Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Menin Hospitality Appoints Steven Hiblum as General Manager of Shelborne South Beach
Shelborne South Beach | April 27, 2020
MIAMI BEACH (April 27, 2020) – Menin Hospitality, a leading collection of upscale lodging, lifestyle restaurants and nightlife venues, announced today that Steven Hiblum has been appointed as general manager of Shelborne South Beach. Miami’s famed 1940s Art Deco gem pioneers the city’s hotel scene, offering unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean in a tropical, relaxed setting. “Menin Hospitality is committed to maintaining the utmost standards across our eclectic portfolio of properties,” said Jared Galbut, managing principal at Menin Hospitality. “Steven has a proven track record of results and operational excellence. We are c...
Xenia Hotels & Resorts Announces Departure of Chief Investment Officer
Xenia Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | April 22, 2020
ORLANDO, Fla., April 22, 2020 - Xenia Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: XHR) ("Xenia" or the "Company") today announced that, due to the severe downturn in lodging demand resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Company has further streamlined its operations and reduced its ongoing corporate expenses by eliminating the role of Chief Investment Officer. As a result, Philip A. Wade, who served as the Company's Senior Vice President and Chief Investment Officer, has left the Company. With this change, the Company's corporate office headcount has been reduced by over 20% since the Company's operations have been impacted by the COVID-19 pan...
Avison Young Hired Adam Lallani
Avison Young | April 21, 2020
ATLANTA – April 21, 2020 – Avison Young has hired Adam Lallani to lead the hospitality practice group in Houston. Adam will focus on the valuation, disposition, financing and acquisition of single assets and portfolios across the United States. Adam started his career with Avison Young in June 2017 as an Analyst for Avison Young’s Hospitality Group in Atlanta, Georgia. As an Analyst, Adam was primarily responsible for composing Offering Memoranda and Broker’s Opinions of Value for the hospitality team. Adam earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Trinity University in S...
Provenance Hotels Chairman & CEO Katherine Durant Will Assume Role of President Upon Departure of Bashar Wali
Provenance Hotels | April 17, 2020
PORTLAND, Ore.-Provenance Hotels today announced that President Bashar Wali has decided to depart from his position with the Company, effective May 29, 2020. Upon his departure, current Chairman & CEO, Katherine Durant, will assume the role of President, and Founder Gordon Sondland will assume the role of Chairman. Wali will remain involved with Provenance as a Senior Advisor to the Company and in his capacity as a shareholder. “Bashar has been a valued member of our team for nearly 15 years, and we thank him for the dedication and ingenuity he has brought to Provenance during his tenure,” said Sondland. “While we are sad to see ...
Foxwoods CEO John James Resigns Amid Shutdown, Effective Immediately
April 16, 2020
Mashantucket — John James, president and chief executive officer of Foxwoods Resort Casino, has resigned after eight months, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council confirmed Tuesday. "John has left his position to spend more time with his family," the council said in a statement issued through Foxwoods' Boston-based public relations firm, Shift Communications. Foxwoods informed employees of James' resignation in an earlier communication. He "has left his position to spend more time with his family and focus on his overall health and wellness in a time that it is critically important for all of us to do," the message said. Jason Guyot...
Blue Diamond Resorts Names Jürgen Stütz as Senior Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Distribution
Blue Diamond Resorts | April 15, 2020
Tallahassee, Fla. – April 15, 2020 – Blue Diamond Resorts, the Caribbean’s fastest-growing resort management group, welcomes Jürgen Stütz as Senior Vice President, Sales, Marketing & Distribution. With more than 29 years of focus in the luxury hospitality industry, combined with a robust sales and marketing background, Stütz is positioned to generate maximum revenue for Blue Diamond Resorts by growing digital sales, implementing distribution from Latin America and streamlining all sales, revenue and marketing efforts across Blue Diamond’s vast portfolio. “Jürgen’s consistent and effective leadership demonstrates his abi...
New Alma Resort Appoints Herbert Laubichler-Pichler as General Manager
Alma | April 14, 2020
CAM RANH, Vietnam (April 14, 2020) – A hospitality veteran with life-long experience making guests feel welcome at hotels and resorts in Europe and Asia has been appointed to the helm of the new 30-hectare beachfront resort Alma. Austrian-born Herbert Laubichler-Pichler has taken charge of the opening of the 196-pavilion and 384-suite resort overlooking Long Beach, on Vietnam’s Cam Ranh peninsula, with 14 food and beverage outlets and a cascade of 12 beachfront swimming pools. Laubichler-Pichler’s work in Vietnam goes back almost 14 years and includes management of some of the country’s most acclaimed properties including Anam, ...
Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor City Appoints Erika Gudauskaite as New Revenue Manager
Park Inn by Radisson | April 13, 2020
Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor City, the only motor themed hotel in Dubai - has appointed Erika Gudauskaite as its new revenue manager. Erika started her career with Radisson Hotel Group in 2013 as Front Office Receptionist at Radisson Blu Hotel, Klaipeda, Lithuania and moved to Dubai and Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City in 2016 June as Assistant reservations manager and was later promoted to Reservations and M&E manager. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree at Klaipeda University, Lithuania in Recreation and Tourism Studies With over years of global experience, brings with her a vast understanding of the hospitality sector. ...
Candy Marth Becomes General Manager in Rostock, Sandra Wigger to Be General Manager of the IntercityHotel Zurich Airport After Taking Charge of the Ho
IntercityHotel | April 8, 2020
Frankfurt am Main, 08. April 2020 - Women are continuing to take on leadership roles at IntercityHotel. 43-year old Candy Marth is an experienced manager who has emerged from Deutsche Hospitality's own ranks. Candy Marth took over the reins at the 174-room IntercityHotel Rostock on the Baltic Coast with effect from 1 April. In Switzerland, Sandra Wigger has been responsible for the pre-opening stage of the IntercityHotel Zurich Airport since March this year. She will also assume the position of General Manager once the hotel opens for business. Candy Marth has worked for the hotel group for 20 years. During this period, she has fulfilled...
DCC Appoints Ryan Phelps as Chief Investment Officer
DCC | April 1, 2020
PROVO, Utah, April 1, 2020 - DCC™, an innovative hotel developer and asset manager, today announced the appointment of Ryan Phelps as its Chief Investment Officer. In this role, Ryan will lead the execution of the Company's overall investment strategy, which includes the acquisition, development, construction, and disposition of DCC's portfolio of assets. "We feel very fortunate to have Ryan join our team, bringing an extensive background in acquisition, development, and investment management functions," commented Cory Turner, a managing partner at DCC. "The addition of Ryan's world-class talent and experience will elevate and expand ...
Pat Mitchell Promoted to Executive Vice President of Marin Management Inc.
Marin Management, Inc. | March 24, 2020
SAUSALITO, California (March 24, 2020) — Marin Management, Inc., a California-based hotel management company, announced today that Pat Mitchell has been promoted from senior vice president to executive vice president. She will oversee the company’s operations and leadership team to ensure high performance levels across the organization. Mitchell joined Marin Management as regional manager and also served as director of revenue and group vice president. She was promoted to senior vice president in 2013, where she managed operations for Marin Management’s hotels, restaurants and spas. She has over 30 years of experience in the hospita...
MGM Appoints Bill Hornbuckle as Acting CEO and Paul Salem as Chairman of the Board
MGM Resorts International | March 23, 2020
LAS VEGAS, March 22, 2020 -- MGM Resorts International ("the Company") or ("MGM Resorts") (NYSE: MGM) today announced that Chief Operating Officer and President Bill Hornbuckle, has been named acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President, replacing outgoing Chairman and CEO Jim Murren. Murren informed the Company's Board of Directors in early February of his plans to step down prior to the expiration of his contract, and in light of the public health crisis gripping the nation and the travel industry, has vacated the position as of today so as to provide continuity of leadership for the Company. Replacing Murren as the Chair of the ...
McKibbon Hospitality Appoints Luis Arancibia as General Manager of Aloft Orlando Downtown
Aloft Hotels | March 23, 2020
ORLANDO, Fla. (March 23, 2020) - McKibbon Hospitality, an award-winning leader in hotel management, today announced the appointment of 13-year hospitality veteran, Luis Arancibia, as General Manager of Aloft Orlando Downtown. In his new role, Arancibia will be responsible for overseeing all operations and functions of the historic 8-story, 118-room building owned by GDC Properties. In 2012, the building was added to the National Register of Historic Places. “Luis is a highly dedicated professional and we are thrilled to have him continue his career within the McKibbon portfolio,” said Karl Oates, vice president of Lifestyle Hotels. “...
New Meliá Koh Samui Welcomes Azizskandar Awang as Executive Chef
Meliá Hotels & Resorts | March 23, 2020
KOH SAMUI, Thailand (March 23, 2020) – A talented professional with a passion for leadership and coaching who has won a string of coveted awards during his 20-year career has been named Meliá Koh Samui’s executive chef. Malaysian national Azizskandar Awang has joined the 159-room and 31-suite luxury resort on Koh Samui’s north-eastern coastline in the Gulf of Thailand, with ambitions to establish the island’s top fine dining restaurant at the new property. Before joining Meliá Koh Samui, Awang was the executive chef at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort for almost four years, where he managed 55 chefs and clinched the prestigiou...
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort Appoints Patrick Fernandes as Executive Managing Director
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort | March 19, 2020
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., March 19, 2020 - Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, a world-class beachfront boutique hotel and luxury spa in Miami Beach, today announced the appointment of Patrick Fernandes as Executive Managing Director and member of the Board of Managers, effective immediately. In this newly created role, Mr. Fernandes will work closely with the leadership at the resort to further enhance the world-class wellness and luxury destination. Mr. Fernandes has more than 20 years of hospitality experience across a number of leading brands and brings a proven track record of creativity and innovation in delivering five-star service. Most rec...
Radisson Hotel Group Names Jim Alderman CEO of The Americas
Radisson Hotel Group | March 17, 2020
Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) today announced the appointment of Jim Alderman as Chief Executive Officer for the Americas. Alderman will be based in the company’s U.S. headquarters in Minnetonka, Minn. and will be responsible for the corporate offices and more than 680 hotels in the company’s portfolio throughout the Americas. He will report to Federico J. González, Chairman, Global Steering Committee for Radisson Hotel Group, as the representative of the company’s Board of Directors. “Jim is a hospitality executive whose determination and ability to accomplish what he sets out to do is widely known throughout the industry,” said G...
DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld Names Natalie Cohee Executive Chef
Crescent Hotels & Resorts | March 16, 2020
ORLANDO, Fla. (March 11, 2020) - DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, spanning 28 acres within the heart of International Drive, proudly promotes Natalie Cohee to executive chef, selecting the culinary leader with more than 12 years of experience in the DoubleTree Orlando kitchens to lead the team. Tenured executive chef Alberto Correa - Chef Cohee’s mentor - is promoted to director of culinary experiences. In their new roles, the duo expands offerings for groups using the 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space and leisure guests enjoying the multiple dining options at DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld. “We are th...
Palladium Hotel Group Appoints Gabriel Rodriguez as Director of Sales, Canada and Hugh Goodwin as Director of Sales – Strategic Accounts
Palladium Hotel Group | March 13, 2020
Madrid, Spain (March 13, 2020) – Palladium Hotel Group announced today the appointment of Gabriel Rodriguez as the new Director of Sales, Canada and Hugh Goodwin as the Spanish hotel chain’s new Director of Sales – Strategic Accounts. In Rodriguez’s new role, he will be strengthening Palladium Hotel Group’s relationships with Canadian travel agents and Goodwin will be responsible for relationships and overall account management for strategic customers. Gabriel Rodriguez is a sales and marketing professional with over nineteen years of background in the travel industry. His accomplishments include launching destinations into new m...
The Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort Welcomes Culinary Team
The Cavalier Resort | March 13, 2020
Virginia Beach, VA [March 13, 2020] - Gold Key | PHR is excited to announce the addition of top industry talent, Chef Hisashi Araki, Chef Paul Newman and Bertrand Daluzeau, to the culinary team at the highly anticipated Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront Resort. Chef Hisashi Araki joins the team as Executive Chef of Orion's Roof and Chef Paul Newman will serve as Executive Chef of Tulu Seaside Bar & Grill. Bertrand Daluzeau will take on the role of the Director of Food & Beverage for the hotel. Under the trio’s direction, the Marriott Virginia Beach Oceanfront is set to continue to elevate the dining scene in Coastal Virginia and be...
Saba Rock Appoints Alain Prion as New Resort Manager
Saba Rock | March 13, 2020
VIRGIN GORDA, British Virgin Islands – March 13, 2020 – Saba Rock, the iconic island resort destination in the British Virgin Islands, appointed Alain Prion as the resort’s new resort manager. In this position, Alain will be responsible for overseeing the resort’s extensive reconstruction post Hurricane Irma and day-to-day operations of the resort, once open in the fall of this year. “Alain’s appointment is a key milestone in the relaunch of the ‘new’ Saba Rock in the British Virgin Islands,” said Operations Manager, Zdenek Travnicek. “He has a proven track record of managing some of the world’s most unique resorts an...
Brian Douglas Appointed Spa Manager of Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
Conrad Hotels & Resorts | March 13, 2020
Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (March 13, 2020) – Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach, an oceanfront luxury resort in South Florida, today announced the appointment of Brian David Douglas as Spa Manager of the 290 all-suite resort situated on Fort Lauderdale’s exclusive North Beach. Douglas will be responsible for spearheading all operations at the property’s CONRAD Spa to provide guests with an unparalleled ambiance, experience and intuitive service. Boasting a dual license as an esthetician and massage therapist, the spa aficionado brings more than 13 years of industry experience with him to Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. “Fort Lauderdale is u...
The Meritage Resort and Spa and Vista Collina Resort in Napa Valley Welcomes Two New Leadership Positions
The Meritage Resort and Spa and Vista Collina Resort | March 13, 2020
LOS ANGELES (March 13, 2020) - Napa Valley’s premier luxury destinations, The Meritage Resort and Spa and Vista Collina Resort, have announced the appointment of industry veterans David Ryan as managing director and David Burt as area director of sales. Helping to lead these resorts into the new decade, Ryan and Burt will bring a fresh perspective on luxury travel to California’s pristine wine region. “Both Ryan and Burt come to the properties with years of luxury experience and we couldn’t be more excited to have them join the team,” said President and Chief Operating Officer at Pacific Hospitality Group, Paul McCormick. “They...
The Don Cesar Appoints Thomas Fraher as General Manager
THE DON CESAR AND BEACH HOUSE SUITES | March 12, 2020
St. Pete Beach, FL (March 12, 2020) – The Don CeSar, widely known as Florida’s iconic Pink Palace®, and its sister property the Beach House Suites, proudly welcome Thomas Fraher as the new General Manager Fraher will oversee budgets, daily operations, sales and marketing efforts, and lead the 92-year old landmark through its multi-phased renovations which will conclude at the end of the year. “I am thrilled to join The Don CeSar and its world class staff,” said Fraher. “The Don CeSar and Beach House Suites are a pillar within the community, and a destination that guests have been returning to year-after-year for nearly a century...
Bryan Patton Named Executive Chef for Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center
BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company | March 12, 2020
DALLAS, TEXAS – (March 12, 2020) – Shortly after celebrating their one-year anniversary, Delta Hotels by Marriott Dallas Allen & Watters Creek Convention Center is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef Bryan Patton as Executive Chef. The property, managed by BENCHMARK®, A Global Hospitality Company, boasts an incredible 79,000 square feet of convention, ballroom and meeting space, 300 guest rooms and suites and incredible on-site dining options, which Patton will now oversee. “We are thrilled to welcome Chef Bryan Patton to our hotel and convention center, said Stacy Martin, Managing Director of Delta Hotels by Marriott...
