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Appointments

Manoj Kumar has been appointed as Director of Finance at JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Manoj Kumar as Director of Finance. A Chartered Accountant with over 12 years of experience in financial management and operations across the luxury hospitality sector, Mr. Kumar brings to this role a rigorous command of financial governance, compliance, and strategic planning that will further strengthen the resort's financial foundation. 

JW Marriott
Mussoorie, India

Allan Bella has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton George Hotel

Kimpton Hotel George has announced the appointment of Allan Bella as its new General Manager, who will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, team development, guest satisfaction and strategic market positioning for the Capitol Hill property. Bella comes into this role with more than 12 years of hospitality leadership spanning independent, branded and lifestyle hotels across the United States.

Kimpton
Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Farah Jaber has been appointed as Managing Director, Southeast Asia at Palladium Hotel Group

As Palladium Hotel Group advances its international growth strategy and strengthens its focus on high-value luxury and lifestyle destinations, the Spanish hospitality group has appointed Farah Jaber as Managing Director, Southeast Asia. Reporting directly to CEO Jesús Sobrino, Jaber will lead the group's strategy, growth and operations across the region, spearheading Palladium Hotel Group's expansion and the development of its portfolio of Luxury & Lifestyle, High Energy and All-Inclusive brands across Southeast Asia, including BLESS Collection Hotels, The Unexpected Hotels, Only YOU Hotels, TRS Hotels and Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts, throughout Southeast Asia.

Palladium Hotel Group
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Brian Harris has been appointed as Director of International Commercial Strategy at Halekulani Hotel

Halekulani, Oahu’s most acclaimed luxury hotel, today announces the appointment of Brian Harris as Director of International Commercial Strategy for Halekulani and Halepuna Waikiki by Halekulani. This newly created leadership role reflects the company’s commitment to strengthening and integrating all aspects of its commercial strategy to support long-term growth and maximize total revenue performance across both properties. 

Halekulani
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Pascha Bhatti has been appointed as General Manager at W New York – Union Square

W Hotels’ recently revitalized global flagship property, W New York - Union Square, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascha Bhatti as its new General Manager. With over 17 years of international hospitality experience and a strong foundation across the Marriott luxury brands including W Hotels and The Ritz-Carlton, Pascha brings extensive expertise in hotel concept development, brand positioning, and operational excellence to the newly transformed property.

W Hotels
New York, New York, United States

Lisa Ares has been appointed as General Manager at InterContinental San Diego by IHG

InterContinental San Diego announces the appointment of Lisa Ares as General Manager of the luxury waterfront hotel. A hospitality leader with more than 20 years of experience, Ares oversees hotel operations, guest experience, and team leadership, while deepening the hotel’s role in the San Diego community and ensuring the property continues to set the standard for sophisticated travel in Southern California.

InterContinental
San Diego, California, United States
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Marina Serret has been appointed as Area Director of Sales and Marketing at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort

LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort and Inn on Fifth — both managed by Noble House Hotels & Resorts — are pleased to announce the appointment of Marina Serret as Area Director of Sales & Marketing. In this role, Serret will lead the commercial strategy for both properties, overseeing sales, marketing, and revenue-generating initiatives to support long-term growth while strengthening each hotel's position within the luxury travel market.

Noble House
Naples, Florida, United States

Bhavya Kukrety has joined Wimberly Allison Tong & Goo (WATG) as Managing Director of Asia Pacific

WATG welcomes Bhavya Kukrety as the new Managing Director of Asia Pacific, where she will focus on strengthening WATG’s integrated approach across the region, embedding sustainability, ecology and resilience into the firm’s built-environment work. Her leadership will enhance design intelligence, project delivery, and long-term value, while keeping human experience, cultural context and place at the heart of every project.

WATG
Tustin, California, United States

Joshua Hasho has been appointed as Corporate Executive Chef at Omni Hotels & Resorts

Omni Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Joshua Hasho as Corporate Executive Chef. With more than 20 years of experience and a deep-rooted history with the brand, Hasho is a highly accomplished culinary leader, known for his refined expertise in cuisine and menu innovation. He brings extensive experience across diverse properties and dining concepts, along with a proven track record in team development. In his new role, he will help shape the culinary vision across Omni’s growing portfolio of more than 50 properties.

Omni
Dallas, Texas, United States
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Todd Felsen has been appointed as Managing Director at The Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, a 2,400-acre resort destination on Florida’s Emerald Coast, has announced the appointment of Todd Felsen as vice president and managing director. Felsen, who assumed the role in May, will oversee all facets of resort operations, including accommodations, food and beverage, golf and marina operations, recreation programming, guest services, owner relations and capital improvement initiatives. He will also spearhead initiatives designed to further enhance the resort experience and support Sandestin’s continued evolution as one of the Southeast’s premier hospitality and leisure destinations.

Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort
Destin, Florida, United States

Sulaiman Shabazz has been appointed as Director of Lifestyle at Detroit Foundation Hotel

Detroit Foundation Hotel announces the appointment of Sulaiman Shabazz as Director of Lifestyle, a strategic leadership addition that signals the property’s continued evolution as one of Detroit’s leading cultural and community-driven destinations. As part of his role, he will oversee the hotel’s lifestyle programming, cultural partnerships, and experiential strategy, helping to further position Detroit Foundation Hotel as both a gateway to Detroit’s creative community and a platform for showcasing the city’s culture, innovation, and talent to visitors from around the world.

Aparium Hotel Group
Detroit, Michigan, United States

Vincent Pauchon has been appointed as General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi enters its next chapter with the appointment of Vincent Pauchon as General Manager. Bringing a profound respect for the brand's enduring philosophy and a rich background within the ultra-luxury Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, Pauchon steps into the role with a vision that seamlessly bridges personal heritage with forward-thinking leadership. For Pauchon, the appointment is both a professional return to familiar values and a deeply meaningful embrace of Malaysia — a destination to which he holds close family ties.

Ritz-Carlton
Langkawi, Malaysia