Kelly Makino has been appointed as Head of Human Resources at Rebel Hotel Company
Rebel Hotel Company has appointed Kelly Makino as Head of Human Resources, reinforcing its commitment to people-first leadership as the company scales its lifestyle, luxury, and independent hospitality portfolio. The appointment comes during a phase of accelerated growth and deliberate reinvestment in the platform, designed to support Rebel's expansion plans into 2026 and beyond.
An experienced people and culture leader, Makino brings a strong background in talent strategy, organizational development, and employee engagement within the hospitality sector. Previously serving in senior HR leadership roles, including Vice President of People & Culture at The Wurzak Hotel Group, she is known for aligning people initiatives with business performance and building high-performing teams. In her new role, Makino will lead Rebel's human resources function, supporting the company's continued growth and commitment to people-first leadership.
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