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Chad Heilesen a été promu(e) au poste de Vice Presidents of Operations chez Pyramid Global Hospitality

Pyramid Global Hospitality also strengthened leadership within Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, the company’s portfolio of independent resorts and hotels, with the promotions of Thomas Pavlik and Chad Heilesen to vice presidents of operations. Pavlik and Heilesen join Pyramid Global Hospitality's senior operations team overseeing the Benchmark Resorts & Hotels portfolio, partnering closely with on-property teams and ownership groups to drive performance while preserving the distinctive character that defines each property.

Thomas Pavlik a été promu(e) au poste de Vice Presidents of Operations chez Pyramid Global Hospitality

Pyramid Global Hospitality also strengthened leadership within Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, the company’s portfolio of independent resorts and hotels, with the promotions of Thomas Pavlik and Chad Heilesen to vice presidents of operations. Pavlik and Heilesen join Pyramid Global Hospitality's senior operations team overseeing the Benchmark Resorts & Hotels portfolio, partnering closely with on-property teams and ownership groups to drive performance while preserving the distinctive character that defines each property.

Bill McKinney a été nommé(e) Corporate Director of Food and Beverage chez Pyramid Global Hospitality

Bill McKinney brings more than 20 years of experience spanning luxury hotels, restaurants and bars to his new role as Pyramid Global Hospitality’s corporate director of food and beverage. Most recently, he led food and beverage operations for more than 45 hotels across the U.S. and Caribbean within IHG's Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. In his new role, McKinney will partner with hotels across Pyramid Global Hospitality to strengthen the performance of food and beverage outlets, advance strategic initiatives and continue elevating the guest experience.

Jennifer Boyce-Heller a été nommé(e) Senior Vice President of Accounting chez Azul Hospitality Group

Boyce-Heller will oversee Azul's accounting organization, bringing extensive experience in hospitality finance, owner reporting, treasury, and shared-services accounting. Copeland brings more than 25 years of hospitality leadership experience, with a proven track record of driving operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and delivering strong commercial results across Marriott-, Hyatt-, and Hilton-branded hotels.

Bobby Copeland a été désigné(e) comme Regional Vice President of Operations chez Azul Hospitality Group

Throughout his career, Copeland has successfully led hotel openings, repositioning initiatives, and operational improvements that enhanced guest satisfaction, strengthened associate engagement, and improved asset performance. At AC Hotel Beverly Hills, he spearheaded the launch of Nava Rooftop Bar & Lounge and transformed underutilized space into a revenue-generating meeting venue while helping position the rooftop outlet for significant growth. Earlier in his career, he opened both AC Hotel Orlando Downtown and Courtyard by Marriott Delray Beach, consistently delivering strong operating performance and mentoring leaders across multiple hotel brands.

Mark Spadoni a été nommé(e) Managing Director chez Barnsley Resort

Barnsley Resort, a 3,000-acre luxury retreat nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, announces the appointment of Mark Spadoni as Managing Director. With more than three decades of experience leading renowned hospitality properties throughout the South, Spadoni brings extensive leadership expertise and a deep understanding of operating complex destination resorts to his role.

Kate Brown a été nommé(e) Vice President of Sales chez onefinestay

onefinestay, the curated luxury vacation rental brand, has announced the appointment of Kate Brown as Vice President of Sales, strengthening its commercial leadership as the company continues to refine its portfolio and expand in response to growing demand from affluent leisure travelers.  This is a pivotal moment as onefinestay elevates its carefully curated collection of exceptional homes while investing in the relationships and service that define the brand's luxury offering.

Daniel Simon a été nommé(e) Managing Director chez Rosewood Calistoga and Rosewood Residences Calistoga

Rosewood Calistoga is pleased to announce the appointment of Daniel Simon as Managing Director. An accomplished luxury hospitality executive with more than three decades of international experience, Simon will lead the opening of Rosewood’s highly anticipated Napa Valley estate. Nestled on Calistoga’s forested ridgeline, the estate is set to debut in early 2027, marking a significant milestone in Rosewood's continued growth across the Americas under the brand's new discovery - led era

Kevin Danet a été nommé(e) Director of Food and Beverage chez Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

With more than a decade of experience in Vietnam, and having spent almost two years as Assistant Director of Food and Beverage at Metropole Hanoi before stepping into this new position, Kevin brings intimate knowledge of the local market and hospitality landscape. He oversees the hotel’s eight F&B outlets, including the signature modern French fine dining restaurant Le Beaulieu. “Beautiful venues and exceptional cuisine are important, but what guests remember most is how we made them feel,” Kevin said.

Liam Nealon a été nommé(e) Director of Culinary chez Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Liam joined the Metropole with 25 years of international experience across Australia, Asia and Europe, most recently at the Four Seasons Resort Bali. Known for his deep respect for ingredients and focus on natural flavours, Liam aims to create more dynamic, engaging guest experiences. “I am particularly passionate about collaborating closely with service teams to foster meaningful guest connections and memorable moments,” Liam said.

Jennifer Boisclair a été nommé(e) Director of Spa & Retail chez Tradewinds Beach Resort

 TradeWinds Resort is pleased to welcome Jennifer Boisclair as its Director of Spa & Retail. Jennifer brings extensive leadership experience across hospitality, wellness, retail, and business operations, with a record of developing teams, launching new concepts, strengthening partnerships, and creating experiences that support both guest satisfaction and revenue growth.

Lotachukwu Monyei a été nommé(e) Director of PR & Marketing chez Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Abu Dhabi

Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Abu Dhabi has appointed Lotachukwu (Lota) Monyei as Director of PR & Marketing, a strategic move to strengthen the hotel's brand presence and reputation. In her new role, Monyei will lead the hotel's public relations, brand, and marketing strategy across all channels, driving awareness and revenue for the 400-room property and its dining, events, and leisure offering.

Stephen George a été promu(e) au poste de Director of Operations chez Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel

Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel has announced the elevation of Stephen George as Director of Operations. Bringing over 20 years of hospitality experience, Stephen assumes the role after serving as the hotel's Director of Food & Beverage, where he played a pivotal role in strengthening operational performance, enhancing guest experiences and driving key business initiatives.

Anil Kumar A a été nommé(e) Associate Director of Engineering chez Radisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road

Radisson Blu Bengaluru Outer Ring Road announced the appointment of Anil Kumar A as Associate Director of Engineering. A seasoned hospitality engineering professional with more than 25 years of experience, Anil brings an exceptional blend of operational expertise, technical leadership, and pre-opening excellence to one of Bengaluru's leading business hotels.

Ryan Murphy a été nommé(e) Executive Chef chez Trump Turnberry

Trump Hotels is proud to announce the appointment of Ryan Murphy as Executive Chef at Trump Turnberry, the iconic Forbes Five-Star resort and home to two AA Rosettes. In his new role, Murphy will lead all culinary and Food & Beverage operations across the resort, including its restaurants, championship golf clubhouse, banquet program and in-room dining, while helping shape the next chapter of Turnberry’s celebrated dining experiences. 

Bo Counts a été promu(e) au poste de Executive Chef chez Swissotel Chicago

Swissôtel Chicago, recognized as one of the Best Conference Hotels in Chicago by U.S. News & World Report, has promoted long-time culinary team member Bo Counts to Executive Chef. In his new role, Counts oversees back-of-house culinary execution, menu innovation and kitchen staff management at its signature lounge, Amuse.His leadership focuses on approachable, high-quality cuisine, sustainable kitchen initiatives and menu offerings that align with the hotel’s Vitality brand pillar.