Mandarin Oriental has appointed Mirko Cattini as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Rome, ahead of the hotel’s scheduled opening in 2027. The appointment supports the Group’s continued strategic expansion in Italy and its long-term commitment to Europe’s luxury hospitality market.
Mandarin Oriental has appointed Nicola Abate as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental Cristallo, Cortina, ahead of the Alpine resort’s scheduled opening in 2027. The appointment marks an important step in the Group’s strategic growth in Italy and further reinforces its long-term commitment to Europe’s luxury hospitality sector.
Deboeck takes the reins at Anantara Bazaruto Island Resort with over 15 years of international leadership across luxury hotels and resorts in Europe, the Caribbean, the Middle East and Africa. She most recently served as General Manager at Domes of Corfu, Autograph Collection in Greece.
With more than two decades of hospitality leadership experience, Joshua Hargrove returns to Marriott’s Waikiki Collection as General Manager of Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach, and Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach. Most recently, he served as General Manager of The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kaanapali, where he guided the renowned resort through a period of continued growth and guest experience excellence.
Four Seasons Hotel Hangzhou at West Lake announces the appointment of Nicolas Senes as General Manager. Bringing extensive international leadership experience across Europe and Asia, Nicolas joins the award-winning lakeside retreat with a proven track record in operational excellence, thoughtful leadership, and developing high-performing teams through strong mentorship. His people-first approach and unwavering commitment to service excellence will further strengthen the hotel's position as one of China's most distinguished luxury destinations.
M Social Hotel Sunnyvale, the new lifestyle hotel owned by Millennium Hotels and Resorts set to debut in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fall 2026, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jakub Skyvara as General Manager.
Jamaica Inn, one of the Caribbean’s most storied luxury resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Owen S. Henry Jr. as Hotel Manager. In his new role, Henry will oversee the resort’s day-to-day operations and guest experience initiatives, reporting to Kyle Mais, who was recently promoted to Managing Director and shareholder of Jamaica Inn.
Hayes Mansion, Curio Collection by Hilton, one of San Jose’s most distinguished historic landmarks and storied hotels, has appointed Isabelle Matter as its new general manager. A respected hospitality leader with more than 20 years of executive experience spanning luxury, lifestyle, and full-service hotels, Matter will oversee all operations for the property as it continues to evolve its identity as a modern California estate rooted in a legacy of hosting, thoughtful service, and the rich history that has made the property a treasured part of San Jose for more than 120 years.
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Jace Conrad Wirth as General Manager of Bretton Woods Ski Area. With nearly two decades of leadership experience at mountain resorts across North America, including Cannon Mountain in New Hampshire and Granby Ranch in Colorado, Wirth will oversee year-round operations at Bretton Woods Ski Area, providing strategic leadership across mountain operations, guest experience, community relations and long-term growth initiatives.
Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Abdullatif Al Farsi as General Manager, making him the youngest Omani General Manager to lead a luxury resort in the Sultanate.
W Riyadh – KAFD part of W Hotels, has announced the appointment of Fares Daghlas as General Manager. Bringing over two decades of luxury hospitality experience across the Middle East, Daghlas joins W Riyadh – KAFD at an exciting time as the newly opened hotel begins to shape a new era of lifestyle hospitality in the Kingdom.
Cordish Gaming Group, the gaming division of The Cordish Companies, today announced Jason Birney has been named Executive Vice President & General Manager of Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the world-class gaming, dining, and entertainment destination located in the heart of South Philadelphia's Stadium District.
Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh today announced the appointment of Ajit Singh Gandhi as General Manager, effective July 1, 2026. In this role, Ajit will oversee all aspects of the hotel's operations, commercial strategy, colleague culture and guest experience, while further strengthening Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh's position as a vibrant lifestyle destination at the heart of the City Beautiful.
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicolas Renouf as Resort Manager. A seasoned hospitality executive with deep expertise and experience at four- and five-star hotels across North America, Europe and the Middle East, including InterContinental Boston, Four Seasons Palm Beach and Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga, Renouf will oversee day-to-day resort operations while working alongside Managing Director Michael Medeiros. In his role, he will help advance strategic business initiatives, elevate the guest experience and drive operational excellence as the resort enters an exciting new chapter.
Marcus Hotels & Resorts, a nationally recognized hotel owner and management company and division of Marcus Corporation, today announced the promotion of Jesse Kearns to General Manager of AC Hotel Chicago Downtown, a 226-room modern hotel located in Chicago's River North area, just steps from the Magnificent Mile.
Kimpton Hotel George has announced the appointment of Allan Bella as its new General Manager, who will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, team development, guest satisfaction and strategic market positioning for the Capitol Hill property. Bella comes into this role with more than 12 years of hospitality leadership spanning independent, branded and lifestyle hotels across the United States.
As Palladium Hotel Group advances its international growth strategy and strengthens its focus on high-value luxury and lifestyle destinations, the Spanish hospitality group has appointed Farah Jaber as Managing Director, Southeast Asia. Reporting directly to CEO Jesús Sobrino, Jaber will lead the group's strategy, growth and operations across the region, spearheading Palladium Hotel Group's expansion and the development of its portfolio of Luxury & Lifestyle, High Energy and All-Inclusive brands across Southeast Asia, including BLESS Collection Hotels, The Unexpected Hotels, Only YOU Hotels, TRS Hotels and Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts, throughout Southeast Asia.
W Hotels’ recently revitalized global flagship property, W New York - Union Square, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pascha Bhatti as its new General Manager. With over 17 years of international hospitality experience and a strong foundation across the Marriott luxury brands including W Hotels and The Ritz-Carlton, Pascha brings extensive expertise in hotel concept development, brand positioning, and operational excellence to the newly transformed property.
InterContinental San Diego announces the appointment of Lisa Ares as General Manager of the luxury waterfront hotel. A hospitality leader with more than 20 years of experience, Ares oversees hotel operations, guest experience, and team leadership, while deepening the hotel’s role in the San Diego community and ensuring the property continues to set the standard for sophisticated travel in Southern California.
Hyatt Vacation Club at Highlands Inn has named Jimmy Furtado as its new general manager. Furtado steps into the role at one of the Monterey Peninsula's most storied coastal properties, bringing more than 20 years of hospitality leadership and a track record of operational innovation across premier resort brands.