Appointments

Markus Laahanen has been appointed as General Manager at Andaz Peninsula Papagayo

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort proudly announces the appointment of Markus Laahanen as its new General Manager. A globally respected hospitality leader with more than two decades of experience across luxury resorts, wellness destinations, and lifestyle developments, Laahanen brings a deep commitment to thoughtful leadership, sustainability, and emotionally driven guest experiences.

Wesley Milsom has been appointed as EVP Asset Management & Strategic Advisory, Australia and New Zealand at JLL

Effective immediately, Wesley Milsom will assume the role of Executive Vice President, Asset Management & Strategic Advisory, Australia and New Zealand. For JLL, he will be responsible for leading numerous key asset management mandates, operator selection transactions, and strategic advisory assignments across these two priority markets. He will also draw on his broad experience in the surrounding Pacific region to expand JLL's existing coverage of island markets. He is based in Sydney and reports to Xander Nijnens, Head of Advisory & Asset Management, JLL's Hotels & Hospitality Group, Asia Pacific.

Natalia Arbelaez has been appointed as Director of Partnerships at OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark

OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, Oklahoma City's premier entertainment and hospitality destination, is proud to announce the appointment of Natalia Arbelaez as Director of Partnerships. In this newly created role, Arbelaez will spearhead partnership strategy across the resort, cultivating relationships with local, regional, and national brands to deliver authentic, guest-centered experiences that strengthen community connections and elevate OKANA's position as a destination for immersive hospitality.

Faith Aronow has been appointed as Vice President of Performance Marketing at Nocturne Luxury Villas

Nocturne Luxury Villas, owner and operator of best-in-class luxury villa rental companies in the U.S., Caribbean, and Mexico, has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Faith Aronow as Vice President of Performance Marketing. She is one of four senior leaders joining the company across marketing, finance, technology, and sales, alongside new Chief Operating Officer, Dane Jensen.

Shannon Sampson has been appointed as to lead HVS Advisory Services Caribbean at HVS Advisory Services

HVS, the global leader in hospitality consulting and valuation, is excited to announce that South Florida-based Shannon Sampson will now lead our Caribbean Region Advisory Services. This strategic move strengthens HVS's ability to deliver localized expertise and actionable insights for clients investing in one of the world's most dynamic hospitality markets.