Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12, 2023
Appointments
Jackson Hole’s Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa Promotes Troy Batten to Area Director of Food and Beverage
Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa | September 25, 2023
JACKSON HOLE, WY – September 25, 2023 – Beloved Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa, part of the Noble House Hotels and Resorts collection of luxury hotels and resorts, happily announces the appointment of Troy Batten, the current Executive Chef of the hotel’s award-winning Spur Restaurant & Bar and Spur Catering, as the new Area Director of Food and Beverage. Batten began his career at Teton Mountain Lodge & Spa as lead cook 14 years ago. His strong work ethic and dedication quickly moved him up the ranks to Sous Chef, Chef De Cuisine, and finally to Executive Chef in 2019. Batten was instrumental in the success of Spur, help...
Hotel Crescent Court Appoints Shawn Nayyar as General Manager
Hotel Crescent Court | September 25, 2023
DALLAS – Sept. 25, 2023 – The iconic Hotel Crescent Court, set in the heart of Dallas’ vibrant Uptown, is proud to announce the appointment of its new General Manager, Shawn Nayyar. Nayyar brings more than 30 years of diverse global hospitality and leadership experience to the hotel. He will focus on hotel’s strategic goals while overseeing all operations of the 226-room property and the exclusive members- and guests-only Crescent Club. “Shawn’s unique entrepreneurial outlook and diverse global experiences are a remarkable addition to the hotel’s leadership team,” says Denise Mope, director of sales and marketing. “We a...
Xavier Moulin Appointed Managing Director of The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville
The Joseph | September 25, 2023
The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville Nashville, TN (September 11, 2023) – The Joseph, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Nashville, is pleased to announce the appointment of Xavier Moulin as its new Managing Director. With an impressive career in the hospitality industry spanning 25 years and eight countries, Moulin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role at the renowned downtown hotel, voted readers' number one favorite hotel in Nashville for two consecutive years in the Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2022 and 2023. Moulin holds a Hospitality Management degree from the prestigious Ecole Hôtelière de Lau...
Hilton Appoints Alejandro Larrondo as General Manager of Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort in Mexico
Hilton | September 22, 2023
CANCUN, Mexico and MCLEAN, Va. – September 22, 2023 – Hilton announced the appointment of Alejandro Larrondo as general manager of the 540-room Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort, expected to join Hilton’s all-inclusive portfolio on October 23rd 2023. Centrally located in Cancun’s popular hotel zone, the beachfront resort features world-class culinary concepts and bars, family-friendly amenities, multiple pools, a refreshed spa and more. A hospitality industry veteran with 24 years of experience, Larrondo most recently served as a multi-property general manager at Santiago Marriott & Courtyard Santiago Las Condes, wh...
Cedric Nubul Named as Area Manager for Brazil and General Manager of Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana and Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro
Hilton | September 22, 2023
SAO PAULO, Brazil and MCLEAN, Va. – September 22, 2023 – Hilton announced the appointment of Cedric Nubul as area manager for Brazil and general manager of Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana and Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro. As area manager, Nubul will be responsible for leading and inspiring the teams across a portfolio of five managed Hilton multi-branded hotels in Brazil, while also managing operations of the two hotels in Rio de Janeiro. “ A hospitality industry veteran with 22-years of experience, Nubul most recently served as general manager of Hilton Singapore Orchard, the largest Hilton in the Asia Pacific, where he led the succ...
Matthew McGuigan Appointed General Manager of Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador in Hawaii
Romer | September 22, 2023
HONOLULU, HI (September 22, 2023) – Highgate, a leading hotel management, investment and development company, has appointed Matthew McGuigan as General Manager of Romer Waikiki at The Ambassador. In his new role, McGuigan will oversee all operations and management of the highly anticipated property, scheduled to open October 1, 2023. An innovative and authentic professional with over 25 years of experience, McGuigan joins Romer Waikiki from the Ala Moana Hotel by Mantra in downtown Honolulu, where he served as Hotel Manager for the past five years. Prior, he served as Hotel Manager at the Roosevelt Hotel Seattle, Director of Rooms at The...
Coast Hotels Appoints Dale Prout as Director, Development
Coast Hotels | September 22, 2023
Vancouver, B.C. – September 22, 2023 – Coast Hotels Limited, a fully owned subsidiary of APA Hotel Canada, Inc. and one of North America’s fastest-growing and one of Canada’s largest hotel brands, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dale Prout as Director, Development, located in California. In his new role, Dale will focus on growing Coast Hotels’ portfolio of franchised and managed hotels in North America specifically targeting key locations throughout the West Coast of the USA to support the company’s exponential growth and expansion strategy. “On behalf of everyone at Coast Hotels, we are delighted that Dale has ta...
The 563-key Prince Waikiki in Honolulu Welcomes Sean Ganhinhin as New General Manager
Prince Waikiki | September 21, 2023
HONOLULU (Sept. 20, 2023) - Prince Waikiki, the upscale, four-diamond property in the heart of Honolulu, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sean Ganhinhin as General Manager. In this new role, Ganhinhin will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel's operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and implementing strategic initiatives to elevate the hotel's reputation as a luxury destination in Hawaii. "I am thrilled to join the exceptional team at Prince Waikiki and embrace the opportunity to create unforgettable experiences for our guests,” said Ganhinhin. “I look forward to writing this exciting new chapter...
California’s Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter Appoints Jim Hollister as General Manager
Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter | September 21, 2023
San Diego, Calif. (September 21, 2023) – Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Hollister as General Manager. With an exceptional background in hospitality and operations leadership, Hollister brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving sustainable growth, enhancing guest experiences, and achieving outstanding sales results. In his role as General Manager, Hollister will manage and oversee daily hotel operations, maintain standards for guest satisfaction, and provide leadership and direction to the staff at Margaritaville Hotel San Diego Gaslamp Quarter. "I am ...
Nevada’s Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino Names Lucas Curcio as Director of Food and Beverage
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino | September 20, 2023
Incline Village, Nevada (September 20, 2023)– Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino, a spacious resort nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of North Lake Tahoe, announces Lucas Curcio as the new director of food and beverage. Curcio joins the property from Park Hyatt St. Kitts Christophe Harbour where he held the title of executive chef. “We are thrilled to have Lucas join our family at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe,” said Kressa, Olguin, area director of marketing at Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino. “With his help, we are excited to continue providing unforgettable dining experiences for our guests.” Or...
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection in Southern Napa Valley, California Welcomes New General Manager Laura McIver
Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection | September 20, 2023
NAPA VALLEY, CALIF. (September 20, 2023) - Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection, an award-winning luxury resort sprawling over 700-acres in Southern Napa Valley is pleased to announce the appointment of Laura McIver to General Manager. Laura comes to Stanly Ranch, Auberge Resorts Collection with an illustrious list of hospitality experience that encompasses over 15 years in the role of General Manager, including Miraval Resorts in Arizona, Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica, and most recently, at Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa, a Relais & Châteaux in Rancho Santa Fe, California. “I am thrilled to be joining the Stanly Ranch...
Daniel Haughan Named General Manager of Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island in Texas
Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island | September 20, 2023
South Padre Island, Texas (Sept. 20, 2023) – Today, Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island announces the appointment of Daniel Haughan as General Manager. Haughan joins Margaritaville Beach Resort South Padre Island, the first beachfront property in the Margaritaville portfolio, from Summit Hospitality Group in Nashville, Tennessee. Previously, he worked as General Manager at Canopy by Hilton in San Antonio and Homewood Suites in Moab, Utah. “I’m thrilled to be joining the Margaritaville team. Together, I am confident we can deliver one-of-a-kind experiences for guests from across Texas and beyond,” said Haughan. Highline H...
AC Hotel Irvine in California Welcomes Yuni Hunter as General Manager
Pacific Hospitality Group | September 19, 2023
IRVINE, California [Sep. 19, 2023] - AC Hotel Irvine proudly introduces Yuni Hunter as its new General Manager. In this role, Hunter will oversee and manage the daily operations of the property. With over 16 years of senior hospitality leadership, Hunter brings a wealth of experience and industry expertise to the Irvine-based hotel. She has overseen several new hotel openings, managed renovations, and reactivations during the 2019 COVID-19 pandemic. Previous roles include General Manager at Springhill Suites Los Angeles Downey, General Manager at Springhill Suites Huntington Beach by Marriott, General Manager at Interstate Hotels, and Gener...
OUTRIGGER Appoints Two New Waikiki General Managers, Kiana Beimes and Cecilia Hamao
OUTRIGGER | September 19, 2023
OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce Kiana Beimes as General Manager of the OHANA Waikiki East by OUTRIGGER and Ceci Hamao as General Manager of the OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. Both Beimes and Hamao will oversee their respective hotel operations in addition to developing strategic plans to ensure profitability and growth. Earlier this year, Beimes was appointed Hotel Manager of the OHANA Waikiki East by OUTRIGGER; before that she was Area Director of Front Services for the property in addition to the OUTRIGGER Waikiki Beachcomber Hotel. She was also Assistant Area Director for the same hotels and OUTRIGGER Waikiki...
Eric Fullem Joins Plant Riverside District in Savannah, Georgia as Executive Chef
Plant Riverside District | September 18, 2023
SAVANNAH, Ga. (Sept. 18, 2023) – Plant Riverside District – a leading destination for exceptional food, live entertainment and more in Savannah, Ga. – recently hired former Sea Island Company Executive Chef Eric Fullem as Executive Chef. At Plant Riverside District, Fullem oversees culinary operations at 14 acclaimed restaurants as well as banquet services for the award-winning JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District located on Savannah’s historic riverfront. Fullem brings 19 years of culinary experience to Plant Riverside District and is a respected chef with extensive experience planning upscale wine dinners, fresh seaso...
Fairmont Dallas Introduces Rajiv Jha as Director of Food & Beverage
ACCORHOTELS | September 18, 2023
DALLAS - September 18, 2023 - Fairmont Dallas is thrilled to welcome Rajiv Jha as the newly appointed Director of Food & Beverage. Reporting to the Hotel Operations Director, he will oversee all Food & Beverage operations at Fairmont Dallas, the iconic Dallas Arts District hotel. Jha most recently worked as Food & Beverage General Manager at Fairmont Grand Del Mar. Prior to that he served as the F&B Outlets Manager at Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii and Fairmont Dubai. With international experience in United Arab Emirates, India, and East Africa; Jha brings over 16 years of hotel and food and beverage leadership experience to his ...
Omni Hotels & Resorts Names Four Seasons Veteran Vince Parrotta to Newly Created Chief Operating Officer Role
Omni Hotels | September 18, 2023
Dallas, TX – Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Vince Parrotta as its new Chief Operating Officer. With over 40 years of operations experience, Parrotta brings a wealth of expertise from his previous role as President, Hotel Operations - Americas at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. This strategic move comes as Omni embarks on its first brand refresh in over a decade, aiming to provide elevated guest experiences amidst significant growth to its diverse portfolio. In this newly created position at Omni, Parrotta will oversee hotel operations as well as related brand and guest experience roles. “The ...
The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Edinburgh, Appoints Andrew McPherson as General Manager
The Balmoral | September 18, 2023
EDINBURGH, SEPTEMBER 2023: The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte hotel in Edinburgh, has announced the appointment of Andrew McPherson to the position of General Manager. Andrew will oversee the iconic Edinburgh hotel, boasting 167 rooms and 20 suites as well as a comprehensive spa and fitness centre and a diverse culinary offering. This encompasses two restaurants: the acclaimed fine dining restaurant, Number One, Brasserie Prince and its bar, Bar Prince. Additionally, the Palm Court is known for its celebrated afternoon-tea experience and the prestigious world-class whisky destination, SCOTCH. The only Forbes Five-Star hotel in Scotland is d...
InterContinental New York Barclay Appoints Sofia Vandaele as Regional Director of Operations
InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts | September 14, 2023
NEW YORK, New York (September 14, 2023) – InterContinental® New York Barclay Hotel (Known as The Barclay), owned by 111 East 48th Street Holdings, LLC and managed by IHG, has announced the appointment of Sofia Vandaele as Regional Director of Operations, Luxury & Lifestyle, NYC. In her new role, she will helm the luxury brand’s strategic direction and brand awareness for both InterContinental® New York Barclay and InterContinental® Times Square. Vandaele launched her career in her native country of Belgium and held numerous sales and marketing roles which paved the groundwork for her incredible acumen, working at properties i...
Azul Hospitality Group Promotes Alvaro Fraile to Chief Executive Officer and Mark Crisci to President
Azul Hospitality Group | September 14, 2023
San Diego, CA, September 14, 2023 — Azul Hospitality Group, a premier hospitality company providing innovative approaches to maximizing an asset's performance, announced today the promotions of Alvaro Fraile to Chief Executive Officer, and Mark Crisci to President of the organization. Fraile joined the company in 2021 as Chief Operating Officer. He previously held senior positions with AC Hotels and Marriott International. He will provide oversight for all of Azul's hospitality-related operations. Crisci joined the company in 2014 as Chief Investment Officer. He previously held senior positions with several hospitality management firms and...
Justin Miller Promoted to Executive Chef at The Broadmoor
The Broadmoor | September 14, 2023
Colorado Springs, Colo. – September 2023 – The Broadmoor is pleased to announce the promotion of Justin Miller to the position of Executive Chef. Chef Justin Miller has been an invaluable member of The Broadmoor's culinary team for the past 25 years, first joining the resort as an extern from Pennsylvania Culinary Institute in 1998 and later being named Chef de Cuisine of the resort’s La Tavern restaurant in 2001. Miller was appointed as The Broadmoor’s Executive Sous Chef in 2017. In his new role as Executive Chef, Chef Miller will oversee the resort's culinary operations, including its diverse range of acclaimed restaurants,...
HRI Hospitality Appoints Opening Leadership Team for Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown
Tempo by Hilton | September 13, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN. (September 13, 2023) – HRI Hospitality (“HRI”), based in New Orleans, announces two appointments to lead the opening of Tempo by Hilton Nashville Downtown, including Rick Schatz as general manager and Ronni Anderson as director of sales and marketing. The new hotel is scheduled to open in spring 2024 adjacent to Nashville Yards in the heart of downtown. In their new roles, Schatz and Anderson will oversee the property’s 306 rooms, multiple food and beverage concepts including Nashville’s first Bluestone Lane café, 1,000-square-foot fitness center, outdoor pool and event lawn, fifth-floor sky lobby with expansiv...
Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk Names David Arciniega as Executive Chef
Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk | September 13, 2023
SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS. (September 13, 2023) – Thompson San Antonio – Riverwalk, an award-winning contemporary hotel on the banks of the iconic San Antonio River Walk, today announced the appointment of David Arciniega as Executive Chef. A native of San Antonio, Chef Arciniega has been a member of the hotel’s culinary team since he joined as Executive Sous Chef in 2022, responsible for the concept design and execution of all private events. In his new role, Chef Arciniega will oversee the hotel’s culinary program, from weddings and events to its signature dining venues, The Moon’s Daughters and Cenote Pool Deck, which offer Mediterrane...
The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas Appoints Pankaj Singh Panwar as Executive Chef
Westin Hotels & Resorts | September 13, 2023
September 13, 2023 — The Westin Resort & Spa, Himalayas one of the most iconic resorts in Marriott International’s diverse portfolio in India, has announced the appointment of Pankaj Singh Panwar as its Executive Chef. Pankaj will be responsible for spearheading the culinary operations, ensuring efficiency, supervising quality guest experiences and satisfaction. Pankaj Singh Panwar is a seasoned chef with global experience of over a decade in the hospitality industry. His primary responsibilities will involve supervising the culinary operations, upholding high-quality standards, improving efficiency, and ensuring utmost guest sat...
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