Hotel Management

APRIL 11, 2024

The 273-room hotel, formerly Four Points by Sheraton, is owned by MA Financial Group and operated by TFE Hotels. TFE Hotels’ Group Chief Operating Officer, Chris Sedgwick; Senior Director of Operations ANZ, Tish Nyar; and Regional General Manager VIC, Stephen Moore, joined Hotel General Manager, Nigel Maxey, for the opening celebrations.

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Lodging

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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Hotel Management

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. TFE Hotels’ GM appointments TFE Hotels has announced several key Hotel General Manager appointments across their Adina, Vibe and Travelodge network in Australia and New Zealand.

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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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Lodging

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

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 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. It’s a beautiful city in a beautiful country, which I call home.”

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eHotelier

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Hilton Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Felix Schlokat as its new General Manager. Schlokat, who joined the resort in September, will lead the 715-room property, overseeing hotel operations, guest experience, and daily services.

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Lodging

MAY 2, 2024

Dream Downtown in New York City announced the appointment of Sean Olmstead as the new general manager. With over 24 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Olmstead will be overseeing day-to-day operations. The JW Marriott Saint Maarten Beach Resort and Spa has appointed Wendell Laurence as its head executive chef.

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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 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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Hospitality Net

MARCH 13, 2024

Resolute Road Hospitality, a third-party management company founded on the promise to change the way owners think of their management company, wrapped up its annual Leadership Conference at its corporate headquarters in Boise, Idaho. The event was tailored to improve leadership skills and drive operational excellence.

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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.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

In celebration of National Career Development Month in November, Atrium Hospitality announced the successful graduation of the inaugural class of WomenRISE, the company’s Female Hotel General Manager Development Program. Alpharetta, Georgia-based Atrium Hospitality is one of the nation’s largest hotel operators.

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eHotelier

APRIL 21, 2024

Radio Hotel, the first and only full-service boutique hotel in Washington Heights, announced Danielle Dymond as the new Hotel General Manager.

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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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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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Hospitality Net

MAY 1, 2024

Prime Group, a multi-faceted real estate owner and operator based in Hollywood, Florida, today announced the opening of the 289-suite Residence Inn by Marriott Chicago Downtown Magnificent Mile. Located at 101 East Erie Street, the all-suite property is owned by Prime Groupand managed by Marriott International, Inc.

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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 Designs

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Marly, an industry veteran with almost 30 years of luxury hospitality experience, will spearhead the operations of the landmark property as it concludes its development and prepares to welcome its first guests. Main image credit: Hilton Waldorf Astoria London Admiralty Arch names general manager Sophie Harper.

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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. We are delighted to welcome Hammond to our team.

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Hotel Management

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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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Kris Leszczynski, the Group General Manager of Service Operations at Edwardian Hotels London, faced the challenge of managing a high volume of online reviews across multiple luxury hotels. With over 10-15,000 online reviews received annually, the task of responding efficiently and with a consistent quality was daunting.

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Lodging

APRIL 26, 2023

To maintain a secure and safe environment for guests and employees, general managers should establish a “culture of safety,” where all staff understand the importance of keeping guests and coworkers safe through attentiveness to any potential issues.

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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

APRIL 16, 2024

“Little National Newcastle marks the third venture hotel in Australia, and stands as a testament to Doma’s commitment to providing an affordable luxury hotel experience,” said Doma Managing Director, Jure Domazet. “We

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Hospitality Net

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Sunridge Hotel Group, an award-winning hotel owner and operator based in Mesa, Arizona, today announced the opening of the 146-suite Residence Inn by Marriott Vail. Frontage Road West, the all-suite property is owned by Vail Hospitality Group, LLC and managed by Sunridge Hotel Group. Located at 1783 N.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Im all about doing things that move the needle and maximising our strengths, said Quincy Hotel General Manager, Andrew Edwards. The 241-room hotel, which is currently the only hotel in Australia to hold the certification, is using offsets to achieve carbon neutrality and working towards wider operational reductions.

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Hospitality Net

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

Dalata Hotel Group, which also operates Clayton Hotels, purchased the ready-to-open 191- bedroom hotel at Finsbury Park for £44.3million and immediately invested a further £4.1 million to meet Maldron Hotels’ exacting standards.

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Lodging

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

While a hotel’s sales team is often incentivized to grow occupancy above all else, revenue managers understand the need to look beyond guestrooms to ancillary services in their quest to maximize revenue.

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Lodging

MARCH 13, 2024

ALPHARETTA, Georgia—Atrium Hospitality announced the launch of WomenRISE, the company’s Hotel General Manager Development Program targeted to female leaders. The company manages a portfolio of 80 hotels, representing brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham in 28 states.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 29, 2023

Stedman’s experience in luxury hotels and resorts across Australia and Asia has seen him in positions such as General Manager of Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang Resort, Vietnam; and Director of Rooms for The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur and Primus Hotel Sydney (Kimpton Margot Sydney).

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Demand Calendar

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Balancing Technology with the Human Touch for Exceptional Guest Experiences : With the rapid advancement of technology, GMs must adeptly integrate innovative solutions into hotel operations without losing the personal touch that defines hospitality. Here are all the details.

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Hotel News Resource

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The hotel General Manager (GM) is the person ultimately responsible for a hotel’s performance. A GM’s ability to make decisions and take action will thus have an important impact on his or her hotel’s operational and strategic results.

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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. 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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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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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. 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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