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Appointments

Aidan Dempsey has been appointed as General Manager at The St. Regis Red Sea Resort

Aidan Dempsey has been appointed General Manager of The St. Regis Red Sea Resort, bringing over two decades of international luxury hospitality experience to one of the world’s most visionary new destinations. Set within the untouched beauty of Saudi Arabia’s western coastline, The Red Sea represents a bold reimagining of travel, where regenerative tourism, cultural authenticity, and ultra-luxury converge at an unprecedented scale. 

St. Regis
Saudi Arabia

Aubrey Wang has been appointed as General Manager at Lux Chongzuo, Guangxi Resort & Villas

Global hospitality group The Lux Collective continues to accelerate its commitment to advancing women in leadership with the appointment of Aubrey Wang as General Manager of LUX* Chongzuo Guangxi in China. Following the promotion of Sheila Malloo to General Manager of LUX* Belle Mare, Mauritius, this latest move reinforces the Group’s intentional focus on cultivating a new generation of female leaders across key markets.

LUX* Resorts & Hotels
Chong Zuo Shi, China

Kyung Lee has been appointed as General Manager at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club has appointed Kyung Lee as its new General Manager. In this role, Lee will oversee all resort operations, lead department heads, and work to grow revenue while improving the experience for guests and members alike. His priorities include strengthening the resort's food and beverage offerings and wellness programs, with the broader goal of making Ocean Edge a top destination for families, couples, corporate groups, and weddings.

Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club
Brewster, Massachusetts, United States

Alejandro Gallegos has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Virgilio

Kimpton Virgilio, located in Mexico City’s dynamic Polanco neighborhood, announces the appointment of Alejandro Gallegos as General Manager. In his new role, Gallegos will oversee all aspects of Kimpton Virgilio’s operations, with a focus on strengthening the hotel’s positioning within Mexico City’s competitive luxury lifestyle segment while continuing to deliver thoughtful, design-led guest experiences. In addition, he will take on an expanded leadership role supporting the upcoming launch of Kimpton Castelar in Polanco, further reinforcing the brand’s growth in the market.

Kimpton
Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Samata Danday Chand has been appointed as Hotel Manager at Courtyard By Marriott Tirupati

Courtyard by Marriott Tirupati, which opened its doors in April 2026, has announced the appointment of Samata Danday Chand as Hotel Manager. The appointment signals a strong leadership intent from the outset, as the property positions itself as a premier destination for pilgrims, leisure travellers, and corporate guests visiting one of India's most revered spiritual destinations.

Courtyard
Tirupati, India

Monika Henry has been appointed as General Manager at The Royal Sonesta Kaua'i Resort Lihue

The Royal Sonesta Kaua’i Resort Lihue is pleased to announce the appointment of Monika Henry as general manager. A seasoned hospitality executive with more than two decades of experience leading luxury, lifestyle, and resort properties across the United States, Henry brings a strong track record of operational excellence, service innovation, and people-first leadership to one of Kaua’i’s premier beachfront destinations.

Royal Sonesta
Lihue, Hawaii, United States

NJ & Mettie van der Merwe has been appointed as Managing Director & General Manager respectively at Cheetah Plains Private Game Reserve

Cheetah Plains, South Africa’s premier eco-luxury safari lodge nestled within the celebrated Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, is thrilled to announce the appointment of NJ van der Merwe as its new Managing Director, supported by his wife Mettie in the expanded role of General Manager. This leadership decision marks an exciting new chapter for the brand as it continues to elevate its world-class safari offerings and reinforce its commitment to sustainable tourism, personalised hospitality and luxurious, exclusive-use experiences.

Cheetah Plains
South Africa

Anna Contreras has been appointed as General Manager at The Kimpton Pittman Hotel

The Kimpton Pittman Hotel, the 165-room boutique landmark at the edge of Downtown Dallas and the Deep Ellum Cultural District, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Contreras as General Manager. A 15-year industry veteran known for transforming hospitality spaces and fostering high-performance teams, Contreras joins the Pittman with a focus on strengthening local partnerships and delivering guest experiences that feel distinctly Deep Ellum. As one of the most historically rich and creatively-vital spots in the city, the hotel is a tribute to the surrounding community’s past and present.

Kimpton
Dallas, Texas, United States
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