Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
KSL Resorts Appoints Greg Kennealey as New Chief Executive Officer
KSL Resorts | April 3, 2024
Greg Kennealey to Head Leading Hospitality Company IRVINE, Calif. – KSL Resorts (KSLR) announced today the appointment of industry leader Greg Kennealey as its new chief executive officer. In his new position, Kennealey takes charge of overseeing the operation, development and strategic direction of KSLR and its growing portfolio of resort properties. Kennealey succeeds Scott Dalecio, who will step down as CEO but continue as a senior advisor to KSLR and executive chairman of Outrigger Resorts & Hotels. A former principal and head of hospitality at KSL Capital Partners (KSLCP), a global leader in hospitality, travel and leisure in...
TradeWinds Island Resorts Names Kerry Mitruska Director of Sales & Marketing
TradeWinds Island Resorts | April 2, 2024
PETE BEACH, Fla. (Apr. 2, 2024) – The TradeWinds Island Resorts – the Island Grand Resort and RumFish Beach Resort – located along 40 acres of sugary white beach on the island of St. Pete Beach, Florida, has announcedKerry Mitruskaas Director of Sales & Marketing. In this position, Mitruska will develop and lead new business opportunities for the popular beachfront landmark. He will also support prospective accounts and mentor and collaborate with inside sales team members. A member of the resort executive team, Mitruska will maintain relationships with area visitor bureaus, travel agents, meeting planners, and other travel trade in...
Gregory Stubbs Appointed General Manager at Resorts World Bimini
RESORTS WORLD BIMINI | April 2, 2024
BIMINI, THE BAHAMAS – Resorts World is pleased to announce the promotion of hospitality veteran Gregory Stubbs to General Manager of its luxury resort, Resorts World Bimini, located on the island of Bimini in the Bahamas. In this new role, Stubbs will lead the team in providing outstanding service and oversee operations of the hotel’s 305 guest rooms and suites, four on-site pools, Serenity Spa, restaurants and bars, Fisherman’s Village – an authentic shopping experience and The Resorts World Bimini Beach - a 4.5 acre private beach and lounge. A Nassau-native, Stubbs brings 40 years of industry experience to the role. He joined ...
Ocean City’s Ashore Resort & Beach Club Appoints Nate Leonard as New Executive Chef
ASHORE RESORT & BEACH CLUB | April 2, 2024
Culinary Connoisseur Nate Leonard to Lead the Coastal Resort’s Five New Dining Outlets Ocean City, MD (April 2, 2024) – Ashore Resort & Beach Club, the newly renovated coastal haven nestled along Ocean City's pristine shores, announces the appointment of Nathaniel (Nate) Leonard as executive chef. With an impressive culinary background and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences, Chef Leonard is poised to further elevate the resort as an enticing travel and dining destination along the Maryland coast. Chef Leonard will lead all culinary-related operations, including banquets, events, weddings and the resort's five new coa...
Cloud5 Names Fred Reeder as Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development
Cloud5 Communications | April 2, 2024
Chicago, IL — April 2, 2024, Cloud5 Communications, the leading provider of IT and communications solutions and services for more than 5,000 hotels across the Americas, has today announced the appointment of hospitality technology veteran, Fred Reeder, as Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development. Reeder has decades of experience aligning technology and services with the latest hospitality business needs – and building robust, effective sales teams to serve those needs. Most recently, he served as the principal and head of HBR Global, a management consulting firm focused on sales optimization; global sales and channel...
Selina Announces Updates to Its Executive Leadership Team
Selina Hospitality PLC | April 1, 2024
NEW YORK--Selina Hospitality PLC ("Selina"; NASDAQ: SLNA), a global lifestyle and experiential hospitality company catering to millennial and Gen Z travelers, today announces recent updates to its executive leadership team. Gadi Hassin has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer (“COO”), where he oversees the operational, commercial and financial performance of Selina’s hotel portfolio. Mr. Hassin joined Selina in 2020 as Managing Partner of the APAC region where he was responsible for significant regional expansion and operational excellence. As COO, Mr. Hassin will leverage his 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry a...
Hilton Chicago Appoints Misoon Kong as General Manager
Hilton Chicago | April 1, 2024
Kong brings more than 20 years of experience to the legendary hotel CHICAGO – (April 1, 2024) — Hilton Chicago is pleased to announce the appointment of Misoon Kong as general manager. She is the first woman to hold the position at the hotel in the property’s 97 years of history, rounding out National Women’s History Month. In her new role, she will oversee all aspects of hotels operations and provide comprehensive leadership to uphold Hilton’s commitment to delivering exceptional guest services and achieving financial success for the 1,544 guest room hotel, which features more than 234,000 sq. ft. of meeting space. Most recent...
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis Names Yalcin Arslan as Executive Chef
THE RITZ-CARLTON, ST. LOUIS | March 28, 2024
ST. LOUIS, MO (MARCH 28, 2024) – The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis is delighted to announce the promotion of Chef Yalcin Arslan to Executive Chef, overseeing all culinary aspects of the Forbes Four-Star rated property. Since joining The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis, Chef Arslan has worked to enhance the hotel’s Food & Beverage program and lead the team through a period of culinary restoration. “My mission as Executive Chef is to elevate the overall dining experience for each guest at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Louis by maintaining a luxury level of stewardship and working alongside the culinary team to bring a fresh perspective to the current hot...
Grace Bay Resorts Welcomes Fred Khoury as General Manager of Point Grace
Grace Bay Resorts | March 28, 2024
Luxury Hospitality Veteran Tapped to Lead Boutique Resort in Turks and Caicos Through Expansion Project PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands (March 28, 2024) – Grace Bay Resorts, the boutique developer and operator of the finest luxury resorts and branded residences in Turks and Caicos, is pleased to announce the appointment of Fred Khoury as General Manager of Point Grace. In his role as General Manager, Khoury will supervise all operational aspects of Point Grace, upholding Grace Bay Resorts’ commitment to providing excellent service and guest satisfaction. With an extensive background in hotel management, sales, marketing an...
Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin Appoints Iain Reddick as Executive Chef
HYATT CENTRIC CONGRESS AVENUE AUSTIN | March 28, 2024
Veteran chef with over 20 years of hospitality experience joins to oversee culinary operations as the downtown destination sets out to reshape on-site dining concepts AUSTIN (March 28, 2024) -- Hyatt Centric Congress Avenue Austin, the 31-story hotel located in the heart of downtown Austin, announces today the appointment of Iain Reddick as executive chef. In this role overseeing the hotel’s food and beverage program, Chef Reddick will lead the kitchen and develop new and delicious menus for Hyatt Centric’s restaurant and bar concepts, including the stunning 8th floor rooftop bar and the hotel’s first-floor restaurant, along with ex...
Sanderling Resort Welcomes New Sales and Culinary Talent
Sanderling Resort | March 28, 2024
Introducing Connie Brewer, Director of Sales & Marketing and Executive Chef Amy DiBiase DUCK, NC (March 28, 2024) – Sanderling Resort, the premier retreat nestled along the Outer Banks of North Carolina, announces the appointment of two esteemed professionals to key property roles, including Connie Brewer as Director of Sales & Marketing and Amy DiBiase as the new Executive Chef. Geoff Young, Managing Director at Sanderling Resort, expressed his enthusiasm in announcing the new appointments stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Connie Brewer and Amy DiBiase to the Sanderling Resort family. Their extensive experience and passio...
Hospitality America Transitions Ben Campbell to CEO
Hospitality America | March 27, 2024
Thirty-six-year-old chief shares his forward-thinking vision for the 30-year hotel management company following the retirement of Founder Chris Cargen GREENVILLE, S.C. – March 27, 2024 – Hospitality America is thriving. Coming off the heels of its most profitable year for their hotel partners, Ben Campbell has transitioned from Chief Operating Officer to President and Chief Executive Officer. Hospitality America Founder and CEO Chris Cargen has retired and will assume the newly created position of Chairman of the Board. This transition symbolizes the company’s unwavering commitment to sustained growth, operational excellence, and ...
Bret Chittenden Promoted to President of Expotel Hospitality
March 27, 2024
Metairie, LA, March 27, 2024 – Expotel Hospitality, a prominent full-service third-party hotel management company, announced today that Bret Chittenden, formerly the firm’s Chief Operating Officer, has become its new President. Expotel Hospitality Chairman George Newton made the announcement. Mr. Chittenden has been part of the company since its inception in1999. He also previously worked for the founders of the company George Newton and the late David Burrus. “I want to thank Mr. Newton and late Mr. Burrus for a lifetime of building value in me through conversations and lessons geared both professionally and personally,...
Westgate Resorts Names Longtime Executive Jim Gissy as Chief Executive Officer
WESTGATE RESORTS | March 27, 2024
Company Founder David Siegel to Become Executive Chairman and Continue to Lead Companywide Strategic Direction ORLANDO, Fla. – March 27, 2024 – Westgate Resorts, one of the largest resort developers in the United States, has appointed longtime company executive Jim Gissy as Chief Executive Officer, effective March 5, 2024. Westgate Resorts Founder David Siegel will remain Executive Chairman of the Board & President and will continue to lead all major decision-making of the company. As Westgate’s Chief Executive Officer Gissy is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s operations, sales and marketing. “It’s an...
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Appoints Sudhakar Veluru as Executive Vice President and Chief Information Technology Officer
Four Seasons | March 26, 2024
Four Seasons, the world’s leading luxury hospitality company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sudhakar Veluru as the company's new Executive Vice President and Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), effective March 25, 2024. Sudhakar will join Four Seasons Executive Leadership Team reporting to Alejandro Reynal, President and CEO, Four Seasons. Sudhakar will be based at Four Seasons corporate office in Miami. "We are excited to welcome Sudhakar at this important time in Four Seasons information technology transformation," says Reynal. “Sudhakar’s extensive experience in technology and IT innovation will be instrume...
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Welcomes Pascale Selwan as New General Manager
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa | March 26, 2024
Dominica, March 26, 2024 – The executive team at InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa, proudly announces the appointment of Pascale Selwan as the new General Manager of the 131-room luxury resort. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades in the hospitality industry, Selwan brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to excellence to her new role. Selwan’s journey in the hospitality sector has been marked by continuous growth and accomplishments across diverse continents and cultures. Prior to joining InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa, she held senior operational and commercial positions i...
Asher Adams, Salt Lake City’s First Autograph Collection Hotel, Appoints Leadership Ahead of Fall 2024 Opening
THE ATHENS GROUP | March 25, 2024
Ahead of Opening in the Fall of 2024, this Announcement Further Highlights the Partnership Between The Athens Group, Hatteras Sky and Pivot SALT LAKE CITY, UT – MARCH 25, 2024 – Asher Adams, the first Autograph Collection hotel in downtown Salt Lake City that is under construction by The Athens Group with its partner, Hatteras Sky, has named its leadership team ahead of the opening in the fall of 2024. Pivot, the lifestyle operating vertical of Davidson Hospitality Group, the manager and operator of the hotel, has appointed: - Niels Vuijsters, as the General Manager for Asher Adams. Niels brings over a decade of ...
Hristiyana Ralinova and Richard J. Fischer Appointed to Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown’s Executive Team
Canopy by Hilton | March 25, 2024
General manager and director of sales and marketing have been named at the 216-room lifestyle hotel, expected to open October 2024 SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – (March 25, 2024) – Canopy by Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown today announced Hristiyana Ralinova has been appointed general manager and Richard J. Fischer has been named director of sales and marketing of the 216-room lifestyle property, expected to debut in October later this year. General Manager Hristiyana Ralinova A native of Bulgaria, Ralinova is a hospitality veteran with nearly 20 years of experience, having spent her entire career with Hilton, where she began as a front desk age...
Thompson Zihuatanejo Appoints Omar Barquera as New Executive Chef
Thompson Zihuatanejo | March 25, 2024
Mexican Resort to Elevate Food and Beverage Program with Addition of Seasoned Culinary Expert ZIHUATANEJO, Mexico – March 25, 2024 – Thompson Zihuatanejo, a beach resort by Hyatt located on the idyllic La Playa Ropa, announces the appointment of Chef Omar Barquera as the new Executive Chef. With an illustrious culinary career spanning over two decades, Chef Barquera brings a wealth of expertise and passion for Mexican cuisine to elevate the dining experience at Thompson Zihuatanejo. In his role, Barquera will share his talent and experience as both a chef and leader to further enhance the food and beverage offerings throughout the reso...
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal Appoints Peter Falke as Director of Sales and Marketing
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal | March 21, 2024
LOS CABOS, MX (March 21, 2024) – Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal is proud to announce the appointment of Peter Falke as Director of Sales and Marketing for the award-winning resort. In this role, Falke will oversee all sales, marketing, and public relations efforts for the hotel, a leading property in Waldorf Astoria’s impressive portfolio. An exclusive haven situated on Cabo San Lucas’ most coveted parcel of land, the resort boasts 112 rooms, each with its own private plunge pool. The hotel also offers an award-winning Waldorf Astoria Spa, acclaimed food and beverage experiences, and a variety of authentic destination-inspired exc...
Pedro Rodríguez Madrigal Appointed General Manager for El Palace Barcelona
El Palace Barcelona | March 21, 2024
Barcelona, 21st March 2024 –El Palace Barcelona is proud to welcome a new General Manager, Pedro Rodríguez Madrigal. Rodríguez Madrigal joins El Palace Barcelona at an exciting time as the hotel continues to lead Barcelona’s luxury hotel market with its sophisticated and elegant offering combined with seasonal offerings and creative pop-ups in its majestic Great Hall and blossoming Rooftop Terrace. As Barcelona’s first luxury five-star hotel dating back to 1919 as the former Ritz of Barcelona, El Palace Barcelona is a proud member of Leading Hotels of the World and is a vibrant part of the local Barcelona community, welcoming gu...
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Welcomes Remi Van Peteghem as New Culinary Director
SOFITEL LEGEND METROPOLE HANOI | March 21, 2024
Remi Van Peteghem is a veteran of multiple Michelin-starred restaurants HANOI, Vietnam (Mar. 21, 2024) — Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi has appointed a new Director of Culinary, Remi Van Peteghem, who brings three decades of culinary experience including with numerous Michelin-starred restaurants around the world. Van Peteghem is a member of the Association of Maîtres Cuisinier de France. Van Peteghem arrives in Hanoi from Singapore, where he most recently served as Culinary Director and Assistant Vice President of food and beverage for Resorts World Sentosa, overseeing its overall culinary operations, including at Michelin-starred Table...
The Statler Names Nuno Rodrigues as Food & Beverage Director
The Statler | March 21, 2024
(DALLAS, March 21, 2024) – Nuno Rodrigues has been named Food & Beverage Director of The Statler, a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, the leading global third-party hotel operator. Rodrigues is a perfect fit for The Statler with over 20 years of international hospitality experience and a focus on hotel food and beverage outlets. His most recent position was at Mayfair Hospitality Street Partners in Alpharetta, Georgia, where he was Vice President of Food and Beverage. Before that, he served as Food & Beverage Director at The Hamilton Alpharetta, another Curio Collection by Hilton hotel. At The Stat...
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Appoints Two New Culinary Talents
Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club | March 20, 2024
Following Beloved Executive Chef, Jean-Pierre Dubray’s Retirement, The AAA Five-Diamond Resort Ushers in Esteemed Culinary Talents DANA POINT (March 20, 2024) – Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach is thrilled to announce the appointment of two distinguished culinary talents to its esteemed leadership team, Chef Gordon Maybury and Chef Peter Lai. Maybury has been named Resort Executive Chef, overseeing the culinary experiences across the entire resort while Lai assumes the role of Executive Chef of Bourbon Steak Orange County – Michael Mina’s nod to the American steakhouse. This announcement follows the upcoming retirement of estee...
