Appointments

Leon Young has been appointed as Managing Director at Asher Adams, Autograph Collection

Asher Adams, Autograph Collection, is pleased to announce the appointment of Leon Young as managing director. As a seasoned industry leader with more than 25 years of experience, Young will oversee the landmark property’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations, with a focus on team culture and the continued evolution of Asher Adams within Salt Lake City’s hospitality landscape. 

Connor Gillette has been promoted to Director of Food & Beverage at The Alida, Savannah, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

 The Alida, Savannah, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, announces the promotion of Connor Gillette to Director of Food & Beverage. In this new role, Gillette will oversee all food and beverage operations at The Alida, including Rhett restaurant, The Lost Square rooftop bar, The Trade Room lobby bar, The Cabana Club poolside service, in-room dining, and catering and banquet operations, utilizing the culinary venues to shape guest experiences.

Teryn Flood has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Teatro

Hotel Teatro, a historic boutique hotel managed by Sage Hospitality Group in the heart of downtown Denver, has announced the appointment of Teryn Flood as General Manager. In his new role, Flood will oversee hotel operations, guest experience and team culture, while continuing to evolve the property’s food and beverage offerings, including its on-site restaurant, The Nickel. 

Rainell Mano has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at Lotte Hotel Seattle

Lotte Hotel Seattle is pleased to announce the appointment of Rainell Mano as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events. A seasoned hospitality executive with more than 25 years of experience, Mano brings extensive expertise across luxury hospitality, sales, marketing, events, destination management, business development, and commercial strategy, with a career spanning leading hospitality brands and organizations throughout the United States.

Rob Brandenberg has been appointed as General Manager at Populus Seattle

Populus Hotels, a collection of carbon positive hotels that celebrate and protect the natural world, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Brandenberg as general manager of Populus Seattle. Brandenberg brings more than two decades of luxury and lifestyle hospitality experience to the award-winning hotel, along with a deep connection to Seattle and a passion for thoughtful and intuitive hospitality. In his role, Brandenberg will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, team leadership, and end-to-end guest journey at the property, which opened in May 2025 and has since been recognized by MICHELIN as a One Key Hotel two years in a row and by AFAR as one of the best new hotels in the world in 2026.

Daniel Strawn has been appointed as Director of Leisure Sales at Passport Resorts

Passport Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Strawn as the new Director of Leisure Sales. Overseeing both of Passport Resort’s award-winning California properties, Cavallo Point in Sausalito and Post Ranch Inn in Big Sur, Strawn will develop, direct and implement strategic plans and tactics to cultivate existing client relations, build new partnerships, and execute marketing programs to significantly increase annual transient sales revenues. 

Jonathan Rosenthal has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort And Spa

Hyatt Regency Lost Pines Resort & Spa, the Texas resort set along the banks of the Lower Colorado River just outside Austin, announced the appointment of Jonathan Rosenthal as Director of Food & Beverage. A 15-year Hyatt veteran, Rosenthal brings more than two decades of hospitality experience across resort, culinary and multi-venue food and beverage operations.

Nicky Miscia has been appointed as Executive Chef at Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection

Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Collection, the premier alpine resort in Telluride, is pleased to announce the appointment of Executive Chef Nicky Miscia. Bringing a global culinary perspective shaped by Michelin-starred restaurants and luxury hotels across Italy and the United States, Chef Miscia will lead the property’s culinary program with an emphasis on quality ingredients, refined technique, seasonality and warm hospitality, while drawing inspiration from the unique character of Telluride.

Kiana Jepsen has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at Hana-Maui Resort, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel

Hāna-Maui Resort, A Destination by Hyatt, announces the appointment of Kiana Jepsen as director of sales, marketing & events. In her new role, Jepsen will focus on driving business development, strengthening the resort’s market positioning, and expanding group and event opportunities for the iconic East Maui property.

Vivian Lacroix has been appointed as Director of Catering Sales and Events at The LINE DC

The LINE DC is pleased to announce the appointment of Vivian Lacroix as Director of Catering Sales and Events. In her new role, Lacroix will lead the hotel's catering sales and events strategy, working alongside its culinary and hospitality teams to create gatherings that reflect the LINE DC's distinctive sense of place and creative spirit. She will also focus on expanding the hotel's position as a premier destination for corporate, diplomatic, social, and celebratory events in Washington, D.C.

Jake Rodriguez has been appointed as General Manager at The Scottsdale Resort and Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Scottsdale Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton, today announced the appointment of Jake Rodriguez as General Manager, bringing a seasoned hospitality leader and Phoenix native to the helm of The Scottsdale Resort. Rodriguez joins the resort following nearly five years with leading hotel management company Driftwood Hospitality Management, where he has held leadership roles spanning sales and operations.