Appointments

Morgan Lexis has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Hard Rock International, Inc.

Hard Rock International today announced the promotion of Morgan Lexis to Senior Vice President of Global Sales. In this new role, Lexis will manage global sales for 35 Hard Rock properties, lead global marketing efforts for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) and travel industry sales segments (TIS), as well as oversee the development of sales teams and strategies at all new property openings, including the upcoming Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. Lexis reports to Chief Operating Officer for Hard Rock International, Jeff Hook.

Craig Haas has been promoted to Regional Vice President of Lifestyle and Luxury Hotels at Concord Hospitality

Concord Hospitality, the award-winning hotel management and development company operating more than 140 hotels across North America, has promoted Craig Haas from Area Director of Operations to Regional Vice President of Lifestyle and Luxury Hotels, furthering Concord Hospitality’s commitment to developing talent from within and fostering leaders who deliver results while cultivating strong, people-first cultures.

Oscar Ganuza has been appointed as Senior Vice President – Revenue at RateGain Technologies Limited

RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (BSE: 543417, NSE: RATEGAIN), a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the appointment of Oscar Ganuza as Senior Vice President – Revenue, Europe. Based in Barcelona, Oscar will lead RateGain’s efforts to accelerate commercial performance and deepen strategic partnerships in the Europe market, supporting the company’s continued expansion in the region.

Kenneth Zahn has joined Hotel Equities Group, LLC as Vice President of Sales, Focused Service

Kenneth Zahn joins as Vice President of Sales, Focused Service, where now oversees sales strategy and revenue performance across the division. Zahn brings extensive experience leading multi-property, multi-brand portfolios, most recently serving as Vice President of Sales at PHMI Group. In that role, he directed commercial strategy across Marriott, IHG, and Choice assets generating more than $45 million in annual revenue. Known for building high-performing teams and driving consistent topline growth, Zahn will partner closely with Hotel Equities’ commercial leadership to further strengthen sales execution and portfolio performance.  

Nolan Wrentmore has been appointed as VO of Revenue, Lifestyle Division at Hotel Equities Group, LLC

Nolan Wrentmore has been appointed Vice President of Revenue, Lifestyle Division, bringing more than 25 years of experience in revenue strategy, distribution, and commercial operations. Based in Frisco, Texas, Wrentmore most recently led revenue initiatives at Hosteeva, where he helped grow the division by more than 100 percent. Prior to that, he spent over a decade with Aimbridge Hospitality, overseeing a team responsible for more than $1 billion in annual revenue. In his new role, he will focus on advancing revenue optimization, scaling systems, and supporting continued growth across the lifestyle portfolio.  

John Mootz has been appointed as VP Restaurant & Beverage Operations at Hotel Equities Group, LLC

John Mootz has been promoted to Vice President of Restaurant & Beverage Operations, reflecting the company’s continued investment in strengthening its food and beverage platform. With more than 20 years of hospitality and food service experience, Mootz has led large-scale operational initiatives and concept development across a range of properties and ownership groups. His background includes senior leadership roles with Puccini Group and oversight of major food and beverage operations such as Colonial Williamsburg’s $32.5 million program. In his expanded role, he will continue to elevate culinary strategy, operational performance, and guest-facing programming across the portfolio.  

Luca De Giorgi has been appointed as Regional Director, Italy at Leonardo Hotels

Leonardo Hotels announces the appointment of Luca De Giorgi as Regional Director Italy. This decision reflects a clear strategy aimed at supporting the Group’s growth in Italy through a strong managerial structure capable of responding to industry developments and the expectations of an ever-evolving audience. In this context, the role of Regional Director Italy takes on a central importance, not only in the operational management of the properties but also in building a consistent long-term vision.

Stacie Harper has been appointed as Vice President of Sales at Resolute Road Hospitality

Resolute Road Hospitality, a Boise-based hotel management company founded on the promise to change the way owners think of their management company, announced today the appointment of Stacie Harper as Vice President of Sales, further strengthening its commercial leadership team as the company continues to expand its portfolio and enhance asset-level performance.

Javier Sanchez has been appointed as Vice President of Business Development - Caribbean and All‑Inclusive at Aimbridge Hospitality

Aimbridge Hospitality, the world’s leading hotel management company, today announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality leader Javier Sanchez as Vice President of Business Development - Caribbean and All‑Inclusive. The appointment of Sanchez further elevates the quality of Aimbridge’s industry-leading team of regional and all-inclusive experts and strengthens its commitment to drive added value for owners through its best-in-class approach to operations and commercial performance.

Aubrey Wang has been appointed as General Manager at Lux Chongzuo, Guangxi Resort & Villas

Global hospitality group The Lux Collective continues to accelerate its commitment to advancing women in leadership with the appointment of Aubrey Wang as General Manager of LUX* Chongzuo Guangxi in China. Following the promotion of Sheila Malloo to General Manager of LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius, this latest move reinforces the Group’s intentional focus on cultivating a new generation of female leaders across key markets.

Courtney Conching has been appointed as Director of Group Sales at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is pleased to announce the appointment of Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales. With over a decade of expertise in the luxury hospitality sector, Conching will spearhead the resort’s efforts to drive high-impact group business through a unique lens of authentic Hawaiian culture and world-class sales expertise.In this role, Conching will oversee the resort’s comprehensive group sales strategy, focusing on the competitive luxury travel and incentive market and showcasing the property’s extensive indoor and outdoor meeting facilities. The resort boasts 290,000 square feet of versatile event space, highlighted by breathtaking oceanfront spaces and the newly redesigned Aloha Garden Pavilion, Maui’s premier open-air, indoor-outdoor event facility.

Kyung Lee has been appointed as General Manager at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club has appointed Kyung Lee as its new General Manager. In this role, Lee will oversee all resort operations, lead department heads, and work to grow revenue while improving the experience for guests and members alike. His priorities include strengthening the resort's food and beverage offerings and wellness programs, with the broader goal of making Ocean Edge a top destination for families, couples, corporate groups, and weddings.