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Appointments

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

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
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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

Nicole Shanks has been appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer at Remington Hospitality

Remington Hospitality, an innovative and dynamic top-rated third-party hotel management company, announced today the appointment of Nicole Shanks as Chief Human Resources Officer. In this role, Shanks will lead the company's human resources strategy, overseeing talent acquisition, leadership development, total rewards, HR technology, learning and development, and associate engagement across Remington's growing portfolio.

Remington
Dallas, Texas, United States