Appointments

Lisa Mercer has been appointed as General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland

The Ritz-Carlton, Cleveland proudly announces the appointment of Lisa Mercer as General Manager of the downtown property. Bringing more than 25 years of experience leading award-winning resorts and hotels within Marriott International, Mercer oversees all operations for the luxury property as it embarks on a new, visionary phase following its 35th-anniversary milestone this year.

Dany Lützel has been appointed as General Manager at East Beijing Hotel

EAST Beijing is pleased to announce the appointment of Dany Lützel as General Manager. A Swiss national who has spent more than a decade in Chinese Mainland, Dany brings over 25 years of luxury hospitality leadership experience across the country and Europe. He will lead the hotel's operations and team as EAST Beijing enters its next chapter, continuing to foster a growing community of curious minds, creatives and modern travellers who approach work, life and travel differently.

Marco Ercolano has been appointed as General Manager at The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 properties in operation and under development across 67 countries in Europe and the Americas, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, is pleased to announce the appointment of Marco Ercolano as pre opening General Manager of The WestDill Mayfair Hotel London, Colbert Collection. His appointment marks a significant milestone as Minor Hotels prepares to debut the Colbert Collection in the UK and open its second global flagship property.

Leon Young has been appointed as Managing Director at Asher Adams, Autograph Collection

Asher Adams, Autograph Collection, is pleased to announce the appointment of Leon Young as managing director. As a seasoned industry leader with more than 25 years of experience, Young will oversee the landmark property’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations, with a focus on team culture and the continued evolution of Asher Adams within Salt Lake City’s hospitality landscape. 

Teryn Flood has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Teatro

Hotel Teatro, a historic boutique hotel managed by Sage Hospitality Group in the heart of downtown Denver, has announced the appointment of Teryn Flood as General Manager. In his new role, Flood will oversee hotel operations, guest experience and team culture, while continuing to evolve the property’s food and beverage offerings, including its on-site restaurant, The Nickel. 

Rob Brandenberg has been appointed as General Manager at Populus Seattle

Populus Hotels, a collection of carbon positive hotels that celebrate and protect the natural world, is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Brandenberg as general manager of Populus Seattle. Brandenberg brings more than two decades of luxury and lifestyle hospitality experience to the award-winning hotel, along with a deep connection to Seattle and a passion for thoughtful and intuitive hospitality. In his role, Brandenberg will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, team leadership, and end-to-end guest journey at the property, which opened in May 2025 and has since been recognized by MICHELIN as a One Key Hotel two years in a row and by AFAR as one of the best new hotels in the world in 2026.

Jake Rodriguez has been appointed as General Manager at The Scottsdale Resort and Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Scottsdale Resort & Spa, Curio Collection by Hilton, today announced the appointment of Jake Rodriguez as General Manager, bringing a seasoned hospitality leader and Phoenix native to the helm of The Scottsdale Resort. Rodriguez joins the resort following nearly five years with leading hotel management company Driftwood Hospitality Management, where he has held leadership roles spanning sales and operations.

Leon Young has been appointed as Managing Director at Asher Adams, Autograph Collection

Asher Adams, Autograph Collection, is pleased to announce the appointment of Leon Young as managing director. As a seasoned industry leader with more than 25 years of experience, Young will oversee the landmark property’s strategic direction and day-to-day operations, with a focus on team culture and the continued evolution of Asher Adams within Salt Lake City’s hospitality landscape.