Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa Welcomes Director of Sales and Marketing Bryan Hart
Park Hyatt Aviara | April 27, 2023
CARLSBAD, Calif. (April 27, 2023) – Park Hyatt Aviara, the iconic Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Southern California resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan Hart as director of sales and marketing. A seasoned veteran in the hospitality industry with nearly two decades of experience, Hart oversees sales and marketing strategy to drive overall revenue growth for the resort as it completes the final phase of its $60+ million property-wide transformation with the introduction of Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara. Throughout his career, Hart has held executive and upper management level roles for a multitude of unique ...
Olympia Hotel Management Appoints Karl McElligott as Director of Food & Beverage
Olympia Hotel Management | April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023. Portland, ME. Olympia Hotel Management has named Karl McElligott the Director of Food & Beverage. McElligott was previously the Director of Food & Beverage at Fathom Companies in Portland, overseeing all F&B operations at The Press Hotel and Canopy Portland Waterfront. Before that, he was the Director of Food & Beverage at Stowe Mountain Lodge and the Director of Restaurants at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. “We are pleased to welcome Karl to Olympia’s executive team,” said Sara Masterson, President of Olympia Hotel Management. “His extraordinary talent, creativity, and passion for the F&B side of the ind...
Twenty Four Seven Hotels Names Dan Grunbeck Corporate F&B Director
Twenty Four Seven Hotels | April 26, 2023
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 26, 2023—Twenty Four Seven Hotels, a third-party hospitality management company for premium-branded, select-service and lifestyle hotel segments in the western U.S., today announced that it has named Dan Grunbeck corporate F&B director. In the newly created role, he will implement and lead strategic operations to enhance offerings and partner with hotels to create unique, market-based food and beverage concepts, as well as source quality products that adhere to brand standards. “Dan is a proven F&B leader well known for developing innovative dining experiences while boosting efficiencies,” said Da...
The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection Hotel, Welcomes Pablo Migoya as New General Manager
The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection hotel | April 26, 2023
JACKSON, WY (April 26, 2023) – The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection hotel, is proud to announce the appointment of Pablo Migoya as general manager of Jackson Hole’s only luxury boutique hotel located on the historic Town Square. Bringing more than two decades of luxury hospitality experience to this role, Migoya is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations of the award-winning 100-room hotel nestled at the gateway of Grand Teton National Park, one hour south of Yellowstone National Park, and in the center of the town’s boutique shops, restaurants, galleries, and more. Migoya’s impressive 25-plus-year hospitality career i...
Detroit Foundation Hotel Appoints Rece Hogerheide as Executive Chef
Detroit Foundation Hotel | April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023, Detroit, MI - Detroit Foundation Hotel has appointed Rece Hogerheide as Executive Chef of Detroit Foundation Hotel and The Apparatus Room, taking over from one of the most decorated chefs to cook in Detroit, Thomas Lents, who held the role since 2017 when the Detroit Foundation Hotel opened. With Lents at the helm, The Apparatus Room became one of Detroit’s top dining destinations, winning numerous accolades and awards including, Detroit Free Press's coveted “Restaurant of the Year” and “Hottest Restaurant of the Year” by Eater Detroit. Throughout the years, Lents’ kitchen served as the training ground for many y...
Cendyn Announces Senior Leadership Team Expansion
Cendyn | April 26, 2023
Following the appointment of Jack Blaha as CEO, Cendyn announces the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Legal Officer, Chief Operations Officer, Chief Product Officer and the promotion of long-standing Chief Marketing Officer to President & Chief Marketing Officer April 26, 2023 – Boca Raton, FL — Cendyn, a catalyst for digital transformation in the hospitality industry, today announced the appointment of four new executives to its management team, as well as one significant promotion. The new personnel include Chief Financial Officer (CFO) B Papadakis, Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Alifya Curtin, Chief Product Officer (CPO...
Marcus Hotels & Resorts Promotes Jeff Stewart to General Manager of Hilton Milwaukee City Center
Marcus Hotels & Resorts | April 25, 2023
MILWAUKEE, April 25, 2023 – Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized owner and management company and division of The Marcus Corporation, today announced that Jeff Stewart has been promoted to general manager of the landmark Hilton Milwaukee City Center. Stewart returns to the property where he previously served as hotel manager, bringing with him more than 20 years of hotel management experience, including eight years with Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “We are excited to welcome Jeff back to Hilton Milwaukee City Center to lead this iconic Milwaukee property,” said Michael Evans, president of Marcus Hotels & Resor...
Enrique Sinencio Named General Manager of Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta
Casa Velas | April 24, 2023
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico (April 24, 2023) – Enrique Sinencio has been named General Manager of Casa Velas in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. In his new role, Sinencio is responsible for the adults-only hotel’s 80 designer suites with luxury amenities, celebrated cuisine and special gourmet happenings. Sinencio’s appointment is effective immediately. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Sinencio has performed operational and executive activities in luxury and ultra-luxury properties throughout Mexico including Hotel Manager at the AAA Five Diamond Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit. Immediately prior to rejoining Velas Resorts, Sinenci...
Olivier Thomas Appointed General Manager at Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo
Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer Group | April 21, 2023
21 April 2023: The iconic Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo, located on the internationally renowned Casino Square in the heart of Monaco, is pleased to announce the appointment of Olivier Thomas as general manager. In this role, Thomas will be responsible for managing the hotel’s day-to-day successes, overseeing all operations, while maintaining its reputation as one of the most prestigious palace hotels in the world. With over 25 years of experience in the luxury hospitality industry, Thomas joins the Société des Bains de Mer team from Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi, where he held the position since 2018. Prior to this, Thomas also served at...
John Carns Named General Manager of Henderson Beach Resort
Henderson Beach Resort | April 21, 2023
DESTIN, Fla. (April 21, 2023) – Henderson Beach Resort – Destin’s only luxury resort– is pleased to announce the appointment of John Carns as general manager. With over two decades of hospitality industry experience, Carns will oversee daily operations of the beach resort. “I am thrilled to take on the role of general manager of Henderson Beach Resort, where guests are welcomed with warm southern hospitality and beach life nurtures moments and shapes memories,” said Carns. “I look forward to partnering with the resort’s extraordinary team of hospitality professionals committed to elevating each and every guest’s experience....
Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs Appoints Richard Crespin as Executive Chef
Kimpton Restaurants | April 21, 2023
PALM SPRINGS, CALIF. (April 21, 2023) – Newly leading the distinguished dining concepts and culinary team at Kimpton The Rowan Palm Springs is Executive Chef Richard Crespin. With his appointment, Crespin is responsible for overseeing culinary operations for the Michelin-recognized 4 Saints rooftop restaurant, the all-day dining concept Juniper Table, the poolside High Bar, banquets, catering and in-room dining. Crespin brings his distinct international culinary expertise – rooted in classic French technique and informed by his studies in New York, Paris, Spain and Japan – to the award-winning, 153-room downtown Palm Springs hot...
Terranea Resort Appoints Andrew Vaughan as Executive Chef
Terranea Resort | April 20, 2023
RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif. – World-class Pacific oceanfront Terranea Resort announces the appointment of Andrew Vaughan as executive chef, overseeing all luxury culinary experiences from in-room dining and the resort’s eight exceptional dining venues to creating innovative menus for meetings, weddings and special events. Over the span of eight years, Vaughan has been instrumental in the outstanding culinary success at Terranea, including recognition from the Michelin Guide California and Forbes Travel Guide – both for mar’sel when he served as chef de cuisine. In his new role, he is charged with providing meaningful dining experie...
The Kimpton Brice Welcomes Jason Gifford as General Manager
April 20, 2023
SAVANNAH, GA – April 20, 2023 – The Kimpton Brice - the charming boutique hotel capturing the heartbeat of Savannah’s historic landmark district - proudly announces Jason Gifford as General Manager. In this role, Gifford will be responsible for managing the hotel’s day-to-day success, overseeing all operational aspects of the 145-room hotel including everything from sales and marketing to food and beverage - including its on-site restaurant, Pacci - while maximizing company revenue. “As we wrap up renovations at The Kimpton Brice, we’re beyond honored to have Jason join and lead our team,” said said Eric Enriquez, Director of ...
Adero Scottsdale Resort Appoints Michael Valkos as General Manager
ADERO Scottsdale Resort | April 20, 2023
Scottsdale, Arizona (April 20, 2023) – ADERO Scottsdale Resort – an Autograph Collection hotel perched 2,500 feet above the Sonoran Desert – announces Michael Valkos’ appointment to general manager. ADERO has long been the recipient of prestigious accolades from publication and readers’ choice awards, including Condé Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure, and will continue to flourish under Valkos’ leadership. Valkos brings over 18 years of hospitality experience to his new role, including Moxy General Manager at Twenty Four Seven Hotels and other leadership positions at Hyatt and Evolution Hospitality. As general manager at ADE...
Cécile Lopez Appointed as General Manager at Cour des Vosges in Paris
Cour des Vosges | April 19, 2023
French hospitality group Evok is pleased to announce the appointment of Cécile Lopez as General Manager of Cour des Vosges, a luxury extended stay property in the heart of Paris’ Le Marais district. A natural heritage site of the former Hôtel de Montbrun, Cour des Vosges is the only hotel on the Place des Vosges that boasts a stunning bird’s eye view of the Square Louis XIII. Lopez specializes in the operational management of five star hotels, with 11 years of experience in the Ascott Group. After gaining her BTS vocational training qualification in Business Management & Accounting in 1990, she began her career as an accountant at...
Giulio Stix Appointed General Manager of Santiburi Koh Samui
Santiburi Koh Samui | April 19, 2023
Koh Samui, THAILAND – Santiburi Koh Samui, S Hotels & Resorts’ natural five-star retreat on Samui’s stunning north shore, has announced the appointment of Giulio Stix as its new General Manager. A highly-skilled leader with almost two decades of experience in luxury hotels and resorts in Europe and Asia, Giulio now takes the reins at this “grande dame” of Koh Samui which has been delighting discerning travellers and active families with its unique blend of wellness-orientated hospitality and authentic Thainess since 1992. Giulio’s impressive career commenced in Milan in 2004, when he became a sales and marketing trainee wi...
Pacific Hospitality Group Names Kellie Womack as General Manager at AC Hotel Dallas by the Galleria and Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas
Pacific Hospitality Group | April 18, 2023
DALLAS, Texas [April 18, 2023] - Pacific Hospitality Group has hired Kellie Womack as the dual General Manager for the AC Hotel Dallas by the Galleria and Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas by the Galleria. In this position, Womack is responsible for managing the hotels’ operations on a day to day basis to assure optimum performance and continual improvement, including overseeing and leading budgeting, strategy, customer service, sales and marketing, maintenance, staff recruitment and training, and food and beverage. Womack has over 15 years of extensive leadership experience in the hospitality industry, including her most recent posit...
Makeready Appoints Christian Kraul-Rodriguez as Director of Sales and Marketing for The Junto
The Junto | April 18, 2023
Columbus, Ohio, April 18, 2023– – Makeready, the hospitality company that concepts, manages, and operates an independent and diverse collection of hotel, restaurant and retail brands, recently named Christian Kraul-Rodriguez as Director of Sales and Marketing for its new independent lifestyle property in Columbus, Ohio, The Junto. Kraul-Rodriguez joins the team after serving most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Viking Hotel (Davidson Hotels) located in Newport, Rhode Island. As Director of Sales and Marketing, Kraul-Rodriguez will lead the independent brand strategy, drive deep partnerships within the community, w...
Alethea Kessler Joins The J House Greenwich as Director of Sales and Marketing
The J House Greenwich | April 18, 2023
Greenwich, Connecticut – Alethea Kessler has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at The J House Greenwich, an award-winning, luxury, boutique hotel located in Greenwich, Connecticut. In this role, Kessler oversees the sales and marketing efforts, including new business development and generating awareness for the property through traditional marketing and community outreach efforts. “Alethea not only brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience to The J House, but also an unparalleled level of excitement and creativity to our property,” said Janice Perna-Nicholas, General Manager, The J House Greenwich. “She h...
Commonwealth Hotels Appoints Heather Weatherford as Director of Sales and Marketing of the Aloft Knoxville West
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | April 17, 2023
COVINGTON, Ky., April 17, 2023 -- Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Heather Weatherford has been appointed the director of sales and marketing of the Aloft Knoxville West. Ms. Weatherford brings over 10 years of hospitality experience to her new role as director of sales and marketing, having previously served as the business development representative for Coyote Logistics. "We are delighted to have Heather join Commonwealth." Said Jennifer Porter, chief operating officer for Commonwealth Hotels. "We are confident that with her strategic sales approach and knowledge of the market; she will be a strong asset to the team at the...
Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU Introduces Food & Beverage Team
Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU | April 17, 2023
TEMPE, AZ (April 17, 2023) - Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU is proud to announce the appointment of Jose Martinez as Director of Food & Beverage and Chris Castro as Executive Chef. The dynamic duo will lead the hotel in introducing four new restaurant and lounge concepts to Tempe’s bustling downtown district upon opening on April 28, 2023. Jose Martinez, Director of Food & Beverage Puerto Rico native, Jose Martinez brings over 20 years of experience in food and beverage to his new role. His lifelong passion for cuisine led him to open a restaurant with his father in Luquillo, Puerto Rico before studying international cuisine and resta...
Sheraton Dallas Appoints Andrew Cardillo as New Executive Chef
Sheraton Dallas Hotel | April 17, 2023
DALLAS - April 17, 2023 - Sheraton Dallas is proud to welcome Andrew Cardillo as the hotel’s new Executive Chef. Cardillo brings an extensive culinary background to the role. Cardillo previously worked as Executive Chef at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown and has worked with other Marriott properties across the country including Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina and Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile. As the Executive Chef for Sheraton Dallas, Cardillo will lead all aspects of hotel food operations, including catering for the hotel’s convention and meeting spaces, in-room dining, and the four food and beverage outlets within She...
NoMad London Welcomes Michael Yates as Executive Chef
NoMad London | April 17, 2023
NoMad London, the elegant hotel located in the storied Grade II-listed building in the heart of Covent Garden, has appointed Michael Yates to the role of Executive Chef. A British native with experience in some of Europe's most celebrated Michelin-starred kitchens, Chef Michael will be at the helm of the culinary program at NoMad London, including its signature restaurant, the Mexican-inspired Side Hustle, the Library and the newly opened cocktail bar, Common Decency. Bringing his minimalist style to the hotel’s culinary offering, he will showcase local provenance and highlight single ingredients, letting simplicity shine. Chef Micha...
Accor Appoints Martine Gerow as Group Chief Finance Officer
Accor | April 13, 2023
Accor today announces that Martine Gerow has been appointed as Group Chief Finance Officer. Martine will assume this role from 01 July 2023 and will also become a member of the Management board at this time, reporting directly to Sébastien Bazin, Group Chairman & CEO. Martine will lead the Group’s Corporate financial function and manage relations with the market regulatory authorities and financial community. She replaces Jean-Jacques Morin, who remains Group Deputy CEO and Premium, Midscale & Economy Division CEO. With a strong French and Anglo-Saxon background, Martine started her career as a consultant with the Boston Consult...
