Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Remington Hotels Appoints Richard Garcia as Vice President of Food & Beverage
REMINGTON HOTELS | July 23, 2021
DALLAS – July 23, 2021 – Remington Hotels announced today the appointment of Richard Garcia as Vice President of Food & Beverage, who will lead all F&B initiatives for Remington Hotels’ 80 properties. With over 12 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Garcia will provide strategic direction, working closely with the Remington Hotels development team and property owners on F&B ideation and operations for both new build and conversion concepts. By working alongside operations and sales leaders, he will ensure the highest standards and efficiency for F&B outlets, catering and banquets. “We are deligh...
Konrad Gstrein Appointed General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco
July 22, 2021
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has announced the appointment of Konrad Gstrein as General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco. Gstrein takes the helm at the Five-Star address at a unique moment, overseeing the Hotel’s reopening and welcoming guests to experience modern and spacious interiors within a 42-storey tower that was the first skyscraper of the 21st century completed in the city. “This is so exciting to be a part of,” says Gstrein. “We’re open and ready for business, looking forward to welcoming guests who have loved this Hotel for years, as well as a new generation of travellers who are discovering Four Season...
U.S. Travel Association Announces Extension for Dow, Followed by CEO Transition in 2022
U.S. Travel Association | July 22, 2021
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — July 22, 2021 — The U.S. Travel Association announced today at its board of directors meeting that Roger Dow, as previously communicated to the U.S. Travel board, will extend his leadership as president and CEO of the association through next July (2022), at which time he will retire from his position following 17 years of service to the board and the association’s membership. In his capacity, which he has held since January 2005, Dow has guided U.S. Travel and the broader industry through periods of remarkable growth—marked by 10 consecutive years of expansion from 2009 to 2019. He has also helped it succ...
Daxton Hotel Appoints Liz Martinez as New Director of Beverage and Service
Daxton Hotel | July 22, 2021
BIRMINGHAM, Mich. - July 21, 2021 - Daxton Hotel announces today the appointment of Certified Sommelier Liz Martinez as Director of Beverage and Service. Martinez will bring new food & beverage programming to the striking new build on the city’s iconic Old Woodward Ave, and will also elevate the hotel’s dining experience with a brand-new wine list for its flagship restaurant, Madam. “Liz’s extensive experience and highly awarded career within the restaurant industry and as a somm has brought excitement to the Madam team,” said Madam Executive Chef Garrison Price. “We’re looking forward to collaborating with her on...
TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marinas Appoints Tim Muir as Chief Development Officer
TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marinas | July 22, 2021
Providence, RI — July 22, 2021 — TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marinas, one of the nation's premier hospitality management firms, announced today that Tim Muir joined the company as Chief Development Officer. As a seasoned industry veteran, Muir will be responsible for expanding the company's property portfolio through third-party management relationships and management company acquisitions. Muir brings a strong track record within the hospitality industry of driving growth through franchising, investment, and management platforms. "As CDO, I look forward to expanding our portfolio and working with this exceptional entrepreneurial hospit...
André Brose Appointed General Manager for Lido House, Autograph Collection
Lido House | July 21, 2021
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. – July 21, 2021 – Southern California’s effortless coastal destination in the heart of Newport Beach, Lido House, an Autograph Collection hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of André Brose to the role of General Manager at the 130-room, nautical-inspired beach house. With nearly 20 years of hospitality experience, Brose brings a well-versed background and rich expertise to the luxury, Cape-cod infused hotel. As the General Manager of Lido House, Brose is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the hotel’s operations and upholding the highest standards of guest service. H...
Volara Accelerates Expansion Into Europe With Key Hire
Volara | July 21, 2021
Experienced hotel technology executive, James Fothergill, to bring Volara’s Voice-Based Engagement Solutions to the UK, France, Spain, and the Nordics NEW YORK — July 21, 2021 — In response to increased interest in its voice-based engagement solutions from hoteliers across Europe, Volara is expanding its team. James Fothergill joins the enterprise grade voice assistant solutions provider as Vice President of Sales with a strategic focus on expansion of Volara’s portfolio of clients in key European Markets. He brings to Volara more than 15 years of experience developing mutually beneficial commercial relationships with his own sign...
Mazen Saleh Appointed General Manager of Upcoming Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale
Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale | July 20, 2021
Fort Lauderdale, FL - July 20, 2021 - Eighteen-year Four Seasons veteran Mazen Saleh has been named General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Fort Lauderdale. The brand’s fourth hotel in South Florida is anticipated to make its debut in late 2021, bringing an inspiring sense of possibility to this next-generation coastal city. At this prime beachfront address, every detail is about unrivalled style and service. “We’re balancing the traditions of a classic yacht with a vibrant contemporary attitude," says Saleh. “It’s the celebrated vacation lifestyle of Fort Lauderdale with the sophisticated touch of Four Seasons....
Cora Cora Maldives Appoints Chanapach Khumkhur as New Director of Spa and Wellness
CORA CORA MALDIVES | July 20, 2021
Cora Cora Maldives is the hottest new Maldivian luxury resort opening on 1st October 2021 in the unspoiled Raa Atoll. The five-star premium all-inclusive resort is delighted to announce the appointment of their new Director of Spa and Wellness, for Moksha Spa and Wellbeing Centre, Chanapach Khumkhur. In her role, Chanapach Khumkhur will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Moksha Spa and Wellbeing Centre, with seven treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge, overwater yoga pavilion, gym, and expansive outdoor recreational area, Moksha Spa and Wellbeing Centre is an oasis to freely replenish energy, move, play, and care for their bodies. Chanap...
Agilysys Names 25-Year Technology Veteran to Lead Business Expansion in Australia and New Zealand
Agilysys | July 20, 2021
Justin Reynolds Appointed Senior Director of Sales – Australia, New Zealand ALPHARETTA, GA., USA & SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — July 20, 2021 — Agilysys, Inc. (Nasdaq: AGYS), a leading global provider of next-generation cloud-native SaaS & on-premise hospitality software solutions and services, today announced the appointment of Justin Reynolds as Senior Director of Sales – Australia, New Zealand. Having recently led InfoGenesis Australia (an Agilysys reseller), Mr. Reynolds brings over 35 years of experience in international hospitality software solutions. Justin started his career with MICROS Systems working in project manageme...
Hotel Revival Appoints Alexis Hernandez as New Executive Chef
Hotel Revival | July 20, 2021
Baltimore, MD – July 20, 2021 – The award-winning Hotel Revival, a JdV by Hyatt hotel located in Baltimore, announced that Alexis Hernandez has joined the team as its new executive chef. With extensive experience working in fine dining and upscale restaurants in Peru, Chicago and Washington, D.C., Chef Hernandez brings a unique culinary perspective and blend of flavors to the hotel. His debut dinner menu is currently available at Topside and will be available as part of Baltimore Summer Restaurant Week, which begins July 23. “Chef Hernandez brings a wealth of culinary talent to our team. His...
Cuvée Welcomes Michael Snyder as Director of Sales, Global Partnerships
Cuvée | July 20, 2021
DENVER, CO — July 20, 2021 — Formerly the Director of Worldwide Sales at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, Snyder’s deep investment in building authentic relationships have led him to Cuvée after nearly 20 years in the luxury travel industry. Snyder joins the Cuvée team this month with experience from 120 hotels and resorts in 35 countries coupled with his personal passion for travel. Starting his career as a bellman — replete with bell jacket and shoulder pads —at the Renaissance Hotel in Boca Raton, Michael Snyder immediately knew that the world of luxury hospitality was exactly where he wanted to be. After completing his bach...
Hyatt Place New York Chelsea Appoints Gary Maida as Area Director of Operations
Hyatt Place | July 20, 2021
NEW YORK, New York – July 20, 2021 – Hyatt Place New York Chelsea today announced today that Gary Maida has been appointed as the hotel’s new Area Director of Operations of the 510-room hotel, which is expected to open August 2021. In this role Maida will be directly responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the hotel, including overseeing the hotel’s associates and ensuring guests encounter the thoughtful service for which the Hyatt Place brand is known. Hyatt Place New York Chelsea is set to offer spacious guestrooms in the heart of Manhattan’s eclectic Chelsea neighborhood by Hyatt. “Appointing leaders such as Ma...
StayNTouch Names Reid Webster as VP of Strategic Growth to Expand and Strengthen Partner Network
StayNTouch | July 20, 2021
StayNTouch, a leader in guest-centric and mobile property management software (PMS), is proud to welcome Reid Webster as Vice President of Strategic Growth. Mr. Webster comes to StayNTouch with almost thirty years of experience in hospitality technology and strategic sales leadership. Before joining StayNTouch, Mr. Webster served as the Senior VP of Partnerships & SaaS Sales at Laasie, a cloud platform that uses machine learning to build customer loyalty. Mr. Webster also served as a Regional Director for Gaming at Orbitz Worldwide. As the VP of Strategic Growth, Mr. Webster will be responsible for fully realizing StayNTouch’s global...
Radisson Blu Mall of America Appoints Alex Francis to General Manager
Radisson Blu Mall of America | July 19, 2021
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — July 19, 2021 —Radisson Blu Mall of America announces the appointment of Alex Francis to general manager. Francis brings extensive management experience to his new role with proven success overseeing four and five diamond hotels. “Alex has led an impressive career working in hotels throughout the U.S., and we are thrilled to keep him in the Radisson Blu portfolio overseeing Radisson Blu Mall of America,” says Judd Wadholm, vice president, managed hotels, Radisson Hotel Group Americas. “Our industry is still recovering from the impact of the pandemic, and Alex’s astute leadership and fresh perspective i...
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe Appoints Jose Fernandez as New Executive Chef
July 19, 2021
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe introduces its new Executive Chef Jose Fernandez. With more than 20 years of experience, Fernandez brings his creativity and extensive expertise to the table, to lead the culinary program and talented team at the Resort’s signature restaurant Terra in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Originally from Barcelona, Spain, Chef Jose Fernandez spent his formative years honing his skills in Michelin-starred restaurants throughout his native country. From there he moved to the US, where he has since held various top culinary positions over the years, evolving and perfecting his craft at award-winning restau...
Radisson Hotel Group Americas Appoints Paul Adan as Managing Director in Latin America
RADISSON HOTEL GROUP AMERICAS | July 19, 2021
Minneapolis, MN — July 19, 2021 — Radisson Hotel Group Americas today announced Paul Adan has been appointed Managing Director of Latin America and the Caribbean. In this newly created role, Adan will lead the company’s Development and Operations teams across the region. He will be focused on executing the growth strategy in the region, along with supporting the operational excellence and overall success of franchised hotels throughout Latin America and the Caribbean. “As we continue to expand the Radisson Hotel Group Americas footprint, we see enormous potential for our brands across Latin America and the Caribbean,” said Jim Al...
PROVision Partners Welcomes Trevor Warner as Senior Advisor
PROVision Partners | July 19, 2021
New Smyrna Beach, Florida — July 19, 2021 — PROVision Partners (“PROVision”), a leading global strategic growth, marketing, technology, and commercial services advisory firm to the travel and hospitality industry, announces the appointment of Trevor Warner as a Senior Advisor. Warner is the founder and President of Warner Consulting Group, a leading IT asset management company in the hospitality industry. With over 20 years of experience in hospitality technology consulting, Warner’s expertise has aided hotel brands in making informed technological decisions that ultimately deliver stronger operational and financial impacts. He i...
Boris Messmer Appointed General Manager of The Maybourne Riviera
MAYBOURNE HOTEL GROUP | July 15, 2021
Hotelier Boris Messmer has been appointed General Manager of The Maybourne Riviera, opening later this summer on the Côte d’Azur, France. The hotel is the first French property of Maybourne Hotel Group, operators of Claridge’s, The Connaught and The Berkeley in London and The Maybourne Beverly Hills in Los Angeles. In his new role, Boris will head up the opening team of this highly anticipated property outside the picturesque town of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. Boris, who studied Hotel Management in his home city of Hamburg, has worked within the Maybourne Hotel Group for the last six years, gaining experience across all the London proper...
Vizergy® Announces Promotion of Addams England to Chief Operating Officer
Vizergy® Digital Marketing | July 14, 2021
Industry leader in digital marketing selects England to lead operational growth and developement JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 14, 2021 – Vizergy®, the leading provider of digital marketing and sales for the hospitality industry, today announced the promotion of Addams England to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). England, a 15-year Vizergy veteran, previously held the title of Senior Vice President of Information Technology. “We’re thrilled to promote Addams to this new role,” said Joe Hyman, founder and CEO of Vizergy. “Under his leadership, our digital sales and marketing system is touted as the leading platform in the ...
Radisson Hotel Group Americas Appoints Tom Buoy as Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer
RADISSON HOTEL GROUP AMERICAS | July 14, 2021
Minneapolis, MN — July 14, 2021 — Radisson Hotel Group Americas today announced the appointment of Tom Buoy as Executive Vice President & Chief Commercial Officer, and Michael Fischer, Chief Human Resources Officer. Both newly appointed leaders will join Radisson Hotel Group Americas’ Executive Committee. In his role, Buoy will be responsible for bringing a visionary and thoughtful approach to shaping the commercial strategies, along with building and executing plans to support the success of the company. Fischer will lead all aspects of Human Resources to grow Radisson Hotel Group Americas’ inclusive culture, talent development,...
Grand View Lodge Appoints Denise Schultz as Senior Director of Sales and Marketing
Grand View Lodge | July 14, 2021
NISSWA, MINN. – July 14, 2021 – Grand View Lodge, Spa and Golf Resort is pleased to announce the appointments of Denise Schultz as senior director of sales and marketing. With more than 20 years of hospitality experience, Schultz is charged with driving top line sales, as well as overseeing revenue and asset management in her new role at the historic Minnesota resort. “We are thrilled to welcome Denise to the Cote Family Destinations family,” said CEO Tom Juliano. “Denise’s Midwest regional experience is unmatched, and her proven track record in the sales space with a variety of top hotel brands is a valued asset...
Four Seasons Resort Maui At Wailea Welcomes Back Ben Shank as General Manager
Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea | July 13, 2021
WAILEA, HI (July 13, 2021) – Maui’s legendary Forbes Five-Star Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea ushers in a new chapter with the return of Ben Shank as the resort’s new General Manager in July 2021. Most recently serving as the General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia for the past five years where he led the property opening, Shank marks his return to Maui with over two decades of experience with the leading luxury hospitality brand. Raised in the City of Brotherly Love, Shank launched his career with a part-time summer position as a busser at the original Four Seasons hotel in Philadelphia in 1999 where he not on...
Edward E. Snoeks Appointed General Manager for New Meliá Chiang Mai
Meliá Hotels & Resorts | July 13, 2021
CHIANG MAI, Thailand – July 13, 2021 – A hospitality veteran with three decades of industry experience in Asia and Europe, Edward E. Snoeks, will take charge of the new bleisure hotel Meliá Chiang Mai. The 260 room and suite hotel is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of this year in the heart of Chiang Mai’s city centre. Snoeks joins Meliá Chiang Mai after managing the pre-opening of Sindhorn Kempinski Hotel Bangkok & The Residences and working as both Thailand’s regional general manager and general manager of The Okura Prestige Bangkok. Previously he was the general manager of Crowne Plaza Hong Kong Causeway Bay and v...
