Crowne Plaza Muscat Oman Convention & Exhibition Centre has announced the appointment of Jad Germanos as General Manager, further strengthening the hotel’s leadership team as it enters its next phase of operational excellence and commercial growth.
PM Hotel Group has appointed Kirk Pederson as chief operating officer. In his new role, he will oversee hotel operations and commercial strategy across the company’s portfolio.
Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach announces that Mark Bingle has been appointed General Manager, bringing nearly three decades of Four Seasons experience to the iconic oceanfront retreat. Palm Beach’s only Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five Diamond property, the Resort is set on a private stretch of the island’s most coveted beach and has earned Two Michelin keys in each of the award’s first two years, making it one of only six in Florida and the only recipient in Palm Beach.
Four Seasons Hotel Seattle announces the appointment of Graham Williamson as General Manager. A respected leader within Four Seasons since 2003, Williamson brings more than 20 years of international experience shaped by operational excellence, thoughtful innovation, and a people-first approach to hospitality.
Marriott International is pleased to announce the appointment of Henri Michel as General Manager of the Paris Marriott Champs-Elysées Hotel, effective February 1, 2026. The appointment comes at a pivotal moment for the landmark property, which has just completed a significant redesign led by award-winning London design studio Muza Lab, blending Parisian heritage with modern elegance throughout the hotel’s guestrooms, suites, social spaces, and culinary venues.
Claremont Resort & Club has announced the appointment of Andrew Lombard as General Manager of The Club, the resort’s legendary private members club, which is also available to hotel guests.
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa and Marriott Cancun, An All-Inclusive Resort, two iconic beachfront properties, are now under new leadership with the appointment of Juan Carlos Calderon as the new Complex General Manager. In this role, Mr. Calderon will oversee all operational aspects and continued growth, while ensuring an exceptional guest experience at both properties.
Miraval The Red Sea has appointed Muhammad Al Nasser as Resort Manager, leading operational excellence and pre-opening readiness for the adults-only, all-inclusive wellbeing sanctuary on Shura Island.
As Miraval The Red Sea prepares to welcome travellers to Shura Island, the resort has announced Juan Paolo Alfonso as General Manager, leading the Executive Leadership Team appointed to define a new standard for integrative, purpose-led wellbeing in the region. Crafted as an adults-only, all-inclusive sanctuary, the resort will bring together refined luxury, mindfulness, and personal transformation, positioning Miraval The Red Sea as a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s evolving wellness landscape.
Valencia Hotel Collection proudly announces the appointment of Jessica Hall as General Manager of Cotton Court. This strategic leadership appointment reinforces the hotel’s continued commitment to operational excellence and delivering elevated guest experiences.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island proudly announces the appointment of Duncan Bond as Hotel Manager, ushering in a new era of purposeful leadership and contemporary energy at one of the Maldives’ most iconic destinations.
Valencia Hotel Collection proudly announces the appointment of John Thomas as General Manager and Anna Darden as Director of Sales and Marketing of Caravan Court, the eighth property in the Valencia Hotel Collection, set to debut in Arlington, Texas in Spring 2026. Together, these strategic leadership additions reinforce the hotel’s commitment to operational excellence, revenue growth, and elevated guest experiences.
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group with hotels, resorts and branded residences across 59 countries, has appointed has appointed Milan Jajčanin as Hotel Manager of Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles, strengthening the resort’s operational leadership as it continues to build momentum in the Indian Ocean.
Oliver Hospitality has appointed Chris Delgado as General Manager of The Sarasota Modern. Delgado brings more than 15 years of experience across hotel management, openings, guest services, and operations to the 89-room property located in Sarasota’s vibrant Rosemary District. Boasting two on-site dining concepts, Wink Wink Food & Drink and Wink Wink Pool Bar, The Sarasota Modern also features an iconic pool deck and proximity to Lido Key Beach. In his new role, Delgado will oversee day-to-day operations, guest experience, financial performance, and team leadership.
Silverado Resort is pleased to announce the appointment of Jay Rocha to Vice President and General Manager for the Napa Valley resort, effective December 15. A seasoned leader with more than three decades of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, Rocha will oversee the strategic direction, operational excellence, and performance of the iconic property while reinforcing Silverado’s position as a premier wine country destination.
Pan Pacific Hotels Group (PPHG) today announced the appointment of Kung Teong Wah as Cluster General Manager overseeing PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering, Singapore and PARKROYAL on Beach Road, Singapore. This leadership realignment underscores the Group’s continued commitment to strengthening operational excellence, innovation and long-term growth across its Singapore portfolio.
A seasoned professional in the world of luxury hospitality, Guillaume Ranvier has joined Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo as General Manager. He officially took up his position on January 5, 2026, succeeding Louis Starck, who was appointed General Manager of Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo at the end of last September. With an impressive international career in prestigious hotel establishments, Guillaume Ranvier will now bring his expertise and ultra-luxury experience to one of Monaco’s most iconic hotels. Arriving directly from the Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris, where he served as Hotel Manager, Guillaume Ranvier now leads Hôtel Hermitage, a connoisseurs’ hotel currently undergoing transformation.
Hilton Garden Inn Bahrain Bay is delighted to announce the appointment of Alena Sodal as General Manager. With over 12 years of international hospitality experience across Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia, Alena brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and a passion for creating exceptional guest experiences.
Justin Wyborn, who has more than 25 years of international hospitality experience, has been appointed SVP and General Manager of the upcoming Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. Since joining Hard Rock in 2013, Wyborn has held multiple leadership roles across Florida properties and most recently served as President of Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati.
Following seven successful years as President of Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Bo Guidry has been appointed President of Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati. In his previous role, Guidry played an instrumental part in the opening of the iconic Guitar Hotel and in the introduction of sports betting, craps, and roulette.