General Management Appointments

July 3

Jakob Helgen has been appointed as General Manager at JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo

JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo, which debuted in October 2025 as the brand’s new Japan flagship hotel, today announces the appointment of Jakob Helgen as General Manager, effective June 28, 2026. With more than 22 years of global hospitality leadership experience at Marriott International, Helgen will oversee all hotel operations, guiding the continued growth and positioning of JW Marriott’s newest luxury destination in Japan.

JW Marriott

Minato City, Japan

July 2

Daniela Kohoutek has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel MOTTO

Hotel MOTTO, a boutique art & design hotel in the heart of Vienna, has announced the appointment of Daniela Kohoutek as its new General Manager, who brings 25 years of international hospitality leadership experience to the role.

MOTTO Group

Vienna, Austria

July 2

Gary Henden has been appointed as General Manager at COMO Parrot Cay

COMO Hotels and Resorts has appointed Gary Henden as General Manager of COMO Parrot Cay, the company's iconic private island resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands, reflecting the company's continued commitment to exceptional leadership at one of the Caribbean's most celebrated luxury destinations.

COMO Hotels and Resorts

Turks and Caicos Islands

July 2

Georgia LaBelle has been appointed as General Manager at Home2 Suites by Hilton Jacksonville at Mayo Clinic

Georgia LaBelle has been named Located at 3609 San Pablo Parkway, the 125-room hotel will open in early Fall 2026. The hotel is owned by Hotel Development Partners and managed by Concord Hospitality Enterprises.

Home2 Suites

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

July 2

Peter Roth has been appointed as President, Hotel Operations at Corinthia Hotels Limited

Corinthia Hotels, the luxury hotel brand owned, developed and operated by International Hotel Investments plc (the Corinthia Group), today announced the appointment of Peter Roth as President, Hotel Operations. In this newly created role, Roth will oversee the operational performance of Corinthia’s existing portfolio while leading operational readiness for the Group’s upcoming openings in Italy, Doha, Riyadh, Dubai, the Maldives, and Chengdu. Based at the company’s headquarters in London, he will report directly to Simon Naudi, Group CEO and Managing Director of the Corinthia Group.

Corinthia

Floriana, Malta

July 1

Andrew Moore has been appointed as Managing Director at Rosewood Phnom Penh

Rosewood Phnom Penh is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Moore as Managing Director. Bringing over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, Moore joins the property at a pivotal time as it continues to strengthen its position as a benchmark for ultra-luxury hospitality in Phnom Penh.

Rosewood

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

July 1

Hervé Duboscq has been appointed as General Manager at Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas announces the appointment of Hervé Duboscq as General Manager, reinforcing the resort’s commitment to delivering exceptional, guest-focused luxury experiences.

Anantara

Bandar Penawar, Malaysia

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July 1

Alec Strandburg has been appointed as General Manager at Cypress Inn

Strandburg joins Cypress Inn after more than 15 years working in hospitality throughout Monterey County, where he has built a reputation for thoughtful leadership, attention to guest experience, and a genuine appreciation for the communities that make the region special.

Cypress Inn

Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States

July 1

Akshara Walia has been promoted to Managing Director PKF research GmbH at PKF hospitality group

The PKF hospitality group is pleased to announce the promotion of Akshara Walia to Managing Director PKF research GmbH, effective 1 July 2026. In her new role, Walia will lead the group’s global hospitality research activities, further strengthening PKF hospitality groups position as a leading provider of market intelligence, analytics and strategic advisory services for the hospitality and real estate sectors.

PKF hospitality group

Vienna, Austria

June 30

Joe Margison has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer at Virgin Hotels

Virgin Hotels Collection, the award-winning hospitality group behind Virgin Hotels and Virgin Limited Edition, today announced Joe Margison as Chief Executive Officer, following his tenure as Interim CEO since October 2025.

Virgin Hotels Collection

Miami, Florida, United States

June 30

Erik Billgren has been appointed as General Manager at Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort and Villas

Minor Hotels has appointed seasoned hotelier Erik Billgren as General Manager of Anantara Koh Yao Yai Resort & Villas. The multi-award-winning resort, a member of The Leading Hotels of the World, is set on Koh Yao Yai, one of Thailand's last truly unspoiled islands. Erik brings extensive experience from across Asia, with a strong focus on service excellence, luxury hospitality and sustainable operations.

Anantara

Koh Yao Yai, Thailand

June 30

Kanruethai Roongruang has been appointed as General Manager at Avani+ Hua Hin Resort

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality leader with more than 640 properties in operation and committed development across 66 countries, announces the appointment of Kanruethai Roongruang as General Manager of Avani+ Hua Hin Resort.

AVANI

Tambon Cha-am, Thailand

June 30

Bianca Andersen has been appointed as Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles announces the appointment of Bianca Andersen as Resort Manager, bringing with her more than 13 years of luxury hospitality experience and a proven track record of operational excellence, guest experience innovation, and people-focused leadership.

Four Seasons

Victoria, Seychelles

June 30

Fernando Gibaja has been appointed as General Manager at Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita

Omni Hotels & Resorts today announced the appointment of Fernando Gibaja as General Manager of Omni Pontoque Resort at Punta de Mita, the brand’s first luxury property in Mexico, set along the pristine Pacific coastline of Riviera Nayarit. Gibaja will oversee all aspects of the resort’s pre-opening planning, operational strategy and guest experience as the property prepares to open in Spring 2027.

Omni

Bucerías, Mexico

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June 30

Marlon Hirsh has been appointed as General Manager at ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection

ADERO Scottsdale Resort, Autograph Collection announces the appointment of luxury hospitality veteran Marlon Hirsh as General Manager of the award-winning resort located in a certified International Dark Sky Community. Bringing more than three decades of global leadership experience with some of the world’s most respected hospitality brands, Hirsh will oversee all aspects of operations for the 177-room resort as it prepares to embark on a transformative new chapter.

Autograph Collection Hotels

Fountain Hills, Arizona, United States

June 29

Hengki Adnyana has been appointed as Resort Manager at Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape

Buahan, a Banyan Tree Escape, the brand’s first no-walls, no-doors destination nestled in the highlands of Bali, enters a new chapter with the appointment of Hengki Adnyana as Resort Manager, reflecting a renewed focus on thoughtful leadership, regenerative hospitality, and deeper guest experiences shaped by nature, culture, and sense of place.

Banyan Tree

Bali, Indonesia

June 26

Rebecca Kirisits has been appointed as General Manager at Hampton Inn & Homewood Suites Boston Seaport District

Hilton has named Rebecca Kirisits general manager of the dual-brand 252-room Hampton Inn Boston Seaport District and 164-suite Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District. Kirisits joins the properties from DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Bayside and in her new role, will oversee all aspects of operations, driving team performance to deliver exceptional guest experiences across both hotels.

Hampton Inn & Homewood Suites Boston Seaport District

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

June 25

Peter Triolo has been appointed as General Manager at Hotel Heron Old Town Alexandria

As General Manager, Triolo will be responsible for overseeing all operational aspects of Hotel Heron, including guest services, team leadership, strategic planning, and brand development.

Aparium Hotel Group

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

June 25

Suresh Shanmukharadhya has been appointed as Engineering Manager at Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC by IHG

Crowne Plaza Muscat OCEC is pleased to announce the appointment of Suresh Shanmukharadhya as the hotel's new Engineering Manager.

Crowne Plaza

Muscat, Oman

June 24

Jazib Husain has been appointed as General Manager at Otherland Galle

Otherland Hotels, South Asia's first independent lifestyle collective, has appointed Jazib Husain as General Manager of Otherland Galle, the brand's debut international property set to open on Sri Lanka's southern coast soon. With 20 years of experience across internationally renowned hospitality brands, Jazib brings a broad range of expertise, leadership capability, and operational efficiency to Otherland Galle, Sri Lanka.

Otherland Hotels

Galle, Sri Lanka