Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
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Appointments
Richard Raab Joins Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol as General Manager
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol | August 14, 2023
With more than 25 years of experience with Four Seasons, Richard Raab has taken on his most exciting assignment yet as he looks ahead to the opening of the stunning new Four Seasons Resort and Residences Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol. “The breadth of Richard’s experience and his deep commitment to offering our guests luxury with genuine heart positioned him perfectly to take on the role of General Manager of our newest location in Mexico,” says Antoine Chahwan, Four Seasons President, Hotel Operations – Americas. “With the creation of this new resort experience well underway, Richard has been deeply involved in all aspects...
Hotel Washington Appoints Israel Lopez-Albarracin as Executive Chef
Hotel Washington | August 14, 2023
Washington, D.C., (Aug. 14, 2023) – Hotel Washington, an iconic destination, steeped in the culture and history of the nation's capital, announces the appointment of Israel Lopez-Albarracin as Executive Chef. Bringing a wealth of local industry experience to the role, Lopez-Albarracin will oversee the historic property’s brand new culinary outlet Fireclay, an open-fire kitchen concept that will serve simple and flavorful New American classics, which is slated to open late summer 2023. As Executive Chef, Lopez-Albarracin will lead a team of passionate food and beverage professionals at Fireclay. He will also be responsible for the ideatio...
Scott Eger Appointed General Manager for Sofitel Adelaide
Sofitel Adelaide | August 14, 2023
ADELAIDE, 14 August 2023 – Sofitel Adelaide is pleased to announce the appointment of passionate South Australian, Scott Eger, to the position of General Manager. Commencing this week (on 7 August 2023), Scott takes over the leadership position following the successful launch of the award-winning Sofitel Adelaide to the world in November 2021. Scott brings more than 20 years of experience to this general management role, having worked in senior executive and general management roles for leading properties throughout Australia and abroad during his distinguished career. “I am thrilled to be leading Sofitel Adelaide forward as we conti...
Manuel Deisen Appointed General Manager for W Nashville
W Nashville | August 10, 2023
Nashville, Tenn. – W Nashville announces the hire of Manuel Deisen as general manager of the Gulch luxury lifestyle hotel. In his new role, Deisen will be responsible for all daily hotel operations, including overseeing guest experience, business development, ownership relations, advancing employee engagement and development and managing the property’s unique brand identity. “It’s been a pleasure discovering the great things about my new hometown and I’m excited to hit the ground running to recommit W Nashville as a dynamic partner in this community,” said Deisen. “My team and I are eager to continue to strengthen W Nashville�...
Gigi Vega Named General Manager at Boar’s Head Resort
Boar’s Head Resort | August 10, 2023
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA: Boar’s Head Resort and the University of Virginia Foundation announced today the appointment of Gigi Vega as general manager effective Aug. 14. Vega, who has amassed more than three decades of hospitality experience over her career that spans the globe, comes to Charlottesville from San Francisco, where she was the general manager of the Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco at Embarcadero. Russ Cronberg, who has served as general manager at Boar’s Head for the last seven years, recently assumed the position of director of hospitality for the University of Virginia Foundation. “We are excited to have Gigi join the res...
Hilton Anaheim Appoints Sergio Bocci as New General Manager
Hilton Anaheim | August 10, 2023
ANAHEIM, California (August 10, 2023) – Hilton Anaheim, a full-service contemporary hotel adjacent to the Anaheim Convention Center and located steps away from Disneyland® Resort, has just appointed industry veteran Sergio Bocci as the new general manager of Orange County’s largest hotel property. Bocci previously worked for the Hilton Anaheim from 2012-2015 as Hotel Manager and boasts 38 years of experience working for Hilton Hotels & Resorts. Since June 2020, Sergio has served as the general manager of the acclaimed Hilton Los Cabos Beach & Golf Resort. During his tenure, he achieved record-breaking revenue in 2022 and succe...
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa Welcomes Ernesto Luna as New General Manager
InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa | August 9, 2023
DOMINICA – August 9, 2023 – InterContinental Dominica Cabrits Resort & Spa is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ernesto Luna as its new General Manager. With a proven track record in leading hotel openings, renovations and property conversions across Mexico and the U.S., Luna brings a wealth of experience and dynamic leadership to the resort. His vision for fostering creativity and innovation, as well as his commitment to exceptional service and community development, make him an invaluable addition to the executive team. In his new role, Ernesto Luna will be responsible for overseeing all resort operations and leading the e...
Montage Kapalua Bay Appoints Robert Friedl as General Manager
Montage Kapalua Bay | August 9, 2023
KAPALUA BAY, Hawaii (August 9, 2023) – Montage Hotels & Resorts today announces the appointment of Robert Friedl as general manager of Montage Kapalua Bay. With three decades of leadership experience in the hospitality industry, including a dozen years in Hawaii with a turn as resort manager during Montage Kapalua Bay’s reflagging and remodeling from The Residences at Kapalua Bay, Friedl is responsible for all the daily operations of the luxury beachfront resort. “I am pleased to welcome Robert Friedl back to Montage Kapalua Bay,” said Jason Herthel, president and chief operating officer of Montage International. “With many ...
Rosewood Vienna Appoints Roland Hamberger as New Managing Director
Rosewood Vienna | August 9, 2023
Rosewood Vienna is pleased to announce the appointment of Roland Hamberger as the new Managing Director of the ultra-luxury hotel located in the heart of Austria's capital. Rosewood Vienna opened in August 2022, making it the fifth European property in the Rosewood Hotels & Resorts® portfolio and the brand’s first in the German-speaking market. Under Roland’s leadership, the property aims to immerse guests in Austrian culture by providing exceptional experiences, services, and amenities, while simultaneously reinforcing Rosewood Vienna’s signature sense of place. In his new role as Managing Director of Rosewood Vienna, Roland will...
Valor Hospitality Americas Strategically Restructures to Prepare for Projected Growth
Valor Hospitality Partners | August 8, 2023
ATLANTA, August 8, 2023—Valor Hospitality Partners, a leading global full-service hospitality firm announced a corporate restructure for the Americas division as the company plans for further rapid growth as a result of recent portfolio and corporate team expansion. To support this vision, the company added several new leadership positions to its corporate Americas office, introducing Managing Director Craig Strickler as Valor Americas President and ushering three corporate directors into vice president positions to oversee department-level strategy. The announcement comes immediately following the Middle East and Central and South Afric...
Raffles Cambodia Appoints Andrew Hartley Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing
Raffles | August 8, 2023
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Aug. 8, 2023) — Raffles Hotels & Resorts has appointed Andrew Hartley as its new cluster director of sales and marketing, overseeing two of Southeast Asia’s most iconic luxury hotels: Raffles Hotel Le Royal and Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor. Hartley, who is based in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, brings more than 20 years of experience in luxury hotels around the world, including in Thailand, Singapore, Australia, China, Vietnam, the United Kingdom and Oman. He was most recently assistant vice president of strategic sales and marketing for Banyan Tree Hotels & Resorts in the Asia-Pacific based in Singapore. He was ...
AC Hotel New Orleans French Quarter Appoints Taylor McInerney as General Manager
Pacific Hospitality Group | August 8, 2023
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana [August 8, 2023] - AC Hotel New Orleans French Quarter has hired Taylor McInerney as General Manager. In this position, McInerney will efficiently manage and oversee day-to-day hotel operations, driving optimal performance and continuous improvement. “We are thrilled to welcome Taylor McInerney to the newly remodeled AC Hotel New Orleans French Quarter team,” said David Belk, Regional General Manager with Pacific Hospitality Group. "With his extensive leadership background in hospitality management and unwavering commitment to excellence, we are confident he will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our guests cont...
InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta Appoints George Terpilowski as General Manager
InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta | August 7, 2023
ATLANTA (August 7, 2023) – InterContinental Buckhead Atlanta – the leading luxury hotel in Atlanta’s affluent Buckhead community – proudly announces the appointment of George Terpilowski as General Manager to its executive team. Boasting over three decades of industry experience, the hospitality veteran will play a significant role in the hotel’s continued success, overseeing all aspects of the 422-room property, including everything from financial performance and guest experience to reinforcing the brand, while maximizing revenue and maintaining focus on strategic goals. "We're excited to welcome George Terpilowski to the InterC...
Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa Appoints Benjamin Donat as Spa Director
Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa | August 7, 2023
PALM BEACH, Fla., (August 7, 2023) – Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is pleased to introduce Benjamin Donat as Spa Director of Eau Spa, consistently rated by Forbes as one of the country’s top five-star spas. With over a decade of success, Benjamin Donat will bring a refreshed wave of wellness programming to Eau Spa and continue to enhance the already top-tier service, treatments and experiences. “We’re thrilled to welcome Mr. Donat to the team,” said Tim Nardi, general manager of Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. “As we enter our 10th year, he is the perfect person to continue the legacy of Eau Spa as one of the best spas in t...
Miguel Carrillo Appointed Director of Sales & Marketing at Wymara Resort and Villas
Wymara Resort and Villas | August 4, 2023
(Providenciales, Turks and Caicos) August 4, 2023 – Wymara Resort + Villas, the luxury Caribbean sanctuary on Turks & Caicos’ Grace Bay Beach, today announces the appointment of Miguel Carrillo as Director of Sales and Marketing. Carrillo brings more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including roles in the hotel, airline and tour operator sectors. A Venezuela native with multi-national experience, Carrillo joins Wymara Resort + Villas from Malliouhana Resort, the first luxury hotel in Anguilla, where he served as Director of Sales and Marketing and mentored a team of Sales & Events, Reservations and Marketi...
Lone Star Court Appoints Senaida Rodriguez as New Executive Chef
Lone Star Court | August 4, 2023
August 4, 2023 - Boutique hotel within Austin’s charming Domain district, Lone Star Court is excited to announce the appointment of Senaida Rodriguez as executive chef of their authentic Texas eatery, The Water Trough. In her new role, Chef Rodriguez will oversee all culinary operations at Lone Star Court, bringing a fresh take to The Water Trough’s current Texas-American offerings. “We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Rodriguez to The Water Trough team,” said William Barba, general manager at Lone Star Court. “Chef Rodriguez’s creative approach on traditional dishes and well-rounded culinary experience makes her a wonderful addit...
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Appoints Jeff Thompson as New General Manager
Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront | August 4, 2023
Jacksonville, Fla. (August 4, 2023) – Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, an upscale downtown hotel located on the St. Johns River next to the scenic Main Street Bridge, announces the appointment of Jeff Thompson as general manager. In his role, he will oversee the 951-room hotel, with 116,000 square feet of versatile function space, three on-site restaurants, a to-go market, and pool bar. Thompson joins the property from Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach. “I’m thrilled to join the team at Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront and become involved in the city’s vibrant community,” said Thompson. “The team at the hotel is secon...
Austin Luckett Appointed General Manager of MOLLIE Aspen Opening This Winter
MOLLIE Aspen | August 4, 2023
Aspen, CO (August 4, 2023) MOLLIE Aspen, a new 68-room boutique hotel opening this Winter in downtown Aspen, Colorado, is pleased to announce the appointment of its inaugural General Manager, Austin Luckett. In his new role, Luckett oversees all aspects of the hotel from operational leadership and talent acquisition to the core development of MOLLIE’s culture and training programs. The new boutique property comes from HayMax Capital, a leading local development firm, who enlisted award-winning studios Post Company for interior design, and CCY Architects for architecture, along with Gin & Luck, the group behind the critically acclaime...
San Antonio Marriott Hotels Appoints Chris Stanley as New Executive Chef
San Antonio Riverwalk Hotels | August 3, 2023
Seasoned chef, Chris Stanley, appointed as Executive Chef at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the River Walk and San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk SAN ANTONIO, Texas [Aug. 3, 2023] - The recently rebranded 30-year-old hotel, San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter on the River Walk, and its connected property, San Antonio Marriott Riverwalk, announces the appointment of Chris Stanley as Executive Chef. In his new capacity as Executive Chef, Stanley assumes the reins of all food and beverage operations at the hotels' five exceptional dining outlets, including the renowned Tributary. Prior to this role, Chef Stanley served as the Executive Chef...
The Union Station Nashville Yards Appoints Elvira Skomorowska as New Director of Sales & Marketing
The Union Station Nashville Yards | August 3, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN (August 1, 2023) - The Union Station Nashville Yards, a Marriott Autograph Collection hotel and historic former train station in downtown Nashville, is delighted to announce the appointment of Elvira Skomorowska as the hotel’s new Director of Sales & Marketing. A highly experienced leader in luxury historic hotels, Skomorowska will spearhead sales and marketing operations for the property’s 135 guest suites, meeting rooms, on-site restaurant and lobby bar. Skomorowska joins The Union Station with an extensive background, having served as Director of Sales & Marketing for multiple top tier boutique properties acros...
Four Seasons Hotel Amman Welcomes Nick Solomon as General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts | August 3, 2023
Four Seasons Hotel Amman welcomes Nick Solomon as the newly appointed General Manager of the luxurious 192-room Hotel in Amman, which provides the ideal home base to experience the capital and discover Jordan in an atmosphere of safety and peace of mind. From island life to city life, Solomon was the General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Seychelles at Desroches Island before joining the team in Amman in May of this year. Solomon is from Cape Town, South Africa, and brings with him a wealth of experience developed over his career at various hospitality brands that include Four Seasons, One & Only, La Residence Hotel and Villas, West...
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton Appoints Matt Korsos as New General Manager
Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton | August 2, 2023
ST. LOUIS (August 2, 2023) — Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton (7730 Bonhomme Ave, St. Louis, MO 63105), the 268-room hotel in Clayton, MO, announces the appointment of Matt Korsos as the hotel’s new general manager. Korsos brings over 20 years of hospitality leadership experience to his position at Le Meridien St. Louis Clayton with executive leadership at Magnolia Hotel (CoralTree Hospitality) in St. Louis, MO, and Hancock Hotel (First Hospitality Group) in Findlay, OH. In his new role, Korsos oversees the daily operations of the hotel, along with the hotel’s European-inspired restaurant, Cafe la Vie. Originally from San Antonio,...
The Memphian Appoints Bobbie Peppers to General Manager
The Memphian | August 2, 2023
MEMPHIS, TN – August 2, 2023 – The Memphian, the only hotel in Memphis’ Overton Square, is proud to announce Bobbie Peppers has been appointed General Manager. In her new role, Bobbie is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations for the 106-room boutique property and is instrumental in the management of the hotel’s two onsite restaurants Tiger & Peacock and Complicated Pilgrim. Peppers brings nearly two decades of hospitality experience to The Memphian, including time spent as Senior Sales Manager at Sheraton Music City Hotel in Nashville; Associate Director of Sales at Omni Hotel & Resorts in Louisville; Dire...
Christopher J. Collins Joins OTO Development as Vice President, Food & Beverage
OTO Development | August 2, 2023
SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA (August 2, 2023) — Christopher J. Collins has joined OTO Development as Vice President, Food & Beverage, bringing a medley of operations experience in restaurants, sports and entertainment venues, private clubs, and hotels. As part of The Johnson Group, South Carolina-based OTO develops, owns, and operates approximately 70 hotels across the country. Some of these properties offer brand-standard food and beverage while others feature OTO’s proprietary restaurant concepts. Collins will oversee the full F&B portfolio with an emphasis on elevating the guest experience while expanding revenue opportuni...