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Christophe Hilty a été nommé(e) General Manager chez Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco

Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco today announced the appointment of Christophe Hilty as General Manager. In this role, Christophe Hilty will lead the highly anticipated hotel’s pre-opening journey ahead of its expected early 2027 debut, bringing more than 25 years of international luxury hospitality experience to the Park Hyatt brand’s forthcoming arrival in Mexico City.

Dan Peterson a été promu(e) au poste de Chief Operating Officer chez Avion Hospitality

Peterson transitions from his previous role as senior vice president of operations. In his new position, he will oversee company-wide hotel operations, brand relationships, operational strategy and field leadership across Avion’s growing portfolio.  Since joining Avion, Peterson has played an instrumental role in shaping the company’s operational platform and strengthening relationships with ownership groups and brand partners.

Kara Glamore a été nommé(e) General Manager, Australia & New Zealand chez Virtuoso

Virtuoso, the leading global network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, today announced the appointment of Kara Glamore as General Manager, Australia & New Zealand. Glamore joins Virtuoso having held senior regional roles in cruise and retail sectors, most recently as Vice President ANZ (Regional GM) at Carnival Cruise Line, where she was awarded Travel Weekly’s Female Executive of the Year in 2024. Her appointment comes as Greg Treasure steps into retirement following more than two years heading up the region for Virtuoso.

Michael Robinson a été nommé(e) General Manager chez The Valorian Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Valorian Los Angeles, a Curio Collection by Hilton, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Robinson as general manager. A seasoned hospitality executive with extensive global experience across upper upscale and luxury lifestyle boutique hotels and resorts, Robinson will lead the property and oversee all aspects of operations.

Raina Spasov a été nommé(e) General Manager chez The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection

The Drake Oak Brook, Autograph Collection, today announced the appointment of Raina Spasov as General Manager. In her new role, Spasov will oversee operations of the 154-room hotel, located just outside Chicago in the exclusive suburban enclave of Oak Brook, Illinois. She joins the hotel’s accomplished group of female executive leaders, including owner Tely Nagle, Operations Manager and stakeholder Karla Caldera, and Director of Sales & Marketing Jill Hare, among others. 

Paul Harnedy a été nommé(e) Chief Operating Officer chez YOTEL

Joining the business as Chief Operating Officer, Paul Harnedy will oversee global hotel operations and commercial strategy across YOTEL’s growing portfolio of city centre hotels, airport hotels (YOTELAIR) and flexible, extended stay properties (YOTELPAD). He will play a key role in driving operational and commercial excellence across the business, further strengthening owner relationships and supporting delivery of the company’s growth strategy.

Dani Elhachem a été promu(e) au poste de Managing Partner & Chief Operating Officer chez HHM Hotels

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.