The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman is pleased to announce the appointment of John Woolley as General Manager, welcoming an accomplished global hospitality executive whose career with Marriott International has spanned more than two decades, four continents and some of the company’s most distinguished luxury resorts and hotels.
With more than 20 years of leadership experience in hotel management and food and beverage operations, Reda has a proven track record of driving positive business results and brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role.
Conrad Hong Kong has announced the appointment of Conor Hadlington as General Manager, effective 28 September 2026. A seasoned hotelier with nearly 18 years in global luxury hospitality, Hadlington takes the helm at one of the city’s most established landmark properties at Pacific Place, Admiralty.
This summer, Roberto Abbagnale joined Perla La Paz, Tapestry Collection by Hilton as General Manager ahead of the hotel’s opening this October. With nearly three decades of hospitality management experience, Abbagnale will oversee the hotel’s operational development as Perla prepares to welcome guests back to La Paz.
Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea is pleased to announce the appointment of Samantha van Exter as its new General Manager.
Hutton Brickyards has named Steven O'Hern General Manager, bringing an accomplished luxury hospitality leader to one of the Hudson Valley's most distinctive destinations.
The Ritz-Carlton, Turks & Caicos proudly announces the appointment of Hugo Lecanda as General Manager, welcoming an accomplished international hospitality leader to guide the resort and its Ladies and Gentlemen into its next chapter of luxury service and operational excellence.
HM Alpha Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Bohn as general manager of Hilton Scottsdale Resort & Villas. With a career spanning more than 15 years of hospitality leadership experience, Bohn aims to leverage her diverse background in luxury, independent, and branded properties to build upon the resort’s standard of excellence and lead the property into its next chapter.
Alterra Mountain Company, the world’s premier mountain operating company, today announced that experienced hospitality and operations leader Kelly Vohs has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, effective October 19, 2026.
The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort brings a seasoned hospitality executive with over 30 years of luxury hospitality experience to lead the oceanfront resort as General Manager. Throughout his career at internationally renowned luxury properties, Richard Sorensen has a proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences, strengthening operations and cultivating high-performing teams, including at Forbes Five-Star and AAA Five Diamond properties around the world. Sorensen’s approach combines the discipline of international luxury hospitality with warm, personal service. At Punta Mita, his priorities include developing the resort’s team, strengthening guest relationships and ensuring that the attention to detail associated with The St. Regis is felt throughout each stay.
Journeyhub Hotels, the hospitality platform of Boutique Corporation Public Company Limited (BC), has appointed Anuj Singh as Cluster Hotel Manager for Novotel Chiang Mai Nimman Journeyhub and ibis Chiang Mai Nimman Journeyhub, overseeing hotel operations, guest experience and commercial performance across the two properties.
The Westin Playa Vallarta, an All-Inclusive Resort, is pleased to announce the appointment of hospitality veteran Alex Andrade as Area General Manager. With more than four decades of experience across the hospitality industry, Andrade brings an extensive track record in resort operations, all-inclusive hospitality and team leadership to the newly transformed property. In his new role, he will oversee the resort’s 714 associates and guide the team as The Westin Playa Vallarta continues to attract travelers as Westin’s first all-inclusive resort in Mexico.
Starwood Hotels, the hotel brand management company that operates Baccarat Hotels, 1 Hotels, and Treehouse Hotels, is pleased to announce the appointment of Nijad Fares as General Manager of 1 Hotel Seattle.
Atura Hotels has appointed experienced hotelier Shannon Craig as General Manager of Atura Oran Park, adding to her current responsibilities as Area General Manager NSW, ahead of the hotel's highly anticipated opening in October 2026.
Carmel Valley Ranch, the 500-acre luxury resort nestled in the foothills of California’s Central Coast, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Wolf as its new Managing Director, bringing more than 40 years of hospitality leadership experience and a distinguished career with Hyatt to the role. Wolf joins Carmel Valley Ranch following an extensive tenure overseeing hotel operations, commercial strategy and teams across some of Hyatt’s largest and most recognized properties.
AC Hotel Beverly Hills has appointed Kevin Briggs as General Manager, bringing more than two decades of hospitality experience and extensive expertise in luxury and lifestyle hotel operations across the Los Angeles market.
Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group, has appointed Patrick Manthe as General Manager of Avani+ Luang Prabang in Laos, bringing an experienced regional hotelier to the 53-room property within the UNESCO World Heritage town.
Wildhive Eshott Hall is pleased to announce the appointment of Ewan Taylor as General Manager ahead of its launch in December 2026. In his new role, Ewan will lead the pre-opening team, overseeing recruitment, training and operational set-up ahead of launch, before taking on the day-to-day running of the hotel and managing heads of department.
Four Seasons announces the appointment of Hervé Fucho as General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Dominican Republic at Tropicalia, set to open in 2027. Developed by Cisneros Real Estate (Cisneros), this sustainable luxury resort is located along the northeastern coast of the Dominican Republic, along the shores of Playa Esmeralda, and features a tropical modernist design that inspires guests to engage with the natural environment.
TFE Hotels has announced the appointment of Shaarn Letele as General Manager of Vibe Hotel Darling Harbour, bringing more than 17 years' experience with TFE Hotels to the role.