Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Marriott International Announces Alex Kyriakidis to Step Down as President of Middle East & Africa
Marriott International | September 12, 2019
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) announced today that Alex Kyriakidis, President and Managing Director of the company’s Middle East & Africa division, will transition from the position effective 31 December 2019 to take up an executive advisory role for the company. “As Marriott’s head of Middle East & Africa, Alex has, in a short amount of time, propelled the company to new heights,” said Arne Sorenson, President and Chief Executive Officer, Marriott International. “His passion, tenacity and global mindset have driven our growth in the region. During his tenure, Marriott’s presence in MEA has grown seven-fold...
Oxford Hotels & Resorts Promotes George Jordan to President
Oxford Hotels & Resorts | September 12, 2019
(CHICAGO, IL; September 12, 2019) – Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC, a wholly owned management subsidiary of Oxford Capital Group, LLC, announced today George Jordan’s promotion to president of Oxford Hotels & Resorts, LLC. Most recently, George served as executive vice president following his position as senior vice president at the company. In his new role, Jordan oversees a growing portfolio of hotels and resorts across the United States, totaling nearly four thousand hotel rooms. Jordan is also responsible for operations, human resources, legal, revenue management, and property finance teams, and continues to report directly to t...
Cendyn Announces New Leadership Team
Cendyn | September 12, 2019
Thursday, September 12, 2019, Boca Raton, Florida – Cendyn, the leading innovator in CRM, sales, and revenue strategy for the hospitality industry, announces today a new leadership team to further drive innovation, development, and growth at Cendyn. The newly appointed additions to the team include: John Seaton as Chief Commercial Officer, Michael J. Bennett as Chief Marketing Officer, Olga Peddie as Chief Digital Officer, Steve Stearns as General Manager, APAC and Ron Lugo as General Manager for Rainmaker, a Cendyn company. "We are excited to announce our new senior leadership team today,” said Tim Sullivan, President at Cendyn. "Our ...
Mission Inn Resort & Club Names Roy Schindele as New Executive Director of Sales & Marketing
Mission Inn Resort & Club | September 12, 2019
HOWEY-IN-THE-HILLS, Fla. (Sept. 12, 2019) Roy Schindele, who has extensive resort sales and marketing experience, has been named the new Executive Director of Sales and Marketing for Mission Inn Resort & Club, an award-winning golf and spa resort located 25 minutes northwest of Orlando. Schindele joins Mission Inn after 14 years as Executive Director of Sales and Marketing for Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando. A highly motivated and self-directed team leader, Schindele was responsible for marketing the 70-room Lodge, 27 holes of golf, golf academy, full-service spa, tennis academy, meeting space, marina, aquatic...
The Kimpton Goodland Appoints Hospitality Leader Sylvie Monsivais as Director of Sales and Marketing
The Kimpton Goodland | September 11, 2019
Goleta, Calif.—September 11, 2019—The Kimpton Goodland announced today the appointment of long-time Santa Barbara resident and hospitality leader Sylvie Monsivais as Director of Sales and Marketing. In her new role, Monsivais will be responsible for daily sales efforts and positioning of the popular boutique hotel, including internal and external brand communication, as well as customer development. A highly skilled sales and marketing professional, Monsivais brings 17 years of experience to The Kimpton Goodland. Prior to this role, she served as Director of Sales and Marketing at the Harbor View Inn, a 149-room resort-style hotel loca...
The Harbor Club Hotel Appoints Key Management Executives
The Harbor Club | September 11, 2019
Johann Friedrich Zwahlen Joins as Executive Chef and Maxine Jemison Joins as Director of Sales & Marketing NEW YORK – Sept. 11, 2019 – The Harbor Club, a Hilton Curio Collection hotel located in St Lucia’s beautiful Rodney Bay, announced two new appointments to the hotel’s management team: Johann Friedrich “Fritz” Zwahlen as Executive Chef and Maxine Jemison as Director of Sales & Marketing. Zwahlen and Jemison have been brought in under the hotel’s recently announced Managing Director Lester Scott, whose goal is to elevate the hotel’s image and position it as the pinnacle of Saint Lucian hospitality. Chef Zwahl...
Shawn Jervis Appointed General Manager of Yotel Washington D.C.
YOTEL | September 11, 2019
WASHINGTON, D.C. (September 11, 2019) – YOTEL has appointed Shawn Jervis as General Manager of the brand’s recently acquired Washington D.C. property on Capitol Hill. Jervis is a seasoned hospitality leader, bringing over two decades of expertise in marketing, brand development and hospitality management. In his new role, Jervis will oversee the upcoming YOTEL brand transition of the Liaison Capitol Hill, a landmark property just steps from the U.S. Capitol Building and Union Station. “YOTEL is at the helm of innovation within the hospitality industry, and I look forward to bringing new energy to the Liaison Capitol Hill as we transi...
Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa Appoints Amanda Hill as New Spa Director
Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa | September 11, 2019
Moab, Utah, September 2019: Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa – a riverside oasis situated on the bank of the Colorado River, just on the edge of Arches National Park in Moab, Utah – proudly welcomes new Spa Director, Amanda Hill. In her new role, Hill will oversee operations, staffing, and the expansion of the spa’s programming. Hill brings more than 10-years of knowledge and experience to her new role, which began at Salter School of Massage Therapy, where she completed a 900-hour massage and bodywork program. After receiving her license in massage therapy, she was appointed as a contracted license massage therapist, performing i...
Rob Morgan Appointed General Manager of Seaview, a Dolce Hotel
Dolce Hotels and Resorts by Wyndham | September 10, 2019
GALLOWAY, NJ – September 10, 2019 – The award-winning Seaview, a Dolce Hotel, located along Reed’s Bay in Galloway, NJ, announces the appointment of Rob Morgan as general manager. In this position, Morgan will oversee hotel operations across the historic property’s 298 guest rooms, more than 34,500 square feet of meeting and event space, and two championship golf courses. A veteran of the hospitality industry, Morgan brings more than 30 years of experience to his new role. Prior to joining Seaview, he held the position of senior vice president of transitions & operations strategy for Davidson Hotels & Resorts in the Atlanta...
Wharf Hotels Appoints Michael Ganster as General Manager of Niccolo Chengdu
September 10, 2019
Hong Kong SAR, China, 10 September, 2019 – Wharf Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Ganster as General Manager of contemporary chic hotel, Niccolo Chengdu, taking the helm of the group’s first luxury hotel which opened in 2015. Amplifying the strategies initiated by Adriano Vences who successfully captained the hotel as its preceding General Manager for 4 years and has since taken up the leading role at The Murray, Hong Kong a Niccolo Hotel, the group’s flagship, Michael’s new remit is to lead the award-winning hotel in Chengdu, to new heights. Originally from Austria, Michael has a wealth of hospitality ex...
Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour Appoints Justin Taylor as Executive Chef
Park Hyatt St. Kitts | September 10, 2019
ST. KITTS – September 10, 2019 – Park Hyatt St. Kitts announces the appointment of Justin Taylor as Executive Chef of the exclusive luxury beachfront resort. In this role, Taylor will oversee the resort’s three signature restaurants including The Great House, The Fisherman’s Village and The Stone Barn while simultaneously introducing creative culinary programming that introduces guests to the island’s rich heritage. Taylor comes to Park Hyatt St. Kitts with over 14 years of experience in the culinary industry having worked in a wide range of high-end kitchens from London to Los Angeles. Most recently, he was Executive Chef for th...
Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel Appoints Fabrizio Facchini as Executive Chef
Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel | September 10, 2019
NEW YORK (September 10, 2019) - The highly anticipated Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel has announced the appointment of award-winning Fabrizio Facchini as the Executive Chef of the hotel’s upcoming restaurant, Cotto, soon to be one of Chelsea’s hottest dining destinations. Opening Fall 2019, the restaurant will serve a unique twist on authentic Italian cuisine, perfectly situated in Chelsea’s enchanting Flower District. Facchini will oversee the menu creation and vision of Cotto, while using the best of local and imported ingredients. In addition to the restaurant, Facchini will spearhead all food and beverage operations at the Renai...
Teneo Hospitality Group Appoints Judith Segura Director of Sales in Mexico
Teneo Hospitality Group | September 10, 2019
Eden Prairie (Minneapolis), MN, September 2019 … Teneo Hospitality Group, the premier Global Group Sales Organization, takes another strategic step in its global expansion program with the appointment of Judith Segura as Director of Sales in Mexico. Based in Quintana Roo on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Ms. Segura will be responsible for developing new international business originating out of Latin America for Teneo member hotels globally. In August, Teneo quadrupled its presence in 20 key European destinations, adding 50 hotels spanning independent properties, small luxury brands, and premium brands under the Radisson and Accor flags. N...
Hilton Cleveland Downtown Promotes Julia Austin to Director of Sales and Marketing
Hilton Hotels & Resorts | September 9, 2019
CLEVELAND — September 9, 2019 — Hilton Cleveland Downtown announced today the promotion of Julia Austin to director of sales and marketing. Austin will oversee the sales and marketing efforts for the award-winning hotel, which is connected to the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland and offers 50,000 square feet of meeting space. A 10-year hospitality veteran, Austin began her career as a catering and conference services coordinator at Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix, where she was promoted to executive meetings manager, sales manager and then national sales manager. She then held the title of senior sales manager at FireSky Resor...
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach Appoints Michael Dutton as Director of Sales and Marketing
Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach | September 9, 2019
Fort Lauderdale, Fl. – September 9, 2019 – Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach today announced the appointment of Michael Dutton as director of sales and marketing. Effective immediately, Dutton will be responsible for overseeing the property’s sales and marketing strategy, while implementing short- and long- term initiatives to elevate awareness around the hotel’s expanding wedding and meetings space. His appointment comes as the hotel nears completion of a multi-year renovation, with a planned November relaunch. “We are excited to welcome someone of Michael’s caliber to the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach family and feel he w...
Hyatt Regency San Antonio Appoints Christian Apetz as Executive Chef
Hyatt Regency San Antonio | September 6, 2019
San Antonio, Texas (September 6, 2019) – Hyatt Regency San Antonio, located on the famous River Walk and directly connected to Alamo Plaza, announces Christian Apetz as Executive Chef. Apetz joins the property from The Driskill Hotel in Austin, Texas which is part of Hyatt’s Unbound Collection. “We are thrilled to welcome Christian to Hyatt Regency San Antonio,” said Philip Stamm, General Manager of Hyatt Regency San Antonio. “Christian’s extensive experience working as an Executive Chef at numerous hotels throughout the country paired with his unmatched passion and love for creating exceptional dining experiences for guests ma...
BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, Names Melissa Bolster Catering and Conference Services Manager for World of Whirlpool, Chicago
Whirlpool | September 6, 2019
The Woodlands (Houston), Texas, September 2019 … BENCHMARK®, a global hospitality company, has named Melissa Bolster catering and conference services manager for World of Whirlpool, in Chicago. Ms. Bolster’s new position represents a promotion for her. Ken Jesina, Benchmark's general manager at World of Whirlpool, made the announcement. "It is with great pleasure that I announce the promotion of Melissa Bolster to Catering and Conference Services Manager," said Mr. Jesina. “Melissa has been a key contributor to the success of this property over the last few years, and we are very excited about her new leadership role with us, and th...
The Lanesborough Hotel, London, Appoints Stuart Geddes as New Hotel Manager
September 6, 2019
September 2019 – The Lanesborough Hotel in London, part of the prestigious Oetker Collection, is pleased to announce the joining of Stuart Geddes as Hotel Manager, taking up his position in October 2019. Geddes joins The Lanesborough from The Goring Hotel, where he worked as General Manager and brings a wealth of experience to the team at The Lanesborough having worked in some of the finest hotels in London previously. Announcing the new arrival, Marco Novella, Managing Director of The Lanesborough commented, "We are delighted to welcome Stuart to the team at The Lanesborough, where he will help to reinforce our position as market leade...
Swire Hotels Appoints Simon McHendry as General Manager of The Temple House in Chengdu
Swire Hotels | September 6, 2019
Swire Hotels is pleased to announce that Simon McHendry, former General Manager of EAST, Beijing, has been transferred to The Temple House as the new General Manager, effective July, and will oversee the operations and lead the team in Chengdu. Simon began his life in Asia over a decade ago in 2004 when he relocated from London to Hong Kong and then later to Beijing. With hospitality in his blood and planted in Asia all these years, Simon gained valuable insight through fully immersing himself in the culture and building genuine relationships. In 2015, Simon joined Swire Hotels first as Executive Assistant Manager – Sales & Market...
Milwaukee’s Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel Appoints David Bodette as General Manager
Saint Kate | September 6, 2019
MILWAUKEE-- Following its grand debut, Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, Milwaukee’s first-of-its kind independent arts hotel, announced today the appointment of arts and luxury hotel veteran David Bodette as general manager. Bodette, a sculptor in his free time, oversees daily operations of the 219-room hotel and arts experience. In this lead role, he is supported by a passionate cast of 200 associates, collaborates with community influencers and artists, helps shape the guest experience and oversees all food and beverage operations, including the hotel’s five dining venues. He comes to Saint Kate following a legacy career managing some ...
Club Med Appoints Carolyne Doyon as New Chief Executive Officer for North America and the Caribbean
Club Med | September 5, 2019
MIAMI (Sept. 5, 2019) – Club Med, the pioneer of the all-inclusive resort concept, announced today that Carolyne Doyon will assume the role of president and chief executive officer for the company’s North American and Caribbean business division, effective immediately. In her new role, Doyon will oversee more than 3,000 employees and lead the sales, operations and development activities for four regional offices and nine resorts. Doyon is succeeding Xavier Mufraggi, who held the position of CEO for North America and the Caribbean for more than 10 years. During his tenure, the North American division flourished into a sustainable and pr...
Shore Lodge Resort Appoints Tom Garcia as President and General Manager
Shore Lodge | September 5, 2019
MCCALL, ID.– Award-winning Shore Lodge resort and adjoining private second home community Whitetail Club in McCall, Idaho, today announce the appointment of Tom E. Garcia as president and general manager. Garcia will bring his extensive experience in the golf club, resort, spa, and luxury real estate sectors with an emphasis in operations and renovations leadership to his new role. He will oversee all aspects of the 1,300-acre Whitetail Club community and historic 77-room Shore Lodge resort located in the heart of the region’s prized Salmon River Mountains. “Tom’s extensive experience leading properties in nearly every U.S. region ...
Quail Lodge & Golf Club Appoints Brian Parks as Executive Chef
Quail Lodge & Golf Club | September 5, 2019
CARMEL, CALIF. (September 2019) – Quail Lodge & Golf Club announces the appointment of Brian Parks to the position of Executive Chef. In his new role, Chef Parks will oversee all culinary operations at Quail Lodge including the menus at the property’s signature restaurant, Edgar's, and hotel bar, Waypoint Bar + Kitchen, in addition to banquets, wedding and special events on property. Parks is a graduate of both the California School of Culinary Arts and College of the Canyons with degrees in Culinary Arts, Business Sciences and Social Sciences. He is a seasoned veteran in the hospitality industry and brings a high level of standard...
Hilton Appoints Feisal Jaffer as Global Head of Its Newest Luxury Brand, LXR Hotels & Resorts
LXR Hotels & Resorts | September 4, 2019
MCLEAN, Va. - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the appointment of Feisal Jaffer as global head, LXR Hotels & Resorts. Jaffer will oversee Hilton’s newest luxury collection brand, which launched in 2018 and is comprised of independent hotels for the world’s most seasoned luxury travelers. LXR offers guests enriching, uncommon experiences tailored to each distinct hotel and traveler. “Set apart by an extraordinary commitment to personalized attention, the LXR brand is rooted in a unique sense of discovery and adventure,” said Martin Rinck, executive vice president and global head, Luxury & Lifestyle Group, Hilton. “In our...
