Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Joel Contor Promoted to Director of Sales and Marketing at The Kimpton Gray Hotel
The Kimpton Gray Hotel Chicago | August 10, 2020
CHICAGO (August 10, 2020) - The Kimpton Gray Hotel announced today that Joel Contor has been promoted to Director of Sales and Marketing for the Chicago hotel, effective immediately. In his new role, Joel will provide strategic direction for the sales teams, actively respond to financial performance and ensure achievement of Kimpton’s short and long term goals. Originally from Brisbane, Australia, Contor has over fifteen years of experience in the hospitality industry. He started his career as a Cabin Crew Manager for Virgin Airlines Australia, before taking a leap of faith and moving to the U.S. in 2014 to find his true calling in hotels....
Patrick Short Named President of Peachtree Hospitality Management
Peachtree Hospitality Management | August 10, 2020
ATLANTA – August 10, 2020 – Officials of Peachtree Hotel Group, one of the nation’s fastest growing hotel investment and management platforms, today announced the promotion of Patrick Short to the president of its hotel operations and management division, Peachtree Hospitality Management (PHM). In this role, Short will provide cross-discipline leadership and strategic direction to PHM’s portfolio of 50 hotels. Short took the helm of PHM as interim president on March 1, 2020 after having served as corporate vice president of operations since 2018. In his previous role, he was responsible for the operational performance of PHM’s ...
Hilton Appoints Chris Carr to Board of Directors
Hilton | August 5, 2020
MCLEAN, Va. - Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (NYSE: HLT) today announced the appointment of Chris Carr, Chief Operations Officer of sweetgreen, to its board of directors, effective immediately. Mr. Carr will serve on the Nominating and ESG committee of the board. “We are delighted to welcome Chris to Hilton," said Jon Gray, chairman of Hilton's board of directors. “When we began our board search process last year, we were looking to add world class executive leadership in global and consumer-facing organizations. Chris brings these highly relevant skills, as well as unmatched focus on customer experience and procurement. We look fo...
NH Hotel Group Appoints Luis Martínez Jurado as Chief Financial Officer
NH Hotel Group | August 3, 2020
Madrid, 30 July 2020 - NH Hotel Group has agreed to appoint Luis Martínez Jurado as its new Chief Financial Officer. Luis will report directly to Ramón Aragonés, the Group's Chief Executive Officer, and join its Management Committee. His appointment has already been ratified by the Company's Board of Directors. Luis Martínez Jurado, Senior Vice President of Treasury & Financing at NH Hotel Group since 2016, boasts an extensive career in finance, having held a number of executive positions in the corporate finance departments of multinationals of the calibre of Degremont (Suez), Telvent-Schneider Electric and Prosegur. An economics gr...
Victor Betro Appointed as New General Manager of Kempinski Hotel Aqaba Red Sea, Jordan
Kempinski Hotel Aqaba Red Sea | August 3, 2020
Aqaba, Jordan, 3 August 2020 – From the golden dunes of the Arabian Desert to the azure shores of the Red Sea: Victor Betro has been appointed as the new General Manager of Aqaba’s prominent luxury hotel, Kempinski Hotel Aqaba Red Sea, and has moved from the Palm Island in Dubai to the aquatic city of Aqaba - Jordan’s only southern beachfront city located on the Red Sea Riviera. Victor started his career path with Hyatt International back in 2005 in the food and beverage team at Hyatt Regency Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, followed by a position in the same field at Grand Hyatt Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Switching from operations to the r...
Allegretto Vineyard Resort Appoints Shannon Spivey as National Sales Manager
the Allegretto Vineyard Resort | July 31, 2020
July 31, 2020 (Paso Robles, Calif.) – The Allegretto Vineyard Resort, the acclaimed 171-room luxury resort in the Paso Robles wine region, is pleased to announce the appointment of Shannon Spivey as National Sales Manager. California native Spivey brings over 14 years of luxury hotel sales management to her role as National Sales Manager for the Allegretto Vineyard Resort. A proven results-oriented sales professional with a can-do spirit, Spivey first started her hospitality career as the Sales Manager for Larkspur Hotels & Restaurants in Los Gatos, California, before heading up sales efforts for such esteemed properties as Hotel Los...
MGM Resorts International Names William J. Hornbuckle Chief Executive Officer
MGM Resorts International | July 30, 2020
LAS VEGAS, July 30, 2020 - The MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) Board of Directors today announced that William (Bill) J. Hornbuckle has been elected as Chief Executive Officer and President, effective immediately. Hornbuckle has been serving the company as Acting CEO and President since March 2020. He succeeds former Chairman and CEO Jim Murren, who stepped down earlier this year. Hornbuckle was also appointed to serve on the company's Board of Directors, effective immediately. "After a thorough national search, the board unanimously concluded that Bill is the best candidate to lead MGM Resorts through these immensely challenging tim...
The Hotel at the University of Maryland Taps Russ Dlin as Sales Manager
The Hotel at the University of Maryland | July 30, 2020
COLLEGE PARK, Md. (July 30, 2020) – The Hotel at the University of Maryland, a luxury hotel and conference center adjacent to the University of Maryland (UMD), is pleased to announce Russ Dlin as its new sales manager. Dlin joins the team with over two decades of experience and will spearhead The Hotel’s sports and special markets, as well as identify new business, arrange and conduct special events, site inspections and off-site presentations, and work closely with other hotel departments to facilitate services agreed upon by the sales office and potential clients. “Russ’s impressive resume and experience make him an asset to o...
Radisson Hotel Group Appoints Phil Hugh as Chief Development Officer for the Americas
Radisson Hotel Group | July 29, 2020
Minneapolis - July 29, 2020 - Radisson Hotel Group today announced the appointment of Phil Hugh as Chief Development Officer for the Americas. Hugh is a seasoned and enthusiastic development leader with 20 years of experience leading and motivating Franchise Sales & Development teams. In this role, he will be responsible for the execution of the company’s growth goals for the Americas. Hugh and his team will work towards driving the expansion of all seven of Radisson Hotel Group’s brands. “I am thrilled to welcome Phil to our team as we add a renewed passion and commitment to our development efforts,” said Jim Alderman, chief ex...
Starhotels appoints Antonio Ducceschi as Chief Commercial Officer and Gaetano Gatti as Chief Operating Officer
Starhotels | July 29, 2020
Florence, July 29th 2020 - Starhotels is pleased to announce two new leaders for its Commercial and Operations departments, as part of an undergoing strategic reorganization: Antonio Ducceschi has been appointed Chief Commercial Officer, while Gaetano Gatti will now be leading Operations as Chief Operating Officer. The new organizational set-up comes from internal developments, aspiring to give a stronger impulse to the company’s business expansion plans. Antonio Ducceschi is a passionate professional with a strong background in the tourism industry. After several international experiences, lastly in the Principality of Monaco as Reg...
Edgewood Tahoe Appoints Jim Hindman as New Executive Director of Food and Beverage
Edgewood Tahoe | July 29, 2020
STATELINE, Nev. (July 29, 2020) - The iconic Edgewood Tahoe announced today that Jim Hindman has been named Director of Food and Beverage, where he will oversee the luxury lodge’s three distinct dining destinations: Brooks’ Bar & Deck, The Bistro and Edgewood Restaurant. “We are thrilled to be welcoming Jim to Edgewood, where we are confident that he will match the expertise of the current culinary team and ignite a positive momentum on property with his superior knowledge and overall passion for food and beverage,” says General Manager Corinna Osborne. Jim brings with him a strong understanding of the industry, strategi...
The Glenmark, Glendale Appoints Executive Team for Hotel Opening
The Glenmark, Glendale, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel | July 28, 2020
Glendale, California (July 28, 2020) – Michael Tchakmakjian, Owner of The Glenmark, Glendale, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is pleased to announce Kevin Briggs as General Manager and Tony Trujillo as Executive Chef of Glendale’s newest boutique lifestyle hotel managed by Azul Hospitality Group. Briggs is responsible for all aspects of The Glenmark’s operations, while Trujillo oversees the dining concepts for the hotel’s signature restaurant, rooftop lounge and meeting spaces. Both play vital roles in the overall success of the hotel as well as heightening experiences for guests and locals alike. Briggs joins The Glenmark with a strong...
The Watergate Hotel Appoints Jon Chocklett as Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development
The Watergate Hotel | July 28, 2020
Washington, D.C. (July 28, 2020) – Rakel and Jacques Cohen, owners of The Watergate Hotel, are pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Chocklett, to the position of Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development. Chocklett will be responsible for oversight of the sales and business development for the hotel and future projects, as well as maintenance of all client relations. This role will be vital in the overall success of the hotel as the management team gets ready to once again welcome guests back following closure due to concerns about Covid-19. Chocklett re-joins The Watergate where he had previously held the titl...
Christophe Thomas Appointed General Manager of Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris
Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris | July 27, 2020
(PARIS, France) – Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris is pleased to introduce its new General Manager, Christophe Thomas. Two weeks following Thomas’s arrival, the Parisian Palace, much like the rest of the entire country, put its activities on pause. On June 12, the hotel reopened the doors and Thomas officially unveiled its Secret Garden terrace. Prior to his return to France, Thomas cultivated an extensive international career spanning from Europe to South America and throughout the Caribbean before settling in the United States for the past 20 years. This global journey began at the Strasbourg Hospitality School, where upon earn...
Kimpton Pittman Hotel Appoints Jack Murray as General Manager
the Kimpton Pittman Hotel | July 23, 2020
Kimpton Pittman Hotel is proud to announce Jack Murray as general manager of the forthcoming property. Set to open late Summer 2020, the Kimpton Pittman Hotel is the first hotel to open in Dallas, Texas’ Deep Ellum, a neighborhood known for its vibrant art, food & beverage scene and storied music venues. The property offers 165-guestrooms and over 8,000 square feet of meetings and event space, as well as a chef-curated American tavern, Elm + Good. “We’re honored to welcome Jack as general manager with his expertise and knowledge of the Dallas market,” said Joe Pagone, regional director of operations for Kimpton Hotels & Res...
Kerzner International Appoints Philippe Zuber as Chief Executive Officer
Kerzner International Holdings Limited | July 22, 2020
DUBAI, UAE, July 22, 2020 - Kerzner International Holdings Limited (the "Company"), the owner of the iconic Atlantis Resort and Residences and ultra-luxury One&Only Resorts brands worldwide, today announced a restructure of its strategic leadership team. Michael Wale, who has held the role of Chief Executive Officer since February 2018, has been invited to join the Board of Directors of Kerzner International and Philippe Zuber, the current Chief Operating Officer, will be leading the Company as Chief Executive Officer. Finally, Michel Checoury, who has held the position of Chief Financial Officer since October 2018, will be adding Ch...
W Punta de Mita Appoints David Gauna as General Manager
W Punta de Mita | July 22, 2020
RIVIERA NAYARIT, MEXICO – July 2020: W Punta de Mita, an indigenous-inspired luxury beach resort located in Mexico’s coveted Riviera Nayarit, has appointed David Gauna as General Manager. In his new role, Gauna will be responsible for overseeing daily resort operations, managing budgeting/profitability, overseeing team development, and ensuring overall guest satisfaction. Mexican-born Gauna has more than 20 years of industry experience, having led operations, rooms, sales and marketing teams in Marriott Hotels & Resorts throughout Mexico, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Throughout his career, Gauna has worked for five different b...
ALICE CTO & Co-Founder Elected to the HTNG Vendor Advisory Council
ALICE | July 22, 2020
ALICE is proud to announce its CTO & Co-Founder, Dmitry Koltunov, has been elected to the Hotel Technology Next Generation (HTNG) Vendor Advisory Council. ALICE is the hospitality industry’s leading operations technology, connecting every department of the hotel with one platform for all staff communication and guest requests. More than 25,000 hoteliers across the world’s top brands trust ALICE. Hospitality Technology Next Generation is a global not-for-profit trade association that fosters, through collaboration and partnership among hospitality professionals and technology providers, the development of next-generation solutions t...
Jay Wetzel Appointed Vice President of Food and Beverage, Americas at Rosewood Hotel Group
Rosewood Hotel Group | July 21, 2020
Rosewood Hotel Group, one of the world's leading hospitality companies, is pleased to welcome Jay Wetzel back to the Group in the role of vice president of food and beverage, Americas. In this position, Jay will be responsible for managing all current food and beverage operations in the region, as well as the development of new and evolving programs with an emphasis on creativity and innovation. Jay boasts more than 25 years of experience in the food and beverage industry, having served in prestigious positions at some of the most renowned restaurants and hotels across the globe. Jay returns to Rosewood Hotel Group following a three-year t...
Marriott’s Former Chief IT Officer – The Americas Page Petry Joins Cloud5 Communications Board of Directors
Cloud5 Communications | July 21, 2020
CHICAGO (July 21, 2019) – Cloud5 Communications, a leading provider of communications solutions for the world’s top hotel brands and management companies, today announced the appointment of Page Petry to the Company’s Board of Directors. The addition of Petry, who served as Chief IT Officer of the Americas at Marriott International, further reinforces Cloud5 as the leading communications technology and services provider in the industry. “I am delighted to welcome Page to our Board,” said Mark Holzberg, Cloud5’s President and CEO. “There are few people who have as much experience managing and scaling hospitality technology and...
Matt Bailey Appointed General Manager of Montage Kapalua Bay
Montage Kapalua Bay | July 20, 2020
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIF. (July 20, 2020) – Montage Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Matt Bailey as general manager of Montage Kapalua Bay. With over four decades of hotel industry experience –more than 20 years of which is in Hawaii alone – Bailey is responsible for all Kapalua Bay beachfront resort’s daily operations. “I am delighted to welcome Matt Bailey back to the island of Maui,” said Jason Herthel, president and chief operating officer of Montage International. “Matt brings an impressive track record of industry experience and local connection to the role, and we are fortunate to have him on the Mon...
Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection Appoints Jacob Staffin as Director of Food & Beverage
Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection | July 20, 2020
(Saratoga, Wyo.) – July 20, 2020 – The award-winning Brush Creek Luxury Ranch Collection today announced that Jacob Staffin has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage. Staffin will oversee all food and beverage operations for the Collection’s three ranches including The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch, recently named No. 1 Resort Hotel in the Continental U.S. and No. 14 Top Hotel in the World in Travel + Leisure’s 2020 World’s Best Awards; Magee Homestead, a Relais & Châteaux and Forbes Travel Guide Five Star property; and French Creek Sportsmen's Club, as well as the Ranch’s epicurean center, The Farm at ...
Devin Mahoney Appointed General Manager of Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town Set to Open in September 2020
Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town | July 16, 2020
Scottsdale, Ariz. (July 15, 2020) - As general manager and chief enthusiast of the soon-to-open Canopy by Hilton Scottsdale Old Town, Devin Mahoney is a veteran of the hospitality industry with more than 16 years of experience opening and bringing to life new hotels in major markets along the West Coast. Set to open in September 2020, Canopy Scottsdale is a full-service hotel designed to offer a curated local experience as an extension of the historic arts district in Old Town. Throughout his career, Mahoney has held a number of general manager and leadership positions within the Kimpton Hotels & Resorts portfolio including Kimpton ...
HEI Hotels & Resorts Appoints Xavier Etcheberrigaray as General Manager of The Kimpton Brice Hotel
The Kimpton Brice Hotel | July 15, 2020
SAVANNAH, GA (July 15, 2020) – The Kimpton Brice Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Xavier Etcheberrigaray to General Manager. In this role, Etcheberrigaray will oversee operations at the 145-room property in the heart of Savannah’s National Historic Landmark District, including hiring decisions, guest services, budgets and leading the hotel’s high-quality service experience. Etcheberrigaray is a seasoned industry leader who brings international experience to his role at The Kimpton Brice Hotel. He began his career as a barman and food & beverage trainee with InterContinental Hotels in Miami and Atlanta before pursui...
