Appointments

David Lang has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Vin, Rogers

Lang joins Coury Hospitality as a 30+ year veteran of the hospitality industry, bringing his vast experience in full-service luxury hospitality to Hotel Vin, Rogers. He is known for building collaborative cultures, robust food and beverage experiences, and driving performance through guest and employee-centric programming. Prior to Hotel Vin, Lang served as Area General Manager for the Little Rock Marriott hotel and oversaw F&B operations for Arkansas' largest convention center. He delivered record-setting performance across the operation, driving top-tier profitability, a market-leading RevPAR index, and guest service scores ranking in the top quartile of the Marriott brand. He also achieved one of the strongest associate engagement results in the company and the highest brand audit score in the property's history.

Jeff Neuzil has been appointed as Resort Manager at Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark

Marcus Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Jeff Neuzil as the new Resort Manager of the award-winning Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. With a robust background in hospitality and a proven track record of operational excellence and innovation, Neuzil brings extensive experience to this role as Timber Ridge celebrates its 25th anniversary.

Tracey Oliver has been appointed as General Manager at South Bank

Grace Bay Resorts has appointed Tracey Oliver as General Manager of South Bank, the brand's newest luxury development in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Oliver assumes the role as the property enters its next phase of growth following its inaugural year of operations after its November 2024 opening. The first of its kind luxury oceanfront resort and marina is set to complete the much anticipated Arc, later this year, designed by award-winning Italian architect, Piero Lissoni. South Bank is developed by Windward, a Turks and Caicos-based development firm, responsible for some of the most exclusive residential waterfront estates in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Damien Bastiat has been appointed as General Manager at Domaine des Etangs, Auberge Collection

Domaine des Etangs, Auberge Collection, the 13th-century lakeside château set within 1,000 hectares of unspoiled countryside in France's Charente region, today announces the appointment of Damien Bastiat as General Manager. Bastiat will oversee hotel operations, guest experience and strategic direction as the property prepares to reopen for the 2026 season this March.

Etienne Dalançon has been appointed as General Manager at Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur

Leading global hospitality company Hilton has appointed industry veteran Etienne Dalançon as general manager of the highly anticipated Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur, set to open in late 2026. With over two decades of expertise in luxury hospitality and a proven track record of operational excellence, Dalançon will spearhead the launch of the landmark property, bringing the iconic Waldorf Astoria brand to Malaysia for the very first time.

Neal Thurman has been appointed as Vice President & General Manager at Callaway Resort & Gardens

As it prepares for a milestone 75th anniversary in 2027, Callaway Resort & Gardens is beginning a new chapter—one shaped by its deep roots in the rolling hills and natural landscapes of West Georgia's Pine Mountain region, and a bold vision for the future. Guiding this evolution is newly appointed Vice President & General Manager Neal Thurman, who, alongside 650 dedicated hosts, is stewarding a thoughtful brand refresh: Callaway is Calling, which includes new seasonal events and activations, themed experiences, menu items, and services.

Alex Fiz has been appointed as President at Aimbridge Hospitality

Aimbridge Hospitality, the world's leading third-party hotel management company, today announced the appointment of Alex Fiz as President of Aimbridge Latin America (LATAM) Division and the Aimbridge All-Inclusive Division, effective March 2. Leandro Castillo, current President of Aimbridge LATAM, will retire from Aimbridge effective Feb. 28 and will serve in an advisory capacity to ensure a smooth transition for the region.