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Appointments

Jamie Smart has been appointed as Executive Chef at Kilchoan Estate by Dunton

Kilchoan Estate by Dunton, the highly anticipated new hospitality venture opening later this month on Scotland's remote Knoydart Peninsula, today announced the appointment of Jamie Smart as Executive Chef. The acclaimed Scottish chef will lead the culinary program for the 13,000-acre estate, bringing experience from some of Britain's most respected ingredient-led kitchens to one of the country's most remarkable natural larders.

Dunton
Mallaig, United Kingdom

Minu Budhathoki has been appointed as Director of Spa at Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center

Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Minu Budhathoki as the Director of Spa. In her new role, Minu will lead the hotel’s spa and wellness division, focusing on enhancing guest experiences, strengthening wellness programming, and further positioning the property as a preferred luxury wellness destination in Bengaluru.

Sheraton
Bengaluru, India
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Yudith Dwi Astuti has been appointed as Director of Public Relations and Marketing Communications at Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta

Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta announces the appointment of Yudith Dwi Astuti as Director of Public Relations and Marketing Communications. Bringing more than two decades of experience across hospitality, media, and marketing, Yudith joins the leadership team with a wealth of expertise in brand storytelling, strategic communications, and guest engagement.

Four Seasons
Jakarta, Indonesia

Matt Skaletsky has been appointed as General Manager at Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences At Grace Bay

Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay, a design-driven beachfront resort and residential retreat positioned along Grace Bay Beach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Skaletsky as its General Manager. A seasoned hospitality professional with over two decades of experience, Skaletsky brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to the brand’s first Caribbean property. 

Andaz
The Bight Settlement, Turks and Caicos Islands

Yvonne Everhardt has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Eliza Jane

The Eliza Jane, a 196-room boutique hotel rooted in the rich history of New Orleans, announced the appointment of Yvonne Everhardt as director of sales and marketing. In this role, Everhardt will lead the property’s overall revenue strategy, guiding sales and marketing efforts across group, corporate and leisure segments while continuing to elevate the hotel’s presence as one of the city’s most distinctive destinations. This appointment comes on the heels of the property’s recent introduction as a member of Marriott’s Autograph Collection.  

Autograph Collection Hotels
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

Daniela Bartels has been appointed as Head of MICE Central Europe at Leonardo Hotels

Leonardo Hotels strengthened its MICE segment with effect from 1 April 2026 by adding a new position of Head of MICE Central Europe. Daniela Bartels, a seasoned  expert within the branch who previously worked for the company between 2014 and 2015 as Director of Sales Cluster North, is returning to Leonardo Hotels to assume this task and is able to look back on many years of experience in the MICE and Sales sector.

Leonardo Hotels
Berlin, Germany

Akshay Shetty has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at JW Marriott Goa

JW Marriott Goa is pleased to announce the appointment of Akshay Shetty as Director of Sales and Marketing.  Akshay brings over 14 years of rich experience in the realm of Business Development and Sales and Marketing within the luxury sector and hospitality industry.  He now leads the dynamic sales team of JW Marriott Goa, creating and overseeing revenue plans and achieving targets.  

JW Marriott
Vagator, India
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Tiffany Crawlle has been appointed as Hotel Manager at La Bahia Hotel & Spa

La Bahia Hotel & Spa, the first and only luxury resort of its kind in the idyllic coastal town of Santa Cruz, announces the appointment of Tiffany Crawlle as Hotel Manager. Bringing more than 15 years of luxury hospitality and resort leadership experience, Crawlle joins the executive team and will oversee day-to-day operations, guest experience, and team leadership for the landmark property.

Ensemble Investments,
Santa Cruz, California, United States

Nadia Santacruz has been appointed as General Manager at Red Cliffs Lodge Zion, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Red Cliffs Lodge Zion, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, an immersive destination crafted for the adventure traveler in the heart of Zion Canyon, is proud to announce the appointment of Nadia Santacruz as general manager. In her new role, Santacruz oversees hotel operations, guest experience strategy, financial performance, food and beverage innovation and team development at the only full-service Marriott Bonvoy property in Springdale, and the closest Marriott to Zion National Park.

Tribute Portfolio
Springdale, Utah, United States

Joseph Palminteri has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at InterContinental Washington D.C. - the Wharf by IHG

InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf, a leading luxury waterfront hotel in the nation’s capital, announces the appointment of Joseph Palminteri as Director of Food and Beverage. With more than two decades of experience across luxury hospitality properties, Palminteri brings extensive leadership expertise in food and beverage operations and guest experience management to the property’s dining venues, including signature restaurant Willowsong. 

InterContinental
Washington, District of Columbia, United States