Appointments

Bruce Johnson has been appointed as General Manager at The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa

The Abbey Resort, the only full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva, announces the appointment of Bruce Johnson as General Manager. In this role, Johnson oversees all resort operations, including guest services, food and beverage, sales and marketing, housekeeping, engineering and team development, while leading the continued evolution of one of the Midwest's premier lakeside destinations.

Siim Karu has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer, Europe at Highgate Hotels, L.P.

Highgate, a leading global real estate investment and hospitality management company, today announced the appointment of Siim Karu as Chief Commercial Officer. In his new role, Karu will be responsible for leading the European commercial strategy across revenue management, sales, distribution, marketing, technology, and performance optimization.

Shannon Schwier has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe

Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe welcomes Shannon Schwier as General Manager, following her most recent appointment as opening Resort Manager at Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. Schwier brings a diversity of management experience to her new role at the helm of the brand’s Santa Fe property, recently ranked the #1 Best Resort in New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report.

Jan V. Hajek has been appointed as Senior Vice President at CHMWarnick

CHMWarnick, the leading provider of hotel asset management and owner advisory services, today announced that Jan Hajek has joined the firm as Senior Vice President. Based in Chicago, Hajek will provide asset management and strategic advisory services to hotel ownership groups across the firm’s expanding portfolio, while strengthening CHMWarnick’s presence throughout the Midwest. Working closely with the firm’s leadership team, he will advise clients and work collaboratively with management teams on operational performance enhancement strategies, capital planning, brand positioning and investment strategies   to optimize asset performance and portfolio value.

Shameka Urquhart has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Revenue Integrations & New Builds at Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Urquhart brings more than 24 years of Commercial leadership experience spanning new hotel openings, complex brand conversions, and revenue integration strategies. Most recently serving as Vice President of Revenue Strategy – West Coast, she oversaw more than $200 million in annual revenue while consistently growing market share and RevPAR performance across the region.

Adam Nemirow has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Revenue Strategy at Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Nemirow brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience and 15 years of revenue strategy leadership to his expanded role. Since joining Crescent in 2017, he has advanced from Area Director of Revenue Strategy to Corporate Director, Vice President, and now Senior Vice President, consistently delivering exceptional Commercial results while developing high-performing teams.

Travis Breen has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at The Driskill - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Driskill is pleased to announce the appointment of Travis Breen as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than 25 years of experience, Breen brings a proven track record of driving revenue, developing high-performing teams and cultivating lasting client relationships. In his new role, Breen will oversee The Driskill’s integrated sales, marketing and events strategy, focused on expanding the hotel’s reach, fostering key partnerships and supporting continued growth across leisure, group and events business as the storied Downtown Austin hotel enters a new era.

Angelika Riedler Pereira has been appointed as Restaurant General Manager at LUMA Hotel Times Square

AperiBar, the chic Italianesque restaurant and cocktail bar by acclaimed Michelin-starred and James Beard award-winning chef and restaurateur Charlie Palmer, today announced the appointment of Angelika Riedler Pereira as general manager. The appointment strengthens AperiBar's women-led leadership team at a restaurant built around the Italian aperitivo tradition, the daily ritual of gathering over wine, spritzes and small bites at just the right moment in the day.

Quinn Saine has been promoted to Director of Racquet Sports at Silverado Resort

Silverado Resort is driving its premier Napa Valley tennis and pickleball experiences forward with the promotion of Quinn Saine to Director of Racquet Sports. Leading a team of industry professionals, including John Weston, Phil Graham, and George Saheb, Saine will oversee a lineup of programming designed to deliver an elevated, community-focused experience for members, resort guests, and corporate groups. 

Sammy King has been appointed as General Manager at W Macau - Studio City

W Macau – Studio City, located within Melco Resorts & Entertainment’s integrated resort of Studio City in Cotai, Macau, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sammy King as General Manager.  In this role, Sammy will lead the hotel in delivering its commitment to exceptional guest experiences, while driving operational excellence, enhancing business performance and supporting the continued evolution of unique experiences that define the property.

Zak Gregoire has been appointed as Executive Chef at Hotel Jerome, Auberge Collection

Hotel Jerome, Auberge Collection, a fixture in Aspen for over 137 years, is pleased to announce the appointment of Executive Chef Zak Gregoire. Bringing a global culinary perspective shaped by luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, and private clubs, Gregoire will oversee the property's celebrated food and beverage program, building on Hotel Jerome's legacy of exceptional dining with a philosophy centered on seasonality and regional traditions.