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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Accor Pacific Chief Executive, Sarah Derry, said the group intends to build on its success and continue to expand franchise operations across Australia and New Zealand. “By All Accor hotels, managed and franchise, have access to its distribution platform, exclusive partners, as well as its loyalty and marketing programs.

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JUNE 12, 2024

She returned to Australia in late 2022 after a 7-year tenure in Macau, as the General Manager Sales and Marketing for Sheraton Grand Macao and The St. Hilton said the role is “pivotal to achieving commercial targets and expanding market share across Australasia as Hilton continues to grow its portfolio in this crucial region”.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2024

As only the third CEO in Aimbridge’s history, Smith is expected to leverage decades of operational experience and leadership with Marriott International to solidify Aimbridge’s position in the industry.

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JUNE 22, 2023

Hard Rock Hotel New York named David Salcfas general manager. The Biltmore Los Angeles, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, appointed Tiffany Zimmer-Penton as general manager of the property. Zimmer-Penton is responsible for operations including sales and marketing, guestrooms, and food and beverage.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne names new GM The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne has welcomed seasoned hotelier Rachael Harman as the hotel’s new General Manager. Harman brings over 20 years of industry experience to the role, having worked in senior management roles across luxury hotel brands in Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. “We

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas announces key marketing appointments Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas has appointed Kate Leff as Director of Marketing and promoted Alina Polishuk to the position of Marketing Manager.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The Langham, Gold Coast hires three key leaders The Langham, Gold Coast has welcomed three experienced personnel to its team, including a new General Manager, Arpad Romandy, and leaders across F&B and HR. We are delighted to welcome Arpad to the team,” said van Vorsselen. Joining Romandy’s team is Mark Marshall as Executive Chef.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2024

Leading a team of more than 200 staff is General Manager, David Alexander. It’s such a privilege and honour to be the General Manager for Novotel and Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport, the first new-build internationally branded hotels to open at Melbourne Airport in over two decades,” Alexander said.

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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

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Exclusive: Janet McNab joins Sydney Sheraton Experienced hospitality leader Janet McNab has taken up the General Manager role at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, returning to Australia after more than two decades working in Asia. and Emaar, overseeing various aspects of brand, marketing and communications in diverse markets. “I

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Hotel Management

JULY 2, 2024

During this transition period, Neeraj Govil, Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific excluding China, will serve as the interim leader.” “Marriott International announced Sean Hunt’s’ retirement as Area Vice President for Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific (ANZP), effective July 1,” the spokesperson told HM. “We

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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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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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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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DECEMBER 3, 2024

New Zealand hotelier Chris Dickinson has introduced a new luxury accommodation brand to the market with four Auckland properties slated to launch within the first half of 2025. We go above and beyond to deliver exceptional experiences and service for guests, and provide premium property management for owners to optimise financial returns.”

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APRIL 11, 2024

25hours Sydney names General Manager Australia’s first 25hours hotel, which is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, has appointed Silvia Kypriotis as its General Manager. Winner of the HM Australian General Manager of the Year award in 2021, Kypriotis is recognised as an empathetic and people-oriented leader.

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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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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.

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AUGUST 7, 2023

Ovolo Hotels restructures marketing operations Ovolo Hotels has announced a new marketing and communications structure that will see a number of leadership changes across the region. As previously reported by HM , Alexander Barnett has been appointed Marketing Communications Director for Australia.

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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. The post Key appointments: Rydges, Club Wyndham and more appeared first on Hotel Management.

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MARCH 29, 2023

Judd Rabbidge, takes up the position of Hotel Manager, Richard Millar joins as Culinary Director, and Christopher Stedman as Director of Rooms. Rabbidge was previously the Director of Sales and Marketing for W Bali and Director of Sales for One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives.

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MAY 26, 2025

Speaking exclusively to HM , Choice Hotels Asia-Pac CEO Trent Fraser, described the deal as a highly significant milestone that will allow Choice to scale quickly in Asia-Pacifics fastest-growing market. We know that China is Australias second top source feeder market with 829,000 trips YE 2024 and $8.1

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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. My job will be to take a guest approach, people approach and a business approach to make sure we have the right systems and operational processes in place.

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JUNE 20, 2023

“It started with those more traditional pubs where we’ve elevated the food beverage offering and, in some cases, where there’s been those extra floors above, we’ve put in boutique hotel rooms, a rooftop bar, gardens – whatever made sense for the space,” explained Public Group General Manager of Hotels, Joanne Sproule.

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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. Our biggest challenge is still ahead of us.

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JANUARY 3, 2024

Hilton Sydney welcomes new GM Hilton Sydney has appointed Malcolm Zancanaro as the new General Manager of the hotel. Mely Liu Furkhan will lead the pre-opening and conversion processes for all new hotel openings, with a focus on spearheading operational efforts.

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OCTOBER 10, 2023

STR’s Matthew Burke opened the conference sessions with an insightful presentation outlining the state of play in the New Zealand hotel market. He revealed that ADR more than occupancy separates the major markets; and luxury still leads in total growth, although midscale is making major strides.

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APRIL 18, 2023

Jordan Rodgers has been named Regional General Manager while Stuart Nielsen has been appointed to the position of Head of Growth and Development. Nielsen will play a key role in Vista Hospitality Group’s plans to cement its third-party management and white label offering in Australasia.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport’s new-look reception Whether its an annual family holiday or business trip, we know guests are seeking to make travel as seamless as possible right from the get-go, said Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport General Manager, David Ross.

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DECEMBER 19, 2024

Headed up by Scott Boyes as CEO, Tony Ryan as Executive Chairman and Grant Alchin as Chief Operating Officer, the trio bring a collective industry experience of more than 90 years, extending across operations, commercial and legal, finance and asset management. Add to that, a growing team of experienced hotel industry leaders.

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JUNE 1, 2023

Alan Christie has been named Area General Manager, Sri Lanka, taking responsibility for driving strategic performance of the three Radisson properties in the country. Christie brings over two decades of senior asset management experience most recently as Executive Vice President Advisory and Asset Management at JLL Singapore.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Announcing the partnership exclusively to HM , EVT revealed that there are plans to extend the partnership further, with experienced hospitality leader and former QT Canberra GM, Joel Gordon, appointed to oversee the multi-hotel collection as Group General Manager. Gordon will also serve as General Manager at The Old Clare Hotel.

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MARCH 26, 2025

Accor welcomed over 140 franchise partners, hotel general managers, industry leaders, and executives for its 2025 Pacific Franchise Conference this week, to discuss industry performance insights, commercial strategies, investment opportunities and operational excellence.

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AUGUST 1, 2024

Karl Marshall joins InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto has welcomed experienced hotelier Karl Marshall as its new General Manager. As a result, he has developed unique expertise in strategic and operational hotel leadership, working with diverse and multicultural teams worldwide.

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OCTOBER 8, 2024

Kelvin Ramm has been named Cluster General Manager for The Westin Brisbane and Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane. Valerie Wade joins as Cluster Director of Sales and Marketing; Julie-Ann Watt takes up the role of Cluster Director of Sales, and Pamli Bose has been appointed Cluster Director of Finance.

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

AHICE Aloha 2023 represents the first time the AHICE brand has entered a market outside of Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia and this launch event was a preview for a much larger conference scheduled to be held in Hawai’i in late November 2024. I am confident that this event will evolve and grow in the future.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Cheney joined the company in 2007 and served as a general manager at multiple assets from Alaska to Colorado before joining the corporate team in 2011 as director of revenue management.

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