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Ivan King ha sido designado(a) como General Manager en Carton House, a Fairmont Managed Hotel

King is an accomplished hospitality executive with extensive experience leading some of Ireland’s most prestigious luxury hotels and resort destinations. Over the course of his career, he has developed a strong reputation for operational excellence, commercial leadership, and delivering transformational growth across high-profile hospitality businesses.Prior to joining Carton House, A Fairmont Managed Hotel, as General Manager, King spent time at Luttrellstown Castle Resort, first as General Manager, and later as CEO. During his tenure, he oversaw a significant period of transformation for the luxury estate, enhancing its reputation as one of Ireland’s leading hospitality destinations through strategic development, operational innovation, and elevated guest experiences.Earlier in his career, King held senior leadership positions at The Shelbourne Dublin, Autograph Collection, where he played a key role during an important phase of growth and evolution, contributing as part of the leadership team that achieved the prestigious AA Red Star status.

Sherry Abedi ha sido nombrado(a) General Manager en LINE DC

The LINE DC is delighted to announce the appointment of Sherry Abedi as its new General Manager. In her new role she will oversee all aspects of the hotel, including operations, people and culture, sales and marketing, and guest experience strategy. Abedi will lead day-to-day hotel operations while driving programming, business development, and initiatives that strengthen the property’s connection to Washington D.C.’s cultural and creative communities.

Chris Ryan ha sido nombrado(a) General Manager en L’Auberge Del Mar

L'Auberge Del Mar, the oceanfront Noble House Hotels & Resorts property standing in the heart of Del Mar, Calif, is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Ryan as General Manager. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than 15 years of luxury hotel and resort experience, Ryan brings a dynamic operational background, deep food and beverage expertise, and a proven track record of elevating guest experiences across some of the industry’s most respected hospitality brands. In his new role, Ryan will oversee all operations for the iconic coastal resort, guiding the property’s continued evolution as one of Southern California’s premier luxury lifestyle destinations.

Rolland Vaughn ha sido nombrado(a) Golf General Manager en JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Rolland Vaughn as Golf General Manager. Palm Desert’s largest resort is known for its two 18-hole championship style courses set against the towering backdrop of the Santa Rosa Mountains. Both the Palm and Valley courses were designed by acclaimed architect Ted Robinson, “King of Waterscapes.” Each par-72 golf course is over 6,500 yards, catering to golfers of all levels and the Desert Springs Golf Club offers daily golf clinics, private lessons, group and event packages.  As an industry veteran, Vaughn brings a wealth of leadership experience in golf operations across premier resort, private club, and Troon-managed properties. Most recently, he served as Head Golf Professional at Marriott’s Shadow Ridge Golf Club in Palm Desert. Prior to that, he held the same role at Desert Island Country Club in Rancho Mirage.His extensive background also includes serving as General Manager at Torreon Golf Club in Show Low, Arizona - a Troon Privé property - as well as nearly six years as General Manager at Shadow Hills Golf Club in Indio. Earlier in his career, Vaughn was Director of Golf at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club in Maricopa, Arizona. Throughout his tenure, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to operational excellence, team development, and delivering elevated guest experiences.Vaughn’s golf expertise is poised to drive ongoing success at JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa. He oversees full P&L responsibility for golf operations, including 36 holes, the practice facility, retail, and food and beverage touchpoints.  Under Vaughn’s guidance, the property continues to enhance its renowned golf offerings and guest experience.Vaughn holds a Bachelor of Science in Business from Ferris State University, where he specialized in Marketing with a concentration in Professional Golf Management. A Michigan native, Vaughn enjoys spending time with his wife, Alison, their daughter, Sawyer Grace, and their two dogs, Moose Tracks and Bear Paws. In his free time, he enjoys home improvement and landscaping projects and is a devoted fan of Detroit professional sports teams and the University of Michigan. For more information or to book, visit: Jwdesertsprings.247activities.com

Richard Evanich ha sido nombrado(a) General Manager en Cavallo Point Lodge

Cavallo Point, the historic luxury resort at the end of the Golden Gate Bridge, is proud to announce the appointment of Richard Evanich as General Manager. A hospitality veteran with over 20 years of experience leading four- and five-star properties, Evanich brings a distinguished background of operational excellence and a deep-rooted passion for the guest experience to the iconic Sausalito retreat.

Grant Thompson ha sido nombrado(a) General Manager en InterContinental Halong Bay Resort by IHG

InterContinental Halong Bay Resort, the five-star beachside sanctuary that opened in July 2025, has announced the appointment of Grant Thompson as its new General Manager. As the only internationally branded luxury resort overlooking Halong Bay, the hotel offers a more stay-led way to experience the destination, beyond traditional itineraries.