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Appointments

Laurent Herschbach has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Metropole Monte-Carlo has announced the appointment of Laurent Herschbach as General Manager, effective October 1, 2026. After 30 years at the Ritz Paris, he brings extensive operational and leadership experience to the role as the hotel enters its next chapter while preserving its distinctive Monegasque identity. Herschbach succeeds Klaus Kabelitz, who served as Interim General Manager during the peak season.

Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo
Monaco, Monaco

Mark Traugutt has been appointed as Specialty Chef at Jack Dusty and Rufa at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota

The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota is excited to announce the appointment of Chef Mark Traugutt as Specialty Chef overseeing Jack Dusty, the resort’s signature waterfront seafood restaurant, and Rufa, its elevated al fresco dining concept featuring imaginative cocktails, shareable dishes and sunset views. With more than 25 years of experience across luxury hospitality, fine dining and restaurant operations, Traugutt brings extensive culinary leadership experience to the role, including menu development, large-scale event operations and team leadership.

Ritz-Carlton
Sarasota, Florida, United States

Darika Hom-uem has been appointed as Cluster Director of Spa and Wellness at Six Senses La Sagesse Grenada

Six Senses La Sagesse and InterContinental Grenada Resort & Spa announce the appointment of Darika Hom-uem as Cluster Director of Spa and Wellness, overseeing the wellness vision and spa operations across both properties. With more than 20 years of experience leading luxury spa and wellness programs, Darika brings a philosophy rooted in holistic healing, integrative wellbeing, and transformative guest experiences, a background aligned with the values of both resorts and with Grenada’s own spirit of renewal.

Six Senses
Grenada
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Rocky Rocha has been appointed as director of food and beverage at Magnolia Hotel Omaha

Rocha is an award-winning chef and hospitality executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience within hotels, casino resorts, upscale restaurants and banquet operations. Skilled in leading high-volume food and beverage operations while driving profitability, team performance and exceptional guest experiences, Rocha is a hands-on leader with a passion for taking care of people.

Magnolia Hotel Omaha
Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Shabana Raj has been appointed as Learning & Development Manager at Grand Mercure Bangalore

Shabana Raj has been appointed as Learning & Development Manager for Grand Mercure Bangalore, Grand Mercure Mysore and ibis Styles Mysuru. In her new role, Shabana will oversee the learning and development function across the three properties, driving initiatives that strengthen employee capabilities, support leadership development and foster a consistent culture of service excellence.

Grand Mercure
Bengaluru, India

David Lurie has been appointed as General Manager at Baker's Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton

Baker’s Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 15-acre hidden gem perched on the serene waterfront of the Florida Keys, announces the appointment of hospitality veteran David Lurie as General Manager. Bringing more than four decades of hospitality experience spanning luxury, independent, and branded properties across the United States, Lurie will oversee the resort’s operations, guest experience, and team as Baker’s Cay continues to evolve as one of South Florida's distinctive waterfront resorts. 

Curio – A Collection by Hilton
Key Largo, Florida, United States

Rohit Suvarna has been appointed as Director of Beverage at The St. Regis Atlanta

The St. Regis Atlanta announces the appointment of Rohit Suvarna as Director of Beverage. With more than a decade of experience within the Marriott International portfolio and a career spanning luxury hospitality destinations worldwide, Suvarna brings extensive food and beverage leadership experience and a passion for creating memorable guest experiences to Atlanta’s Best Address. 

St. Regis
Atlanta, Georgia, United States