Four Seasons Hotel Bahrain Bay Promotes Jason Rodgers to General Manager
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts | April 12, 2023
Appointments
AHLA Welcomes Omer Acar as Executive Committee Member
AHLA | May 5, 2023
WASHINGTON (May 5, 2023) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced today that Raffles & Orient Express Chief Executive Officer Omer Acar has been appointed to AHLA’s executive committee. AHLA’s executive committee includes top leaders representing all segments of the hospitality industry, and their insight guides its policy agenda. “Omer is an accomplished leader and one of the world’s foremost experts in luxury hospitality,” said AHLA President & CEO Chip Rogers. “AHLA’s executive committee already features some of hospitality’s top minds, and the addition of Omer will help this esteeme...
IHG’s Group CEO Keith Barr to Step Down
IHG Hotels & Resorts | May 5, 2023
InterContinental Hotels Group (“IHG”) [LON:IHG, NYSE:IHG (ADRs)] today announces that Keith Barr has informed the Board of his decision to step down from his role as Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and from the IHG Board. Keith intends to return with his family to the US. His final day as CEO will be 30 June, after which he will remain available to support and advise the business until the end of 2023. Keith will be succeeded by Elie Maalouf, a member of IHG’s Board and Executive Committee, who has led IHG’s Americas business as regional CEO for the past eight years. Elie will take up his new position on 1 July and will be base...
Jumby Bay Island, Antigua Appoints Andrew Jeffries as Executive Head of Sales & Marketing
Oetker Collection | May 4, 2023
May 4, 2023 – Oetker Collection is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew Jeffries as Executive Head of Sales & Marketing at Jumby Bay Island in the Caribbean, with immediate effect. Set in one of the most beautiful locations in the world, Jumby Bay Island is a private island just two miles off mainland Antigua. Ringed with coral reefs and reachable only by boat, with not a car in sight, the pristine island is a place to unwind and reconnect with nature in the most luxurious of surroundings. Jumby Bay Island is renowned as one of the world’s most exclusive resorts. A native New Yorker, Jeffries commenced his hospitality c...
Mustafa Balmus Appointed as General Manager of The Bodrum EDITION
The Bodrum EDITION | May 4, 2023
May 2023: The Bodrum EDITION is pleased to announce the appointment of Mustafa Bulmus as the new General Manager. Having been Hotel Manager at the resort previously and a General Manager at the W Istanbul and Ritz-Carlton Residences Istanbul, Mustafa is set to bring a wealth of experience as he returns to the Bodrum EDITION in his new role. Responsible for the acclaimed opening of The Ritz-Carlton Residences Istanbul, whilst also being an integral part of the pre-opening task force as the commercial lead at The Reykjavik EDITION and the Times Square EDITION, Mustafa is fueled by his agility and ambition. Mustafa, through his impressive hot...
Crescent Hotels & Resorts Appoints Gary DeSoiza as General Manager of Newly Opened 33 Seaport Hotel
Crescent Hotels & Resorts | May 4, 2023
New York, NY– 33 Seaport Hotel, a newly opened boutique property managed by Crescent Hotels & Resorts, announces the appointment of Gary DeSoiza as General Manager. With over 20 years of hospitality experience, he will oversee all aspects of the 66-room property including daily operations and continued revenue and reputation growth strategies. “We are thrilled to welcome Gary as an invaluable addition to the 33 Seaport team,” said Founder, President & CEO of Crescent Hotels & Resorts, Michael George. “His leadership roles and extensive experience in the New York market and beyond will undoubtedly help us to furth...
The Broadmoor Promotes Executive Chef David Patterson to Vice President of Food and Beverage
The Broadmoor | May 4, 2023
COLORADO SPRINGS, May 2, 2023 - The Broadmoor announced the promotion of David Patterson to vice president of food and beverage. In this leadership role, Patterson will oversee all food and beverage operations while maintaining the resort's high culinary standards and enriching the resort’s award-winning dining experiences. Prior to this new position, Patterson was The Broadmoor’s executive chef and was responsible for overseeing the iconic resort’s diverse collection of restaurants, cafes, and lounges, as well as servicing over 300,000 square feet of banquet and event space. “For nearly ten years, David has been an integral part...
Donohoe Hospitality Services Names Angela Bethea Executive Chef of Cambria Washington, D.C. Capitol Riverfront
Donohoe Hospitality Services | May 3, 2023
BETHESDA, Md., May 3, 2023 – Che’ McKissic, corporate beverage director of Donohoe Hospitality Services (DHS), a division of Donohoe, today named Angela Bethea executive chef at RowHouse restaurant and Perch SW, the rooftop bar & lounge that sits atop the Cambria Hotel Washington, D.C. Capitol Riverfront. In her new role, Bethea will oversee, implement and regularly update the food & beverage program for the select-service hotel located within walking distance of Nationals Park, home of the Washington, D.C. Major League Baseball team. “Chef Bethea's extensive culinary background will enhance the experienced team already in...
Elodie Lacroix Named General Manager of Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese
Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese | May 3, 2023
Rome (May 3, 2023) – Hospitality veteran Elodie Lacroix has been named General Manager of Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese in Rome, Italy. As part of her new role, she is responsible for managing all aspects of the hotel’s operations, including the property’s 78 luxury rooms and suites and unique offerings. With over 17 years in the hospitality industry, Mrs. Lacroix brings a dynamic perspective to the Sofitel Rome Villa Borghese team. As the hotel’s strategic leader, she will work towards exceeding guest expectations through immersive experiences, world-class service, and exclusive amenities. She will begin as general manager at the h...
Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland Appoints Casey O’Donnell as Director of Sales & Marketing
May 3, 2023
Portland, Oregon (May 3, 2023) - Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland is excited to announce the appointment of Casey O’Donnell as Director of Sales & Marketing. Casey brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience to his role as Director of Sales & Marketing at Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland in Oregon. As a fourth generation Portlander, Casey’s hospitality career includes more than 15 years of experience in sales and marketing, including a previous tenure with Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants in Portland. Prior to his role at Kimpton Hotel Vintage Portland, Casey spent two years as the Director of Sales & Marketing at Royal...
Alila Napa Valley Appoints Heidi Miersemann as General Manager
Alila Napa Valley | May 3, 2023
St. Helena, CA — (May 2023) — Alila Napa Valley, the luxury adults-only boutique resort resting amidst vineyards in the St. Helena community of Napa Valley, California is pleased to announce the appointment of Heidi Miersemann as General Manager. Heidi Miersemann joins Alila Napa Valley with 25 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry, most recently with Hyatt at the Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa. Her move to Napa Valley is a return to her home in wine country and she brings with her experience with Hyatt, Hilton and Starwood. She has a history of serving as a Board Member in destination resort communities in...
AHLA Announces New Hires, Names Fonda Federal Affairs Director
AHLA | May 3, 2023
WASHINGTON (May 3, 2023) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced two new staff additions who will further expand the organization’s government affairs and advocacy capabilities. Kat Fonda has been named AHLA’s Director of Federal Affairs. In this new role, she will be responsible for policy development and advocacy before Congress and other federal government agencies. Fonda joins AHLA from Fundraising Inc., where she served as a fundraising consultant to several dozen members of Congress, including multiple committee chairmen and U.S. senators, providing counsel to members and senior congressional...
The Kimpton Pittman Hotel Dallas Appoints Bill Jordan as Director of Sales and Marketing
The Kimpton Pittman Hotel Dallas | May 2, 2023
DALLAS – Bill Jordan, an award-winning sales executive and veteran of the hospitality industry with deep ties to Texas, has been appointed Director of Sales and Marketing for The Kimpton Pittman Hotel Dallas. Mr. Jordan, who is already serving in his new role, oversees all strategic sales and marketing initiatives for the historic property, bringing nearly four decades of leadership, sales acumen, market analysis, and strategic planning experience to the hotel. “Bill is a highly accomplished professional and a true asset to our team, his expertise in sales and marketing, combined with his years of hotel experience will be an invaluable r...
Hanif Mohammad Named Executive Chef at the TownePlace Suites Nashville Downtown/Capitol District
TownePlace Suites Nashville Downtown/Capitol District | May 2, 2023
NASHVILLE, TN. (May 2, 2023) – TownePlace Suites Nashville Downtown/Capitol District is thrilled to announce that Hanif Mohammad is now serving as Executive Chef, overseeing all food & beverage operations at the hotel. Mohammad has spent the last 23+ years at the Nashville Airport Marriott, serving as Executive Chef for the past 14 years. A member of the American Culinary Federation and a dynamic leader, Mohammad managed a team of 35 people at the Nashville Airport Marriott and oversaw all food & beverage for four restaurant outlets and the catering operations for 25,000 square feet of event space. Since joining the TownPlac...
Holston House, John Schneekloth, Director of Food & Beverage
Holston House | May 2, 2023
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – May 2, 2023 – Holston House, a 191-room boutique hotel in downtown Nashville, Tenn., announced today the appointment of John Schneekloth as its director of food & beverage. The 30-year industry veteran joins the Holston House team with a focus on elevating property-wide food and beverage aspects, including providing top-tier service, developing progressive menu and cocktail items, creating enhanced ambiance and delivering exceptional guest experiences. With a background specializing in restaurants and cocktail programs, Schneekloth will lead the Holston House’s culinary teams at all on-site outlets, inclu...
The Lake House on Canandaigua Welcomes New General Manager Chris Jennings
The Lake House on Canandaigua | May 2, 2023
Canandaigua, N.Y. (May 2, 2023) – The Lake House on Canandaigua, the Finger Lakes’ premier luxury hotel, has welcomed seasoned luxury hospitality leader Chris Jennings as its new general manager. Throughout his 17-year career, Jennings has gained extensive experience managing guest services and operations at high-end hotels and resorts across the U.S. and beyond, including overseeing two major property openings and successfully leading teams of up to 200 associates. Jennings will officially assume his new role on April 24. Jennings will relocate to Canandaigua from Nashville, Tennessee this spring, where he most recently served as the di...
Meyer Jabara Hotels Promotes Heather Sanborn to Corporate Director Revenue Management
Meyer Jabara Hotels | May 2, 2023
Sanborn brings 23 years of hospitality experience to the table with more than a decade in revenue management; Says sky is the limit for MJH revenue growth potential [Danbury, Conn., May 2, 2023] — To keep on its established trajectory for growth and profitability, President Justin Jabara promotes Heather Sanborn to corporate Director of Revenue Management effective immediately. Previously serving as regional director of revenue management, Sanborn is now responsible for overseeing the entire portfolio and assisting regional revenue managers in their day-to-day tasks. “From the moment Heather joined Meyer Jabara Hotels she emerged as...
Hôtel Swexan Appoints Leadership Ahead of Summer 2023 Opening
Hôtel Swexan | May 1, 2023
DALLAS (May 1, 2023) - Set to open in the Summer of 2023, Hôtel Swexan, owned and operated by global Dallas-based real estate firm, Harwood International, is pleased to announce key appointments to its leadership team including General Manager, Julian Payne, Vice President of Operations, Ben Yoo and Executive Chef, Raymond Bocanegra. A family-owned, 134-room boutique concept, Hôtel Swexan’s leadership team is comprised of acclaimed industry veterans that will work together to introduce a new level of luxury to Dallas. Having a track record of over 30 years of proven success managing both boutique and top 5 star hotels including The Ritz...
Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa Welcomes Director of Sales and Marketing Bryan Hart
Park Hyatt Aviara | April 27, 2023
CARLSBAD, Calif. (April 27, 2023) – Park Hyatt Aviara, the iconic Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond Southern California resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan Hart as director of sales and marketing. A seasoned veteran in the hospitality industry with nearly two decades of experience, Hart oversees sales and marketing strategy to drive overall revenue growth for the resort as it completes the final phase of its $60+ million property-wide transformation with the introduction of Miraval Life in Balance Spa Aviara. Throughout his career, Hart has held executive and upper management level roles for a multitude of unique ...
Olympia Hotel Management Appoints Karl McElligott as Director of Food & Beverage
Olympia Hotel Management | April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023. Portland, ME. Olympia Hotel Management has named Karl McElligott the Director of Food & Beverage. McElligott was previously the Director of Food & Beverage at Fathom Companies in Portland, overseeing all F&B operations at The Press Hotel and Canopy Portland Waterfront. Before that, he was the Director of Food & Beverage at Stowe Mountain Lodge and the Director of Restaurants at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa. “We are pleased to welcome Karl to Olympia’s executive team,” said Sara Masterson, President of Olympia Hotel Management. “His extraordinary talent, creativity, and passion for the F&B side of the ind...
Twenty Four Seven Hotels Names Dan Grunbeck Corporate F&B Director
Twenty Four Seven Hotels | April 26, 2023
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif., April 26, 2023—Twenty Four Seven Hotels, a third-party hospitality management company for premium-branded, select-service and lifestyle hotel segments in the western U.S., today announced that it has named Dan Grunbeck corporate F&B director. In the newly created role, he will implement and lead strategic operations to enhance offerings and partner with hotels to create unique, market-based food and beverage concepts, as well as source quality products that adhere to brand standards. “Dan is a proven F&B leader well known for developing innovative dining experiences while boosting efficiencies,” said Da...
The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection Hotel, Welcomes Pablo Migoya as New General Manager
The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection hotel | April 26, 2023
JACKSON, WY (April 26, 2023) – The Cloudveil, an Autograph Collection hotel, is proud to announce the appointment of Pablo Migoya as general manager of Jackson Hole’s only luxury boutique hotel located on the historic Town Square. Bringing more than two decades of luxury hospitality experience to this role, Migoya is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations of the award-winning 100-room hotel nestled at the gateway of Grand Teton National Park, one hour south of Yellowstone National Park, and in the center of the town’s boutique shops, restaurants, galleries, and more. Migoya’s impressive 25-plus-year hospitality career i...
Detroit Foundation Hotel Appoints Rece Hogerheide as Executive Chef
Detroit Foundation Hotel | April 26, 2023
April 26, 2023, Detroit, MI - Detroit Foundation Hotel has appointed Rece Hogerheide as Executive Chef of Detroit Foundation Hotel and The Apparatus Room, taking over from one of the most decorated chefs to cook in Detroit, Thomas Lents, who held the role since 2017 when the Detroit Foundation Hotel opened. With Lents at the helm, The Apparatus Room became one of Detroit’s top dining destinations, winning numerous accolades and awards including, Detroit Free Press's coveted “Restaurant of the Year” and “Hottest Restaurant of the Year” by Eater Detroit. Throughout the years, Lents’ kitchen served as the training ground for many y...
Cendyn Announces Senior Leadership Team Expansion
Cendyn | April 26, 2023
Following the appointment of Jack Blaha as CEO, Cendyn announces the appointment of a Chief Financial Officer, Chief Legal Officer, Chief Operations Officer, Chief Product Officer and the promotion of long-standing Chief Marketing Officer to President & Chief Marketing Officer April 26, 2023 – Boca Raton, FL — Cendyn, a catalyst for digital transformation in the hospitality industry, today announced the appointment of four new executives to its management team, as well as one significant promotion. The new personnel include Chief Financial Officer (CFO) B Papadakis, Chief Legal Officer (CLO) Alifya Curtin, Chief Product Officer (CPO...
Marcus Hotels & Resorts Promotes Jeff Stewart to General Manager of Hilton Milwaukee City Center
Marcus Hotels & Resorts | April 25, 2023
MILWAUKEE, April 25, 2023 – Marcus® Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized owner and management company and division of The Marcus Corporation, today announced that Jeff Stewart has been promoted to general manager of the landmark Hilton Milwaukee City Center. Stewart returns to the property where he previously served as hotel manager, bringing with him more than 20 years of hotel management experience, including eight years with Marcus Hotels & Resorts. “We are excited to welcome Jeff back to Hilton Milwaukee City Center to lead this iconic Milwaukee property,” said Michael Evans, president of Marcus Hotels & Resor...
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