Spire Hospitality Appoints Sanjay Mahajan as General Manager of Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle North Lynnwood

Spire Hospitality | November 21, 2023

IRVING, TX — November 21, 2023 — Spire Hospitality has named Sanjay Mahajan as the new general manager of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle North Lynnwood in Lynnwood, WA. Mahajan will lead all facets of operations, including marketing, hotel oversight, and guest services and satisfaction. He brings more than 30 years of hospitality experience to his new role and has worked in North America, Europe, and Asia for organizations such as Sonesta Hotels & Resorts, Radisson Hotel Group, Westin Hotels & Resorts, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, and Hyatt International. Mahajan holds an MBA ...

Centara Hotels & Resorts Appoints Chen Thipvarodom as General Manager of the Soon-to-Open Centara Ayutthaya

Centara | November 20, 2023

Chen Thipvarodom brings proven track record and unwavering passion for hospitality to a new property set to open end of 2023 Bangkok, Thailand – 20th November 2023 – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Thailand's leading hotel operator, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chen Thipvarodom as the General Manager of the highly anticipated Centara Ayutthaya. Set to open its doors at the end of this year, this stunning new property is another exciting collaboration between Central Pattana, a global sustainable real estate company and developer of Central shopping centres, residential projects, office buildings and hotels across Thaila...

Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa Appoints New Members to Food and Beverage Team

Gurney’s Resorts | November 20, 2023

With this introduction, the luxury resort will usher in a new wave of culinary offerings (Scottsdale, AZ) – Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of key personnel to its food and beverage leadership team, including Gregory James as Executive Chef, Paul Carter as Food & Beverage Director, Matthew Hobbs as Executive Sous Chef, Thomas Porrazzo as General Manager of elements and jade bar and Russell Senser as Sommelier. With the introduction of the robust team, Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa will usher in a new wave of gastronomic offerings at the lux...

San Ysidro Ranch Appoints Andrew Caine as Director of Food and Beverage

San Ysidro Ranch | November 20, 2023

SANTA BARBARA, CA (November 20, 2023) – San Ysidro Ranch, a Ty Warner Property famed for ultimate privacy and A-list discretion, announced today that Andrew Caine has been appointed as director of food and beverage. As the longest standing luxury resort in the community, San Ysidro Ranch has served as an icon of the region for over a century and its award-winning restaurants offer gracious hospitality, mouthwatering cuisine, and a rustic romantic setting. In his new role, Caine will execute food and beverage operations to the highest standards; hire, train and manage culinary staff; and ensure exceptional customer service, guest satisfac...

U.S. Travel Inducts Roger Dow, Elliott L. Ferguson, II, and Peter F. Herschend Into Hall of Leaders

U.S. Travel Association | November 20, 2023

WASHINGTON (November 20, 2023) — Travel industry leaders Roger Dow, former president and CEO of the U.S. Travel Association, Elliott L. Ferguson, II, president and CEO of Destination DC, and Peter F. Herschend, co-founder of Herschend Enterprises, were inducted into the U.S. Travel Association Hall of Leaders on Wednesday. Dow was the 2022 inductee while Ferguson and Herschend were the 2023 honorees. Dow, Ferguson and Herschend were honored at a dinner attended by more than 100 U.S. Travel board members and guests in Washington, DC. Distinguished individuals are named to the U.S. Travel Association’s Hall of Leaders for sustaine...

Six Senses Fort Barwara Appoints Aaron McGrath as Regional General Manager

Six Senses | November 16, 2023

India, November 2023 — Six Senses Fort Barwara is proud to announce the appointment of Aaron McGrath as Regional General Manager. A holder of both a Diploma in Hotel Management from Hotel Institute Montreux, Switzerland and an MBA from Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne, Switzerland, and a career spanning over three decades in the international hospitality industry, Aaron brings a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and a dynamic leadership approach to lead our team into an exciting new era. Aaron has consistently excelled in the fast-paced, ever-evolving world of international hospitality, hotels, and integrated resorts. His pragmatic leadership st...

The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village Appoints Jennifer Trapani as Director of Sales and Marketing

The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village | November 15, 2023

Cape Coral, FL – November 15, 2023 – The Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Trapani as Director of Sales and Marketing. An experienced hospitality industry leader, recognized for her work across Marriott International for nearly three decades, Jennifer will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for the waterfront resort. Additionally, Jennifer will be responsible for identifying innovative business-generating strategies, implementing targeted sales techniques to broaden guest outreach, and optimizing revenue growth. “Jennifer’s expertise in sales and marketing, parti...

David Bodette Appointed Managing Director at The Preserve Sporting Club & Residences

Preserve Sporting Club & Residences | November 15, 2023

RICHMOND, RI (Sept. 5, 2023) - The Preserve Sporting Club & Residences is excited to announce the appointment of its new managing director, luxury lifestyle resort veteran, David Bodette. The Preserve is proud to welcome Bodette as he steps into this prominent position at New England's premier sporting club and esteemed sanctuary. Bodette will help to lead The Preserves' community of professionals in their mission to enrich the master-planned community for guests’ members and owners. As managing director, Bodette will oversee daily operations of the 52 rooms + suites at Hilltop Lodge as well as the property's portfolio of residence...