Appointments

Jahnae Erpenbach has been appointed as Executive Vice President and General Manager at Wind Creek Hospitality

Wind Creek Hospitality announces the appointment of Jahnae Erpenbach as the new Executive Vice President and General Manager at Wind Creek Chicago Southland. A highly respected leader in the gaming and hospitality industry, Erpenbach brings more than 35 years of experience driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and team-centered cultures across some of the Midwest’s most competitive markets.

Tom Kelley has been named CEO and President at Digney Holding, Inc.

Digney Holding, Inc., the Delaware-based holding company that serves as the parent organization for Digney York Associates, LLC, has expanded its structure to include EIS Hospitality, LLC. The move brings together two complementary hospitality companies under unified ownership and governance while preserving the distinct client bases, operational focus and leadership teams of each business — with no disruption to clients, partners or ongoing projects.

Mark Kochhar has been appointed as Director, Franchise Development, Canada at Hilton

Originally from Vancouver and now based in Toronto, Kochhar holds more than 13 years of experience with Hilton and three decades in the hospitality industry. During his tenure with the company, he has developed deep expertise across hotel development, owner relations, and brand management and performance, with a strong focus on long‑term partnerships and strategic growth. Prior to his current role, Kochhar served as Director, Owner Relations, Canada for Hilton, working closely with owners and operators nationwide to support performance, alignment, and brand standards. Before joining Hilton’s corporate team, Kochhar served as general manager of the former Hilton Garden Inn Toronto City Centre.

David Kuperberg has joined Oxford Capital Group, LLC as Senior Advisor

David Kuperberg brings extensive experience in hospitality brand development and platform expansion. He joins Oxford following his tenure at Hyatt, where he played a key role in the growth of the company’s lifestyle portfolio following its acquisition of Dream Hotel Group in February 2023. Prior to the acquisition, Kuperberg served as Chief Development Officer of Dream Hotel Group, leading global development efforts, and later supported integration and brand expansion within Hyatt’s portfolio.

Stephen Miller has been appointed as Senior Advisor at Oxford Capital Group, LLC

Stephen Miller brings more than four decades of hospitality experience across executive leadership, acquisitions, development, and asset management. Over the course of his career, he has held senior roles at leading hospitality organizations including Extended Stay America, Interstate Hotels, Carlson Hotels & Resorts and Wyndham Worldwide. Most recently, Miller served as Chief Executive Officer of Avantic Lodging Enterprises prior to its sale.

Samata Danday Chand has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Courtyard By Marriott Tirupati

Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati, which opened its doors in April 2026, has announced the appointment of Samata Danday Chand as Hotel Manager. The appointment signals a strong leadership intent from the outset, as the property positions itself as a premier destination for pilgrims, leisure travellers, and corporate guests visiting one of India's most revered spiritual destinations.

Trina Mukherjee has been appointed as Multi Property Director of Marketing at Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center

Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel and Convention Center has announced the appointment of Trina Mukherjee as Multi Property Director of Marketing, extending her leadership to Marriott Executive Apartments Bengaluru UB City and The Artiste Kochi, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. In this role, she will lead marketing strategy, brand communications, digital initiatives, and public relations across the portfolio. Trina brings over 13 years of experience in hospitality marketing, brand management, and communications, with a strong track record of driving integrated marketing strategies and strengthening brand visibility across luxury hospitality brands.

Ashli Musyt has been promoted to Vice President of Portfolio Marketing at PM Hotel Group

Ashli Musyt has been promoted to Vice President of Portfolio Marketing. In this role, she will lead marketing strategy and execution across PM Hotel Group’s lifestyle and Hawaii properties, with a focus on driving revenue growth and strengthening commercial performance. Her leadership will play a key role in aligning brand, digital, and on-property marketing efforts to support continued portfolio expansion.