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Appointments

Katie Cahill has been appointed as General Manager at Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels

Soul Community Planet (SCP) Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Katie Cahill as General Manager of its two Laguna Beach hotels – the Laguna Surf Lodge by SCP Hotels and SCP Seven4One Hotel. Bringing a thoughtful, guest-centric approach shaped by years of boutique hospitality experience in New York, Los Angeles, and Laguna Beach, Cahill will oversee operations and guest experiences for both of SCP’s Laguna Beach hotels.

SCP Hotels
Laguna Beach, California, United States

Clement Durand has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Kimpton EPIC Hotel

Kimpton EPIC Hotel, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is pleased to announce the appointment of Clement Durand as Director of Food & Beverage. An accomplished hospitality professional with a global background spanning Europe and Asia, Durand brings a wealth of international experience and a dynamic approach to culinary and beverage operations.

IHG
Miami, Florida, United States

Bryan Hill has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa

The Abbey Resort, the only full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva, announces the appointment of Bryan Hill as Director of Food and Beverage. In this role, Hill will oversee all culinary operations across the resort’s dining outlets, banquet programming and food and beverage experiences, further elevating the property’s reputation as a premier Midwest destination for dining, events and hospitality.

The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa
Fontana-On-Geneva Lake, Wisconsin, United States

Sanjhi Agrawal has been appointed as Executive Vice President, Operations Accounting & Finance at Schulte Hospitality Group, Inc.

Schulte Hospitality Group (SHG), a leading hospitality investment and management firm with a growing national and international presence, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sanjhi Agrawal as Executive Vice President, Operations Accounting & Finance. A true finance veteran, Agrawal brings over 15 years of experience to SHG and will lead the hotel accounting and finance function, including the accounting operations, reporting, accounts payable, tax, and internal audit teams. She will partner closely with operations and ownership, driving financial controls, reporting transparency, and portfolio-level value creation across SHG's growing footprint. Agrawal will report to Chief Financial Officer, Brian Fitzgerald, who joined SHG late last year as the company continues to make strategic investments in its finance and operations teams. This hire exemplifies the company's strong commitment to continue to invest in systems, processes, and talent across SHG globally.

Schulte Hospitality Group, Inc.
Louisville, Kentucky, United States
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Dolly Chandler has been named Director of Programming & Entertainment at Dolly Parton's Songteller Hotel

Announcing an exciting addition to its leadership team, Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel has appointed Dolly Chandler as Director of Programming & Entertainment. A Nashville native with deep roots in the music industry and more than a decade of leadership in live entertainment programming, Chandler will lead the hotel’s entertainment vision, curating a dynamic slate of performances and experiences that celebrate storytelling through music. 

Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel
Nashville, Tennessee, United States

David Merklinger has been promoted to General Manager at Alisal Ranch

Merklinger, who previously served as the property’s Assistant General Manager, has been promoted to General Manager. Since joining Alisal Ranch from The Lodge at Torrey Pines, Merklinger has become a mainstay of the Ranch community, overseeing daily operations and championing the property’s signature service standards. A seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience, he is known for his operational expertise and a leadership style rooted in team development and authentic guest connection.

Alisal Ranch
Solvang, California, United States

Kathleen Cochran has been promoted to Vice President and Managing Director at Alisal Ranch

Cochran, who previously served as the property’s General Manager, has been promoted to Vice President and Managing Director. In this expanded role, she oversees the 10,500-acre working ranch and resort, leading a team dedicated to maintaining the property’s authentic guest experience and long-standing traditions. With more than 40 years of hospitality experience, she is known for her grounded leadership style and her ability to balance operational excellence with a people-first culture.

Alisal Ranch
Solvang, California, United States

Martha Mayea has been appointed as Director of Sales at UNFRAMED, Autograph Collection

UNFRAMED, Autograph Collection, which officially opened its doors on April 1, announces the appointment of Martha Mayea as director of sales for the Washington Avenue property. Mayea brings over 18 years of experience driving catering, group, destination, and above-property revenue across premium and luxury hotels, with a deep understanding of the South Florida market. In her new role, she will lead sales efforts at UNFRAMED, Miami Beach’s newest lifestyle destination, located just steps from notable South Beach landmarks, ushering in a new era of hospitality for the market.

Autograph Collection Hotels
Miami Beach, Florida, United States
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Dustin Dietel has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Claret Hotel

Kimpton Claret Hotel, the trailblazing property anchoring the growing lifestyle scene of Denver’s Belleview Station and the Denver Tech Center, announced the appointment of Dustin Dietel as General Manager. Bringing nearly two decades of hospitality experience and a passion for the Colorado lifestyle, Dietel leads the property’s mission of delivering an experience that is both down-to-earth yet deeply thoughtful.

Kimpton
Denver, Colorado, United States

Keane Bell has been appointed as Vice President of Asset Management at Highline Hospitality Partners

Highline Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Keane Bell as Vice President of Asset Management, further strengthening the firm’s leadership team as it continues to grow and optimize its hospitality portfolio — including the highly anticipated debut of The Lowline Hotel in Charleston, opening summer 2026.

Highline Hospitality Partners
New York, New York, United States