Appointments

Inder Suryawanshi has been appointed as Executive Chef at Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples Sales Gallery

STOCK Residences – the high-end condominium division of nationally recognized STOCK Development and developer of The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Naples, which is on track for completion this fall – is pleased to announce the appointment of Indrajit “Chef Inder” Suryawanshi as Executive Chef.  In this role, he will lead the property’s culinary program, creating dining experiences centered on seasonal ingredients, local partnerships, and personalized service for residents.  

Ankita Bhawsinka has been appointed as Cluster Director of Marketing at Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre

Ms. Ankita Bhawsinka has been appointed as the Cluster Director of Marketing for Hyderabad Marriott Hotel and Convention Centre, Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad, Marriott Executive Apartment Hyderabad and Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati. With over 14 years of experience spanning business development, digital marketing, media strategy and public relations, she brings deep expertise across the hospitality sector, having worked with some of the industry's most recognised luxury and lifestyle brands. 

Ishvi has been appointed as Director of Quality at JW Marriott Hotel New Delhi Aerocity

JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity is delighted to announce the appointment of Ishvi as its new Director of Quality. Bringing over eight years of experience in luxury hospitality, Ishvi joins the leadership team to oversee the hotel’s quality function, driving operational excellence, enhancing guest satisfaction, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement that reinforces the hotel’s commitment to delivering exceptional luxury hospitality experiences.In her new role, Ishvi will lead quality assurance, guest satisfaction, operational audits, brand compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Working closely with the leadership team, she will focus on strengthening service standards, driving process excellence, and ensuring every guest interaction reflects the thoughtful and intuitive hospitality synonymous with the JW Marriott brand.Speaking on the appointment, Vishal Singh, General Manager, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity, said, “We are delighted to welcome Ishvi to our leadership team. Having begun her journey with Marriott, she brings with her a deep understanding of our culture, service philosophy, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her strong operational expertise, collaborative leadership style, and passion for continuous improvement position her exceptionally well to lead our Quality function. We are confident that she will further strengthen our commitment to delivering enriching and memorable experiences for every guest.”Ishvi’s appointment reflects JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity’s continued investment in operational and service excellence. As the hotel continues to set benchmarks in luxury hospitality, her leadership will play a pivotal role in elevating quality standards, strengthening operational performance, and delivering the exceptional experiences that define the JW Marriott brand.

Erin Beadle has been appointed as General Manager at Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, announced today the appointment of Erin Beadle as general manager. A respected hospitality executive with nearly 20 years of experience leading boutique resorts and full-service hotels throughout California, Beadle will oversee all aspects of operations, guest experience, financial performance and team leadership at the 148-room Central Coast property.

Ashwin Datta has joined Colliers as Analyst

Colliers, a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, announces that Ashwin Datta has joined the firm's Manhattan office as an Analyst with the Colliers Hospitality Practice Group. A recent graduate of Cornell University's Baker Program in Real Estate, Datta returns to Colliers after completing a 2025 internship with the team. The hire reflects Colliers' continued growth in its New York office, as the firm expands with top-tier talent across its practice groups.In his new role, Datta will support the Hospitality Practice Group across a range of initiatives, including operational improvements, marketing efforts, technology assessments and complex capital markets assignments. He will also assist with research, analysis and client- and management-facing materials, building on the experience he gained during his internship.

Med­hatithi Bhat­tachar­jee has been appointed as General Manager at Radisson Blu Resort, Galle

Med­hatithi brings nearly two dec­ades of exper­i­ence in the hos­pit­al­ity industry, hav­ing held senior lead­er­ship pos­i­tions across inter­na­tion­ally recog­nized hotel brands. His expert­ise spans hotel oper­a­tions, com­mer­cial per­form­ance, guest exper­i­ence, and tal­ent devel­op­ment, with a strong track record in lead­ing high-per­form­ing teams and driv­ing oper­a­tional excel­lence.

Axel Gasser has been named President at Equinox Hotels

Equinox Hotels, the category-defining leader in luxury high-performance hospitality, today announced the appointment of Axel Gasser as President of the hospitality brand. The appointment comes as Equinox Hotels accelerates a growing global pipeline, with upcoming properties in Amaala, Anguilla, Abu Dhabi, and additional urban and resort destinations worldwide to be announced.

Marie Douroux has been appointed as Executive Chef at Virgin Hotels New Orleans

Virgin Hotels New Orleans is proud to announce Marie Douroux as Executive Chef, leading the hotel's entire culinary program. In her new role, Douroux will oversee Commons Club, the hotel's signature restaurant, as well as The Pool Club, banquets, catering, and in-room dining. Drawing from her extensive experience across some of New Orleans' most acclaimed kitchens, Douroux will bring a thoughtful, service-driven approach to the hotel's culinary offerings, blending refined technique with the bold, vibrant flavors that define the city.

Matt Scully has been promoted to Executive Chef at The Westin Nashville

Scully has been promoted to executive chef following his role as executive sous chef, bringing more than a decade of experience leading culinary operations within luxury hotels and high-volume food and beverage environments. With a proven track record overseeing multi-outlet operations, banquet and catering programs, and large-scale events, he has consistently delivered exceptional quality while maintaining strong financial performance.