Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina Appoints Marcos Seville as Executive Chef
Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina | November 30, 2022
SAN DIEGO – Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina is pleased to announce the appointment of Marcos Seville to new executive chef. Seville most recently served as resort executive chef at the prestigious Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples, Florida, where he helmed a team of 10 chefs, 45 cooks and 20 stewards. In his new position, Seville will oversee all operational duties at the resort’s dining venues located in the heart of San Diego Harbor, including Harbor’s Edge, Shoreline Cantina, Marina Market, Quinn’s Ale House, Bay Tower Lounge and for food and beverage menus for the resort’s collaboration with Brewery X Harbor Island...
Innisbrook Resort Appoints Gilbert Bolivar as Director of Food and Beverage
Salamander Hotels & Resorts | November 29, 2022
TAMPA BAY, FLORIDA (November 29, 2022) – Innisbrook, A Salamander Resort, in Tampa Bay announces the appointment of Gilbert Bolivar as Director of Food and Beverage. In this role, he will oversee the operations of the expansive resort’s food and beverage outlets including Packard’s Steakhouse, Market Salamander Grille, Turnberry Pub, The Grill at Loch Ness, and Fairways Coffee Bar. In addition, he will oversee the resort’s extensive banquet operations. A seasoned hospitality professional, Bolivar has more than two decades of leadership experience in the development of opening and operating hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, casinos a...
Vik Retreats Appoints Massimiliano Lombardi as Managing Director of Galleria Vik Milano
November 29, 2022
Galleria Vik Milano is pleased to announce the appointment of Massimiliano Lombardi as Managing Director. A seasoned and respected leader, Massimiliano joins Galleria Vik Milano with over twenty-five years of hospitality experience. “I am thrilled to be joining the team at Galleria Vik Milano,” stated Massimiliano Lombardi. “Our iconic hotel is unlike any other in Milan, affording guests the rare opportunity to live in an art and design hotel within a historical monument dating back to the 19th century. I look forward to leading our dedicated team and ensuring we provide guests with the exceptional experience for which Vik Retreats i...
The Georgian, Santa Monica Appoints Leadership Team Ahead of Reopening
The Georgian | November 29, 2022
[Los Angeles, California | November 29, 2022] - Rob Ciancimino and Melissa Volpert have been appointed to Managing Director and Director of Sales and Marketing, respectively at The Georgian; the soon-to-reopen historic hotel located on Ocean Avenue. Set to unveil in January 2023, The Georgian has been a fixture of the Southern California coastline since it first opened in 1933 under the leadership of the renowned female hotelier, Rosamond Borde. Seeing several iterations over the years, regular guests to the hotel and historic restaurant, the Red Griffin (and later The Georgian Room), ranged from Hollywood stars Charlie Chaplin, Clark Gable...
Mark Pierce Joins UrVenue as VP of Finance
UrVenue | November 29, 2022
Pioneer of PXMS technology for hotels, resorts and casinos continues to expand its executive team in preparation for nonstop growth and success LAS VEGAS, Nev., November 29, 2022 — UrVenue, pioneer of hospitality industry’s first official Property Experience Management System (PXMS), names Mark Pierce VP of Finance. With more than 25 years of progressive finance and accounting experience in both the public and private sectors, Pierce is tasked with increasing profit margins and managing cash flow for the rapidly growing technology company that monetizes experienced-based inventory outside of rooms via its newly launched UV Enterprise s...
Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Doonbeg Appoints Ian Chambers as Executive Head Chef
November 23, 2022
DOONBEG – Nov. 23, 2022 – Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Doonbeg are delighted to announce the appointment of Ian Chambers as Executive Head Chef. Ian is an experienced Executive Chef with over 25 years of experience working in 5 star luxury hotel brands, cruise ships and Michelin star restaurants in the Middle East, UK, Ireland and South East Asia. In his own words; “A few of my career highlights over the past 25 years have included been being part of the team and gaining our fourth rosette when I was working in Chapter One. Working in conjunction with Celebrity Chefs Nobu and Jon Ashton while working with Crystal Cruise...
The Westin Riverwalk, San Antonio Appoints Ron Mays as Executive Chef
November 23, 2022
SAN ANTONIO – Nov. 23, 2022 – San Antonio’s luxury landmark, The Westin Riverwalk, proudly announces the appointment of Ron Mays as Executive Chef, adding to its distinguished dining team. In this role, Mays will utilize his wealth of knowledge, creativity and enthusiasm to oversee all culinary direction and operation for the hotel and its refined eateries, Zocca Cuisine D’Italia, Cafecito Café, the Pool Bar, In-Room Dining,and a robust banquet and catering program. Mays brings more than 20+ years of specific focus in the luxury high volume hospitality segment combined with robust experiences spanning the US and beyon...
Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa Appoints Jerry Gibson as General Manager
Marriott Hotels | November 22, 2022
HONOLULU, HI. (November 22, 2022)–Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa today announces the appointment of Jerry Gibson as general manager of the reimagined oceanfront resort, which last year completed a multi-million-dollar transformation. Gibson joins the team at an exciting time as the resort prepares to debut its newly rebranded Crown Suite collection and accompanying experiences that will invite guests to rediscover the landmark Oahu property in 2023. “As a veteran of Hawaii’s unique hospitality industry with over four decades of experience, Jerry is an invaluable addition to our team who understands Hawaiian culture and its r...
Hay Creek Hotels Names Tammi Johnson as Spa Manager of Hotel Hartness Opening Winter 2023
Hay Creek Hotels | November 18, 2022
(Exeter, H.H.) — Hay Creek Hotels is delighted to announce Spa H, a full-service spa located within the forthcoming Hotel Hartness in Greenville, South Carolina, and the appointment of Tammi Johnson as spa manager. Situated within the 449-acre award-winning Hartness community, Hotel Hartness will offer an idyllic retreat in proximity to downtown Greenville. Managed by Hay Creek Hotels, the property, as well as Spa H, is set to open winter 2023. Newly appointed spa manager Tammi Johnson will be responsible for managing operations for Spa H. Johnson previously held the position of assistant spa director at the esteemed Old Edwards Inn ...
Noble House Appoints Maria Hamilton as General Manager for Iconic Inn on Fifth in Naples, Florida
Inn on Fifth & Club Level Suites | November 18, 2022
NAPLES, Fla. (Nov. 18, 2022) – The Inn on Fifth & Club Level Suites, a Noble House Hotels & Resorts property, located in the heart of downtown Naples, Florida, proudly announces the appointment of Maria Hamilton as General Manager. In her new role, Hamilton will be responsible for managing day-to-day operations, including sales and marketing, food and beverage, hiring and training of new staff, and guest and employee satisfaction at the iconic 119-room boutique hotel. “As an accomplished hotel veteran and dedicated member of the Noble House family, Maria is ideally suited to manage the luxurious Inn on Fifth, one of our newest ...
Prominence Hospitality Group Appoints New Key Leadership to Its Hotel Teams
November 17, 2022
CHICAGO (Nov. 17, 2022) – Prominence Hospitality Group, an emergent real estate investment, development, and hotel management company based in Chicago, proudly announces new key leadership to its hotel teams. Jack Jones joins as a new area director of sales for the Pennsylvania region, Alain Lorminier as the general manager of Avid Hotels Zeeland and Jason Wilcox is promoted to the general manager role at Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia-Valley Forge. With impressive resumes, the three new leadership members are key as Prominence continues to broaden its management portfolio. "The experience, dedication and talent each of these g...
Sage Hospitality Names Colin Bennett as Area Director of Sales & Marketing Overseeing The Maven Hotel & The Rally Hotel
Sage Hospitality Group | November 17, 2022
Denver, CO (Nov 17, 2022) – Sage Hospitality Group is pleased to announce that Colin Bennett is now serving as the Area Director of Sales & Marketing overseeing The Maven Hotel at Dairy Block and The Rally Hotel at McGregor Square in downtown Denver. Both The Maven and The Rally were honored in the Travel + Leisure 2022 World’s Best Awards as two of the 5 Best Hotels in Denver. With more than 20 years of hospitality industry experience, Bennett was part of the Sage Hospitality family for nearly four years at the JW Marriott Denver Cherry Creek - now Hotel Clio, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Denver Cherry Creek - rising to...
Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth Appoints William Numa as New General Manager
Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf | November 17, 2022
GUSTAVIA, St. Barth (November 17, 2022) – Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth is pleased to announce the appointment of William Numa as the new General Manager of the boutique hotel. The property is one of the Barrière Group’s flagship properties and opened October 2020. In his role, Numa will oversee the entire hotel including the 21 suites and bungalows, famed Fouquet’s restaurant with a menu created by three-star Michelin Chef Pierre Gagnaire, Spa Diane Barrière, Shellona Restaurant and Shell Beach along with its team members to ensure the best experience for guests. “We are thrilled to welcome William Numa to t...
Catbird Appoints Jared Johnson as Director of Sales and Marketing
Catbird | November 17, 2022
DENVER – Nov. 17, 2022 – Catbird announces the appointment of Jared Johnson as director of sales and marketing. Johnson brings nearly 20 years of valuable experience developing sales, marketing, revenue and guest service concepts and strategies to drive rooms and events revenue to the independent RiNo Art District hotel by Sage Hospitality Group. “We are excited to welcome Jared to our team,” says Courtney Griffith, Catbird general manager. “His experience working with many respected operators in the lifestyle hotel space is an invaluable addition to our sales and marketing team at Catbird.” Prior to joining the team at Catbir...
Epicurean Atlanta Appoints Henry Tapia as New Executive Chef
Epicurean Atlanta | November 16, 2022
ATLANTA (Nov. 16, 2022) – Epicurean Atlanta welcomes Chef Henry Tapia as its new executive chef. As an opening chef during the food-focused hotel’s inception, Tapia returns in his new role to oversee all culinary operations at the property, including three dining concepts and 11,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. “Working with Epicurean Atlanta to open its doors was such an honor, so being able to come back and now spearhead the culinary team is an exciting opportunity,” said Executive Chef Henry Tapia of Epicurean Atlanta. “Each outlet is known for its delicious dishes and attention to detail, and I look forward ...
Outrigger Resorts & Hotels Appoints Leadership at Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort
Outrigger | November 16, 2022
PHUKET, THAILAND – Outrigger Resorts & Hotels has appointed Michael Gaarde-Nielsen General Manager and Rory Campbell Director of Sales and Marketing for the Outrigger Mauritius Beach Resort. Gaarde-Nielsen holds a bachelor’s degree in hospitality management from Oxford Brookes University in England. He will be responsible for all aspects of resort operations, with an eye to maximising commercial performance while delivering best-in-class service culture, host and guest satisfaction. Gaarde-Nielsen has several years of resort leadership experience in Europe, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. He has held general manager positi...
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport Appoints Leon Bolivar as New Director of Marketing
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport | November 16, 2022
BOSTON, MA (November 16, 2022) – Today, Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport is proud to announce the appointment of Leon Bolivar to the position of Director of Marketing. In this role, Bolivar is accountable for promotion and advertising efforts to drive sales and build awareness for Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport, among various other projects. With nearly 20 years of progressive marketing experience, Bolivar joins Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport from Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where he held the position of the Director of Marketing from 2019 to 2022. “Marketing is a team sport, and I am honore...
Extended Stay America Appoints Key Additions to Its Executive Leadership Team
Extended Stay America | November 16, 2022
Charlotte, NC, November 16, 2022 — Extended Stay America announced today the addition of three industry veterans to its Executive Leadership Team in Executive Vice President roles. Elizabeth Uber will join the company as Chief Operating Officer, effective mid-December. In this position, she will be responsible for all company Operational and Asset Management functions. Liz most recently served as Senior Vice President of Operations at Aimbridge Hospitality, where she oversaw a portfolio of 70 hotels. She previous served as a VP of Asset Management at BRE Hotels & Resorts and as SVP, Revenue, Sales, and eCommerce at Pillar Hotels. Mik...
Highgate Appoints Food & Beverage Leadership for NoMo SoHo
NoMo SoHo | November 15, 2022
NEW YORK (November 15, 2022) – NoMo SoHo, owned by real estate and investment firm Sapir Corp Ltd. (“Sapir”) and operated by Highgate, is proud to announce an expansion to their culinary team with the appointments of Iwona Luksza as Director of Food and Beverage and Evan Bergman as Executive Chef. Both will collaborate to elevate the property’s culinary offerings including the famed NoMo Kitchen, the new Rose Garden, the Library Café and will oversee the catering and events department. Iwona Luksza touts over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry with particular emphasis in the Manhattan market. Prior to joining N...
Commonwealth Hotels Appoints Cierra Bickel as Director of Sales and Marketing of the Springhill Suites Cincinnati Midtown
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | November 15, 2022
COVINGTON, Ky., Nov. 15, 2022-- Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Cierra Bickel has been appointed the director of sales and marketing of the Springhill Suites Cincinnati Midtown. Ms. Bickel brings over 10 years of hospitality experience to her new role as director of sales and marketing having previously served as the director of sales for the Holiday Inn Express Cincinnati. "We are delighted to have Cierra 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 th...
Azerai Can Tho Introduces New Executive Chef Bernardo Cabrera
Azerai | November 15, 2022
CAN THO, Vietnam (Nov. 15, 2022) — Azerai Can Tho has appointed a new Executive Chef, Mexican national Bernardo Cabrera, to head the culinary program at one of the Mekong Delta’s most exclusive dining destinations. Cabrera will draw on his past experiences working in three-Michelin-star restaurants Ryu Gin in Japan, where he served under renowned Chef Seiji Yamamoto, and Geranium in Copenhagen, Denmark. The latter was named the No. 1 restaurant in the world in The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022, and Cabrera trained there with celebrated Chef Rasmus Kofoed. In 2018, Cabrera moved to Vietnam, where he joined the culinary team at Amano...
Aimbridge Hospitality Welcomes Patrick Volz as Chief Operating Officer, Global Operations
Aimbridge Hospitality | November 15, 2022
PLANO, Texas, Nov. 15, 2022 — Aimbridge Hospitality, a leading global hospitality company, today introduced hospitality industry veteran Patrick Volz as its Chief Operating Officer, Global Operations. Volz represents the company’s continued investment in assembling a team of proven industry talent and will contribute to Aimbridge Hospitality’s current growth trajectory through strategic development and operational expertise. In this newly created position, Volz will oversee hotel finance, as well as owner relations, brand partnerships, and transitions, while leading Aimbridge Food & Beverage. He will report to Mark Tamis, Aimbrid...
Mirko Marchi Appointed Managing Director of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco
Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco | November 15, 2022
Mirko Marchi has been appointed managing director of Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, the historic Tuscan resort located outside of the Montalcino region. In this role, Marchi will oversee all aspects of the resort, including the two on-property restaurants and spa. As a Tuscan native with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Marchi brings a wealth of expertise to his new position. Prior to joining Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, Marchi worked for Marriott and Hyatt in the U.S. and the Middle East. “After five years of exemplary service at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco, Marchi was the natural choice to take the ...
Arch Amenities Group Appoints Susan Grey as Senior Vice President of Spa
Arch Amenities Group | November 10, 2022
ROCKVILLE, Maryland (Nov. 10, 2022) – Arch Amenities Group, a full-service global provider of amenity management and consulting services for commercial and residential properties, including spas, fitness centers, meetings and events spaces, pools and private clubs, today announced the appointment of Susan Grey as senior vice president of spa. Grey, a global operations leader with more than 20 years of experience in the health, beauty and wellness industry, will be responsible for leading the creation of wellness programs within Arch’s Spa Division and across the organization. She also will collaborate with the senior leadership team on...
