Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Island Hospitality Management Names Samantha Fisher as Chief Investment Officer
Island Hospitality Management | October 13, 2020
WEST PALM BEACH, FL. (October 13, 2020): Island Hospitality Management, the premier third-party management company for select service and upscale extended stay hotels in the United States, has announced the appointment of Samantha Fisher as Chief Investment Officer. In this new role, Fisher will bring her deep understanding of diverse U.S. markets as well as established relationships with the industry’s leading owners and investors to spearhead growth and development strategies for Island Hospitality’s expansive portfolio, underwrite and source deals, and actively manage and establish key relationships with potential investors. “...
Hilton Welcomes New Executive Committee Members
Hilton | October 12, 2020
MCLEAN, Va. - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced changes to its executive leadership, appointing Matthew W. Schuyler to the newly-created role of Chief Administrative Officer, and elevating Hilton’s Chief Talent Officer, Laura Fuentes, to the role of Chief Human Resources Officer, effective immediately. As Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, Schuyler will be responsible for coordinating global business performance against many of Hilton’s key strategic priorities. His organization will include leadership of global, cross-business functions including Hilton Supply Management, Workplace Facilities, and the Commun...
Vik Retreats Appoints Virginia Contreras as General Manager at Vik Chile
October 9, 2020
Vik Retreats are delighted to announce the appointment of Virginia Contreras as General Manager of Vik Chile and Puro Vik in Millahue, Chile. Contreras’s appointment comes at an exciting time, as the property debuts La Piu Belle Rosé, the newest addition to VIK Winery’s family of wines. “I am thrilled to join the team at Vik Chile and Puro Vik,” stated Virginia Contreras. “The iconic property has set the benchmark for luxury and wine-travel around the world, a reputation sustained by extraordinary design, unparalleled service, and endless innovation. I look forward to carrying on this tradition.” With over twenty years of e...
Vik Retreats Appoints Stefano Michetti as General Manager of Galleria Vik Milano
October 9, 2020
Galleria Vik Milano is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefano Michetti as General Manager. A seasoned and respected leader, Michetti joins Galleria Vik Milano with over twenty years of hospitality experience. Galleria Vik Milano which first opened its doors in late 2019, is a true haven of art, culture and architecture, where unparalleled design meets warm, convivial service to create an unmatched experience. Commenting on his new role Stefano Michetti states, “I am thrilled to join the team at Galleria Vik Milano. The reopening of the property signals an important moment in the recovery and resurgence of Milan and I look forward...
Mark Morris Joins Frontier Development & Hospitality Group as Chief Investment Officer
Frontier Development & Hospitality Group LLC | October 9, 2020
Washington DC – October 9, 2020 – Frontier Development & Hospitality Group LLC, a hotel-focused acquisition, development, and asset management firm, announced today the appointment of Mark Morris as Chief Investment Officer. Morris has successfully structured and completed hotel sales transactions totaling more than $3.5 billion. He will utilize his extensive experience to direct Frontier’s investment and development focus, source direct and indirect investment opportunities, and grow and maintain Frontier’s capital and business relationships. “As the current pandemic has decimated our industry, we believe that strategic i...
Pradeep Raman Appointed General Manager of Baccarat Hotel New York
Baccarat Hotel New York | October 7, 2020
NEW YORK, NY, October 7, 2020 – Pradeep Raman has been named General Manager of the Forbes Five Star AAA Five Diamond Baccarat Hotel New York In this role, he oversees the day to day operation of the flagship hotel, which reimagined the elegance and perfection of the legendary French crystal maker into a luxury lifestyle hospitality brand when it opened in March of 2015. “We are thrilled to welcome Pradeep to the Baccarat Hotel team,” said Arash Azarbarzin, CEO, SH Hotels & Resorts. “We are confident that he will continue the tradition of extraordinary service and position the Hotel for a successful reopening during these unp...
Aimbridge Hospitality Promotes David Capps to Executive Vice President of Development
Aimbridge Hospitality | October 7, 2020
[Plano, TX] (October 7, 2020) – Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading, global, third-party hotel management company, has promoted David Capps to serve as Executive Vice President of Development. Capps has been an integral part of Aimbridge Hospitality’s business development team for a decade, identifying management growth opportunities across all hotel verticals, fostering new joint venture opportunities, and working with capital partners, lenders, brokers, and brands. During his tenure, he has been responsible for the addition of over $1 Billion in hotel real estate value to the company’s portfolio. “I am delighted to announce t...
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas Appoints Benjamin Thiele as General Manager
Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas | October 7, 2020
ENCINITAS, Calif. (October 7, 2020) – Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is pleased to announce the appointment of Benjamin Thiele to General Manager. Situated along the coastal bluffs in one of Southern California’s most iconic coastal towns, the 130-room Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is slated to open early 2021 and looks to deliver authentic luxury experiences in a world-class beachfront setting. As part of Hyatt’s growing Alila brand portfolio, Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas is set to mark a significant milestone for the brand as the first new-build Alila resort in the Americas and second property in the U.S. Thiele join...
Hotel Ranga Appoints Emil Örn Valgarðsson as New Head Chef
Hotel Ranga | October 6, 2020
Hotel Ranga, an iconic destination in Iceland for seeing the Northern Lights, welcomes Emil Örn Valgarðsson as Head Chef of the property's acclaimed Rangá Restaurant. Overlooking one of Iceland's finest salmon rivers, the restaurant is known for featuring fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients and a menu showcasing the country’s most notable Nordic delicacies with a modern twist. "Our aim is to provide our guests with the best service possible and we feel that one of the highlights of their stay at Hotel Ranga should be their dining experience," said Friðrik Pálsson, Hotelier. "With that in mind, we are proud to introduce our new ...
Dean Bannon Appointed Managing Director, Europe for The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd.
The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd. (Leading Hotels) | October 6, 2020
NEW YORK, NY— (October 6 2020) -The Leading Hotels of the World, Ltd (LHW) has appointed Dean Bannon to the position of Managing Director, Europe. Mr. Bannon assumed the position on August 17, 2020 and will be based in London, England. Europe is a critically important market for LHW and its members. Nearly two thirds of LHW’s portfolio of more than 400 hotels are located in Europe, and the European market represents nearly 30 percent of LHW’s business. Mr. Bannon will be responsible for mapping the strategic direction for the organization in Europe and navigating the team through a successful COVID-19 recovery. Additionally he ...
Aparium Appoints Evan Sheridan as Brand Culinary Director
Aparium Hotel Group | October 6, 2020
CHICAGO, Ill. – Aparium Hotel Group recently announced the appointment of Evan Sheridan as Corporate Culinary Director of the brand. Sheridan will oversee menu and program development across Aparium’s entire portfolio, currently eight hotels with seven more opening by 2022. Douglas Rodriguez, known as “The Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine” will lead the culinary program at Hotel Haya as Executive Chef, set to open in September in the eclectic neighborhood of Ybor City in Tampa, Fla. Amber Lancaster will be at the helm of the recently reopened The MC Hotel in Montclair, N.J. as Executive Chef. Pre-pandemic, food and beverage offe...
Core Hospitality Appoints Monica Selvik General Manager for Upcoming Moxy Bergen
Core Hospitality | October 6, 2020
The hotel operator Core Hospitality has appointed Monica Selvik as General Manager of upcoming hotel Moxy Bergen. The international brand opens in the Norwegian city in six months. Monica Selvik takes on the role as “Captain” (General Manager in Moxy speak) at Moxy Bergen, a 199-room hotel that opens in March 2021 on the Norwegian west coast. Monica has more than 30 years’ experience from the hotel industry in a plurality of positions from receptionist and revenue manager to hotel manager and sales director. Her experience is mainly from Bergen where she has worked for Nordic Choice Hotels, First Hotels, Thon Hotels and Magic Hotels....
Hotel Equities Appoints Ryan McRae as Senior Vice President of Business Development
Hotel Equities | October 5, 2020
Former Marriott executive expected to advance growth in Canada ATLANTA – October 5, 2020 – Today, hotel ownership, management and development firm, Hotel Equities (“HE”), announced Ryan McRae has joined the company as Senior Vice President of Business Development. McRae most recently served as Area Vice President of Lodging Development with Marriott International. Based in Vancouver, in his new role McRae will focus on continuing to grow Hotel Equities’ Canadian portfolio of full service, select service and extended stay hotels. Prior to joining Marriott in 2014, McRae was Vice President, Acquisitions and Development for Silv...
Lee Kramer Promoted to Director of Sales & Revenue Growth for NextPax Inc
October 5, 2020
NextPax Inc, a leader in channel management, is pleased to announce that Lee Kramer has been promoted to Director of Sales & Revenue Growth. In his new role, Kramer will manage the sales and revenue growth for NextPax in the Americas. Joining NextPax in 2018, Kramer served as an account manager. He possesses over 10 years of experience in the vacation rental industry as a property manager in Gulf Shores, AL. Prior to joining NextPax, Kramer served as Director of Operations for Mandoki Hospitality under the tutelage of Pedro Mandoki. Jim Barsch, President of NextPax Inc. states, ‘I’m very excited to promote Lee to Director of Sales &...
HALL Arts Hotel Appoints Ginger Martin as General Manager
HALL Arts Hotel | October 1, 2020
DALLAS (October 1, 2020) – HALL Arts Hotel, the luxury boutique hotel in the heart of the Dallas Arts District, is proud to welcome hospitality-leader Ginger Martin as general manager of the hotel and Haydee Hernandez as general manager of Ellie’s Restaurant & Lounge. GINGER MARTIN, GENERAL MANAGER OF HALL ARTS HOTEL In her new role as general manager, Martin oversees all day-to-day operations for HALL Arts Hotel, including hotel and food and beverage services, budget, staffing and leadership, and is responsible for curating and maintaining an unforgettable guest experience for everyone who walks in the door. A Texas native, Mart...
Mali Carow Appointed General Manager of Upcoming Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Orleans
Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Orleans | October 1, 2020
NEW ORLEANS, La. – As the highly anticipated Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences New Orleans continues to prepare for its grand opening next year, General Manager Mali Carow is overseeing every detail of what will be one of the largest hotels in the company’s portfolio. “For the past 20 years, Mali has brought her characteristic enthusiasm and energy into every role, and I can think of no one better to introduce Four Seasons to the great city of New Orleans. Her passion and global experience will be critical as we usher in a new chapter for this iconic property,” says Christian Clerc, President, Global Operations, Fo...
Marcus Hotels & Resorts Appoints Andrew Flack as Chief Commercial Officer
Marcus Hotels & Resorts | September 30, 2020
MILWAUKEE - Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel owner and management company and division of The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS), today announced the appointment of Andrew Flack as its first ever chief commercial officer. Flack is a globally-experienced, results-oriented, proven leader with over 30 years of hospitality industry experience. Flack most recently served as vice president marketing & eCommerce with Hilton Worldwide. In this role, he supported more than 5,000 managed and franchised properties, with oversight for 140 team members located throughout the Americas. Andrew’s previous roles with Hilton i...
Liz Johnson Appointed Director of Sales & Marketing for Salmon Falls Resort and Edgewater Inn Restaurant & Marina
Salmon Falls Resort | September 30, 2020
KETCHIKAN, Alaska (September 30, 2020): Liz Johnson has been appointed Director of Sales & Marketing for Salmon Falls Resort, an intimate full-service waterfront resort in Ketchikan, Alaska, and its sister property Edgewater Inn Restaurant & Marina. In her new role, Johnson will be responsible for leading a revenue-driven sales team and overseeing both resorts’ advertising, public relations, social media and branding initiatives. “We are excited to welcome Liz to the Salmon Falls Resort and Edgewater Inn teams,” said Matt Herod, General Manager, Salmon Falls Resort. “Her background and expertise in the travel industry, and ...
HRI Lodging Appoints Executive Team Members for The Last Hotel in St. Louis
The Unbound Collection by Hyatt | September 29, 2020
ST. LOUIS, MO. (September 29, 2020): The Last Hotel, a historic property within the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, announces the appointments of Tyler John as general manager and Carrie Hunt as director of sales and marketing. The 10-story boutique hotel, located in downtown St. Louis’ Garment District, features 142 guest rooms, more than 8,500 square-feet of meeting and event space, three food and beverage outlets, a year-round rooftop pool, and a lobby that celebrates the art and essence of a bygone era. Tyler John, General Manager, brings more than a decade of experience in hospitality to his role managing day-to-day operations at The L...
Midas Hospitality Names Two Key Team Members to New St. Louis Element Hotel
Midas Hospitality | September 29, 2020
(St. Louis, Mo., Sept. 29, 2020) Leading hotel development, management and investment firm Midas Hospitality recently appointed two key team members to its newest Element by Westin. The hotel, which is set to open Oct. 30, is St. Louis’ first Element by Westin. Janessa Corpuz was named the hotel’s General Manager. She has more than 20 years of hospitality experience and previously served as GM for Midas Hospitality’s Courtyard by Marriott in St. Peters. Corpuz has worked in numerous capacities and earned many awards during her noteworthy career. James Metcalf was named Director of Food and Beverage. He will manage the Elem...
Preferred Hotels & Resorts Promotes Brenda Collin to Senior Vice President of Europe
Preferred Hotels & Resorts | September 29, 2020
NEWPORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA – September 29, 2020: Preferred Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest global provider of sales, marketing, and distribution services to independent luxury hotels, has promoted Brenda Collin to Senior Vice President of Europe, effective immediately. In her new role, Collin will oversee a regional team to ensure the success and retention of more than 125 member properties based across an expanded region inclusive of the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Nordics, The Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland, Austria, Eastern Europe, and Turkey. “Over the past seven years, Brenda has achieved great success for ...
Paramount Capital Advisors Welcomes Matt Mitchell to the Team
Paramount Capital Advisors | September 28, 2020
Paramount Capital Advisors is pleased to announce the addition of Matt Mitchell to the team as Managing Director. Mitchell brings over 20 years of experience in commercial real estate, having worked in roles financing complex real estate transactions throughout the U.S. Most recently, Mitchell served as Senior Vice President with Hall Structured Finance (Hall) where his responsibilities included loan origination for their construction and bridge lending program. Mitchell was responsible for executing over $500 million of real estate transactions primarily focused on funding loans for the construction of hotels, multifamily and condo proj...
Hāna-Maui, A Destination Hotel by Hyatt, Appoints Jon Benson as General Manager
Destination Hotels | September 25, 2020
HĀNA, HI (September 25, 2020) – Hāna-Maui Resort, A Destination Hotel, proudly announces the appointment of Jon Benson as general manager of the hotel, which recently joined the Hyatt portfolio. In this new role, Benson is responsible for management, operations and marketing of the resort, suites, bungalows and family residences, as well as assisting with the rebrand of the resort. Benson is a hospitality industry veteran with more than 34 years of experience. He began his tenure with Hyatt in Southern California and has held various roles throughout his career. Most recently, Benson served as Area General Manager at Hyatt Regency Lon...
Santiburi Koh Samui Appoints Alexandre Frenkel as New General Manager
Santiburi Koh Samui | September 24, 2020
Koh Samui, THAILAND – Santiburi Koh Samui, the high-end, experience-driven beachfront retreat on Samui’s north shore, has appointed Mr. Alexandre Frenkel as its new General Manager, effective 1stAugust 2020. A highly-skilled Swiss hotelier with almost three decades of experience, Alexandre has worked with leading hotels and resorts in five countries. He also has a deep knowledge of the Thai hotel sector, having spent the last 16 years living and working in the Kingdom. It was destiny that Alexandre would become a hospitality expert; he was born and raised in his family’s 24-room hotel in the countryside near Geneva, in his native ...
