Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Vista appoints Director of Development Vista Hospitality Group has appointed Jacquie Prentice to the role of Director of Development In this new role, Prentice will bring decades of insights to help existing and future owners and investors identify ways to optimise their assets – from development and asset management through to operations.

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Hospitality Net

JANUARY 29, 2024

Europe’s first platform to combine residential solutions with services for property owners and investors, Joivy, has announced that William Parry has become its general manager for UK and Ireland having previously been its short term rental subsidiary, ALTIDO’s CEO with immediate effect.

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Boutique Hotel News

MARCH 23, 2023

UK: Christopher Perone has been promoted from food and beverage director at NoMad London hotel to general manager. Since construction of the London flagship for the NoMad brand, Perone has served as the hotel’s food and beverage director. Hotelier Andrew Zobler founded New York-based hospitality company Sydell Group.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 26, 2023

“With a growing portfolio of hotels and resorts across Asia Pacific, I’m delighted to be leading the new-look commercial team, building out of the box strategies and expanding La Vie’s brand reputation,” Harris said. Harris said it is “an incredibly exciting time” for SH Hotels and Resorts brands.

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Hospitality Net

MAY 26, 2023

Hawkins Way Capital announces the opening of the new LED Silver Level, dual branded hotel, AC Hotel by Marriott & the Residence Inn Hotel by Marriott, Oakland Downtown, located at 1431 Jefferson Street, Oakland, California.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 12, 2024

TFE Hotels announces raft of GM appointments TFE Hotels has made several key General Manager appointments across its Australian and New Zealand network. After almost seven years with TFE, Emma Sutherland has taken on her first Hotel Manager role as the General Manager of Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour.

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eHotelier

MARCH 19, 2024

Jumeirah Beach Hotel has appointed Rene Egle as the new General Manager.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Aimbridge Hospitality has appointed long-time Marriott executive, Craig S. The former Group President and Managing Director—International, Smith spent over 35 years with the hospitality company in a range of roles before retiring in 2023. Smith, as its third ever Chief Executive Officer, effective March 18, 2024.

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eHotelier

JUNE 20, 2023

As Japanese upscale-lifestyle hotel brand, Zentis, forays into the international market for the first time since pandemic restrictions put a damper on its July 2020 debut, seasoned hospitality professional Mikio Akiyama has stepped up as general manager of the brand’s inaugural property, Zentis Osaka.

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Lodging

JUNE 22, 2023

Hard Rock Hotel New York named David Salcfas general manager. Salcfas joins the property after a career with Marriott International where he made an impact on the company as an Executive Committee member across 16 hotels and five brands.

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eHotelier

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Bringing more than 20 years of luxury hospitality experience to idyllic South Florida, the Grand Dame of Miami, Mayfair House Hotel & Garden, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rhys O’Connell as General Manager of the newly renovated hotel.

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Boutique Hotel News

JANUARY 27, 2023

USA: Pendry Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of David Hoffman as general manager of Pendry Newport Beach, scheduled to open in summer 2023. He has 30 years of luxury hospitality experience, including 20 years at Montage International – a management company which oversees the Pendry and Montage hotel brands.

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eHotelier

AUGUST 3, 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.

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Hotel Management

MAY 16, 2024

Andrew Hills Sydney Novotel welcomes new GM Andrew Hills has taken on the General Manager role at Novotel Sydney Darling Square, also taking leadership of adjoining venue, Pumphouse Sydney, as of April 2024. Manly Pacific General Manager, Dylan Cole, welcomed Pavoni and the establishment of this new restaurant. “We

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eHotelier

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali is pleased to welcome Joshua Hargrove as general manager of the property. Hargrove rejoins the Marriott family in his new post and brings more than 17 years of exceptional hospitality leadership experience, primarily with Marriott brands on Oʻahu, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island.

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Boutique Hotel News

MAY 31, 2023

Qatar: Hotel operator General Hotel Management (GHM) has named Hani Akkari as the general manager of The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort in Doha. He joins from Fairmont Doha where he held the role of general manager. Akkari brings over 17 years of experience in luxury hotels to this new role with GHM.

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eHotelier

MARCH 21, 2023

NoMad London is pleased to announce the appointment of Christopher Perone, previously Food and Beverage Director, as General Manager of the West End hotspot. A native New Yorker, who helped to launch the original NoMad NYC in 2012, Perone brings over 20 years of operational experience and a wealth of industry knowledge.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 3, 2024

Chris Kemlo joins The Calile as GM TFE Hotels has appointed experienced hotelier, Chris Kemlo, as General Manager of The Calile Hotel in Brisbane. I have been lucky enough to work with some amazing luxury brands and hotel openings however, when this opportunity came up, I had to jump at the chance,” said Kemlo.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 31, 2023

Jodi Brown takes the lead as GM of QT Wellington HM Awards 2022 General Manager of the Year Jodi Brown returns to EVT to take up the position of General Manager of QT Wellington and Museum Apartment Hotel. It’s such a vibrant and playful brand.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rydges General Manager appointed in Brisbane Rydges South Bank Brisbane has welcomed the return of Scott Wright who has taken up the position of General Manager, 12 years after he first joining the hotel.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

La Vie hires ex Spicers Retreats GM to drive boutique La Vie Hotels and Resorts has appointed experienced boutique hotel manager, Sam Giles, as General Manager at 202 Elizabeth. McGufficke, who also assumes the position of Area General Manager Hunter Region, described the role as a “dream job”. “I

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

Hotel Indigo Melbourne appoints GM Pro-invest Group has appointed Joseph Simmons to the role of General Manager of Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders ahead of its opening next month following an extensive $20million refurbishment. As I assume my leadership role, I am particularly excited about returning to Canberra.

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Hotelier Magazine

MAY 1, 2024

“Leading a successful business is no easy task, making it all the more rewarding to celebrate our owners, general managers, and their hardworking teams for their ongoing dedication to representing the very best of the Days Inn brand,” says Irwin Prince, president & COO of Days Inns – Canada.

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eHotelier

JANUARY 22, 2024

Thompson Seattle is pleased to announce the appointment of Sonja Chase as General Manager.

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eHotelier

MAY 7, 2023

W Miami announce the appointment of Gonzalo Maggi Bescos as the new General Manager of the hotel.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Exclusive: Meriton Suites appoints Regional GM across NSW/VIC/ACT Meriton Suites has appointed Harry Singh to the position of Regional General Manager NSW/VIC/ACT, based out of the company’s Kent St headquarters in Sydney. In 2005, Singh came to Australia from India and held a number of Hotel and General Manager roles.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

EVT Hotels and Resorts has signed a deal with Invictus Developments to manage The Old Clare Hotel in Chippendale and Harbour Rocks Hotel in Sydney, under a new brand to be launched within the Independent Collection by EVT (ICbE) later this year. Gordon will also serve as General Manager at The Old Clare Hotel.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 23, 2024

Alan Christie, La Vie Hotels and Resorts Prior to this appointment, Christie was La Vie’s Area General Manager, Sri Lanka, responsible for managing the strategic performance of the Radisson portfolio, following the group’s landmark deal with Radisson Group in 2023.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 4, 2024

Atrium Hospitality has launched WomenRISE, the company’s new hotel general manager development program targeted to women leaders. ” WomenRISE Inaugural Class Atrium’s WomenRISE inaugural class includes nine participants from across Atrium-managed hotels in Arizona, Florida, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma and Texas. .

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Hotel Management

JUNE 12, 2023

InterContinental Auckland names General Manager InterContinental Auckland welcomes Ryan South as General Manager ahead of its opening in late 2023. Her most recent stint was General Manager of Hilton Sandton, an appointment she held since 2019.

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Hotel Business

APRIL 4, 2023

First Hospitality has promoted two hospitality veterans to key roles on its corporate team: John Brosnan to VP, sales and Geri Lombard to regional VP, operations. In his new role, Brosnan is responsible for leading and overseeing all sales strategy at First Hospitality. Her ability to motivate management teams is unmatched.”

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

Hilton Sydney welcomes new GM Hilton Sydney has appointed Malcolm Zancanaro as the new General Manager of the hotel. He brings nearly two decades of hospitality experience, including expertise in identifying and capitalising on opportunities to build revenue.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 12, 2024

Hospitality industry veteran Steven Ellingsen has launched Somnium Hospitality Group , a full-service, multiple-brand-approved hotel and asset management company. The Chicago-based venture comprises a collection of branded hotels, full-service resorts, golf experiences and boutique properties.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Several promotions at Pro-invest Group Pro-invest Group has made a number of management appointments across its hotels in Sydney and Melbourne. Experienced hotelier Bruce Ryde has been promoted to Cluster General Manager – Pro-invest Hotels, in addition to his position as General Manager of Kimpton Margot Sydney.

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eHotelier

JANUARY 29, 2023

With nearly 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Cimsit will oversee the pre-opening of South Bank.

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Hotel Management

MAY 18, 2023

Rydges Wellington appoints new GM EVT has announced the appointment of Shannon Craig to the general manager position at Rydges Wellington. Craig, who returns to New Zealand after two decades living and working in Australia and the UK, will also take on the role of Area General Manager for Rydges Rotorua and Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua. “We

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Hotel Management

JULY 5, 2023

Ascott appoints GM Sales and Distribution Ascott Australia welcomes Jennifer Warn to the Senior Leadership Team following her promotion to General Manager Sales and Distribution. Her expanded role sees her take management of all of Ascott Australia’s sales and revenue team members.

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