch of the famed Kaanapali Beach, is proud to announce David Flegel as the resort’s new executive chef. Flegel joins Hyatt Regency Maui just as the resort completes a two-year multimillion-dollar renovation. In his role, he will be leading and managing staff, overseeing the culinary offerings of the resort’s various restaurants, and implementing and incorporating his unique barbeque flavors as well as his international expertise in Indonesian and Asian cuisines throughout the resort’s di...
Shaun Acosta Named Executive Resort Chef at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley
December 16, 2020
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley, the highly anticipated luxury resort in the heart of California’s famed wine region, announces the appointment of Shaun Acosta as its Executive Resort Chef. Following his tenure of more than a decade with Four Seasons properties in New York and Hawaii, Acosta joins the property alongside nationally acclaimed Erik Anderson, Executive Chef of TRUSS Restaurant and Bar, which is located on-site, establishing Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley as a world-class culinary destination with unparalleled talent. As Executive Resort Chef, Acosta will oversee the open-air Campo Pools...
Michelle Caporicci Appointed General Manager of Montage Big Sky Opening 2021
Montage Big Sky | December 16, 2020
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIF. (December 16, 2020) – Montage Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the appointment of Michelle Caporicci as general manager of Montage Big Sky, set to open in 2021. With more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Caporicci will oversee all daily operations of the resort in Big Sky, Montana, located less than one hour from the Bozeman-Yellowstone International Airport and only 45-minutes from Yellowstone National Park. “We are proud to have Michelle lead the team in opening Montage Big Sky,” said Alan J. Fuerstman, founder, chairman and CEO of Montage International. “Michelle brings an...
Valor Hospitality Appoints Leadership Team for Kimpton Banneker Hotel Opening Early 2021
The Banneker | December 15, 2020
WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 15, 2020 – The Kimpton Banneker Hotel, managed by Valor Hospitality Partners, announced today the appointment of Raeshawna Scott as General Manager and Dennis Hernandez as Director of Sales and Marketing. The 144-room euro-modern luxury boutique hotel, set to open in the heart of Washington, D.C. in early 2021, will immerse guests in the rich history and urban culture of the nation’s capital with nods to profound figures like Benjamin Banneker and Claudia Alta "Lady Bird" Johnson. As general manager, Scott will lead day-to-day hotel operations, guest relations and team development ...
Fairmont Dallas Appoints Jean-Francois Fortin as Executive Chef
AccorHotels | December 15, 2020
DALLAS - December 15, 2020 - Fairmont Dallas is proud to introduce Jean-Francois Fortin as the hotel’s new Executive Chef. Chef Fortin has a wealth of culinary management experience from over twenty two years in the industry, most of which served at Fairmont hotels across North America. After earning his professional culinary diploma and completing Chef Training at Trait-Carre Professional Center in Quebec City, his career began in 1998 as Chef de partie at Fairmont Le Château Frontenac in Quebec City. He progressed through various positions of increasing responsibility, including Sous Chef, Chef, Manager and Consultant for different rest...
Networking Technology Executive Linda Kahangi Appointed as Chief Information and Operations Officer at Nomadix
Nomadix | December 15, 2020
Leading Strategic Direction over Global Operations, Technology Infrastructure, Information Security LOS ANGELES, Calif. – December 15, 2020 – Nomadix® Inc., a technology leader in hospitality and multi-tenant industries, today announced Linda Kahangi has been appointed as Chief Information and Operations Officer. She joins the global management team to provide strategic guidance over operations, technology infrastructure, information security, network operations center (NOC) and customer service management. As Nomadix continues to expand its market leadership, Kahangi’s guidance will ensure the business will continue to del...
BENCHMARK® Names Robert E. Booth Director of Sales & Marketing for The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa | December 14, 2020
The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, December 2020… BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has named Robert E. Booth director of sales and marketing for The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa, a Gemstone Collection property located in Manchester Village, Vermont. Jay Sheldon, Benchmark’s general manager at the resort, made the announcement. "I am very pleased to welcome Rob to Benchmark and to The Equinox,” said Mr. Sheldon. “He brings first rate sales leadership experience to the resort and will be an important part of the property’s success going forward, and actively serve on our executive team.” Robert Booth previously he...
Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort Names Stuart de San Nicolas as General Manager
Conrad Hotels & Resorts | December 11, 2020
PAPEETE, Tahiti – December 11, 2020 – Conrad Bora Bora Nui Resort announces the appointment of new General Manager, Stuart de San Nicolas to lead the team and elevate the resort’s luxury offerings to an even higher level of service. Stuart De San Nicolas has served as General Manager for over two decades in hotels around the world including Altapura in France, Dinarobin Beachcomber Golf Hotel & Spa in Mauritius, Pik Palace and Park Chalet, both part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection, in Azerbaijan, Hotel Paracas, a Luxury Collection Resort in Peru, The St. Regis Mauritius, and most recently, at Le Meridien Bora Bora. The se...
WorldHotels™ Appoints Melissa Brown as Regional Director of Hotel Development in North America
WorldHotels Collection | December 11, 2020
Phoenix, Arizona (December 11, 2020) – WorldHotels announced today that Melissa Brown has been appointed as Regional Director of Hotel Development in North America. Brown will oversee development efforts in North America with a focus on WorldHotels’ newly launched “Crafted Collection” and the iconic WorldHotels “Luxury Collection”. Brown is joining a seasoned team of experts at WorldHotels, which has grown and expanded its senior leadership team in recent years, welcoming veteran luxury and hospitality experts in Europe, Asia, and North America. Since joining forces with BWH Hotel Group in 2019, WorldHotels has celebrated a numb...
Pierson Shields Named Executive Chef for 285-Room Grand Hyatt Vail in Colorado
Grand Hyatt Vail | December 11, 2020
VAIL, CO. – December 11, 2020 – Grand Hyatt Vail, home to Vail’s only resort-side open air quad lift, announces the appointment of Executive Chef Pierson Shields. Shields brings significant experience within the hospitality and culinary fields. Most recently, he served as Executive Sous Chef at Hyatt Regency Denver Convention Center following culinary appointments at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, Warwick Hotel, Tom’s Urban 24, Hyatt Recency Phoenix and as private chef to Kenny Chesney. Shields also serves as a board member for both the American Culinary Federation and Auguste Escoffier Culinary School. As Executive Chef, Shields wi...
Alex Alt of Oracle Hospitality Joins AHLA Board
AHLA | December 11, 2020
WASHINGTON (December 11, 2020) – Building on record levels of membership and engagement at an unprecedented time for the hospitality industry, the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced that Alex Alt, senior vice president and general manager, Oracle Hospitality, has joined the Board of Directors. AHLA’s Board represents leaders from all sectors of the lodging industry, including brands, owners and real estate investment trusts (REITs), management companies, independents, and state associations. Alex will be part of vital discussions concerning a broad range of industry- and association-related issues. “As a...
Hyatt President & CEO Mark Hoplamazian Appointed Chair of the Board Of The American Hotel & Lodging Association
AHLA | December 10, 2020
CHICAGO (December 10, 2020) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that Mark Hoplamazian, president & CEO, has been appointed chair of the board of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). In his new role, Hoplamazian will be responsible for overseeing the Board of Directors and working with AHLA leaders to unite the hotel industry among common goals as it recovers from the global COVID-19 pandemic. “The appointment to chair of the AHLA board is a great honor. Along with my fellow officers and the AHLA team, I am fully committed to help protect and rebuild our industry so that hotel employees and owners...
Jim Alderman, Chief Executive Officer, Americas, for Radisson Hotel Group Joins the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) Board of Dire
AHLA | December 10, 2020
Minneapolis - December 10, 2020 - Radisson Hotel Group today announced Jim Alderman, chief executive officer, Americas, is joining the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) Board of Directors. AHLA’s Board represents leaders from all sectors of the lodging industry, including brands, owners and real estate investment trusts (REITs), management companies, independents, and state associations. Alderman will be part of vital discussions concerning a broad range of industry and association-related issues. “It is an honor to join this remarkable organization and serve on the Board of Directors,” said Alderman. “AHLA is a p...
Florida’s JW Marriott Tampa Water Street Names Leadership Team With Area General Manager, Ron McAnaugh at the Helm
JW Marriott Tampa Water Street | December 10, 2020
Tampa, Florida – December 10, 2020 – With a soft opening date slated for late December and a grand opening celebration in March 2021, JW Marriott Tampa Water Street is excited to introduce its leadership team. Together, this skilled collection of hospitality professionals will ensure that the highly anticipated property offers guests an enriching, immersive escape in the midst of Tampa’s exciting Water Street neighborhood. “We’ve gathered an incredibly talented group of hospitality industry experts here on Water Street,” said Ron McAnaugh, Area General Manager at JW Marriott Tampa Water Street and Tampa Marriott Water Street. ...
Auberge Resorts Collection Appoints Christina Deeny Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing
Auberge Resorts Collection | December 9, 2020
MILL VALLEY, CALIF. (December 9, 2020) – Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of award-winning hotels, resorts and residences, announced today that Christina Deeny will join the acclaimed hospitality company as Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing. In her new role, Deeny will lead the brand’s global leisure travel industry sales and marketing strategy and guide the team in growing its European presence. “We are thrilled to welcome Christina to the growing Auberge Resorts Collection family,” said Mike Minchin, Chief Marketing Officer, Auberge Resorts Collection. “Her global expertise and comprehensive leadership abiliti...
Radisson Blu Anaheim Appoints Food & Beverage Team
Radisson Blu | December 9, 2020
(ANAHEIM, CA; December 9, 2020)—Radisson Blu, the upper-upscale brand, synonymous with meaningful experiences, stylish spaces and thoughtful details from Radisson Hotel Group, announces its executive food and beverage team: Director of Food & Beverage Daniel Rivera, General Manager of Restaurants & Bars Derek J. Downing, and Executive Chef Edgar Beas. The hotel is home to three restaurants and two bars – FireLake Grillhouse & Cocktail Bar, the marquee restaurant centered around live fire cooking; Blu SkyBar, a rooftop bar and lounge; and Marketplace, a grab-and-go stop for convenient snacks, artisan coffee from Lavazza...
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa Appoints Laura McIver as General Manager
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa | December 9, 2020
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Dec. 9, 2020) — Southern California’s only Relais & Châteaux property, Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, has announced Laura McIver as the new general manager. A leader in the hospitality industry with over 30 years of experience, McIver will be leading the award-winning resort and spa which spans 45 sprawling acres with wide open spaces, lush gardens and olive and citrus groves. “We are pleased to welcome Laura McIver to the Rancho Valencia family,” said Jeff Jacobs, co-owner of Rancho Valencia. “Her vast knowledge and expertise in the hospitality space will inspire our team as we continue to elevate our gu...
TraknProtect Appoints James Lamb to Board of Advisors
TraknProtect | December 9, 2020
Chicago, Illinois, December 9, 2020 – TraknProtect, a pioneer of location-based technology purpose-built for the hotel industry and a leading employee safety button provider for several major hotel brands, announces the appointment of James Lamb to the company’s Board of Advisors. In his role, he will work closely with the executive management team in providing technical and industry expertise, assistance as the company continues to expand globally, define and implement new offerings and assist in TraknProtect’s global go-to-market strategy. Lamb has over thirty years of experience in delivering efficiency and effectiveness from IT o...
AHLA Announces 2021 Officers, Board, Executive Committee With Record Diversity
AHLA | December 9, 2020
WASHINGTON (December 9, 2020) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today unveiled its 2021 Officers, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, which includes top leaders representing all segments of the hospitality industry. The 2021 AHLA leadership team includes the most diverse group of industry leaders in the association’s more than 100-year history. AHLA recognizes the importance of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and has committed to advancing women and minorities in the industry, especially at the top levels. In the past two years, AHLA has increased the number of women and minorities represented on t...
