Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Daxton Hotel Returns as an Independently Run Luxury Hotel With Appointment of New Managing Director, Raj Radke
Daxton Hotel | January 19, 2022
BIRMINGHAM, MI - January 19, 2022 - Birmingham’s newest luxury property, the 151-room Daxton Hotel, today announces its return as an independently owned and operated luxury property along with the appointment of its new Managing Director, Raj Radke. Since its opening in April 2021, Daxton Hotel has come to be praised and reckoned as a modern vision of Birmingham luxury brought to life by local entrepreneur and lifelong resident Mark Mitchell, who named the hotel after his son. Now fully owned and operated by Woodward Brown Ventures LLC, a subsidiary of Mitchell Family Office, the hotel and its signature restaurant Madam and the stylish Geod...
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach Names Jaclyn Dawson as Director of Sales
Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach | January 19, 2022
PISMO BEACH, CA – January 19, 2022 – Vespera Resort on Pismo Beach has named Jaclyn Dawson – a sales industry leader most recently with Pacifica Hotels – as its new director of sales. In her new role, Dawson will take charge of developing, overseeing and coordinating all sales initiatives for Vespera, a boutique oceanfront resort in Pismo Beach, Calif. According to David Morneau, general manager for the 124-room resort, Dawson is now a key member of Vespera Resort’s sales and marketing team. “Jaclyn is a dynamic and valuable addition to our team,” Morneau said. “With a full breadth of industry experience, she will be instru...
Donohoe Hospitality Services Names Leticia Proctor Executive Vice President – Sales, Marketing & Revenue Management
Donohoe Hospitality Services | January 19, 2022
BETHESDA, MD – January 19, 2022 – Thomas Penny, III, President of Donohoe Hospitality Services, a division of Donohoe, today announced that Leticia Proctor has been promoted to executive vice president – sales, marketing & revenue management. In her new role, she will oversee marketing, direct sales, catering, revenue management and e-distribution for the company and its hotel portfolio. “Leticia has been instrumental in our growth since she joined us in 2019, assisting with Donohoe’s messaging and outreach efforts with phenomenal success,” Penny said. “She truly is an inspiration to our team, constantly pushing ...
Corinthia Hotels Appoints Alexandra Pisani as New General Manager of Malta’s Iconic Corinthia Palace
Corinthia Hotels | January 19, 2022
New York, NY – January 19, 2022 – Corinthia Hotels has announced an exciting leadership change at their iconic Corinthia Palace in Malta: the appointment of Alexandra Pisani as the Hotel’s new General Manager. The luxury hospitality sector has formed a huge part of Alexandra Pisani’s life. Having grown up around hotels and spent her early years at Corinthia Palace, she received an invaluable education in the quality-of-service that guests have come to expect from all Corinthia hotels. In 1962 the entire Corinthia story started with The Villa “It is such an important time for Corinthia Palace,” says Ms. Pisani. “Aside from al...
Aimbridge Hospitality Promotes Will Loughran to President of Evolution Hospitality
Evolution Hospitality | January 19, 2022
PLANO, TX – January 19, 2022 – Aimbridge Hospitality announced today that executive Will Loughran has been promoted to President of Evolution Hospitality. With over 25 years of global team leadership in hospitality management, Loughran brings diverse experience in corporate leadership to lifestyle and luxury hotels. With a focus in management, marketing, operations and business development, Loughran’s expertise in leading soft branded and independent hotels has been a key component in the expansive growth of Evolution Hospitality, the lifestyle division of Aimbridge Hospitality. During Will’s tenure, Evolution Hospitality has grown...
Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa Appoints New Culinary Leadership Team Ahead of June 2022 Opening
Royal Uno All Inclusive Resort & Spa | January 18, 2022
Cancun, MEXICO – January 18, 2022 – One of the newest family-friendly resorts to open in Cancun, Royal Uno® All Inclusive Resort & Spa announces Leonardo Daniel Trujillo Gómez as its new Executive Chef, and Eduardo García Ramírez as its new Food & Beverage Manager. Royal Uno® is scheduled to open on June 28, 2022, and is the latest luxury resort offering from Mexican tourism pioneers, Royal Resorts®. Originally from the Mexican state of Chiapas, Trujillo has more than 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry-leading international luxury all-inclusive resort brands in the Riviera Maya, Cancu...
JC Hospitality Promotes Chad Brown to Chief Marketing Officer
JC Hospitality LLC | January 18, 2022
LAS VEGAS, NV – January 18, 2021 – JC Hospitality LLC, owner and asset manager of Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, part of Curio Collection by Hilton and private, full-service investment, development and management group, has promoted Chad Brown to Chief Marketing Officer and Chris Cosenza to Senior Vice President of Strategy & Business Development within their corporate leadership team. Chad Brown previously served as the Vice President of Marketing for JC Hospitality LLC, leading the integrated resort marketing team and internal agency for Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. In his new role as Chief Marketing Officer, Mr. Bro...
Gonzalo Rodriguez Fernandez-Diez Appointed General Manager of Puente Romano Beach Resort & Nobu Hotel Marbella
Puente Romano Beach Resort | January 18, 2022
The five-star Puente Romano Beach Resort and Nobu Hotel Marbella welcome Gonzalo Rodríguez Fernández- Díez as General Manager. With over two decades of industry experience, Gonzalo brings with him an in-depth understanding of the hospitality industry and a proven track record in operations, pre-openings, quality of service and achieving top-line results. In his new role, Gonzalo will be responsible for leading both Puente Romano and Nobu Hotel Marbella’s strategic development and customer experience while overseeing all aspects of the resort. On being appointed General Manager, Gonzalo said: “As tourism in Spain sets to make a very...
President & CEO Ken Greene to Depart AAHOA
AAHOA | January 18, 2022
ATLANTA, GA – January 18, 2022 – AAHOA today announced that President & CEO Ken Greene will leave the organization in February to pursue another opportunity. The AAHOA Board of Directors will immediately begin its search for his replacement. Greene was brought on as Interim President & CEO in June of 2021 and dropped the interim title in September. Greene is leaving AAHOA for another career opportunity with IBF Hospitality, headquartered in Dallas, TX, and his last day at AAHOA will be Feb. 11, 2022. “Ken has been instrumental in carrying AAHOA through the past several months, which brought on a lot of change both at AAHOA...
The Gabriel Miami, Curio Collection by Hilton, Appoints Duncan Clements to General Manager
Curio Collection by Hilton | January 17, 2022
MIAMI, FL – January 17, 2022 – The Gabriel Miami, Curio Collection by Hilton, is happy to announce the appointment of Duncan Clements to general manager. In this role, Clements is responsible for driving overall operations and guest satisfaction for the downtown lifestyle hotel’s 129 newly renovated rooms and suites. Clements assumes this position immediately and oversees all aspects of hotel operations. The Gabriel Miami is a cultural hub in Downtown Miami located within close proximity to the city’s main attractions, including museums, beaches, shopping and entertainment venues. The property is also at the epicenter of Miami’s dow...
Salamander Hotels & Resorts Appoints William Ryan as Executive Chef at Innisbrook Resort in Tampa Bay, Florida
Innisbrook, A Salamander Golf & Spa Resort | January 14, 2022
TAMPA BAY, FL – January 14, 2022 – Salamander Hotels & Resorts has appointed William Ryan as the new executive chef at Innisbrook Resort in Tampa Bay. With more than 30 years of experience, Ryan will oversee the resort’s restaurants and bars – including Packard’s Steakhouse and Market Salamander Grille – as well as food and beverage offerings for on-site meetings, catered events and special functions. “We are thrilled to have Chef Ryan join our team,” said Mike Williams, managing director at Innisbrook, A Salamander Resort. “He is passionate about his role, and we know he will lead our culinary team to further...
AHLA Foundation Welcomes New 2022 Board of Trustees
The AHLA Foundation | January 14, 2022
WASHINGTON – January 14, 2022 – The AHLA Foundation today announced its newly elected 2022 Board of Trustees, which features its most diverse board to date and includes industry trailblazers committed to advancing the Foundation’s mission to elevate, educate and empower the hospitality workforce. Tom Bardenett, executive vice president of asset management for RLJ Lodging Trust, will serve as the chairman of the board; Julienne Smith, senior vice president of upscale development and transactions and asset management at IHG Hotels and Resorts will take the role of vice chair; and Anu Saxena, senior vice president and global head of Hilt...
Oxford Capital Group’s LondonHouse Chicago Welcomes Homero Villarreal as Director of Food & Beverage and Rene Garcia as Director of Outlets
LondonHouse Chicago | January 14, 2022
CHICAGO, IL — January 14, 2022 — Magnificent Mile luxury lifestyle hotel LondonHouse Chicago (85 East Wacker Dr.), an Oxford Capital Group property, welcomes new leadership to its food and beverage department in Director of Food & Beverage Homero Villarreal and Director of Outlets Rene Garcia. The two bring nearly 35 years of combined experience in the hospitality industry to LondonHouse and its culinary offerings including LH Rooftop, Bridges Lobby Bar, the catering department, and in-room dining. “Homero and Rene both bring invaluable insight into the culinary industry,” says Juan Leyva, General Manager of LondonHous...
Sensei Names Annika Jackson as General Manager and Michael Conte as Retreat Director for Sensei Porcupine Creek Opening in Fall 2022 in Rancho Mirage,
Sensei | January 14, 2022
Los Angeles, CA – January 14, 2022 – Sensei, the leading wellness brand, has announced the appointment of Annika Jackson as General Manager and Michael Conte as Retreat Director of the highly anticipated Sensei Porcupine Creek, opening this fall. The brand has also appointed Catherine Phillips as Retreat Director at Sensei Lanai, A Four Seasons Resort, the brand’s first retreat location. Each of these three leaders bring extensive experience in the world of health, wellness and hospitality to the rapidly-growing wellbeing brand, founded by tech pioneer Larry Ellison and world-leading physician and scientist Dr. David Agus. “As...
Lore Group Appoints David Taylor as Chief Executive Officer
Lore Group | January 14, 2022
London – January 14, 2022 – Lore Group, the company behind Sea Containers London, Pulitzer Amsterdam, Riggs Washington DC and Lyle Washington DC has promoted David Taylor to Chief Executive Officer. The appointment is announced as the group prepare to open One Hundred Shoreditch, the company’s sixth hotel and second in London. With over 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Taylor previously served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer overseeing operations at the group’s hotels including opening Lyle Washington DC in April 2021 and steering the properties globally throughout the pandemic. Taylor said: “Aft...
AHLA Announces 2022 Officers, Board, Executive Committee; Launches New Strategic Plan
AHLA | January 13, 2022
WASHINGTON – January 13, 2022 – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced its 2022 Officers, Board of Directors and Executive Committee, which includes top leaders representing all segments of the hospitality industry at a pivotal time for the industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Coming on the heels of record membership and engagement over the past two years, AHLA is launching a new strategic plan to guide the future of the association. Justin Knight, CEO of Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc., was named chair of the board; Leslie D. Hale, President & CEO of RLJ Lodging Trust, was named vice chair;...
Commonwealth Hotels Appoints Alicia Barefield as General Manager of The Hampton Inn Panama City Beach
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | January 13, 2022
COVINGTON, KY - January 13, 2022 - Commonwealth Hotels announced that Alicia Barefield has been appointed the general manager of the Hampton Inn Panama City Beach. Ms. Barefield brings over 20 years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager having previously served as the general manager at the Hampton Inn Fort Morgan, Colorado. "We are delighted that Alicia has joined our team.", said Jennifer Porter, chief operations officer of Commonwealth Hotels. "It is a pivotal time of growth for Commonwealth Hotels." Prior to joining Commonwealth Hotels, Barefield built her career in a variety of markets...
Accor Appoints Philip Mahoney as Vice-President of Food & Beverage
Accor | January 13, 2022
Accor, a world-leading augmented hospitality group with over 420 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey, has appointed Philip Mahoney as Vice President of Food & Beverage for India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey, with the main responsibility to drive the group’s strategy in the region: making food and drink the heart and soul of each of its hotels. Throughout his 30-year career, Philip has managed hotels in the UK, Croatia and Mauritius for Malmaison, Lonrho, De Vere Deluxe, Radisson Blu and Regent Hotels, before moving into a regional responsibility for Radisson Blu and Hotel Missoni in the UK and Ireland. He then beca...
GHM Announces Two Senior Leadership Appointments
GHM | January 13, 2022
Singapore – January 13, 2022 – General Hotel Management Ltd (GHM), the inimitable creator of stylish, luxurious hotels and resorts in exotic destinations, is pleased to announce the appointment of two new general managers: Fabio Marigliano for the critically-acclaimed The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah, UAE, and Morton Johnston, who will champion the landmark opening of The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort in Doha, Qatar in 2022. Both senior leadership roles will support GHM’s robust growth strategy in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region and elevate service excellence as the group celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2022. With seven pro...
Hospitality Asset Managers Association (“HAMA”) Announces 2022 Board of Directors
HAMA | January 13, 2022
ATLANTA, GA — January 13, 2022 — Officials of the Hospitality Asset Managers Association (“HAMA”) today announced their new board of directors for 2022. “2022 looks to be an interesting and exciting year for asset management and HAMA, and I’m particularly pleased to begin my term with this very dynamic board. My main goals are to grow our organization to include a larger, more diverse membership and become a stronger voice for ownership within the industry,” said Matthew Arrants, HAMA’s newly appointed president. “Working with the board, I hope to make HAMA a greater advocate for hoteliers by identifying ...
Hotel Equities Appoints Jenn Thompson as New VP of Operations
Hotel Equities | January 13, 2022
ATLANTA – January 13, 2022 – Today, hotel owner, operator, and development firm Hotel Equities (“HE”), announced the addition of Jenn Thompson, CHA, NSA, CHIA as Vice President of Operations. In her new role, Jenn reports directly to Peter Tziahanas, Sr. VP of Operations and provides support and oversight of key assets to include HE’s owned properties within the firm’s growing U.S. portfolio of hotels. “Jenn joins HE with extensive hospitality experience and operations expertise,” says Tziahanas. “Her enthusiasm and aptitude have kept her at the forefront of the ever-changing hospitality industry throughout the entir...
Brandon Dardeau Named MGM Resorts Southeast Operations President & COO
BEAU RIVAGE | January 12, 2022
BILOXI, MS - January 12, 2022 - MGM Resorts International has announced the appointment of Brandon Dardeau as President & Chief Operating Officer of Southeast Operations which includes Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Miss. and Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Miss., where he will oversee daily operations while providing strategic direction and leadership. A 20-year veteran of the hospitality and gaming industry, Dardeau most recently served as General Manager and Senior Vice President of Marketing & Operations for Gold Strike in Tunica, Mississippi. Dardeau began his career with MGM Resorts International as a Casino ...
Travis Lunn Named President & COO of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
MGM Resorts International | January 12, 2022
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – January 12, 2022 – MGM Resorts International has announced the appointment of Travis Lunn as President & Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. He will oversee the resort’s daily operations and provide strategic leadership and direction. Lunn will assume the role previously held by Melonie Johnson, who is returning to the company’s MGM National Harbor property as President & COO. Most recently, Lunn served as the MGM Resorts Southeast Group President & COO, where he led Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi and Gold Strike Casino Resort in Tunica, Mississip...
Virgin Hotels Appoints Bryan Davern as Vice President of Operations, Europe
Virgin Hotels | January 12, 2022
EDINBURGH, Scotland - January 12, 2022 - Virgin Hotels, the lifestyle hotel brand from Sir Richard Branson, is pleased to welcome Bryan Davern as its new Vice President of Operations, Europe. Bryan will spearhead operations for the brand in Europe as it gears up to open its first hotels outside of the US. Commencing with two highly anticipated openings in the UK, Virgin Hotels Edinburgh will launch first this spring, followed swiftly by Virgin Hotels Glasgow in the summer. Davern brings over 20 years of experience in hotel and hospitality management and joins from Press Up Hospitality Group, Ireland's biggest hospitality operator....
