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AHLA Announces Appointment of Rosanna Maietta as President & CEO
AHLA | October 31, 2024
WASHINGTON (Oct. 31, 2024) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced today that Rosanna Maietta has been selected to serve as the association’s next president & CEO, effective Nov. 14. Maietta is a talented executive with a global career marked by success working alongside boards and leading teams to high performance. Over the span of her career, she has achieved exceptional success in public affairs, strategic planning, association management, team building, and leadership. Having previously served as president & CEO of the AHLA Foundation and executive vice president of communications and public relatio...
Arch Amenities Group Appoints Caitlin McKenna as Chief Executive Officer
Arch Amenities | October 30, 2024
ROCKVILLE, Maryland (Oct. 30, 2024) – Arch Amenities Group, a full-service, global provider of wellness, amenity management and meeting services for commercial and residential properties, hotels, private clubs and pools, today announced the appointment of wellness and hospitality veteran Caitlin McKenna as chief executive officer. Barry Goldstein, who served Arch as CEO for the past three years, has been appointed to the new position of chief commercial officer, responsible for business development and customer relationship management. “Caitlin McKenna is a dynamic and respected leader known for her human-centric leadership, passion...
HSMAI Welcomes Brian Hicks as President & CEO, Continuing the Legacy of Innovation and Leadership
HSMAI | October 28, 2024
McLean, VA (Oct. 28, 2024) – The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is proud to announce the appointment of Brian Hicks as its new President and CEO. Hicks, a distinguished hospitality leader with more than 30 years of international experience, steps into this role as only the fifth CEO in HSMAI’s nearly 100-year history, marking a new chapter in the organization's legacy of leadership. His proven track record of driving growth, innovation, and leadership across major hotel brands and regions positions him well to continue building upon the foundation laid by the late Bob Gilbert, who served as President ...
Vanessa Ledesma Appointed CEO for Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA)
Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association | October 24, 2024
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (October 24, 2024) – The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) celebrates a historic moment with the official appointment of Vanessa Ledesma as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). This announcement coincides with Ledesma’s 25th Anniversary with the CHTA this month, marking a significant milestone in her journey with the organization. Ledesma, who has served as Acting CEO and Director General for the past three years, is recognized for her remarkable leadership and contributions. Starting her career with CHTA in 1999 as a meeting planner, she quickly rose through the ranks, becoming the first woman in an e...
Appetite for Travel? Ramada Seeks Chief Eats Officer to Uncover World’s Greatest Cultural Delights
Ramada by Wyndham | October 4, 2024
PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 4, 2024-- Imagine wandering through the markets of Türkiye, soaking in the serene landscapes of California and exploring the vibrant streets of Panama. Now, imagine experiencing all these destinations on a single, unforgettable, global journey, snapping incredible photos along the way. One lucky adventurer will do just that as the Ramada by Wyndham Chief Eats Officer ("CEO"), embarking on a worldwide adventure. The cherry on top? Get paid $15,000 while doing it. Spanning 75 countries, Ramada—one of the world's most recognized hotel brands— is homebase for travelers looking for unforgettable bucket-list...
HSMAI Announces the Passing of President and CEO Bob Gilbert
HSMAI | September 20, 2024
Gilbert Proudly Led the Organization for More than 30 Years, Through Industry-Changing Events Including the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks, 2008 Recession, and Covid-19 Pandemic FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: McLean, VA (September 20, 2024) – It is with profound sadness that the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Americas, HSMAI Foundation and HSMAI Global, announce that President and CEO, Bob Gilbert passed away on September 19, 2024. In July 2024, the organization announced that Gilbert had accelerated his retirement plan as a result of a serious health issue following 30 years of executive leadership for HSMAI. ...
BWH Hotels Appoints Harry Dong as New President and CEO of BWH Hotels China
BWH Hotels | September 18, 2024
Phoenix, Arizona (September 18, 2024) – BWH Hotels today announced that Harry Dong has been named the new President and CEO of BWH Hotels China (Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan), Mongolia, and Nepal. Dong has been with BWH for over 16 years, previously managing procurement, quality analysis, and project development for property hotels in this region. His father, William Dong, previously held this role. “I am honored to be taking on the leadership role for BWH Hotels China. This company has been part of my family for decades, and I’m proud to carry on the legacy of my father, William Dong,” said Harry Dong, President and CEO of BWH Hotels ...
Aspen One Appoints Jeff Toscano as CEO of Aspen Hospitality
Aspen Hospitality | August 29, 2024
ASPEN, Colo., Aug. 29, 2024-- Aspen One, the parent company of Aspen Hospitality, Aspen Skiing Company, and Aspen Ventures is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Toscano as Chief Executive Officer of Aspen Hospitality. Toscano is a veteran hospitality leader perfectly suited to lead the next phase of Aspen Hospitality's rapid growth. Toscano will join the team in a transition from current leader Alinio Azevedo starting on September 16th. Jeff brings three decades of experience in the luxury lifestyle market and is known for his ability to create, manage, and scale a variety of assets. He has worked deeply with hotel management...
