Appointments

Ryan Alsup has been appointed as Director of Marketing at Hilton Anaheim

Alsup brings more than a decade of experience in hotel and destination marketing, meetings, communications, and digital strategy. Most recently, he served as Corporate Assistant Director of Marketing for Wincome Hospitality and previously spent nearly five years with Visit Anaheim, where he supported meetings business and marketed more than 150 Anaheim and Orange County tourism partners. At Hilton Anaheim, he will lead marketing, communications, and e-commerce efforts as the newly renovated property continues to build momentum.

Peter Kane has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton Anaheim

Kane has returned to Hilton Anaheim, where he began his Hilton career and previously spent five years supporting the hotel's commercial team. Following leadership roles across several Hilton properties and commercial organizations, he rejoins the property following its recently completed renovation, with a focus on strengthening its commercial strategy and positioning the newly renovated hotel as a premier meetings and events destination on the West Coast.

Wesley Hartmann has been appointed as Wildlife & Conservation Ambassador at Zambia Luxury Lodge Collection

Zambia Luxury Lodge Collection (ZLLC), the owner brand behind Chichele Presidential, Puku Ridge, Lolebezi and Lolelunga Private Reserve, has announced the appointment of Wesley Hartmann as Wildlife & Conservation Ambassador. The newly created role marks the next steps in Zambia Luxury Lodge Collection’s commitment to placing conservation, education and meaningful connection at the centre of the safari experience.

Chad-Jan Neuman has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas

The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas is pleased to announce the appointment of Chad-Jan Neuman as Executive Chef. With more than two decades of experience in luxury hospitality and high-volume culinary operations, Chef Neuman will oversee the resort’s culinary program, including its restaurants, banquets, and special dining experiences, while continuing to elevate its food and beverage offerings.

Bertrand Noeureuil has been appointed as Chef of L'Orangerie at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris

After building his reputation with the greatest chefs and establishing his own voice in Bordeaux, chef Bertrand Noeureuil opens a new chapter of his career at the Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris. Appointed chef of L'Orangerie, he will also be tasked with breathing new culinary identity into the Bar, La Galerie, and the hotel's Room Service. Crowned Talent of the Year 2026 by La Liste, he embodies the emergence of a singular voice in French gastronomy, driven by a cuisine in dialogue with the living world.

Bruce Johnson has been appointed as General Manager at The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa

The Abbey Resort, the only full-service resort on the shores of Lake Geneva, announces the appointment of Bruce Johnson as General Manager. In this role, Johnson oversees all resort operations, including guest services, food and beverage, sales and marketing, housekeeping, engineering and team development, while leading the continued evolution of one of the Midwest's premier lakeside destinations.

Siim Karu has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer, Europe at Highgate Hotels, L.P.

Highgate, a leading global real estate investment and hospitality management company, today announced the appointment of Siim Karu as Chief Commercial Officer. In his new role, Karu will be responsible for leading the European commercial strategy across revenue management, sales, distribution, marketing, technology, and performance optimization.

Shannon Schwier has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe

Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe welcomes Shannon Schwier as General Manager, following her most recent appointment as opening Resort Manager at Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. Schwier brings a diversity of management experience to her new role at the helm of the brand’s Santa Fe property, recently ranked the #1 Best Resort in New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report.

Jan V. Hajek has been appointed as Senior Vice President at CHMWarnick

CHMWarnick, the leading provider of hotel asset management and owner advisory services, today announced that Jan Hajek has joined the firm as Senior Vice President. Based in Chicago, Hajek will provide asset management and strategic advisory services to hotel ownership groups across the firm’s expanding portfolio, while strengthening CHMWarnick’s presence throughout the Midwest. Working closely with the firm’s leadership team, he will advise clients and work collaboratively with management teams on operational performance enhancement strategies, capital planning, brand positioning and investment strategies   to optimize asset performance and portfolio value.

Shameka Urquhart has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Revenue Integrations & New Builds at Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Urquhart brings more than 24 years of Commercial leadership experience spanning new hotel openings, complex brand conversions, and revenue integration strategies. Most recently serving as Vice President of Revenue Strategy – West Coast, she oversaw more than $200 million in annual revenue while consistently growing market share and RevPAR performance across the region.

Adam Nemirow has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Revenue Strategy at Crescent Hotels & Resorts

Nemirow brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience and 15 years of revenue strategy leadership to his expanded role. Since joining Crescent in 2017, he has advanced from Area Director of Revenue Strategy to Corporate Director, Vice President, and now Senior Vice President, consistently delivering exceptional Commercial results while developing high-performing teams.

Travis Breen has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at The Driskill - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Driskill is pleased to announce the appointment of Travis Breen as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than 25 years of experience, Breen brings a proven track record of driving revenue, developing high-performing teams and cultivating lasting client relationships. In his new role, Breen will oversee The Driskill’s integrated sales, marketing and events strategy, focused on expanding the hotel’s reach, fostering key partnerships and supporting continued growth across leisure, group and events business as the storied Downtown Austin hotel enters a new era.