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IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan Appoints Kiyohito Iinuma as New Chief Operating Officer
IHG Hotels & Resorts | October 21, 2024
21 October 2024 – Tokyo, Japan: IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan (IHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kiyohito Iinuma as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO) for Japan. In addition to his current position as Director of Operations, Japan, Kiyohito will now also serve as the ANA appointee to the joint venture and as a Director of IHG ANA Hotels Holdings Co., Ltd. Abhijay Sandilya, CEO, IHG ANA Hotels Group Japan and Managing Director, IHG Hotels & Resorts Japan & Micronesia, said: “We are thrilled to see Iinuma-san take on this critical role. His extensive experience and proven track record make him the ideal candidate...
Marcus Hanna Appointed Chief Operating Officer of La Vie Hotels and Resorts
La Vie Hotels and Resorts | October 10, 2024
October 10, 2024: One of Asia Pacific’s most credentialed hotel executives, Marcus Hanna, has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer of the rapidly growing La Vie Hotels and Resorts group. Hanna brings over 25 years of high-level experience to his role at La Vie. La Vie was the first independent hotel operator, using the third-party model (also known as White Label Operators, WLO) in Asia Pacific, and has now cemented its presence in eleven countries, operating hotels, and maintaining offices in key cities. Marcus Hanna joins La Vie after almost two decades with Accor hotels, most recently as Vice President Operations Pacific, Sofite...
Frasers Hospitality Taps Chew Hang Song as Chief Operating Officer
Frasers Hospitality | October 1, 2024
SINGAPORE, 1 OCTOBER 2024 – Frasers Hospitality, a strategic business unit of Frasers Property, today announced the appointment of Chew Hang Song as Chief Operating Officer and Ian Loe as the Managing Director, Technology and Innovation, effective 1 October 2024. Mr. Chew will succeed Mark Chan, who is retiring from his role on 30 September after over four years with Frasers Hospitality. These executive appointments are intended to advance the organisation’s growth strategy and strengthen its market leadership in the lodging sector. Mr. Chan played an instrumental role in Frasers Hospitality’s journey, joining the organisation ...
Aethos Hotels Appoints Christophe Thomas as Chief Operating Officer
Aethos | September 23, 2024
The fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality brand in Europe expands executive leadership team with industry veteran Christophe Thomas Zug, Switzerland | September 23, 2024 – Aethos, the next-generation experience-led boutique hotel & member club brand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Christophe Thomas as the new Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. With a wealth of international experience and a track record of leading luxury hospitality properties, Thomas will be instrumental in driving the strategic direction and operational excellence of the Aethos Hotels brand. In his new role, Christophe Thomas, who...
Aperture Hotels Names Patrick Short Chief Operating Officer
Aperture Hotels | August 13, 2024
ATLANTA, Aug. 13, 2024—Officials of Aperture Hotels, a leading hospitality management provider specializing in premium lifestyle, compact full-service, and select-service hotels, today announced that Patrick Short has been named chief operating operator. In his new role, Short will provide cross-disciplinary leadership and direct operational execution and commercial strategy for Aperture's expanding portfolio of 27 managed hotels. “With more than thirty years of hospitality operations experience, Patrick is the perfect fit for Aperture’s growing portfolio to continue improving operations performance metrics across the board," said Ch...
Sunset Hospitality Group Appoints Philipp Knuepfer as New Chief Operating Officer of Sunset Hotels & Resorts
Sunset Hospitality Group | June 14, 2024
Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Philipp Knuepfer as the new Chief Operating Officer of Sunset Hotels & Resorts. Philipp joins SHG with over 20 years of international experience in the luxury hospitality sector and will support the growth of Sunset Hotels & Resorts, whilst overseeing global operations, solidifying the Group’s reputation as a leader in hospitality. The strategic hire follows SHG’s recent announcement of the new Sunset Hotels & Resorts, along with an expansion plan of developing, opening, and operating 20 new hotels by the end of 2025. The start of 2024 saw SHG’s a...
Timbers Company Appoints Brian Corbett as Chief Operating Officer
the Timbers Company | June 3, 2024
Veteran Hospitality Executive Brings Over 20 Years of Experience to Premier Luxury Resort & Residence Club Brand JUNE 3, 2024 (WINTER PARK, Fla.) – Timbers Company, a renowned developer and operator of boutique luxury resorts and private residence clubs, has appointed Brian Corbett as its new chief operating officer. In this pivotal role, Brian will spearhead operational excellence and drive strategic initiatives to further elevate Timbers' unparalleled guest and owner experiences across its esteemed portfolio. As COO, Brian will oversee all aspects of operational management, hospitality & real estate sales, marketing, partners...
Bentley Legacy Holdings Launches Operating Division, Bentley Legacy Group
Bentley Legacy Holdings | May 30, 2024
Deep expertise and passion for hospitality drive opportunity and value for growing family-run real estate business PLANO, Texas (May 30, 2024)—Bentley Legacy Holdings (“BLH”) is targeting strategic growth with the official launch of its hotel operating division, Bentley Legacy Group, the acquisition of new properties and the hiring of industry-leading talent to further cement its position within the hospitality industry. The intentional investments in dynamic properties throughout the country and the hiring of two experienced industry leaders Matt Berge and Ginger Van Nest allow BLH to be a premier hospitality partner and operator. He...
