Appointments

Gabriel Juneau has been appointed as General Manager at Constance Le Chaland

Constance Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Gabriel Juneau as General Manager of Constance Le Chaland, its new luxury address on the south-east coast of Mauritius. This appointment marks an important milestone in the hotel’s transition under the Constance Hotels & Resorts brand, effective 5 February 2026. In this new phase, Gabriel will work closely with the teams to embed Constance Hotels & Resorts standards and service culture, while preserving the hotel’s unique identity.

Cody Felice has been appointed as Managing Director at The Elene

 Mosaic Hotel Collection, a group of award-winning hotels in coveted destinations across Northern California and Mexico, is pleased to announce the appointment of Cody Felice as Managing Director of The Elene, Napa Valley’s newest boutique resort and dining experience, opening in fall 2026. Concepted and managed by Mosaic Hotel Collection and developed by St. Helena-based Napa Valley Land Company, The Elene is uniquely located along the Napa Valley Vine Trail and will feature 50 guest rooms and suites; a signature upscale restaurant with a renowned chef presence and open-hearth cooking; an all-day café designed as a welcoming neighborhood hub; a heated vineyard pool and Thermal Garden; and a robust cycling program – all designed to foster engagement between the community and the natural landscape. Felice is currently Vice President of Operations at Mosaic Hotel Collection, where he oversees the company’s portfolio of MICHELIN-recognized luxury properties. In his new role, he will oversee all aspects of daily operations, focusing on delivering elevated guest experiences, innovative programming, and an authentic connection to the Napa Valley community.

Alejandro Santander Habif has been appointed as General Manager at Mailena by Danzante Bay

Mailena, the highly anticipated luxury wellness resort set to debut in fall 2026 in Loreto, Mexico, today announced the appointment of Alejandro Santander Habif as general manager. In his new role, Santander Habif will oversee the management and operations of the destination’s first wellness resort and adults-only property located along the Baja California coast.

Firas Ghorab has been appointed as General Manager at The Bellevue Hotel - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Bellevue Hotel, part of The Unbound Collection by Hyatt and a storied landmark with over 120 years of esteemed hospitality, is pleased to announce the appointment of Firas Ghorab as General Manager. A seasoned hospitality leader with nearly two decades of experience, Ghorab brings demonstrated success in driving operational excellence, elevating service standards, and cultivating high-performing teams.

Jorge Manzur has been appointed as General Manager at Don Carlos Marbella

Don Carlos Marbella proudly announces the appointment of Jorge Manzur as its new General Manager, following the hotel’s highly anticipated summer 2025 reopening after a transformative €45 million renovation led by Selenta Group. Manzur, who assumed the role at the end of 2025, now leads the property into its next chapter. A respected figure in international hospitality, Manzur brings more than two decades of leadership experience across globally recognized luxury brands, including Le Méridien, InterContinental Hotels Group, Westin Hotels & Resorts, and notable General Manager roles at Puente Romano Marbella and Anantara Villa Padierna.

Stan Iliev has been appointed as Dual General Manager at Le Méridien Denver Downtown

Owned and operated by White Lodging, Le Méridien and AC Hotel Denver Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Stan Iliev as dual general manager. In his role, Iliev will oversee all hotel operations, including strategic oversight of five onsite food and beverage outlets, drive financial performance and cultivate high-performing leadership teams.  

Chris Jennings has been appointed as General Manager at Albert Hotel

Albert Hotel, a thoughtfully designed independent property set in Fredericksburg’s classic Hill Country, announced today the appointment of Chris Jennings to general manager. Opening its doors last January and developed by Austin-based hospitality company New Waterloo, Albert Hotel pays homage to influential figure Albert Keidel, blending historic character with modern comforts.

Georges Safi has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto announces the appointment of Georges Safi as General Manager. With more than two decades of global luxury hospitality experience across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, Georges brings a leadership style defined by warmth, authenticity, and a deep commitment to service excellence.

Nicholas Kuhns has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton Waikoloa Village

Today, Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announced the appointment of Nicholas Kuhns as general manager of the 1647‑room Hilton Waikoloa Village, a premier oceanfront resort on Hawaii Island’s Kohala Coast. In this role, Kuhns will oversee all facets of the resort’s operations, including commercial strategy, guest experience, food and beverage, team member engagement, and the continued evolution of the property’s world‑class amenities.

Georges Safi has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley

Four Seasons Hotel Silicon Valley at East Palo Alto announces the appointment of Georges Safi as General Manager. With more than two decades of global luxury hospitality experience across North America, Europe, and the Middle East, Georges brings a leadership style defined by warmth, authenticity, and a deep commitment to service excellence.