Appointments

Jon Stein has joined Smith Hill Capital as Principal

Smith Hill Capital, the dedicated private credit and commercial real estate debt investment management business of Procaccianti Companies, announced today that Jon Stein has joined the firm as Principal. In his new role, Stein will focus on originating, structuring, and executing commercial real estate debt investments while helping expand the firm's lending platform and institutional relationships.

Will Curley has been appointed as Assistant Food & Beverage Director at Kimpton The Forum Hotel

Kimpton The Forum Hotel is proud to announce the appointment of hospitality veteran and premier Virginia wine advocate, Will Curley, as its new Assistant Food & Beverage Director. In this role, Curley will oversee the property’s wine programs, curated dining experiences, and beverage operations, further cementing Kimpton The Forum Hotel as a premier destination for local wine culture and exceptional hospitality.

Satya Kumar has been appointed as Multi- Property Executive Chef at Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre

Hyderabad Marriott Hotel and Convention Centre, Courtyard by Marriott Hyderabad is pleased to announce the appointment of Chef Satya Kumar as Multi- Property Executive Chef. A distinguished culinary professional with more than 20 years of experience across India's leading luxury hospitality brands, Chef Satya brings a unique blend of classical technique, operational excellence, and regional culinary storytelling to the hotels’ kitchens. His appointment marks an exciting step in strengthening the properties’ culinary vision through innovation, authenticity, and memorable guest experiences.

Luis Aquilino Pérez Alcántara has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe All-Inclusive Resort

Pérez Alcántara joins Hilton Cancun Mar Caribe following Hilton Panama and Waldorf Astoria Panama, where he most recently served as Food & Beverage manager overseeing outlet operations, beverage programming, team development, and guest experience initiatives. In that role, he led outlet operations, beverage programming, team development and guest experience initiatives, while supporting operational excellence and innovative dining concepts across the property.

Maria Lamarche has been appointed as General Manager at Cayo Levantado Resort

Cayo Levantado Resort, the Dominican Republic's premier luxury private island retreat off the coast of the Samaná Bay, proudly announces the appointment of Maria Lamarche as General Manager. An experienced leader with nearly four decades in the luxury hospitality industry, Maria brings extensive operational expertise and a proven track record of leading high-performing luxury resorts across the Caribbean, Middle East, Europe, and Asia.

Jeff Miller has been appointed as Chief Development Officer (CDO) at StepStone Hospitality

StepStone Hospitality, a premier hospitality management company specializing in full and select-service hotel operations, today announced that Jeff Miller has been named Chief Development Officer. Mr. Miller is responsible for leading business development efforts and focused on continuing to strategically expand the StepStone Hospitality portfolio which currently includes 40 hotels totaling more than 6,500 guest rooms.