Hakkasan Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Fai Choi as Research and Development Chef in the UK, marking a significant step in the Group’s continued investment in culinary innovation and the evolution of its UK food strategy.
Global Asset Solutions, a leading independent hospitality asset management and advisory firm, has appointed Jean-Baptiste Ruiz as asset manager, further strengthening its capabilities and global presence.
Cheval Collection has appointed Alyona Antonenko as General Counsel, supporting the company as it enters its next phase of strategic development.
Smith Hill Capital, the dedicated private credit and commercial real estate debt investment management business of Procaccianti Companies, announced today that Jon Stein has joined the firm as Principal. In his new role, Stein will focus on originating, structuring, and executing commercial real estate debt investments while helping expand the firm's lending platform and institutional relationships.
StepStone Hospitality, a premier hospitality management company specializing in full and select-service hotel operations, today announced that Jeff Miller has been named Chief Development Officer. Mr. Miller is responsible for leading business development efforts and focused on continuing to strategically expand the StepStone Hospitality portfolio which currently includes 40 hotels totaling more than 6,500 guest rooms.
Colliers, a leading diversified professional services and investment management company, announces that Ashwin Datta has joined the firm's Manhattan office as an Analyst with the Colliers Hospitality Practice Group. A recent graduate of Cornell University's Baker Program in Real Estate, Datta returns to Colliers after completing a 2025 internship with the team. The hire reflects Colliers' continued growth in its New York office, as the firm expands with top-tier talent across its practice groups.In his new role, Datta will support the Hospitality Practice Group across a range of initiatives, including operational improvements, marketing efforts, technology assessments and complex capital markets assignments. He will also assist with research, analysis and client- and management-facing materials, building on the experience he gained during his internship.
TROO Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Finney as a Non-Executive Director with effect from July 2026. Marc will work closely with the Board and executive leadership team, with a particular focus on supporting the company’s strategic growth objectives.
Global hospitality technology company PRISM today announced the appointment of Lia Prendergast as Vice President of Expansion, Europe and the Middle East. In this role, Prendergast will focus on developing and scaling PRISM’s upscale aparthotel and hotel portfolio across the region through long-term lease structures and acquisitions. She will work closely with the company’s senior global leadership team to build and expand PRISM’s operated hospitality platform across Europe and the Middle East.
Cambon Partners, an independent investment bank specializing in growth companies, continues to strengthen its Travel & Hospitality practice with the appointment of Kieran Yoo as Senior Vice President, based in London.
Marriott International has appointed Sander Looijen as its new Market Vice President for Vietnam, effective June 22, 2026. He will oversee the company’s hotel operations and rapid expansion in this key Asian market.
Langham Hospitality Group has appointed Josh Littman as Head of Development – EMEA. Based in London, Littman will lead the Group’s expansion efforts across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with a focus on securing new hotel and branded residence contracts for The Langham Hotels & Resorts, Cordis Hotels & Resorts, Eaton and Ying’nFlo.
Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, announces the appointment of Brian Jenkins as Head of HE Labs™, Hotel Equities' dedicated innovation and incubation platform built for evaluating emerging technologies, developing AI-driven workflows, and advancing new operating models designed to improve owner returns and hotel performance across the portfolio. In this role, Jenkins will oversee all HE Labs initiatives, from testing and evaluation to deployment, ensuring each advances through a defined progression before being implemented at the property-level and scaled.
HHM Hotels today announced the promotion of Shawn Tuli and Dani Elhachem to Managing Partner, each in addition to their respective and continuing roles as Chief Investment Officer and Chief Operating Officer. This leadership evolution formalizes a structure that integrates operational excellence and investment discipline at the highest level, under the continued direction of Naveen Kakarla, President & CEO.
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, has announced the appointment of long-standing IHG leader Joanna Kurowska as Vice President, Middle East and Africa Development. The move reflects IHG’s strategic focus on placing seasoned internal leaders in priority growth markets to strengthen owner partnerships, accelerate development, and drive sustained business performance across the region.
Gravity Haus, the award-winning adventure-lifestyle hospitality brand and membership club, today announced the appointment of Gavin Burns as Vice President of Business Development & Acquisitions. Burns joins the company following Gravity Haus’ recent acquisition of management agreements for three former LOGE properties — Westport, Washington; Missoula, Montana; and Alta Crystal Resort near Mount Rainier — further accelerating the brand’s strategic growth across the American West.
Langham Hospitality Group has appointed Josh Littman as Head of Development – EMEA. Based in London, Littman will lead the Group’s expansion efforts across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, with a focus on securing new hotel and branded residence contracts for The Langham Hotels & Resorts, Cordis Hotels & Resorts, Eaton and Ying’nFlo.
My Place Hotels of America, the largest affiliated company of The Rivett Organization, today announced the promotion of Eric Myers to senior vice president of franchise development. The move reflects both a recognition of Myers' leadership contributions to date and the intentional repositioning of his role to support The Rivett Organization's unified growth strategy across its vertically integrated ecosystem of affiliated companies.
Kew Green Hotels has promoted Simon Bullough to Development Director as it drives growth in the UK. The appointment will deepen the level of hotel expertise at the group as it works with investors to deliver high-performing properties.
The Rivett Organization today announced that Brian Quinn has joined as chief development officer (CDO), a newly created leadership role responsible for advancing a unified growth strategy across its vertically integrated ecosystem of affiliated companies, led by its flagship brand, My Place Hotels of America.
JLL (NYSE: JLL) announced the appointment of Cleavon Tan as Senior Vice President, Hotels & Hospitality Group, Hong Kong. Effective immediately, Tan will focus on providing strategic advisory services to Hong Kong’s diverse hotels sector, growing and strengthening JLL's platform in Hong Kong, deepening client relationships and expanding the firm's presence across the hospitality sector in this key global market.