The JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is pleased to welcome Cory Cooper as Director of Human Resources. Cooper will lead the resort's human resources efforts, focusing on talent development, employee engagement, and fostering a positive workplace culture to support the team's success.
Fatemeh's appointment marks a significant milestone in a career defined by dedication, adaptability, and a passion for people development. Beginning her professional journey in the retail sector, Fatemeh made a successful transition into hospitality, where she has flourished over the past seven years with InterContinental Dubai Marina.
Jenny Reyes, a dynamic human resources leader with a global perspective, assumes the role of Area Director of Human Resources.
At Hospitality America, people matter. It's with that shared mindset that Adam Bullard joins the third-party hotel management company as Corporate Director of Human Resources. In the hotel environment, this position is more crucial than ever as operators strive to mitigate challenges such as high employee turnover, customer service demands, and increasingly diverse workforces across multiple locations. In this role, Bullard will navigate these complexities for the growing company that is managing 20 Hilton and Marriott brand hotels.
OUTRIGGER Hospitality Group announced the appointment of Aimee Lorenzo as the new Director of Human Resources at OUTRIGGER Kaua'i Beach Resort & Spa, effective April 21, 2025.
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced a key leadership transition within its executive team. After seven distinguished years with the company, Malaika Myers will retire as Chief Human Resources Officer at the end of May 2025. Hyatt is pleased to announce that Kristin Oliver will succeed Myers as the new Chief Human Resources Officer, effective May 12, 2025.
Hyatt Regency Chennai is delighted to welcome Sabreena Mary Tarcis as the new Learning Manager.
Kempinski Hotels is pleased to announce the arrival of Hoda Tahoun as its new Chief Talent Officer as of 14 April 2025. In her role, Hoda will oversee the company's global talent strategy, reinforcing its commitment to attracting, developing and retaining top-tier talent. This strategic move supports the Group's journey to thoughtfully grow and reposition the iconic 127-year-old brand under the leadership of Barbara Muckermann, Kempinski's Group Chief Executive Officer.
Asmita Deshpande has transitioned into the role of Human Resources & Training Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Pune after a successful tenure of two years as Learning and Development Manager. A veteran in the hospitality learning domain with over 13 years of experience, Asmita has a track record of designing impactful programs that drive employee engagement, retention, and performance.
Ylenia Ficalora has been appointed Senior Performance Manager at HotelPartner Revenue Management, joining the team as it continues its expansion in the UK and Ireland. With a wealth of experience at prestigious hotels, Ylenia previously served as Reservations and Revenue Manager at The NoMad Hotel London, and before that, as Revenue and Systems Manager at The Ned.
Jacqui Corbett brings a wealth of experience from The Sydney Collective and most recently Momento Group as Chief Operating Officer, where she played a key role in driving operational growth, refining service strategies, and strengthening venue teams. Known for her ability to lead high-performing teams and create best-in-class guest experiences, Jacqui will focus on building strong relationships with venue teams, and enhancing operational excellence across the group.
Bowman, who started his First Hospitality journey in 2009 as a hotel general manager, most recently served as vice president of learning and performance. With Bowman at the helm of People Services, the company will continue to foster a "People First" culture, attracting and retaining top talent while providing new opportunities for professional growth and leadership development. Under Travis' leadership, he will expand First Hospitality's First Path leadership development program and is committed to continually achieving national recognition for associate engagement and satisfaction. Travis is an active member of CHART (Council of Hotel and Restaurant Trainers) and SHRM (Society of Human Resource Management).
Krishnan joins Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and Hilton Dubai The Walk as its new director of human resources. She brings over 25 years of distinguished experience in shaping workplace cultures and leading HR initiatives to the role.
Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland today announced the appointment of GRETCHEN HOLZHAUSER as Vice President of Human Resources. Ms. Holzhauser will lead human resources activities across the property to further develop a culture focused on Team Members, first-class customer service, and community along with workforce development and career growth opportunities.
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of ShaoWei Ong as Chief People & Culture Officer, effective 17 March 2025. ShaoWei will report directly to the Group Chief Executive, Laurent Kleitman and join both the Executive Committee and the Group Leadership Team, reflecting the Group's commitment to placing its people at the heart of its operations. Amanda Hyndman, who has held the dual roles of Chief People & Culture Officer and Chief Operating Officer, will now focus fully on her responsibilities as COO.
Christina Kraus, a Hotelier Award-winner, has made a significant career move by joining Wynn Resorts as the executive director - people and culture at Wynn Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah.
Main Street Hospitality is thrilled to announce the appointment of Suzi Darre as Chief People Officer, effective immediately. Suzi joined our team in 2023 and has already made a remarkable impact with her incredible energy, vision, and leadership.
Kempinski Hotels announces the appointment of Karin Raguin as the new Chief Human Resources Officer for Europe's oldest luxury hotel group. Karin will join the new executive leadership team tasked with developing and repositioning the iconic 127-year-old brand, under the stewardship of Barbara Muckermann, Kempinski's Group Chief Executive Officer.
With over 20 years of experience in Human Resources, Diane brings deep expertise in the hospitality and F&B industries. Most recently, she served as CPO at Shake Shack Enterprises, where she built a robust employee infrastructure and developed policies and practices to support the company's growth across its 550+ global locations. Before that, Diane led national HR strategies and workforce development at P.F. Chang's China Bistro, McKesson Corporation, Fender Musical Instruments, and AON Corporation, focusing on recruitment, employee relations, HR technologies, leadership development, engagement, and compliance.
Barria began her hospitality career at Renaissance Minneapolis Bloomington's Director of Human Resources. She joined Millennium Minneapolis in 2021, where she manages all aspects of employee relations, including onboarding, employee benefits, ensuring compliance with labor laws, fostering a positive culture—and now, most importantly, recruitment, in preparation for the Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown opening.