Alexander Lopez has been appointed as General Manager at Meliá Pattaya Hotel
Alexander Lopez, a seasoned professional with substantial hospitality experience in Europe and Asia, has been appointed general manager of Meliá Pattaya Hotel.
Appointments
Anita Cancelliere has been appointed as Commercial Director at Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh
Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh announces the appointment of Anita Cancelliere as Commercial Director, effective mid-May 2026. With more than eight years of expertise in luxury and ultra-luxury hospitality across the Mediterranean, Anita brings her signature blend of strategic insight and people-centred leadership to the Red Sea resort, where the desert meet the sea.
Matt Herod has been appointed as General Manager at Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville, Autograph Collection
Kessler Hospitality, Highgate’s dedicated division managing a collection of Kessler Collection properties, including Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville, has appointed seasoned hotelier Matt Herod as General Manager of the property.
Austin Pruett has been appointed as General Manager at Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the appointment of Austin Pruett as general manager of the 504-room Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. In his new role, Pruett will lead all aspects of hotel operations, leading the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
Jean-Philippe De Haes has been appointed as General Manager at The Standard, Brussels
The Standard, Brussels is proud to announce the appointment of Jean-Philippe De Haes as the new General Manager.
Alan Cagle has been appointed as Managing Director at Loews Philadelphia Hotel
Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia’s Historic Treasure and home to the Philadelphia Savings Fund Society (PSFS), is pleased to welcome Alan Cagle as Managing Director of Loews Philadelphia Hotel. With over 25 years in hospitality, Alan brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to excellence to Loews Hotels & Co.
Raúl Trejo has been appointed as Pastry Chef at The Inn of The Five Graces
The Pink Adobe is thrilled to announce the appointment of Pastry Chef Raul Trej, who will lead a reimagined culinary vision alongside Chef de Cuisine Mario Espinosa.
Mario Espinosa has been appointed as Chef de Cuisine at The Inn of The Five Graces
The Pink Adobe is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef de Cuisine Mario Espinosa, who will lead a reimagined culinary vision alongside Pastry Chef Raul Trejo. With more than two decades of distinguished international experience and deep commitment to elevating Mexican gastronomy, Chef Espinosa brings visionary expertise and an unwavering dedication to authentic ingredients and cultural traditions to one of Santa Fe's most storied restaurants and its renowned Dragon Room bar.
Tiffany Pisaneschi has been appointed as Director of National Sales, Wilderness Properties at The Broadmoor
The Broadmoor is pleased to welcome Tiffany Pisaneschi back to the resort, where she rejoins the sales team as Director of National Sales, Wilderness Properties, following a career spanning both hospitality and financial services. Within this role, Tiffany will oversee the sales efforts for The Broadmoor’s three all-inclusive, luxury Wilderness Properties, including Cloud Camp, The Ranch at Emerald Valley, and Fly-Fishing Camp. Operating seasonally from May through October, these boutique retreats blend rustic mountain living with five-star hospitality.
Christophe Hilty has been appointed as General Manager at Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco
Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco today announced the appointment of Christophe Hilty as General Manager. In this role, Christophe Hilty will lead the highly anticipated hotel’s pre-opening journey ahead of its expected early 2027 debut, bringing more than 25 years of international luxury hospitality experience to the Park Hyatt brand’s forthcoming arrival in Mexico City.
Natalie Slavikova has been appointed as Global Director, MICE at Kerzner International
Kerzner International Holdings Limited ("Kerzner"), the global hospitality group behind renowned luxury brands including One&Only Resorts and Private Homes, Atlantis Resorts, SIRO, and rare finds, has appointed Natalie Slavikova as Global Director, MICE — a newly created role that underscores the group's strategic focus on accelerating growth across its global meetings, incentives, conferences and events portfolio.
Aditya Kulkarni has been appointed as Senior Banquet Chef at JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa, part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio, has announced the appointment of Aditya Kulkarni as Senior Banquet Chef. Bringing more than a decade of global culinary experience spanning Europe, the Caribbean, India, and the United States, Kulkarni will oversee banquet culinary operations for the resort's growing meetings, events, and celebrations business.
Jessica Southworth has been appointed as Cluster Sales & Marketing Director at Stock Exchange Hotel, Manchester, Autograph Collection
Manchester’s luxury 5* Stock Exchange Hotel has appointed Jessica Southworth as its new Cluster Sales & Marketing Director.
Tony Pallas has been appointed as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Choice Hotels International, Inc.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, has promoted Tony Pallas to Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Pallas will lead enterprise technology, engineering, and SkyTouch Technology, Choice Hotels' hotel operations and property management technology platform.
Michael Parada has been appointed as General Manager of Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar at Marriott Irvine Spectrum
Marriott Irvine Spectrum, located in the heart of Irvine’s thriving business and entertainment district, proudly announces the appointment of Michael Parada as the new General Manager of Hive & Honey Rooftop Bar. With over two decades of food and beverage expertise, Parada will spearhead operations and elevate the guest experience at the hotel’s premier rooftop destination celebrated for its panoramic views, curated cocktails, and vibrant energy.
Dan Peterson has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at Avion Hospitality
Peterson transitions from his previous role as senior vice president of operations. In his new position, he will oversee company-wide hotel operations, brand relationships, operational strategy and field leadership across Avion’s growing portfolio. Since joining Avion, Peterson has played an instrumental role in shaping the company’s operational platform and strengthening relationships with ownership groups and brand partners.
Nikita Tippie has been promoted to SVP Human Resources at Avion Hospitality
Tippie most recently served as vice president of human resources. Since joining Avion, she has been a driving force behind the company’s people-first culture and organizational development efforts. Her leadership has helped strengthen employee engagement, talent development, communication and overall team member experience throughout the organization.
Brian Jenkins has been appointed as Head of HE Labs at Hotel Equities Group, LLC
Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, announces the appointment of Brian Jenkins as Head of HE Labs™, Hotel Equities' dedicated innovation and incubation platform built for evaluating emerging technologies, developing AI-driven workflows, and advancing new operating models designed to improve owner returns and hotel performance across the portfolio. In this role, Jenkins will oversee all HE Labs initiatives, from testing and evaluation to deployment, ensuring each advances through a defined progression before being implemented at the property-level and scaled.
Brittany Cascanet has been appointed as Vice President of Commercial Strategy at InnVentures
Cascanet joins InnVentures as Vice President of Commercial Strategy, bringing extensive hospitality experience and a strong background in strategic growth, revenue optimization, and commercial leadership. In her role, she will help lead portfolio-wide commercial performance initiatives while supporting continued alignment across revenue strategy, sales, and digital disciplines.
Dury Kim has been promoted to SVP Commercial Strategy at InnVentures
Since joining InnVentures in 2023 as Vice President of Revenue & Distribution, Kim has played a critical role in elevating the company’s commercial strategy through a highly collaborative and data-driven approach. Her leadership has contributed to stronger market share performance, enhanced commercial alignment, and continued operational growth across the InnVentures portfolio.