Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti announces the appointment of Mary Bowens as General Manager, bringing more than two and a half decades of experience with Four Seasons to one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations.
Hodges Bay Resort & Spa, part of the HQ Collection by sbe, welcomes Christopher Eastmond as general manager of the luxury beachfront resort, bringing more than three decades of global hospitality experience and a distinguished career leading premier resorts across the Caribbean.
The Harborvale announces the appointment of Heinrich von Puschendorf as General Manager. As Burlington’s premier lakefront destination prepares for its anticipated opening in June 2026, this appointment marks the first in a series of strategic leadership hires.
Pendry Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephane Mercier as General Manager of Pendry Tampa, the highly anticipated luxury hotel and residential development set to open in 2027. Mercier brings more than 35 years of global hospitality experience, with a distinguished career spanning Europe, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
The Landings Resort & Spa in St Lucia is happy to announce the appointment of Lindon Lovell as its new Managing Director, who joined the resort this month. This milestone marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the resort’s journey to further elevate its standing as one of the Caribbean’s premier luxury destinations.
Raffles Seychelles welcomes Gerrard McNamara as Resort Manager, at an important moment in the resort’s evolution on the island of Praslin. With a global hospitality career shaped by some of the world’s most respected luxury brands, Gerrard arrives with a leadership style defined by presence, intuition, and a deep commitment to both guest experience and team culture.
Jannah Hotels & Resorts announces the promotion of Roger Nader to the position of Cluster General Manager for EDGE and Jannah Ras Al Khaimah, reflecting the group’s continued focus on strengthening leadership across its growing hospitality portfolio in the UAE.
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.
Parmelia Hilton Perth has appointed passionate hotelier Oliver Schwartz as their new General Manager, taking the helm at the cusp of a new chapter for the property.
TFE Hotels has announced the appointment of Rick Lee as Hotel Manager of Adina Heritage Christchurch, reinforcing the group's operational leadership as it continues to grow its portfolio across Australia and New Zealand.
TFE Hotels is pleased to welcome back Melissa Gosselin, who has rejoined the New Zealand network as Cluster General Manager across Travelodge Hotel Wellington and Adina CityLife Wellington.
TFE Hotels has announced the appointment of Nicole Richards as General Manager of Adina Adelaide Treasury, reinforcing the group's operational leadership as it continues to grow its portfolio across Australia and New Zealand. Richards will commence in mid-June 2026.
TFE Hotels has announced the appointment of Ajay Vaid as Regional General Manager VIC/TAS/SA, reinforcing the group's operational leadership as it continues to grow its portfolio across Australia and New Zealand.
Grand Hyatt Baha Mar, the luxury, family-friendly resort located along Cable Beach on the picturesque island of New Providence, The Bahamas, today welcomes Steven J. Smith as Managing Director. With an accomplished hospitality career spanning more than 40 years with Hyatt, Smith is recognized for delivering strong financial performance, elevating operations, and building meaningful partnerships within each community he has served.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the appointment of Linda Griffin as area general manager, Canada, overseeing a portfolio of full‑service and focused‑service hotels across Ontario, Québec and British Columbia. In her new role, Griffin provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for Hilton Québec, Hilton Toronto, Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites, Hilton Mississauga/Meadowvale, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Belleville, and Hampton Inn by Hilton Chilliwack, working closely with hotel leadership teams to advance service excellence and team engagement across the region. Based in Ontario at Hilton Toronto, Griffin works closely with Hilton’s regional and property teams to support operations, leadership development and memorable guest experiences across Canada, returning to a property that marked one of the earliest milestones in her Hilton career in 1989.
The Kimpton Gray Hotel is proud to announce the appointment of Adam Gurgiolo as general manager. A Chicago native with nearly 30 years of hospitality experience, Gurgiolo returns to the Kimpton brand to oversee operations at the award-winning hotel located in the historic 1894 New York Life Insurance Building.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the appointment of Barbara Göttling as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Munich. Ms Göttling will take up her new position on 1 May 2026, succeeding Marc Epper.
United Hospitality Management is pleased to announce the appointment of Shadi Refai as Cluster General Manager for the Arabella Beach Hotel Kuwait, Vignette Collection by IHG and a soon to be opened second hotel in Kuwait City marking a key milestone as the company continues to strengthen its regional footprint and accelerate its expansion across the Middle East.
El Encanto, Santa Barbara’s most storied luxury hideaway, has appointed Chris Saputo as General Manager. Bringing more than 20 years of hospitality experience to the role, Saputo joins the property with a background spanning luxury hotel brands, acclaimed independent resorts, and a deep-rooted passion for thoughtful service and operational excellence.
Fairmont Mayakoba, the luxurious beachfront sanctuary set amidst Riviera Maya’s pristine coastline and lush tropical mangroves, announces the appointment of Gonzalo Güelman Ros as General Manager. A respected global hospitality leader, Ros brings more than 30 years of experience across the Americas and the Caribbean, with a distinguished reputation for leading luxury resorts whilst consistently enhancing both operational performance and guest experiences.