Appointments

Michael Robinson has been appointed as General Manager at The Valorian Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Valorian Los Angeles, a Curio Collection by Hilton, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Robinson as general manager. A seasoned hospitality executive with extensive global experience across upper upscale and luxury lifestyle boutique hotels and resorts, Robinson will lead the property and oversee all aspects of operations.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been appointed as Global Brand Ambassador at Marriott International, Inc.

JW Marriott, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of more than 30 brands, today announces its collaboration with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as a Global Brand Ambassador. Through this, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will elevate and bring renewed expression to the brand’s global “Stay in the Moment” platform, bringing a thoughtful, globally resonant perspective that deepens its relevance across key international markets.

Raina Spasov has been appointed as General Manager at The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection

The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection, today announced the appointment of Raina Spasov as General Manager. In her new role, Spasov will oversee operations of the 154-room hotel, located just outside Chicago in the exclusive suburban enclave of Oak Brook, Illinois. She joins the hotel’s accomplished group of female executive leaders, including owner Tely Nagle, Operations Manager and stakeholder Karla Caldera, and Director of Sales & Marketing Jill Hare, among others. 

Paul Harnedy has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer at YOTEL

Joining the business as Chief Operating Officer, Paul Harnedy will oversee global hotel operations and commercial strategy across YOTEL’s growing portfolio of city centre hotels, airport hotels (YOTELAIR) and flexible, extended stay properties (YOTELPAD). He will play a key role in driving operational and commercial excellence across the business, further strengthening owner relationships and supporting delivery of the company’s growth strategy.

Dani Elhachem has been promoted to Managing Partner & Chief Operating Officer at HHM Hotels

HHM Hotels today announced the promotion of Shawn Tuli and Dani Elhachem to Managing Partner, each in addition to their respective and continuing roles as Chief Investment Officer and Chief Operating Officer. This leadership evolution formalizes a structure that integrates operational excellence and investment discipline at the highest level, under the continued direction of Naveen Kakarla, President & CEO.

Shawn Tuli has been promoted to Managing Partner & Chief Investment Officer at HHM Hotels

HHM Hotels today announced the promotion of Shawn Tuli and Dani Elhachem to Managing Partner, each in addition to their respective and continuing roles as Chief Investment Officer and Chief Operating Officer. This leadership evolution formalizes a structure that integrates operational excellence and investment discipline at the highest level, under the continued direction of Naveen Kakarla, President & CEO.