Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12th, 2023
Jill O’Hare Appointed Director of Sales and Marketing at Raffles London at The OWO
Raffles London at The OWO | January 12, 2022
Raffles Hotels & Resorts and partners, the Hinduja Group and Onex Holding, are delighted to announce the appointment of Jill O’Hare as Director of Sales and Marketing at Raffles London at The OWO. O’Hare brings with her over 25 years' international luxury brand experience, most recently as Director of Sales and Marketing at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London, a position she has held since 2015. She was instrumental in the launch of the Ritz-Carlton brand in Ireland, as well as the opening of the flagship London EDITION property. An Irish national, O’Hare holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in International Marketing and Lang...
Hotel Drover, Autograph Collection, Welcomes New Executive F&B Team Members
Hotel Drover | January 11, 2022
FORT WORTH, TX - January 11, 2022 - Hotel Drover, an award-winning, 200-room Autograph Collection Hotel by Marriott, is pleased to announce the appointment of Devin Walline as Executive Chef and Jamel Taggart as Director of Hotel Food and Beverage Operations. Expert veterans in their fields, the two gentlemen bring a diverse, illustrious and seasoned prowess in the world of luxury to the rustic-luxe hotel, which opened in March of last year. A Southern man through and through, Executive Chef Devin Walline, brings years of experience to the Fort Worth stunner, having held key leadership roles for several renowned players in the luxury dini...
Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya Appoints Pedro Soares as Food & Beverage Manager
Andaz Mayakoba Resort Rivera Maya | January 11, 2022
RIVIERA MAYA, MEXICO – January 11, 2022 – Andaz Mayakoba Resort Riviera Maya, a luxury resort located in a private complex along the sparkling Caribbean coastline and surrounded by nature in Riviera Maya, Mexico, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pedro Soares as its Food & Beverage Manager. In his new role, Soraes will lead the food and beverage team at the resort and oversee its five onsite eateries, all dedicated to integrating fresh ingredients and products of the eastern Mexico region into the menus. Restaurants at the resort include signature restaurant Casa Amate, serving diverse Latin American cuisine in an eclectic, r...
Oetker Collection Appoints Fabio Datteroni as General Manager of Hotel La Palma
Oetker Collection | January 11, 2022
January 11, 2022 – Oetker Collection is pleased to share that Mr. Fabio Datteroni has been appointed General Manager of Hotel La Palma, the group’s first Italian Masterpiece Hotel. Hotel La Palma, Capri’s first hotel, which was originally built in 1822, is being transformed and reimagined by Oetker Collection and its owners, Reuben Brothers, into a true masterpiece hotel. Conceived as an elegant Mediterranean retreat on the fabled Italian island, the room count of the hotel is being markedly decreased from 80 to 50, including 18 suites, each complete with its own private balcony or terrace, with interiors by award-winning design mae...
Commonwealth Hotels Appoints Cheyenne Albert as General Manager of The Home2 Suites by Hilton El Reno
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | January 10, 2022
COVINGTON, KY - January 10, 2022 - Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Cheyenne Albert has been appointed the general manager of the Home2 Suites by Hilton El Reno. Ms. Albert brings over 6 years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager having previously served as the property's operations manager since joining the Home2 Suites El Reno in 2020. An experienced leader in both operations and service, Ms. Albert build her career by inspiring vision, effectively leading teams, and developing future leaders through training and mentoring. Prior to joining the Home2 Suites El Reno, Albert served in various leadershi...
The Josie Hotel Welcomes New General Manager David Curell
The Josie Hotel | January 10, 2022
Rossland, British Columbia, CANADA – January 10, 2022 – The Josie Hotel is excited to announce Kelowna native and avid skier David Curell as the new general manager at Rossland’s boutique ski-in, ski-out hotel. Regularly ranked among the best ski hotels in North America, the 106-room property sits at the base of RED Mountain Resort, the legendary, independent, 3,850-acre (1,558-hectare) winter and summer playground. Home to The Velvet Restaurant and Lounge, The Josie Hotel will be the third B.C. hotel in the Marriott’s Autograph Collection and is the ninth Canadian hotel in the Autograph Collection that embodies an eclecti...
Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth Appoints Andrei Mocanu as New General Manager
Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth | January 7, 2022
GUSTAVIA, St. Barth – January 7, 2022 – Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf St. Barth is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrei Mocanu as the new General Manager of the boutique hotel. In his role, Andrei will oversee every aspect of the luxurious property and its day-to-day operations including the 21 suites and bungalows, famed Fouquet’s restaurant, and Spa Diane Barrière. Andrei is joining Le Carl Gustaf after an incredibly successful first year and will work closely with the hotel’s expert food and beverage, sales, and operations teams to ensure the breathtaking property has an even more triumphant second year. “W...
Travis Lunn Named President & COO of Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
January 6, 2022
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ., (January 5, 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, Mississi...
Martin Cody Appointed Senior General Manager for Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg and Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania
January 6, 2022
Having enjoyed an illustrious 20-year career with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Martin Cody is set to bring a new dynamic to the two African locations, sharing his passion and experience with the 400-strong team of individuals. “As the new Senior General Manager, I will be overseeing the operations of Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff Johannesburg and Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania,” explains Cody. “Both hotels have been setting the standard for several years, and I am eager to offer my assistance to these already strong locations where needed.” Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has long been ...
Commonwealth Hotels Appoints Elizabeth Balcom as General Manager of The Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | January 6, 2022
COVINGTON, KY - January 6, 2022 - Commonwealth Hotels announced today that Elizabeth Balcom has been appointed the general manager of the Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport. Ms. Balcom brings over 7 years of hospitality experience to her new role as general manager having previously served as the director of rooms at the Marriott Cincinnati RiverCenter in Covington, Kentucky. "We are excited to welcome Elizabeth to the team." said Jennifer Porter, chief operations officer of Commonwealth Hotels. "Her experience, leadership, and proven track record will add tremendous value to the newly renovated hotel. Prior to joining the...
Four Seasons Hotel Austin Welcomes Back Beverly Magee as Regional Vice President and General Manager
January 5, 2022
The new year is bringing a new leader to Four Seasons Hotel Austin with the appointment of Beverly Magee as Regional Vice President and General Manager at the 294-room luxury hotel on Lady Bird Lake. Most recently Regional Vice President and General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore, Beverly’s move represents a much-anticipated homecoming to Texas as she was born in Houston and graduated from the University of Texas at Austin before beginning her hospitality career in 1987 as a concierge at Four Seasons Hotel Houston. “This move is truly special for me,” says Beverly. “Over the years I have had the opportunity to...
JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort Appoints Adam Haverland as New Executive Chef
JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort | January 5, 2022
Anaheim, CA - January 5, 2022 - JW Marriott, Anaheim Resort appoints Chef Adam Haverland as its Executive Chef, leading the culinary program for multiple restaurants located throughout the resort. Opened in August 2020, the luxury AAA Four Diamond resort is located at the Anaheim GardenWalk, just steps from Disneyland and the Anaheim Convention Center, offering multiple dining options for guests and visitors alike. Chef Haverland's career spans across various culinary programs in the hospitality and tourism industry, partnering with hotels to build extensive experiences in fine dining menu creation, managing sustainability programs with the ...
Pendry Washington D.C. – The Wharf Appoints Pascal Forotti as General Manager Ahead of Late 2022 Opening
Pendry Hotels & Resorts | January 5, 2022
ORANGE COUNTY, CA – January 5, 2022 – Pendry Hotels & Resorts is proud to announce the appointment of Pascal Forotti as general manager of Pendry Washington D.C. – The Wharf, scheduled to open late 2022. Located in Washington’s striking new waterfront harbor destination, the hotel will feature 131 guestrooms, including 34 suites, three signature dining and bar concepts, including a rooftop lounge with panoramic views, a state-of-the-art Spa Pendry, and 5,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space. Forotti joins the Pendry Hotels & Resorts family with more than 25 years of luxury hospitality experience hav...
Cornell Center for Innovative Labor and Employment Relations Taps UniFocus COO to Serve on Advisory Board
UniFocus | January 5, 2022
DALLAS, TX — January 5, 2021 — UniFocus, the leading provider of Workforce Management Systems, has today announced the appointment of company COO, Kenneth Heymann, as an advisory board member at the Cornell Center for Innovative Labor and Employment Relations (CIHLER). With a mission to spur education and discussion over the modernization of labor and human resources management, CIHLER’s appointment of Heymann will ensure that future hospitality leaders will continue to have access to the latest industry knowledge and best practices on maintaining a productive and loyal workforce. “Kenneth’s extensive experience in labor manageme...
Commonwealth Hotels Promotes Karen Ouellette as the Director of Sales & Marketing of the Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port
Commonwealth Hotels, LLC | January 4, 2022
COVINGTON, KY - January 4, 2022 - Commonwealth Hotels announces that Karen Ouellette has been promoted to the Director of Sales and Marketing of the Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port. Ms. Ouellette is a seasoned sales leader with over two decades of experience with Hilton hotels with a focus on Sales and Marketing. She most recently served as the Dual Director of Sales for Hilton Garden Inn- Panama City and Hampton Inn Panama City Beach, Florida. Karen joined Commonwealth team in October 2017, first as a Director of Sales at the Hampton Inn Downtown Jacksonville, Florida. While helping sales efforts at Hampton Inn Downtown Jacksonvil...
The Statler Names Adam Gollub as General Manager
The Statler | January 4, 2022
DALLAS, TX - January 4, 2022 - The Statler has recently appointed Adam Gollub as its general manager. Gollub arrives from Albany, New York, where he was the dual general manager for two Hilton properties for the past three years. He has more than 13 years of leadership experience in the hospitality and real estate industries. “I’ve always been passionate about hospitality,” Gollub says. “I’m excited by what the future will bring and am keen to deliver results and develop high performing teams here at the iconic, historic Statler.” Gollub’s professional background is heavily weighted in branded hotels, but to diversi...
Javier Cuesta Appointed Executive Chef at Georgia’s Barnsley Resort
Barnsley Resort | January 4, 2022
Adairsville, GA – January 4, 2022 – Javier Cuesta has been appointed executive chef at Georgia’s award-winning Barnsley Resort. In this leadership role, Chef Cuesta is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations of the resort’s three onsite restaurants, leading and managing the culinary team for the restaurants and supervising an extensive banquet operation for weddings and group events across the resort’s 3,000 acres. Chef Cuesta brings with him more than 25 years of culinary experience at world-class resorts and upscale restaurants. Prior to joining Barnsley Resort, Chef Cuesta served as food & beverage director of Aim...
Four Seasons Hotel Amman Appoints Francesco Greco as New Executive Chef
January 3, 2022
Four Seasons Hotel Amman announces that Francesco Greco is the new Executive Chef overseeing all of the Hotel's culinary operations that include La Capitale Brasserie, Olea Restaurant, The Foyer Lounge, Five Grill & Lounge, as well as in-room dining and banqueting events. Born in Milan, Italy, Francesco has more than 30 years of experience in the culinary and hospitality industries, where he has inherited Milan’s world-renowned creativity and applied it to the art of cooking no matter where he is around the world. His wealth of experience working at some of the most prestigious hotels and restaurants across the globe includes th...
Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley Appoints Leadership Team
January 3, 2022
In the heart of the city of innovation, Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley announces the appointment of three new members to the Hotel team: General Manager Adora Manalo, Director of Marketing Nico Mamon, and Pastry Chef Guillermo Soto. From Luxury Residences to Luxury Hospitality Spanning from the East Coast to the West Coast, Adora Manalo's illustrious career brings with her a wealth of knowledge and experience to the property. Most recently, she was the Hotel Manager of the iconic Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel. Manalo has led teams with such notable brands such as Montage Hotels & Resorts, Trump Internat...
Ryan Grande Appointed General Manager at Four Seasons and Residences Jackson Hole
December 23, 2021
Ryan Grande has been appointed General Manager at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole, effective December 2021, bringing him back to the Five-Star mountain property that launched his Four Seasons career in 2010. “Returning to Jackson Hole is a dream assignment,” says Grande. “The opportunity to live and work in the destination where my Four Seasons career began is a truly special opportunity. I look forward to reconnecting with the team and community, and helping maintain the reputation of excellence for which our alpine retreat is known.” Grande first spent two years in Jackson Hole as Director of...
Gilles Arzur Named Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita
December 23, 2021
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita has appointed Gilles Arzur as Executive Chef to oversee the Resort’s newly enhanced culinary outlets and all kitchen operations. In his new role, Arzur will now find his home among the individual pool villas and exotic nature of the Resort, where a total of five restaurants and the brand new BluBar provide an international selection of dining experiences. With a number of international postings to his name, this arrival to Mauritius also continues to strengthen Arzur’s opening expertise, following him being the Executive Chef for the opening of both Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora and Four Se...
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay Welcomes Executive Chef Juan Pablo Dominguez
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay | December 22, 2021
HALF MOON BAY, CA – December 22, 2021 – The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay, the Bay Area’s iconic luxury oceanfront resort, is pleased to welcome its two newest members – Chef Juan Pablo Dominguez, brand-new chef for its signature Conservatory restaurant and Darren Hills, Director of Engineering for the resort. A Mexico native, Chef Juan Pablo Dominguez joins The Conservatory's culinary team with an impressive background working at top hotel restaurants around the globe over the past several years. Inspired by the destinations he has worked in, he brings a diverse culinary approach encompassing Mexican, European, Middle Eastern ...
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot Appoints Kristin Crawford as Director of Sales and Marketing
KIMPTON HOTEL FONTENOT | December 22, 2021
NEW ORLEANS, LA - December 22, 2021 - Kimpton Hotel Fontenot, the 202-room hotel located in the heart of New Orleans’ Central Business District, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kristin Crawford as Director of Sales and Marketing for the property. In this role, the seasoned hospitality professional and Louisiana native will lead the sales and marketing team working on behalf of Kimpton Hotel Fontenot as well as its elevated and energetic cocktail lounge Peacock Room and neighborhood café Gospel Coffee and Boozy Treats. Working closely with General Manager Jesseca Malecki, Crawford’s responsibilities will include managing ...
The Westin Riverfront Promotes Lauren Warkentin to as Spa Director
Westin Riverfront | December 22, 2021
AVON, CO – December 22, 2021 –The Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa Avon, Vail Valley is pleased to announce that Lauren Warkentin has been named Spa Director at its award-winning Spa Anjali. The resort has also promoted Chad Armijo to serve as Club Director at The Athletic Club at The Westin. Warkentin most recently served as Club Manager at The Westin Riverfront’s Athletic Club. She previously served as a Marketing Manager for KJUS North America Inc. and East West Hospitality and as Content Specialist and Social Media Manager for Gorsuch. A graduate of Washington & Lee University and a competitive endurance runner, ...
