Appointments

Fernando Gibaja has been appointed as General Manager at Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita

Omni Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of Fernando Gibaja as General Manager of Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita, the brand’s first luxury property in Mexico, set along the pristine Pacific coastline of Riviera Nayarit. Gibaja will oversee all aspects of the resort’s pre-opening planning, operational strategy and guest experience as the property prepares to open in Spring 2027.

Marlon Hirsh has been appointed as General Manager at ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection

ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection announces the appointment of luxury hospitality veteran Marlon Hirsh as General Manager of the award-winning resort located in a certified International Dark Sky Community. Bringing more than three decades of global leadership experience with some of the world’s most respected hospitality brands, Hirsh will oversee all aspects of operations for the 177-room resort as it prepares to embark on a transformative new chapter.

Tamer Khedr has been named Managing Director for Egypt Expansion at Minor Hotels

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 properties in operation and under development across 66 countries in Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas, has appointed Tamer Khedr as Managing Director, Minor Hotels Egypt. The appointment marks an important milestone in the group's long-term growth strategy for one of its most significant emerging markets.

Kiki Swayne has been appointed as Executive Pastry Chef at Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa

Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa today announced the appointment of Kiki Swayne as Executive Pastry Chef. In this role, Swayne will oversee the resort's pastry program, leading the creation of desserts and specialty confections across the resort's dining venues, banquets and special events. Drawing inspiration from her Hispanic heritage and classical pastry training, Swayne brings an innovative culinary vision to the resort.

Rebecca Kirisits has been appointed as General Manager at Hampton Inn & Homewood Suites Boston Seaport District

Hilton has named Rebecca Kirisits general manager of the dual-brand 252-room Hampton Inn Boston Seaport District and 164-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District. Kirisits joins the properties from DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Bayside and in her new role, will oversee all aspects of operations, driving team performance to deliver exceptional guest experiences across both hotels.

Jazib Husain has been appointed as General Manager at Otherland Galle

Otherland Hotels, South Asia's first independent lifestyle collective, has appointed Jazib Husain as General Manager of Otherland Galle, the brand's debut international property set to open on Sri Lanka's southern coast soon. With 20 years of experience across internationally renowned hospitality brands, Jazib brings a broad range of expertise, leadership capability, and operational efficiency to Otherland Galle, Sri Lanka.

Sumner Myers has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at The Phoenician, a Luxury Collection Resort

The Phoenician Scottsdale, a Luxury Collection Resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sumner Myers as Director of Food and Beverage, effective June 15, 2026. A veteran of the luxury hospitality sector with nearly two decades of leadership at Marriott International, Myers arrives to steer strategic food & beverage operations and elevate the guest experience across the premier 200-acre resort and its exclusive luxury hotel, The Canyon Suites.

Eugene Martin has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at TradeWinds Island Resorts

TradeWinds Resort, the ultimate family getaway set on 1,600 feet of the pristine St. Pete Beach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Eugene Martin as Director of Food and Beverage, following the significant expansion of its culinary offerings late last year. A respected hospitality executive with 4 decades of experience in luxury resort operations, Martin brings extensive expertise in food and beverage leadership, guest experience strategy, and large-scale resort management to the beloved Gulf Coast destination.