Appointments

Kurt Berman has been appointed as General Manager at Inn at Perry Cabin

Inn at Perry Cabin, the acclaimed waterfront resort nestled on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, announces the appointment of Kurt Berman as General Manager. A luxury hospitality veteran with nearly three decades of experience spanning four continents, Berman arrives in St. Michaels following a career leading some of the world’s most distinctive resorts, private island escapes, and adventure destinations. 

Bastian Germer has been appointed as General Manager at Park Hyatt Sydney

Park Hyatt Sydney has announced the appointment of Bastian Germer as its new general manager, bringing extensive expertise to one of Australia’s most recognised luxury properties. The leadership transition has been positioned as an important step for the harbourside hotel, where a strong focus remains on maintaining service excellence and delivering memorable guest experiences.

Tristan Delaittre has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Eden

Dorchester Collection has announced the appointment of Tristan Delaittre as general manager of Hotel Eden in Rome, effective October 1, 2026. After more than seven years with the company, he takes on the role following his most recent position as corporate director of food and beverage, where he oversaw strategy across Dorchester Collection's portfolio of hotels and contributed to the development of future openings in Dubai and Tokyo.

Mohamed Eldardiry has been appointed as General Manager at Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Buckhead

Eldardiry joins the hotel from Hilton Garden Inn Bel Air and Homewood Suites by Hilton Bel Air, where he previously held the role of complex general manager. In his new role, Eldardiry will oversee all aspects of the hotel’s operations, including the guest experience, team leadership, sales and marketing, and overall property performance, while reinforcing the hotel’s reputation as a premier hospitality destination in Buckhead.

Sid Ramani has been appointed as General Manager at Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort and Spa

Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, the 519-room oceanfront resort along Surf City USA, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sid Ramani as General Manager. Ramani brings more than 25 years of experience with Hyatt Hotels Corporation, having held leadership positions across the Hyatt Regency, Grand Hyatt, Andaz, Hyatt Centric and Hyatt House brands.

Dimitrios Bessis has been appointed as Managing Director at Kimpton Miralina Resort And Villas

Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley appointed Dimitrios Bessis as managing director, following the announcement of the final phase of the reimagined resort’s $70 million transformation. Set for completion in early 2027, the project includes the addition of 134 Valley Villas and The Enclave, a hotel-within-a-hotel concept featuring 10 Residences, along with the Arizona debut of Katsuya, the acclaimed modern Japanese restaurant from lifestyle hospitality group sbe. In this role, Bessis will oversee operations across the resort as Kimpton Miralina moves toward its full 404-key footprint and expanded slate of culinary, wellness and event offerings.

Dieter Schmitz has been appointed as Managing Director at The Standard, High Line

Schmitz is an accomplished lifestyle and luxury hospitality executive with extensive experience leading openings, renovations and repositionings across the U.S. He joins The Standard, High Line following his role as General Manager of Sofitel New York, where he oversaw the hotel’s comprehensive renovation of its 398 guest rooms and public spaces, while leading a renewed focus on the  guest experience. Under his leadership, the property achieved its highest guest satisfaction, employee engagement and financial performance in its 25-year history.

Laurent Herschbach has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Metropole Monte-Carlo

Metropole Monte-Carlo has announced the appointment of Laurent Herschbach as General Manager, effective October 1, 2026. After 30 years at the Ritz Paris, he brings extensive operational and leadership experience to the role as the hotel enters its next chapter while preserving its distinctive Monegasque identity. Herschbach succeeds Klaus Kabelitz, who served as Interim General Manager during the peak season.