Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Crestline Promotes Two Members to Executive Team
Crestline Hotels & Resorts | February 9, 2022
FAIRFAX, VA – February 9, 2022 – Crestline Hotels & Resorts, LLC (“Crestline”) announced today the promotion of two members of its executive team. Aaron Olson assumes the role of Executive Vice President of Operations and Carolee Moore to Senior Vice President of Revenue Strategy. “Aaron and Carolee are exemplary dedicated executives who have been instrumental in the growth of our company and its ongoing success,” said James Carroll, President & CEO of Crestline Hotels & Resorts. “Aaron’s ability to pivot to adjust hotel operations, and champion care for our front-line teams, has resulted in performance ...
UniFocus Announces Moneesh Arora as Chief Executive Officer
UniFocus | February 9, 2022
Workforce management provider positions itself for growth with the appointment of a new CEO with extensive experience in human capital management. DALLAS, TX — February 9, 2022 — UniFocus, a leading workforce management platform, announced today that Moneesh Arora will be joining the team as the company’s Chief Executive Officer. Mark Heymann will continue to serve as Founder and Board Director as he focuses on strategic initiatives, new growth markets and innovations that continue to push UniFocus’ vision forward. “UniFocus sits at the forefront of one of the biggest crossroads of workforce management in modern history,” says...
Donohoe Hospitality Services Announces Senior Promotions
Donohoe Hospitality Services | February 8, 2022
BETHESDA, MD – February 8, 2022 – Thomas Penny, III, President of Donohoe Hospitality Services, a division of Donohoe, today announced two senior promotions— Cheryl Haughton to vice president, new builds, transitions & major renovations and Michael Golembe to vice president of operations. In her new role, Haughton will be responsible for working in collaboration with Donohoe’s development team on new hotel developments and hotel openings, while overseeing acquisitions and major hotel improvements. Meanwhile, Golembe will be responsible for optimizing the company’s overall portfolio performance. “Donohoe Hospitali...
Starwood Capital Group Names Steve Goldman Managing Director and Head of Hotel Acquisitions for the Americas
Starwood Capital Group | February 7, 2022
MIAMI, FL - February 7, 2022 - Starwood Capital Group ("Starwood Capital"), a global private investment firm focused on real estate and energy investments, today announced that Steve Goldman has rejoined the firm as Managing Director and Head of Hotel Acquisitions for the Americas. In his new role, Mr. Goldman will work closely with Cody Bradshaw, Managing Director and Global Head of Hotel Asset Management, to lead the sourcing, underwriting and acquisition of hotel & leisure investments in the U.S. and drive performance post acquisition. Mr. Goldman began his new role on January 31st. "Steve and I have worked together f...
OMNI PGA Frisco Resort Appoints Jeff Smith as Vice President and Managing Director
Omni PGA Frisco | February 7, 2022
FRISCO, TX – February 7, 2022 – Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce two appointments for the highly anticipated Omni PGA Frisco Resort, Jeff Smith as vice president and managing director, and Gus Tejeda as director of sales & marketing. The resort, slated to open in Spring 2023 in partnership with PGA of America and the City of Frisco, has also just launched its sales efforts for groups and events. Jeff Smith, Vice President and Managing Director Having served over three decades in the hotel industry, and almost 20 at Omni Hotels and Resorts, Smith is a seasoned hospitality veteran and passionate lead...
The Kimpton Journeyman Appoints New Executive Chef Brian Cripps
KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS | February 7, 2022
MILWAUKEE – February 7, 2022 – The Kimpton Journeyman, along with its two restaurants, Tre Rivali and The Outsider, are pleased to announce Brian Cripps as its new executive chef. Growing up in Jacksonville, FL, Chef Brian Cripps love of cooking started at a young age. After a move to California in his early 20’s, he worked as a line cook at Laiola, a Spanish restaurant known for its bold Mediterranean flavors. Cripps’ culinary training continued as he honed his skills through Michelin-star restaurant experience. After working in San Francisco until 2011, he moved Providence, RI for a position at Gracie’s before heading to Los Ang...
New Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa Appoints Patrick de Staercke as General Manager
February 7, 2022
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa, the newest addition to The Emerald Collection and proud member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is delighted to announce the appointment of Patrick de Staercke as General Manager. De Staercke will oversee all operations at Emerald Faarufushi as it prepares to open on June 30, 2022. With his appointment comes news that the resort is now available for bookings. The second Maldivian property in family-owned The Emerald Collection is set on a seven-hectare private island in the archipelago’s Raa Atoll, just 20-minutes by boat from sister property Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa. With the continuing ris...
Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas Appoints New Executive Chef Tony France
February 7, 2022
Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas has appointed Tony France as the Resort’s first new Executive Chef in more than two decades. His responsibilities include oversight of the expansive property’s four restaurants and bars including the signature restaurant LAW and watering hole OUTLAW Taproom, Four Seasons Golf and Sports Club members only dining outlets, private dining, in-room dining and banquet operations for 84,000 square feet (7,800 square metres) of meeting and event space. “My goal is to make this property a destination where people want to come just to experience the food and beverage,” says T...
Nicolas Dubort Appointed as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C.
Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. | February 3, 2022
Hong Kong – February 3, 2022 – Seasoned hotelier Nicolas Dubort has been appointed as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Washington D.C. In his new role, Mr. Dubort will oversee all aspects of the 373-room property along with the hotel’s luxury Spa, dining outlets, and catering and events. With over 25 years of hospitality experience Mr. Dubort has worked for top hotels around the world including Hotel Bel-Air and The Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles, The Dorchester in London, The Peninsula Chicago, Le Bristol in Paris, and Four Seasons Philadelphia. Mr. Dubort is not new to Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group having served as...
The Valley Hotel Appoints Jason Logan as New Executive Chef
THE VALLEY HOTEL | February 3, 2022
HOMEWOOD, AL – February 3, 2022 –The Valley Hotel, boutique hotel in the heart of Homewood, Ala. and Valor Hospitality Partners announced today the appointment of Jason Logan as executive chef to lead the property’s dining concepts and culinary team. In his new role, Chef Logan will spearhead all culinary operations at the 129-room property, overseeing Ironwood Kitchen + Cocktails, The Terrace Bar and The Valley Coffee Co., the property’s three on-site food and beverage options. With over 10 years of industry experience, Chef Logan will play a pivotal role in the culinary operations while working with his team to create the u...
Waterford Hotel Group Welcomes New Management Team at The Williams Inn
The Williams Inn | February 3, 2022
WATERFORD, CT – February 3, 2022 – Waterford Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Mark Graham as General Manager and Megan Hajduk as Director of Sales and Marketing of The Williams Inn in Williamstown, MA. The 64-room inn is managed by Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel and convention center management firm. As General Manager, Graham is responsible for all aspects of the inn’s operations. He started his hospitality career with Hyatt hotels in Operations and held various positions including Director of Housekeeping at Hyatt Regency Atlanta to Rooms Executive at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Graham joined Waterford Hotel Gro...
The Biltmore Hotel Appoints Chef Thomas Russo as Its Director of Culinary Operations
the Biltmore Hotel | February 3, 2022
CORAL GABLES, FL – February 3, 2022 –The Biltmore Hotel, a national historic landmark located in the heart of Coral Gables, today announced the appointment of Thomas Russo as its Director of Culinary Operations for all restaurant outlets at the acclaimed resort. Having most recently served as an inspector with the Florida Division of Hotel and Restaurants, Chef Russo is an accomplished American Culinary Federation Certified Executive Chef with more than two decades of experience in the hospitality industry. Chef Russo’s prior experience in Florida spans from the Pier House Resort & Caribbean Spa in Key West, and as far north as PGA...
Summit Hotel Properties Announces Retirement of Craig Aniszewski as Chief Operating Officer
Summit Hotel Properties | February 2, 2022
AUSTIN, TX - February 2, 2022 - Summit Hotel Properties, Inc. (NYSE: INN) ("Summit" or the "Company") today announced that Craig J. Aniszewski, its Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, plans to retire from the Company on March 1, 2022. In his 25 years with Summit and its predecessor, Mr. Aniszewski has been integral to the Company's success through his leadership of Summit's operations, design and construction functions. Jonathan P. Stanner, the Company's President and Chief Executive Officer, noted, "I want to sincerely thank Craig for his tremendous contributions to our growth and success over the years and wish him t...
EOS Hospitality Appoints Jennifer Collins as Executive Vice President of Operations
EOS Hospitality | February 2, 2022
New York, NY – February 2, 2022 – EOS Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Collins as Executive Vice President of Operations. As a purpose-driven leader with a proven track record across a wide range of sectors, Collins will lead hospitality operations and help guide EOS Hospitality hotels to create impact financially, experientially and socially. “We are proud to welcome Jennifer Collins to the EOS Community,” said Jonathan Wang, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, EOS Hospitality. “Her deep knowledge of the hospitality industry, combined with her successful leadership ex...
Davidson Hospitality Group Appoints Lance Tucker as New Chief Financial Officer
Davidson Hospitality Group | February 2, 2022
ATLANTA, GA – February 2, 2022 – Leading hospitality management company Davidson Hospitality Group has appointed Lance Tucker as Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Tucker will be tasked with overseeing budgetary planning and cost management in alignment with the company’s long-term strategy, developing tools and analytical systems to create value and optimize organizational performance against annual budgets, and assisting in the establishment of yearly financial objectives. Tucker will report directly to Davidson’s Chief Executive Officer & President Thom Geshay. He will also be responsible for engaging the board finan...
Eugénie Béziat Named Chef at L’Espadon at The Ritz Paris
the Ritz Paris | February 2, 2022
Paris, France – February 2, 2022 – The Ritz Paris announces the arrival of Eugénie Béziat as Chef at L’Espadon, starting April 1st, 2022. In the months ahead, she will work on a new menu and concept for the space, which is now closed and will reopen in its exciting new incarnation in the last quarter of 2022. Born in Gabon, Eugénie Béziat spent her entire childhood in Africa, an experience that is reflected in her modern, creative cuisine based on unexpected and refined associations. After earning a BTS Hôtellerie Restauration diploma in Toulouse, in 2006, she embarked on her career as a commis in the kitchen at Michel Guérard...
Adam Arencibia Appointed Executive Chef at Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis
HYATT CENTRIC BEALE STREET MEMPHIS | February 2, 2022
Memphis, TN – February 2, 2022 – Adam Arencibia has been named executive chef at Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis. In this leadership role, Chef Arencibia will oversee the hotel’s culinary program by curating enticing menus and a distinctive dining experience for the hotel’s signature restaurant CIMAS, CIMAS Lobby Lounge and rooftop bar, Beck & Call. Chef Arencibia brings over 15 years of culinary knowledge and experience to his new position of executive chef. Prior to joining the Hyatt Centric Beale Street Memphis team, Arencibia worked as the executive chef partner of Memphis’ The Capital Grille, where he successfully overs...
HRI Lodging Appoints Michael Klein as General Manager at The Eliza Jane
The Unbound Collection by Hyatt | February 2, 2022
NEW ORLEANS, LA - February 2, 2022 -HRI Lodging announces the appointment of Michael Klein as General Manager at The Eliza Jane, a luxury boutique hotel in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt. With a storied past as a printing house and bitters factory, The Eliza Jane is a reimagined historic hotel that doubles as an architectural and economic heirloom for the city of New Orleans. With over 20 years of hospitality leadership experience, Klein will oversee the property’s 196 guestrooms including 50 suites, two food & beverage outlets, fitness center, lush garden courtyard, and more than 1,700-square-feet of multi-purpose event space. Mos...
Ilana Kadoche Joins Hall Arts Hotel Team as Director of Food and Beverage
HALL ARTS HOTEL | February 2, 2022
HALL Arts Hotel, a Curio Collection by Hilton property managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, today announced the appointment of Ilana Kadoche as its new Director of Food and Beverage. In her new role, Kadoche will not only oversee all food and beverage operations for HALL Arts Hotel but will also serve as the General Manager of Ellie’s, the art-filled eatery located within the hotel. “We couldn’t be more pleased to welcome Ilana to our team as the Director of Food and Beverage,” said Ginger Martin, General Manager of HALL Arts Hotel. “Her extensive industry knowledge and robust background will undoubtedly be an asset as...
Saint Lucia Tourism Authority Appoints Lorine Charles-St. Jules as Chief Executive Officer
Saint Lucia | February 1, 2022
CASTRIES, SAINT LUCIA – February 1, 2022 – The Board of Directors of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority has appointed Mrs. Lorine Charles-St. Jules to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective February 1, 2022. With more than two decades of tourism and leadership experience, Mrs. Charles-St. Jules has achieved significant success in the hospitality sector and most recently served as USA Account Manager for the Anguilla Tourist Board. She has been CEO of global marketing agency PEAEYE7 Marketing International for five years, handling business development and luxury resort marketing throughout the Caribbean, the U.S. and C...
Highgate Appoints Mark Pandaleon as General Manager of Smyth Tribeca
Highgate | February 1, 2022
NEW YORK, NY – February 1, 2022 – Smyth Tribeca, the newly opened independent neighborhood hotel in the heart of TriBeCa, announced today that Mark Pandaleon has been appointed General Manager. Managed by Highgate, Smyth Tribeca is a stylish destination for business, leisure and family travel with versatile quarters suited for a variety of guests. With more than 15 years of New York City hotel management experience, Pandaleon has a deep understanding for the hotel business from both front and back of house roles. He joins the Smyth Tribeca team from Highgate-managed Stewart Hotel, where he started as Director of Housekeeping and ultim...
John D’Angelo Appointed as General Manager for Grand Hyatt Vail
Grand Hyatt Vail | February 1, 2022
Vail, CO – February 1, 2022 – Grand Hyatt Vail, Vail’s premier luxury ski-in/ski-out resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of John D’Angelo as general manager. A seasoned hotel executive, D’Angelo brings proven expertise, caring leadership and enthusiasm to Grand Hyatt Vail. Joining Grand Hyatt Vail with over 20 years of leadership experience within the global Hyatt Hotels team, D’Angelo is no stranger to the hospitality industry. Before joining Grand Hyatt Vail, D’Angelo spent several years in various executive positions across Hyatt properties nationwide including serving on the executive committee for Manchester...
The Nines, A Luxury Collection Hotel Welcomes Dragan Andrejic as General Manager
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust | February 1, 2022
Portland, OR – February 1, 2022 – The Nines, A Luxury Collection, Portland, is pleased to announce Dragan Andrejic as the hotel’s new general manager. In this position, Andrejic is responsible for all aspects of the hotel’s day-to-day operations, long-term success of the hotel in the Portland community and ensuring a superior guest experience. “I am beyond thrilled to welcome a dynamic leader like Dragan to the team at The Nines,” said Dani Stern, vice president of the Premier Collection – West for Sage Hotel Management, a Sage Hospitality Group company, which operates the hotel. “Dragan brings the expertise and dr...
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa Appoints Paige Lund as General Manager
JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa | February 1, 2022
PHOENIX, AZ – February 1, 2022 – JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Paige Lund to the role of general manager of the luxurious resort set on 316 acres of sweeping Sonoran Desert. As a seasoned hospitality and luxury hotel professional, Lund brings more than 25 years of experience to her new role at the resort celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Prior to joining the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort team, Lund was the general manager of another Arizona favorite, JW Marriott Scottsdale Camelback Inn Resort & Spa. She graciously embodies the spirit and tenacity of...
