Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announces the appointment of Scott Berger as general manager of the Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, effective April 6, 2026. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than two decades of global luxury experience, Berger will oversee all aspects of the hotel, further elevating the property’s reputation as one of the city’s premier luxury destinations.
The Brown Palace Hotel and Spa and Holiday Inn Express Downtown Denver, sister properties managed by Highgate, announce the promotion of Alfonso Perez-Vega to general manager. In this role, Perez-Vega will oversee operations across both properties, bringing extensive expertise in hotel operations, guest experience and team leadership to two of Denver's most historic addresses.
Based in Casablanca and leading the company’s operations in North Africa, Abdellah Essonni has been appointed Regional Vice President for North Africa.
Shanawaz Basheer joins as the Director of Operations, a seasoned hotelier with more than 20 years of international experience in luxury hospitality, lodge operations, and pre-opening projects across Africa and Asia. Shanawaz has held senior operational and general management roles at distinguished safari lodges and hotels including AMAN, and most recently served as Chief Operating Officer of Wildplaces Africa – The Uganda Safari Company. He has built a strong track record in delivering operational excellence across remote, ecologically sensitive destinations across Ghana, India, Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, while developing high-performing teams that deliver a balance of exceptional guest experiences and responsible tourism.
Charlestowne Hotels, a leading hospitality management company, announces the appointment of Tauseen Malik as Senior Vice President of Operations. Malik will oversee operational strategy, performance optimization, and the evolution of Charlestowne’s food and beverage platforms across its expanding national portfolio. He will work closely with ownership groups and on-property teams to drive profitability, strengthen market positioning, and enhance long-term asset value.
Mandarin Oriental is pleased to announce the appointment of Vincent Poulingue as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Paris, effective 18 May 2026.
The Chedi Hegra announces the appointment of Mark Wouters as General Manager, bringing a highly experienced international hotelier to one of the region’s most culturally significant and anticipated destinations.
Bay Gardens Resorts, Saint Lucia’s premier locally owned and operated hospitality group, today announced that Ms. Julia Harripaul has assumed the role of General Manager of Bay Gardens Beach Resort & Spa and the newly opened Sapphire Sands Villas. This leadership appointment underscores the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional Caribbean hospitality and supporting the continued growth of its portfolio.
Rosetta Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Nisha Sharma as Executive Assistant Manager, Rooms and Guest Experience at Rosetta Sakleshpur. This appointment further strengthens the property’s leadership team and reinforces the brand’s continued focus on delivering thoughtful, guest-centric hospitality.
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Sachin Malhotra as Multi-Property General Manager for Kochi Marriott Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Kochi Airport, and Port Muziris, Kochi – A Tribute Portfolio Hotel, effective 01 April 2026.
Pullman Hotels & Resorts has appointed David Stanley DE BRITO as General Manager of Pullman Ninh Binh, the first internationally branded hotel in Ninh Binh, Vietnam, opening on 1 May 2026.David brings more than 30 years of international hospitality experience to the role, with a strong track record in hotel openings, operational leadership, and commercial performance across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. A long-standing member of the Accor network, he has led multiple large-scale projects and pre-openings, with particular expertise in positioning hotels in emerging destinations.
UNFRAMED, Autograph Collection, slated to open in April on Washington Avenue, just steps from notable South Beach landmarks, announces today the appointment of Alexina Beauperthuy as general manager. With a career rooted in the Marriott family, where she began as a manager in training and graduate of the brand’s Women’s Executive Mentoring Program, Beauperthuy has spent over two decades honing her expertise in hotel operations and event management, while establishing a distinguished record of launching and transforming luxury lifestyle properties. At the helm of UNFRAMED, Autograph Collection, Beauperthuy looks forward to introducing a vibrant and immersive hospitality experience that reflects the energy and creativity of Miami Beach. She will oversee the launch and operations of the hotel as a new-build in the market, shaping the property’s vision and driving an immersive guest experience.
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading integrated hospitality companies, has appointed Marc Handl as Managing Director of Dusit Thani Bangkok, its reimagined luxury hotel overlooking Lumpini Park in central Bangkok, alongside Dusit Residences and Dusit Parkside, two upcoming luxury residential offerings managed by Dusit. All three form part of Dusit Central Park, one of the city’s most significant mixed-use developments, which also includes a retail centre, an office tower, and one of Thailand’s largest rooftop parks in the heart of the capital.
Award-winning hotelier Tetsuji “Tets” Yamazaki has been appointed general manager of the iconic Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort, continuing the resort’s 55-year legacy of distinguished leadership. His appointment became effective on March 28, 2026.
Patrick Fisher has been appointed President of Hotel ZaZa, a collection of four distinctive luxury properties across Dallas, Houston, and Austin. Fisher will oversee hotel operations, brand strategy and future growth initiatives as the brand enters its next phase following a 2024 acquisition by Rockbridge Holdings. Known for bold style, social energy and a deeply loyal guest base, Hotel ZaZa is positioned to build on its strong market presence under Fisher’s leadership, aligning Rockbridge’s long-term value-driven approach with a continued focus on distinctive, design-forward experiences.
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Guillaume Noyan as General Manager of Victoria Beachcomber Resort & Spa, effective 1 April 2026.
Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Kervyn Rayeroux as General Manager of Trou aux Biches Beachcomber Golf Resort & Spa, effective 1 April 2026. Kervyn succeeds Théo Fleurié, who is moving on to the next chapter of his career.
As development advances along La Sagesse Bay, George Vlachopoulos has been appointed General Manager of InterContinental La Sagesse, where he is guiding the strategic and operational preparation ahead of its planned fall 2026 opening.
Four Seasons Hotel Madrid announces the appointment of Patrick Pollak as its new Regional Vice-President and General Manager. About to celebrate 30 years at Four Seasons, Patrick brings extensive international experience in luxury hospitality after leading several iconic Four Seasons properties in North America, Asia and Mexico.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa announces the promotion of Joseph Wagner to Senior Vice President & General Manager. Reporting directly to President Travis Lunn, he is responsible for strategic leadership, financial performance, and daily operation of key areas, including gaming divisions, hotel operations and security.