Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Appointments
Spire Hospitality Strengthens Leadership Team With the Appointment of Jamelia Lehn as CFO
Spire Hospitality | March 18, 2024
IRVING, TX — March 18, 2024 — Spire Hospitality has appointed Jamelia Lehn, CPA, as chief financial officer (CFO). In her new role, Lehn will be responsible for all matters related to financial management and will also play a critical role in developing new operating efficiencies, responding to owner and investor needs, maximizing results, and supporting new business development and company growth. “I am delighted to welcome Jamelia to Spire Hospitality," said Chris Russell, CEO of Spire Hospitality. "She has a stellar reputation as a leader and results-driven professional, as well as extensive experience working for top-tier...
Fairmont Dallas Introduces Canine Ambassador as Chief Happiness Officer
Accor Hotels | March 18, 2024
Professionally trained “Bondi” to Elevate Spirits and Spread Tail-Wagging Joy as Fairmont Dallas’ Resident Pup DALLAS - March 18, 2024 - Fairmont Dallas welcomes “Bondi” as Chief Happiness Officer of the iconic Dallas Arts District hotel. Bondi, a 6-month-old puppy, adopted from DFW-based Operation Kindness, will serve as the hotel’s canine ambassador promoting positivity and happiness among colleagues and guests. As a pet-friendly hotel with experience hosting dogs and cats of all shapes and sizes, Fairmont Dallas is eager to add a pup of its own to the esteemed staff. Due to her diligent work welcoming guests in the hotel’...
Bobby Hotels Appoints Tony Phillips as General Manager of Bobby Nashville
BOBBY HOTELS | March 18, 2024
Veteran Hospitality Leader Takes the Helm at Downtown Nashville's Premier Lifestyle Hotel[JM2] Nashville, Tenn. (March 18, 2024) – Bobby Hotels, the independent hospitality brand known for its local-centric approach, proudly announced today the appointment of Tony Phillips as the General Manager of Bobby Nashville. With over 25 years of extensive experience in hotel management, Phillips brings an extraordinary approach and a progressive vision rooted in servant leadership to guide the 144-key downtown hotel into the future. “We are thrilled to welcome Tony to the Bobby Nashville team. Not only does he bring unparalleled expertise, ...
Vision Hospitality Group Names Mason Thornburg as Chief Financial Officer
Vision Hospitality Group | March 18, 2024
Chattanooga, TN – [March 18, 2024] - Vision Hospitality Group, a leading hotel developer and culture-focused operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mason Thornburg as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). With a distinguished career spanning over two decades in finance and operations, Thornburg brings a wealth of expertise to lead Vision's financial and strategic initiatives. Thornburg's background encompasses diverse sectors: construction, real estate, development, hospitality, and logistics. His experience includes notable roles such as CFO at Patriot Family Homes, VP of Partnerships and Finance-Accounting at Signal Energ...
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Names Mehdi Natanzi as Director of Food and Beverage
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar | March 15, 2024
The luxury island hotel in The Bahamas welcomes Natanzi to the executive team, who brings more than 20 years of leadership expertise in operations and food and beverage management (NASSAU, The Bahamas; March 15, 2023) – Grand Hyatt Baha Mar—the luxury, family-friendly resort located on the picturesque island of New Providence in Nassau—announces the appointment of Mehdi Natanzi as the hotel property’s new Director of Food and Beverage effective January 22, 2024. With experience spanning more than 20 years within the Hyatt family, Natanzi brings to the role decades of success in providing strategies, coaching, support, and expert...
TPG Hotels & Resorts Appoints Alicia Hehir as General Manager of the Nantucket Resort Collection
the Nantucket Resort Collection | March 15, 2024
Nantucket, MA (March 15, 2024): Nantucket Resort Collection – a collection of iconic boutique hotels located in the heart of Old Nantucket Town – is pleased to announce the appointment of Alicia Hehir as Area General Manager of Nantucket Resort Collection. Originally from the Boston area, Hehir began her time at the Collection in 2022 as Innkeeper at Regatta Inn and worked her way up to Director of Operations in 2023 before being appointed to the role of Area General Manager. Before her time on Nantucket, Hehir held the position of Senior Manager at Eaton House, a coworking space attached to the Eaton Hotel located in Washington, D.C...
HC Noll Named General Manager at The Source Hotel + Market Hall in Denver, Colorado
March 15, 2024
Denver, CO (March 15, 2024) – The Source Hotel + Market Hall - the award-winning hotel in Denver’s popular RiNo Art District - is pleased to announce that HC Noll is now serving as General Manager. Noll joins The Source team from Sonder Inc., where he most recently served as a Senior Operations Manager. A graduate of Chico State University with a degree in Resort and Lodging Management, Noll previously spent more than eight years with Marriott Vacations Worldwide, where he held multiple positions, including Director of Room Operations and Western Region Operations Manager. Managed by Crescent Hotels, The Source Hotel + Market H...
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa Welcomes New Executive Chef Jonathan Alcala
South Coast Winery | March 14, 2024
TEMECULA, Calif. – South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, an iconic winery resort in the heart of Temecula Valley wine country, has announced culinary professional Jonathan Alcala as its new executive chef. Alcala oversees daily culinary operations of the resort’s dining program including the resort’s signature Wine Spectator award-winning all-day The Vineyard Rose Restaurant, in-room dining and customized on-site catering for meetings, weddings and special occasions. He also oversees the dining at the poolside Vineyard Grill at South Coast’s sister property Carter Estate Winery and Resort. “We are pleased to welcome Jon to lead ...
Nanuku Resort Fiji Appoints Tomasi Turukawa as General Manager
NANUKU RESORT FIJI | March 14, 2024
Fiji’s award-winning luxury resort promotes Turukawa, who holds 3+ years of leadership experience with the property, to the new top management role (VITI LEVU, FIJI; MARCH 14, 2024) — Five-star luxury resort, Nanuku Resort Fiji, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tomasi Turukawa to General Manager. A local born and raised in the Village of Navuevu, Turukawa brings his local knowledge and expertise–along with more than 17 years of hospitality experience–to his new role at the resort, which is operated by Storey Hotel Management Group. Previously Nanuku’s Director of Rooms and then Resort Manager, Turukawa will now be r...
OTH Hotels Resorts Names James Hansen as Chief Development Officer
OTH HOTELS RESORTS | March 14, 2024
(Williamsburg, VA) March 14, 2024 – OTH Hotels Resorts (OTH), a Virginia-based hospitality ownership and management company with an asset portfolio valued at more than $775 million, has appointed James Hansen as the company’s new Chief Development Officer. Hansen brings nearly 25 years of executive level industry leadership experience to his newly minted position at OTH, where he will work directly with CEO Todd Felsen to power the company’s aggressive growth strategy and long-term domestic and international expansion plans. Hansen’s vast industry experience encompasses all facets of revenue-focused hospitality and asset management ...
U.S. Travel Welcomes Aimee Gabel as SVP, Events and Education
U.S. Travel Association | March 14, 2024
WASHINGTON (March 14, 2024)—The U.S. Travel Association today announced that Aimee Misako Gabel has joined the organization as Senior Vice President, Events and Education. This new position will play a key role in shaping and transforming the association’s signature events—including U.S. Travel’s IPW, ESTO, Summer Summit and Future of Travel Mobility—and also deliver new programs aligned with U.S. Travel’s strategic priorities. “Aimee brings an invigorating combination of event innovation and delivery excellence,” said Ellen Davis, U.S. Travel’s Executive Vice President, Business Strategy and Industry Engagement. “Her e...
Spire Hospitality Names Ryan Phillips General Manager of TownePlace Suites by Marriott Denver West/Federal Center
Spire Hospitality | March 13, 2024
IRVING, TX — March 13, 2024 – Ryan Phillips has been named the general manager of TownePlace Suites by Marriott Denver West/Federal Center. Located at 800 Tabor St, Golden, CO, the hotel is managed by Spire Hospitality. Phillips will oversee all hotel operations, including administration and revenue management. He will also spearhead the property’s mission to provide outstanding guest service. He will report to Steve Neth, Spire Hospitality’s vice president of operations. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Denver West/Federal Center is a 106-suite property located near Denver Federal Center, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and Coors Br...
Aqua-Aston Hospitality Promotes Andrea Mue to Managing Director
Aqua-Aston Hospitality | March 13, 2024
A hospitality veteran and financial expert, Mue takes on responsibility for a diverse portfolio. Honolulu, Hawaii (March 13, 2024) – Aqua-Aston Hospitality, a distinguished player in the hospitality industry with a legacy dating back to 1948, proudly announces the appointment of Andrea Mue as its new Managing Director. Mue steps into this role succeeding Denis Ebrill, who recently retired. Headquartered in Honolulu, Aqua-Aston is one of Hawaii's premier vacation rental program operators, offers condominium administration services, and manages hotels and resorts in Hawaii, the U.S. mainland, and Costa Rica. In addition to its propriet...
Salterra Resort & Spa Appoints Key Leadership
Marriott International | March 13, 2024
South Caicos, March 13, 2024 – Salterra, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Turks & Caicos proudly announces the appointment of two seasoned hospitality professionals to its leadership team: Melina Forla has been appointed as General Manager, and Marti Trieschmann joins as the Luxury Director of Sales & Marketing. “We are thrilled to have Melina and Marti join our team,” said Michael Tibbetts, CEO of JEM Worldwide, the developer of Salterra. “As we plan for Salterra’s grand opening in early 2025, Melina and Marti will lead our efforts to create a unique sense of place and focus on sustainability that will define our e...
Meyer Jabara Hotels Continues Growth Trajectory With Chas Henry Leading Its Development, Acquisitions Effort
Meyer Jabara Hotels | March 13, 2024
New ‘SVP of Business Development and Acquisitions’ to focus on growing the ownership group’s third-party management contracts [Danbury, Conn., March 13, 2024] — Meyer Jabara Hotels is on a mission. Recently, the owner/operator of 31 hotels hired an investment expert to source acquisition opportunities, equity investors, and debt financing. Today, Chas Henry joins the company as Senior VP of Business Development and Acquisitions. Henry is tasked with growing the company’s third-party management contracts and spreading the word that Meyer Jabara Hotels is exceptional at operating hotels for ownership groups looking to diversify the...
Jaime Montes de Oca Appointed Executive Chef for Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown
Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown | March 12, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC – March 12, 2024 - Jaime Montes de Oca was appointed executive chef for Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown. The announcement comes from Mark Huntley, general manager and regional vice president of the 413-room luxury hotel. A native of New York and a 20-year culinary veteran, Chef Montes de Oca boasts an impressive and all-encompassing resume, achieved through hard work, determination, and an innate ability to consistently innovate. Chef Montes de Oca describes his style as modern American with an Asian Influence. He sources locally and seasonally, and has a minimalist approach to taste and texture, letting ingredient...
Noble House Hotels & Resorts Names Martin Greenwood as New Area Managing Director for Two Naples Hotels
Noble House Hotels & Resorts | March 12, 2024
NAPLES, Fla. (March 12, 2024) – Noble House Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Martin Greenwood to Area Managing Director of LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort and Inn on Fifth. In his new role, Greenwood will be responsible for overseeing all resort operations and profitability, training and development of hotel leadership teams, and reinforcing providing day-to-day support for hospitality needs at both Naples-based boutique luxury properties. “ We are thrilled to welcome Martin to LaPlaya and Inn on Fifth’s family as our new area general manager,” said Linda Menshon, area director of sales and ma...
The Magnolia St. Louis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, Appoints New Leadership Team
Magnolia Hotel St. Louis | March 11, 2024
St. Louis, MO – March 11. 2024 – The Magnolia St. Louis proudly announces the addition of two new leaders joining the ranks of the historic Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Stacey Howlett has been appointed as the new General Manager and Amanda Lane will serve as Director of Sales and Marketing for the property. Both are long-time industry veterans and local St. Louis natives, with experience working with top hotel and hospitality brands and are committed to making downtown St Louis a top destination for the region. “These leadership changes come at an important time for Magnolia St. Louis. The downtown area is rebounding and thanks to our gr...
Minor Hotels Celebrates Appointment of Estelle Vassallo as General Manager of Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel
Anantara Hotels | March 11, 2024
March 6, 2024, Global hospitality group Minor Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Estelle Vassallo as General Manager at Anantara Convento di Amalfi Grand Hotel. With two decades of expertise in the hospitality industry, Estelle brings a wealth of experience and a dynamic vision to this unique property, situated 262 feet above the stunning town of Amalfi. Estelle's journey in the hospitality sector has been one of continuous growth and accomplishment. Her most recent role as Hotel Manager at sister property Anantara Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky Amsterdam served as a testament to her leadership skills and dedication to quality....
The Broadmoor Promotes Ann Alba Vice President and General Manager
The BROADMOOR | March 7, 2024
Colorado Springs, CO— March 7, 2024 — The Broadmoor is proud to announce the promotion of longtime employee Ann Alba, a 37-year leader of the resort's unmatched hospitality team, to vice president and general manager. Ms. Alba has been a member of The Broadmoor team since 1987. Ann has only had one path to pave during her lifetime: serving others in the highest form of hospitality, upholding the recognition of the longest consecutive recipient of the Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five-Diamond awards hotel worldwide. Hailing from Michigan, she grew up in her family's bar and restaurant business. Thirty-seven years ago, she walked through t...
Hilton Los Cabos Appoints Ruben Avila as New Food & Beverage Director
Hilton Los Cabos | March 7, 2024
Los Cabos, MX (March 7, 2024) – Hilton Los Cabos, an award-winning beachfront resort, has announced Ruben Avila as the resort’s new food and beverage director. An industry veteran with more than three decades of hospitality experience, Avila oversees all aspects of the resort’s restaurant operations including dining services, staff management, revenue management and strategic planning. In this role, Avila will manage the resort’s day-to-day operations for the culinary division, overseeing chefs, service staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences across all six (6) culinary concepts offered on property. Avila joins Hilton Los C...
Virginia’s Mountain Lake Lodge Welcomes Executive Chef Stephen DeMarco
Mountain Lake Lodge | March 7, 2024
PEMBROKE, Va., March 7, 2024 -- Mountain Lake Lodge is celebrating a new culinary tradition as it welcomes Executive Chef Stephen DeMarco to the award-winning resort. Long a visionary leader in the area's culinary scene, DeMarco brings sumptuous, inventive fare and the highest culinary standards to resort guests and area residents alike, overseeing culinary operations at Harvest Restaurant, Stony Creek Tavern, Salt Pond Pub, themed weekends, meetings and special events. Following a grand 10-year association with The Hotel Roanoke, Chef DeMarco's classical training and innovative style feature menus rich in locally sourced ingredien...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Appoints Trip Riggs as Chief Financial Officer
Omni Hotels & Resorts | March 7, 2024
DALLAS, TX (March 7, 2024) - Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Trip Riggs as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reporting to President Kurt Alexander. Riggs will oversee the company's finance and accounting functions and play a vital role in driving performance and growth within the executive leadership team. Regarding the appointment, Kurt Alexander shared: “Trip has a demonstrated track record of leading high-performing teams that support the business in generating best in class returns. We are excited to have him on the team, and we believe his expertise will allow Omni to further strengthen our ...
Deer Path Inn Appoints James Barnett as New General Manager
Deer Path Inn | March 6, 2024
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