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Appointments

Derrick Williams has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa

Derrick Williams has dedicated nearly 21 years to the human resources department within Marriott Hotels. Most recently, he was the Market Director of Human Resources for the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Detroit. Prior to that, Williams held the Director of Human Resources position at The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit where he successfully led the team through the many activities involved in the integration with the Marriott brand. Williams began his career journey at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel as an intern where he worked his way up to Human Resources Manager and eventually Assistant Director of Human Resources. Williams is a graduate of Western Illinois University where he holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management. He enjoys traveling with his wife, Shameka, and sons Jay, Will and Jacob where they love spending time outdoors and in the water.

Marriott
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States

Toi Brown has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Human Resources at Hotel Equities Group, LLC

Toi Brown has been elevated to the position of Senior Vice President of Human Resources. Toi has led various initiatives for HE since joining the firm in 2018. Under her leadership, HE's focus on associate wellness and benefits, risk mitigation and regulatory compliance continues to be a differentiator for HE. Toi is a member of both the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Association for Talent Development (ATD).

Hotel Equities
Alpharetta, Georgia, United States
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Rachel Moosa has been appointed as Chief People Officer at The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection

Rachel Moosa assumes the role of Chief People Officer for The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection, drawing upon her extensive global Human Resources expertise to oversee the execution of the company's comprehensive people strategy. With over twenty-five years of Human Resources experience, encompassing business unit operational and leadership roles, Rachel's most notable achievement was serving as the Senior Vice President of Talent & Culture for Accor in the Middle East and Africa. In this role, she orchestrated the Talent Acquisition, Development, and Engagement strategy for over 200 hotels and 35,000 colleagues.

Ritz-Carlton
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Bria Jones has been appointed as Corporate Recruiter at Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC

With nearly 10 years of experience in Human Resources, Bria Jones takes on the role of Corporate Recruiter, joining Mainsail from Cross Creek Ranch and Nielsen Media. Jones's passion for full-cycle recruitment and the ongoing pursuit of higher education in Human Resource Management aligns with Mainsail's commitment to building a talented and dedicated team. Jones is presently pursuing her master's degree in human resource management with aspirations to achieve her SHRM certification upon completion. In addition to her academic pursuits, she holds a Medical Assistant diploma and is a Notary Public.

Mainsail Lodging & Development LLC
Tampa, Florida, United States
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Rebecca Scott has been appointed as Director of Compensation & Benefits at Main Street Hospitality Group

Rebecca Scott takes on the role of Director of Compensation & Benefits. Scott started her career with Auberge Resort's Collection's White Barn Inn in Kennebunkport, Maine before pursuing HR leadership positions with Marriott International and Pink Taco. In a new role for Main Street, Scott will implement forward-thinking compensation and benefits strategies that attract, motivate, and retain top talent while aligning with the organization's financial and operational goals.

Main Street Hospitality Group
Stockbridge, Massachusetts, United States

Meenakshi Prabhakar has been appointed as Human Resources Director at The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences

The Leela Ambience Gurugram Hotel & Residences is delighted to introduce Ms. Meenakshi Prabhakar as the newly appointed Human Resources Director. Ms.Prabhakar carries an extensive 31 years of HR experience. Prior to joining The Leela Family, she was associated with various reputed brands, including ITC Welcome Group, The Oberoi New Delhi, Radisson Hotel Worldwide, the Grand Hyatt Delhi, Sita World Travel, and Kuoni.

The Leela
Gurugram, India

Sultan Baddar has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at The H Dubai

The H Dubai has recently appointed Sultan Baddar as their new director of human resources. Baddar, a seasoned professional in the hospitality industry, possesses over twenty years of experience. His role at The H Dubai encompasses enhancing employee morale, innovating recruitment strategies, and spearheading diversity and inclusion efforts to foster a more inclusive work environment. Baddar's extensive background is rooted in his education in Applied Educational Sciences from the University of Jordan, complemented by his studies in psychology, sociology, methodology, and English & American Literature. His career in the hospitality sector initiated in Amman in 2000, leading him to assume pivotal roles in prestigious international hotel chains.

The H Dubai
United Arab Emirates

Presa Mae has been appointed as Human Resources Business Partner at The First Collection Waterfront

Presa Mae is the HR business partner at The First Collection Waterfront and possesses a rich background in HR management. Mae excels in recruitment activities for the hotel, conducting and leading interviews for staff and initial screenings in addition to creating onboarding processes. She also works closely with the hotel management to craft HR policies for talent retention.

The First Group Hospitality
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Marie-Charlotte Deleuze has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at Beaumier

Marie-Charlotte Deleuze, with over seventeen years of experience in recruitment, team management, and work organization within the hospitality sector, has assumed the role of Human Resources Manager at the Beaumier Group. Her primary responsibility in this position is to bring to fruition the social aspirations of the group by fostering the growth of employee competencies.

Beaumier
Challes-les-Eaux, France