Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
The Westin Rishikesh Resort & Spa Appoints Rohit Chhokar as Director of Sales and Marketing
Westin Hotels & Resorts | December 21, 2022
National, 21 December 2022: The Westin Rishikesh Resort & Spa, the first Westin branded property in the Himalayas, has announced the appointment of Rohit Chhokar as Director of Sales and Marketing. With over 14 years of expertise in innovating and implementing strategies in the hospitality industry, Rohit will be focusing on optimizing the resort’s revenue performance as well as establishing the brand’s positioning of being the most versatile and preferred resort in the Himalayas. With the new position, Rohit will be instrumental in implementing strategies to enhance the brand reputation by driving innovative campaigns. Being a s...
Proper Hospitality Appoints Manuel Portillo as Executive Chef of Hotel June
Proper Hospitality | December 21, 2022
[Los Angeles, 21st December, 2022] Proper Hospitality today announces the appointment of Chef Manuel Portillo as Executive Chef at Hotel June’s flagship property in West LA. Hotel June is an award-winning boutique lifestyle hotel launched in 2020 by Proper Hospitality (Proper Hotels, Hotel June, The Collective), sharing all the hallmarks of the Proper brand - high-design, innovative food & beverage offerings and a best-in-class guest experience - in an approachable, casual setting. Hotel June’s renowned food & beverage program brings a Cal-Mex flair to locally-sourced ingredients and seasonal produce. With this appointment, Portil...
Hawaii’s Fairmont Orchid Appoints Isabel Chung as New Executive Chef
Fairmont Orchid | December 20, 2022
KOHALA COAST (HAWAI‘I) – DECEMBER 20, 2022 – Fairmont Orchid, a luxury resort along the pristine Kohala Coast of Hawai‘i Island, is pleased to announce the appointment of Isabel Chung as the resort’s Executive Chef as of December 5, 2022. Chung will oversee all creative and strategic initiatives of the property’s culinary operations, including the fine dining, AAA Four Diamond restaurant, Brown’s Beach House. “Chef Chung is an unbridled food enthusiast whose passion for sharing fresh, local cuisine can be tasted in every bite she prepares,” shares Fairmont Orchid General Manager, Charles Head. “Her focus on sourcing su...
The Balmoral Appoints Paul Hart as Executive Chef
The Balmoral | December 20, 2022
The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Edinburgh announced that Paul Hart will take appointment as the hotel’s new Executive Chef. With over 28 years of culinary experience, Paul joins The Balmoral from his position as Culinary Development Partner at Gleneagles and formerly Executive Head Chef of The Scotsman Hotel. Prior to these posts, Paul worked in other top restaurants including the Michelin-starred Moody Goose Restaurant in Bath and the four AA Red Star Cringletie House Hotel in Peebles and gained the esteemed accolade of three AA rosettes for The Old Course Hotel's à la carte restaurant as Head Chef. Executive Chef Paul Hart will l...
The Sanctuary Beach Resort Appoints Jonathan Rodriguez as New Executive Chef
The Sanctuary Beach Resort | December 20, 2022
MARINA, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2022) – The Sanctuary Beach Resort, a treasured Independent Collection ® Hotels & Resorts property, today announced the appointment of its new executive chef, Jonathan Rodriguez. A seasoned professional, Rodriguez brings more than a decade of experience to his role, where he is tasked with ushering in the next era of culinary excellence at the serene Central California resort. “Dining at The Sanctuary Beach Resort is an integral part of the property experience for both locals and guests and welcoming a culinary leader with the passion and capabilities that Chef Rodriguez has allowed us to take our offering...
Nathan Sporbert Named New General Manager at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, UT
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants | December 20, 2022
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City, a downtown property that sits at the base of the white-capped Wasatch Mountains, announces the hire of Nathan Sporbert as its new general manager. Sporbert brings eight years of diverse industry experience with him, with his most recent role serving as the Hotel Manager for the Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix. While he is a familiar face to the Kimpton brand – having worked for several other properties, including opening the Kimpton St. George in Toronto, Kimpton La Peer in West Hollywood, and the Kimpton Aertson in Nashville – he also brings a wealth of knowledge of the hospitality industry. Spor...
AHLA Announces Key Promotions Among Leadership Team
AHLA | December 19, 2022
WASHINGTON (Dec. 19, 2022) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced three promotions among its leadership team. Kiersten Pearce was promoted to Senior Vice President, Executive & Strategic Initiatives. In her new role, Pearce will shape and develop key industry initiatives and ensure alignment and execution on AHLA’s strategic plan and organizational priorities. She’ll also oversee the coordination of the AHLA Board of Directors, Executive Committee and associated committees, and key operational functions, including legal. Kiersten joined AHLA in 2018 and previously served as AHLA’s Vice President...
Borgo San Vincenzo Appoints Giulio Lombardelli as New Executive Chef
Borgo San Vincenzo | December 19, 2022
MONTEPULCIANO, Italy – Dec. 19, 2022 – Borgo San Vincenzo, Tuscany’s newest luxury boutique hotel has appointed Giulio Lombardelli as its new executive chef and Francesco ‘Franky’ Bonauguro as beverage manager. Together, they will lead the hotel’s food and beverage team and enhance the hotel’s overall dining experience for guests. Originally from Montepulciano, Lombardelli has more than six years of experience in fine dining and luxury hospitality having worked at culinary industry-leading hotels on the Adriatic and Tyrrhenian coasts, including Riva degli Etruschi in San Vincenzo, Livorno, the Hotel Admiral Palace in Chi...
David Kianni Appointed General Manager of Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo Panama Opening in January
Sofitel Legend | December 15, 2022
Sofitel Legend, the renowned French heritage hotel brand, part of world-leading hospitality group Accor, is proud to announce the appointment of David Kianni as General Manager of Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo Panama, the brand’s first hotel in the North & Central America region. In his new role, Kianni will lead with the same passion and confidence he is known for across the hospitality industry, overseeing all aspects of Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo Panama and ensuring it becomes a must-visit destination for travelers from around the world. “We’re thrilled to welcome David Kianni as General Manager of Sofitel Legend Casco Viejo...
The Galt House Hotel Announces Kendall Linhart as Executive Chef
The Galt House Hotel | December 15, 2022
LOUISVILLE, KY – December 15, 2022 – The Galt House Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Kendall Linhart as its new Executive Chef. Linhart debuts his new title after five years since joining The Galt House Hotel’s culinary team in 2017. A true Kentucky local, Linhart possesses a unique expertise in Southern flavors – honoring the classic and nostalgic feelings evoked by tried and true American cuisine. Drawing from a bold curiosity and vast culinary abilities, Linhart has continued to be an integral part of the success of The Galt House Hotel’s evolving culinary program. Possessing an admirable and respectable backgr...
The Westin Rishikesh Resort & Spa Appoints Amardeep Singh as General Manager
Westin Hotels & Resorts | December 15, 2022
National, 15 December 2022: The Westin Rishikesh Resort & Spa, one of the most iconic resorts in Marriott International’s diverse portfolio in India, has announced the appointment of Amardeep Singh as its General Manager. Amardeep will be responsible for spearheading the resort launch, managing finance performance, guest engagement & relationships. A seasoned hotelier with over two decades of extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Amardeep will be responsible for strategically building the hotel’s vision of being the most preferred and versatile destination in the Himalayas. Having shouldered key responsibilities ...
Antonio Bugarin Appointed General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills | December 15, 2022
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. – December 15, 2022 – The five-star Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, located in the heart of Beverly Hills, announces the promotion of Antonio Bugarin to general manager. Prior to his recent appointment, Bugarin served as the property's hotel manager for nearly five years. At the helm of a team of world-class hospitality professionals, Bugarin now oversees all operations at the 170-room luxury property including the three dining outlets Jean-Georges Beverly Hills, The Rooftop by JG, and the Lobby Lounge along with the renowned La Prairie Spa, the only La Prairie spa in California. A seasoned hotelier, Bugar...
Victor Krensler Appointed General Manager of La Fonda Heritage Hotel, Marbella
Relais & Châteaux | December 15, 2022
MARBELLA, SPAIN, 15 December 2022 –Victor Krensler has been appointed General Manager of the upcoming La Fonda Heritage Hotel, Marbella, an emblematic landmark featuring architecture from the 16th century and understated modern elegance. The stylish boutique hotel will be opening this winter in the heart of the historic Casco Antiguo, becoming the first Relais & Châteaux hotel in Andalusia, Spain, an association known for its pursuit of excellence and its desire to promote the richness and diversity of the world’s culinary and hospitality traditions. Most of their properties are historic landmarks in beautiful settings offering ex...
Longtime Boar’s Head Resort Bellman Retires After 41 Years
Boar's Head Resort | December 14, 2022
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA: Dec. 14, 2022 – With more than 40 years under his belt, Jerome Ix, the longtime bellman for Boar’s Head Resort, is stepping into retirement. Ix has been a fixture at the resort since 1981, and his last day will be Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022. Prior to Ix’s arrival at Boar’s Head, he worked a short stint as a dishwasher at Farmington Country Club, tended to the now defunct local ice rink in town and pumped gas at a fuel station where Bellaire Market currently resides. For the first eight-and-a-half years at the resort, Ix worked in security, but he spent his remaining tenure behind the bell stand where he eagerly g...
Grand Hyatt Vail Appoints Miki Hirakawa as Spa Director
Grand Hyatt Vail | December 14, 2022
Vail, CO. (December 14, 2022) – Grand Hyatt Vail, Vail’s premier ski-in/ski-out resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Miki Hirakawa as spa director. A seasoned spa executive, Hirakawa brings proven expertise, caring leadership and enthusiasm to Grand Hyatt Vail. Joining Grand Hyatt Vail with over 18 years of spa experience within the global Hyatt Hotels team, Hirakawa is no stranger to the hospitality industry. Hirakawa started her Hyatt career at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki as a licensed aesthetician and later moved to the Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa for corporate management training. In 2013, Hirakawa tran...
Fenway Hotel in Dunedin, Florida Appoints Clayton Parrett as New Executive Chef
Fenway Hotel | December 14, 2022
DUNEDIN, Fla. (Dec. 14, 2022) – Fenway Hotel in Dunedin, Florida, announced today the appointment of Clayton Parrett as its new Executive Chef. Parrett will direct daily culinary operations at the hotel’s signature HEW Parlor & Chophouse and Hi-Fi Rooftop Bar. He will also oversee food and beverage operations for meetings, corporate events, local catering functions and special occasions in the hotel’s 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. “Chef Clayton brings a wonderful mix of culinary creativity and southern Creole influences to Dunedin,” said Adam Duffey, general manager of Fenway Hotel. “We’re excited t...
Groups360 Onboards New Technology Leadership to Scale Its GroupSync Solution for the Hospitality and Events Industries
Groups360 | December 13, 2022
Shane Husband becomes Groups360’s senior vice president of technology following the launch of instant booking for group guest rooms and meeting spaces for leading global hospitality brands NASHVILLE, Tenn., December 13, 2022 – Shane Husband joins Groups360 as senior vice president of technology, leading the company’s technology and operations forward at its corporate headquarters. The hire follows Groups360’s launch of real-time group rates and GroupSync™ Instant Booking across nearly 8,000 hotels including Hilton Hotels, Omni Hotels and Resorts, Marriott International, and selected IHG Hotel properties. Husband is a senior tech...
Arch Amenities Group Appoints Blake Feeney as Vice President of Development, Spa
Arch Amenities Group | December 13, 2022
ROCKVILLE, Md., Dec. 13, 2022 -- Arch Amenities Group, a full-service global provider of wellness, amenity and meeting services for commercial and residential properties, hotels and private clubs, today announced the appointment of Blake Feeney, a luxury spa industry veteran, as vice president of development, spa. Feeney comes to Arch with more than 20 years of experience in spa operations and business development. He will be responsible for developing industry relationships to expand Arch's existing portfolio of 200-plus client partners in wellness, recreation and amenities. In addition to generating new business, he will oversee s...
IHG Appoints Michael Glover as Chief Financial Officer
IHG Hotels & Resorts | December 13, 2022
InterContinental Hotels Group ("IHG") [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today announces the appointment of Michael Glover as Chief Financial Officer. Michael will take up his new position and become an Executive Director of IHG’s Board and a member of IHG’s Executive Committee with effect from 20 March 2023. Michael has been with IHG for 18 years and currently serves as Chief Financial Officer of the Americas and Group Head of Commercial Finance. He succeeds Paul Edgecliffe-Johnson who, in October, announced his intention to pursue an opportunity outside IHG after 19 years of service. Paul will step down from his role and the IHG Board effect...
Hilton Appoints John Kukreja as General Manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center, Opening Summer 2023
Hilton | December 13, 2022
ABILENE, Texas – (December 13, 2022) – Hilton announced today the appointment of John Kukreja as general manager of the new DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center. Expected to open in summer 2023, the 200-room DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center will offer the most hotel meeting space in the city, with more than 17,000 square feet of meeting space, including a ballroom that can accommodate more than 1,000 guests. A hospitality veteran with more than 30 years of experience, Kukreja has held positions in top hotels and restaurants from coast to coast. He served as rooms manager at Trump Tower in New Yo...
Aman Appoints Olivier Lordonnois as Managing Director of Aman New York
Aman | December 13, 2022
December 13, 2022 - Aman is pleased to announce the appointment of Olivier Lordonnois as Managing Director of Aman New York. Olivier joins the company with over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry across both hotels and private members clubs. Beginning his career at the illustrious Hôtel de Crillon as a trainee in 1994, Olivier has gained an in-depth understanding of hotel operations having held leadership positions at several prestigious hotels as General Manager for Hôtel Costes and Hotel de la Trémoille in Paris, as well as The Mark Hotel in New York. In 2019, Olivier moved into the private members club space where he ...
Virgin Hotels Appoints Martin Sinclair as Corporate Director of Operations, North America
Virgin Hotels | December 13, 2022
Miami, FL (December 13, 2022) — Virgin Hotels, the luxury-lifestyle hotel brand by Sir Richard Branson, is pleased to welcome Martin Sinclair as Corporate Director of Operations, North America. Based in Miami, Sinclair will be responsible for ensuring an enhanced guest experience that provides elevated hospitality services across the entire Virgin Hotels portfolio. He will craft innovative strategies to excel the performance of the Virgin Hotels brand. Prior to Virgin Hotels, Martin led high-performing teams at ten Four Seasons hotels and resorts in seven countries: Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Singapore, and St. Kitt...
Kimpton Reveals Name of First On-Campus Hotel, The Forum Hotel at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business in Charlottesville
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants | December 13, 2022
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (December 13, 2022) – Today, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts' Luxury & Lifestyle Collection, announced the name of its first on-campus hotel, The Forum Hotel at the University of Virginia Darden School of Business in Charlottesville, and the appointment of its leader, General Manager Kelly Brown. Set to open in spring 2023 on the Goodwin Family Grounds of the Darden School, The Forum Hotel will reflect the vibrant atmosphere and purpose-driven culture of the Darden community by creating a dynamic meeting place for students, alumni, faculty and guests. The Forum is now taking reserva...
Cote Family Destinations Appoints Matthew Conn as Director of Food and Beverage for Grand View Lodge
Grand View Lodge | December 12, 2022
NISSWA, MINN. (December 12, 2022) – Cote Family Destinations is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Conn as the new director of food and beverage at Grand View Lodge Spa and Golf Resort. Located two hours north of Minneapolis, the resort offers nine restaurants across the 750-acre property, including signature steakhouse CHAR, and several popular annual culinary and wine events, including the upcoming de’Vine, which brings together wine industry leaders for a weekend of tastings, culinary classes, wine seminars and specialty dinners, scheduled for February 10-12, 2023. With nearly two decades of experience in the industry,...
