Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Anika Glenn Named New Director of Sales and Marketing at Kimpton Sylvan Hotel, Atlanta
February 3, 2023
The Kimpton Sylvan Hotel, a 1950s-era adaptive reuse boutique hotel in Atlanta’s Buckhead neighborhood, announces the hire of Anika Glenn as its new Director of Sales and Marketing. Glenn brings 15+ years of award-winning industry experience to the Sylvan, with her most recent role serving as the Director of Sales and Marketing for the Hyatt Regency Atlanta Perimeter at Villa Christina, where she implemented the hotel’s sales and marketing strategies and achieved the budgeted top line revenue for the hotel. Glenn brings a wealth of knowledge of the hospitality industry specializing in new hotel openings, luxury-boutique and lifestyle p...
Ellen Davis Joins U.S. Travel Association to Lead Industry Engagement, Association Growth
U.S. Travel Association | February 3, 2023
The U.S. Travel Association announced today that association veteran Ellen Davis joined the organization as Executive Vice President of Business Strategy and Industry Engagement. Davis is the first addition to the executive team since Geoff Freeman was appointed CEO in 2022. “Ellen has an impressive association track record of uniting stakeholders, diversifying value propositions and creating thoughtful growth strategies,” said Geoff Freeman, U.S. Travel Association president and CEO. “I am thrilled to be working alongside Ellen again and know she will play an instrumental role in the next level of value creation for the U.S. Tra...
Cloud5 Welcomes Telecoms Veteran Jerry Gore as Company CTO
Cloud5 Communications | February 2, 2023
Chicago, IL — February 2, 2023, Cloud5 Communications, a leading provider of communications and technology solutions for more than 5,000 hotels, MDUs, and commercial facilities across the Americas, has today announced the appointment of telecommunications expert, Jerry Gore, as company CTO. Gore joins Cloud5 following an impressive career spanning more than 20 years wherein he has specialized in telecommunications architecture and integration, as well as software development and support services. Most recently, Gore served as CIO and CTO for CrossCom, a leading lifecycle technology solutions provider for several of the largest ret...
The Hamilton Curio Collection by Hilton Appoints Saleh Akley as New Director of Sales & Marketing
The Hamilton Curio Collection by Hilton | February 2, 2023
Atlanta, February 2, 2023 - Alpharetta, Georgia’s first boutique hotel, The Hamilton Curio Collection by Hilton, is pleased to announce the appointment of Saleh Akley as the property’s new Director of Sales & Marketing. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality, Saleh will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for the hotel and its on-site indoor and outdoor restaurant, Carrie’s Conservatory. Prior to joining The Hamilton, Saleh was an Area Director of Sales with Aimbridge Hospitality, overseeing revenue at two properties, Hyatt Place Atlanta/ Norcross/ Peachtree and Hyatt Place Atlanta/ Alpharetta, Windward. In 2018, h...
Sojern Expands Leadership Team With Strategic New Hires
Sojern | February 2, 2023
SAN FRANCISCO – February 2, 2023 – Sojern, the leading digital marketing platform built for travel, today announced the expansion of its leadership team with strategic new hires. The new hires come at a time when many technology companies face market challenges. With the recovery of the travel industry underway, Sojern’s business supports travel brands that match the market demand—focusing on specific verticals such as hotels and destinations while investing in technology and people. New hires include: Preeya Patel, Vice President, People and Stephen Fitzgerald, Vice President, Hotels North America. “At Sojern we continue to in...
Whiteface Lodge Appoints Jonathon Peels as New General Manager
Whiteface Lodge | February 2, 2023
LAKE PLACID, N.Y. – Feb. 2, 2023 – Whiteface Lodge is pleased to announce that Jonathan Peels has been appointed the new general manager of the Four Star Forbes-rated, luxury all-suite resort in Lake Placid, New York. One of premier resorts in the Adirondack region, Whiteface Lodge boasts 96 guestrooms, two restaurants, a spa and an abundance of indoor and outdoor activities for guests across generations to enjoy. Peels brings a wealth of knowledge to Whiteface Lodge with over 15 years of management experience at hotels and resorts around the country. Most recently, he was the resort manager of Palm Beach Singer Island Marriott Beach ...
Taylor Miller Appointed General Manager of Del Mar Beach Hotel
Del Mar Beach Hotel | February 2, 2023
SAN DIEGO, CA (FEBRUARY 2, 2023) – Del Mar Beach Hotel, San Diego’s luxury beachfront hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of Taylor Miller to the position of general manager. In this role, Miller will oversee all operations for the 46-room California coastal hotel and its three residences. She will also work closely with the management team at Azul Hospitality Group to strategically grow the overall revenue for the property. Miller is an energetic leader who brings with her a depth of knowledge in guest services and hotel operations, as well as a true passion for hospitality. Taylor first entered the hospitality industry at Mo...
Mar Monte Hotel Appoints Patricia Kimball-Guterres as Director of Sales & Marketing
Mar Monte Hotel | February 2, 2023
SANTA BARBARA, Calif. (February 2, 2023) – The reimagined Mar Monte Hotel in Santa Barbara, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt brand, announces the appointments of Patricia Kimball as Director of Sales & Marketing and Danielle Shear as Director of Operations. Kimball brings over 20 years of experience to her new role as Director of Sales & Marketing, including opening and rebranding numerous properties in Central and Northern California and Hawai‘i. Her exceptional knowledge of the hospitality industry coupled with her outside-the-box creativity has contributed to her solid history of success. Most recently, Kimball serve...
Hotel Emma at Pearl Promotes Jon Sakshaug to CEO
February 2, 2023
February 2nd, 2023 – San Antonio, TEXAS – Hotel Emma at Pearl is pleased to announce that Jon Sakshaug has been promoted to the role of CEO, effective February 2023. Jon previously served as Hotel Emma’s General Manager, overseeing the property’s business operations to ensure an exceptional level of service. Prior to his role as General Manager, Jon was the Vice President of Finance at Hotel Emma. He was also a member of its opening team in 2015. With over eight years of experience working with Hotel Emma, Jon will use his deep understanding of the property’s history, ethos, and vision to manage operations across all divisions of t...
Cloud5 Welcomes Industry Veteran David Heckaman to Their Executive Leadership Team
Cloud5 Communications | February 2, 2023
Chicago, IL. — February 2, 2023 — Cloud5 Communications, the leading provider of technology and communications solutions for the world’s top hotel brands and management companies, today announced that hospitality veteran David Heckaman has joined Cloud5’s Executive Leadership Team as Vice President of Product Development. Mr. Heckaman comes to Cloud5 after being in the technology and hospitality industries for more than 30 years, with the last 19 being with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. He joined Mandarin Oriental to lead the technology development aspect of their North American flagship property in New York City and earned a wel...
Marriott International Appoints Nour Laasri as Area General Manager, Houston and General Manager, Marriott Marquis Houston
Marriott Marquis Houston | February 1, 2023
HOUSTON, TEXAS (February 01, 2023)—Nour Laasri has been appointed Marriott International’s new Area General Manager, Houston, and General Manager for Marriott Marquis Houston. In his role as General Manager, Laasri will act as the primary strategic leader for the 1,000-room Marriott Marquis Houston. He will oversee the success of all day-to-day operations, financial performance, sales and revenue generation, and guest & employee satisfaction strategies. As Area General Manager, Laasri will serve as an active member of the Houston community and will help the hotel team foster deeper relationships with local officials and businesses in ...
The Hollywood Roosevelt Appoints Daniel Sabo as New Food & Beverage Director
The Hollywood Roosevelt | February 1, 2023
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (February 1, 2022) – The iconic and historic Hollywood boutique hotel, The Hollywood Roosevelt, is proud to announce the appointment of Daniel Sabo as its new Director of Food & Beverage, bringing over 26 years of hospitality experience to the hotel’s storied collection of restaurants and bars, which includes the iconic 60’s style Tropicana Pool, upscale burger joint 25 Degrees, the stylish al fresco Rosy Café, and the newly revived iconic Cinegrill Theater, the famed cabaret and nightclub enjoyed by Hollywood elite. Sabo was part of the opening team at Brooklyn restaurant Five Leaves where he started as a ba...
Twenty-Year Marriott Technology Strategist to Lead HCN Product Development in 2023
The Hotel Communication Network (HCN) | February 1, 2023
Neil Schubert joins Hotel Communication Network as Chief Product Officer to steer the strategic direction of its in-room Navigator tablets that reach 100% of guests via two-way communication Ottawa, Ontario – February 1, 2023 – Forty-year hospitality industry technologist Neil Schubert has joined Canada-based Hotel Communication Network (HCN) as Chief Product Officer. With 20 of those years spent spearheading the technology initiatives for Marriott International, Schubert brings to HCN a wealth of knowledge in application development, product management, systems integration, financial systems management, infrastructure, IT architectur...
ROAR Appoints Christopher Young as Chief Technology Officer
ROAR | February 1, 2023
Experienced tech executive will lead next phase of product development and design to meet demand in company’s two key verticals PHILADELPHIA, Pa. (February 1, 2023) – ROAR, a company providing best-in-class workplace panic button solutions, has hired Christopher Young as its Chief Technology Officer. He brings more than 20 years of technology experience to a role that will oversee product, engineering and quality assurance for the company’s signature staff safety platform. Young previously held vice president roles in R&D, product and technology, most recently working for data analytics and integrations company Qlik. He was r...
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas Welcomes Brian Booth as New Director of Sales and Marketing
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas | January 31, 2023
DALLAS – Jan. 31, 2023 – The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas – Texas’ first and Dallas’ only five-star hotel is proud to announce the appointment of Brian Booth as Director of Sales and Marketing, adding to its exceptional team of industry-leading talent. In his new role, Booth will develop and implement sales initiatives and marketing strategies to support the luxury property’s continued growth while delivering unparalleled levels of distinguished service. Booth joins The Ritz-Carlton team with more than 20 years of industry experience in sales, marketing, and operations, bringing proven excellence in hospitality market-share ...
B Resort & Spa Welcomes Kai Fischer as New General Manager
B Resort & Spa | January 31, 2023
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – (January 31, 2023) – B Resort & Spa, located in the Disney Springs® Resort Area in Orlando, today announced the appointment of Kai Fischer as general manager, effective immediately. An industry veteran with over 30 years of hospitality experience, Fischer will oversee all aspects of the resort – including operations, sales, marketing and food & beverage – alongside the resort’s management company, Performance Hospitality Management. Throughout his career, Fischer has served in various hospitality leadership positions at prominent hotel and resort properties on the East Coast. After graduating...
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Appoints Laurie Frank as Executive Director of Sales
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort | January 31, 2023
MIRAMAR BEACH, FL (January 31, 2023) – Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort® announces the appointment of a new Executive Director of Sales, Laurie Frank. Laurie has been selected to lead both the Sandestin® and Hotel Effie Group Sales Departments, while maintaining a service of excellence to its current and future clients. “We welcome Laurie to the resort and know that she will lead our sales teams to continued success and provide our clients, and their guests to the ultimate Sandestin® experience” said Bill Liedholm, General Manager for Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort®. “Laurie has a proven track record of results and an impressive...
Rene Camelo Appointed Executive Chef for Grand Hotel Cancun Managed by Kempinski
Grand Hotel Cancún managed by Kempinski | January 31, 2023
Cancun, Mexico (January 31, 2022) - As Kempinski debuts its first Mexico property with the Grand Hotel Cancún managed by Kempinski, loyal guests of the property will be happy to find familiarity in the hotel’s lauded culinary offerings. At the end of the year, the property will be fully operated under Kempinski Hotel Cancún. With over 34 years in the business, Chef Rene Camelo is no stranger to the property or catering to its devoted, epicurean clientele. This is partly due to his loyalty to the very walls that saw him grow from a cook in 1996 to Executive Sous Chef by 2022. By 2023, Chef Camelo will be overseeing all the culinary e...
Kimpton Gray Hotel Appoints Aaron Munson as New Executive Chef
the Kimpton Gray Hotel | January 30, 2023
CHICAGO (Jan. 30, 2022) — The team at Kimpton Gray Hotel, a luxury Chicago Loop hotel located in one of the city’s most historic structures, is proud to announce a new addition to the food and beverage leadership team: Aaron Munson, Executive Chef for the hotel and Boleo. “We’re excited to welcome Chef Aaron to The Gray,” said Lisa Ares, General Manager. “Chef is an ideal fit for our hotel because of his background, out-of-the-box approach, and determination to keep the hotel and its dining venues on the map as a Chicago favorite for both locals and visitors alike.” Chef Aaron’s culinary adventure began as a child when he...
Executive Chef Kevin Lalli Returns to Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square
Sofitel | January 30, 2023
WASHINGTON, DC – January 30, 2023 – Kevin Lalli has been appointed Executive Chef for Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette Square, as announced by General Manager Karla Erales. Prior to returning to Sofitel, Chef Lalli was the executive chef for Prime 25 in Colorado Springs, Colorado beginning in September of 2021. During his time at the high-end steakhouse, he increased sales by 25%. Chef Lalli was the executive chef for Sofitel Washington DC Lafayette square from April of 2018 until the spring of 2021. He oversaw the opening and daily operation of Opaline Bar & Brasserie, in-room dining and banquets while managing a team of 25. Prev...
AHLA Foundation Welcomes New 2023 Board of Trustees
The AHLA Foundation | January 30, 2023
WASHINGTON (January 30, 2023) – The AHLA Foundation today announced its newly elected 2023 Board of Trustees, which includes a diverse slate of senior leaders from across the hotel industry who are committed to changing lives and building the hospitality workforce of tomorrow. Tom Bardenett, chief operating officer for RLJ Lodging Trust, will continue his role as the chairman of the board; Julienne Smith, chief development officer, Americas, at IHG Hotels and Resorts remains vice chair; and Anu Saxena, president and global head of Hilton Supply Management, will continue to serve as secretary and treasurer. “It is a privilege to be Ch...
AHLA Announces 2023 Officers, Board, Executive Committee
AHLA | January 30, 2023
RLJ Lodging Trust’s Leslie D. Hale Named Chair WASHINGTON (Jan. 30, 2023) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced its 2023 Officers, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, which include top leaders representing all segments of the hospitality industry. RLJ Lodging Trust President & CEO Leslie D. Hale was named chair of the board; Hilton Chief Financial Officer and President, Global Development Kevin Jacobs was named vice chair; Aimbridge Hospitality President & CEO Michael J. Deitemeyer joins as secretary/treasurer; RLJ Lodging Trust Chief Operating Officer Tom Bardenett will remain chair...
Audrey Huttert Appointed New General Manager at Amangiri
Audrey Huttert | January 30, 2023
CANYON POINT, Utah (Jan. 30, 2023) – In one of the world’s most dramatically secluded settings lies Amangiri in South Utah, which recently appointed Audrey Huttert as the new general manager. Audrey brings with her more than two decades of experience in luxury hotels around the world, including other Aman properties such as Amanera in the Dominican Republic and Amanyara in Turks & Caicos. Blending into untouched red-rock country, the ultra-luxurious resort claims 900 acres of the vast and majestic Colorado Plateau, the original Wild West. In this desert landscape of canyons, mesas, ridges and gorges, the 34 modernist Suites and...
Amir Nematipour Appointed Director of Food and Beverage at Four Seasons Resort Lanai
January 26, 2023
Amir Nematipour has been named Food & Beverage Director of Four Seasons Resort Lanai, overseeing all food and beverage operations for the Forbes Five Star and AAA Five Diamond Hawaiian resort. Nematipour was recently promoted to the role from his position of Executive Chef at the oceanfront property. Prior to Lanai, he served in several kitchens in Los Angeles, including Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, along with hotels in the Middle East and Europe. “We are so pleased to welcome Amir into this role, a new chapter for him,” says Alastair McAlpine, General Manager of Four Seasons Resorts Lanai. “His culinary posi...
