Rivera first entered the hospitality industry in college as an airport greeter for the iconic El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo, Puerto Rico, and immediately knew he had found his lifelong career path.
Baker’s Cay Resort Key Largo, Curio Collection by Hilton, a 15-acre hidden gem perched on the serene waterfront of the Florida Keys, announces the appointment of hospitality veteran David Lurie as General Manager. Bringing more than four decades of hospitality experience spanning luxury, independent, and branded properties across the United States, Lurie will oversee the resort’s operations, guest experience, and team as Baker’s Cay continues to evolve as one of South Florida's distinctive waterfront resorts.
Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, the Forbes Five-Star resort set across 52 beachfront acres along Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit coast, announces the appointment of Macall Newman as Resort Manager. A 15-year Four Seasons veteran whose career has spanned luxury city hotels, remote destination resorts, and the brand's acclaimed Private Jet and Yacht experiences, Newman brings a uniquely global perspective and passion for people to her new role on Mexico's Pacific coast.
The new Chief Operating Officer (COO) of hospitality pioneer The Social Hub says she’s ready to help the business ‘blow guest’s minds’ as it enters the next exciting phase of its expansion across Europe.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. ("Choice Hotels" or "the Company") (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Dominic Dragisich as President and Chief Executive Officer and to the Board of Directors, effective August 31, 2026. Dragisich has served as Interim Chief Executive Officer since May 20, 2026.
Rixos Phu Quoc Vietnam has appointed Stefano Capaccetti as General Manager as the resort enters its pre-opening phase on Hon Thom Island.
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe welcomes Shannon Schwier as General Manager, following her most recent appointment as opening Resort Manager at Naples Beach Club, A Four Seasons Resort. Schwier brings a diversity of management experience to her new role at the helm of the brand’s Santa Fe property, recently ranked the #1 Best Resort in New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report.
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai announces the appointment of Ivan Giles as General Manager, marking a new chapter for the resort amid the rice fields and mountains of Northern Thailand.
Azam joins the leadership team as director of engineering. He will be responsible for engineering operations, preventive maintenance programmes, technical systems, safety standards and energy efficiency.
Barghouth will oversee the pre-opening process and lead the property’s operations, guest experience and commercial performance.
A respected leader within the Los Angeles tourism community and a seasoned luxury hotelier, Eberwein brings more than twenty years of experience driving strategic innovation, operational excellence, and elevated guest engagement across premier hotels in the Marriott portfolio.
Hilton today announced the appointment of Sean Clancy as general manager of Hilton San Diego Bayfront, the landmark waterfront hotel. Bringing more than three decades of hospitality leadership experience, Clancy will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, guest experience, team member engagement and commercial performance at one of San Diego’s premier convention and leisure destinations.
Hilton today announced the appointment of Morgan Meredith as general manager of The Imperial Gold Coast, marking an important milestone in the property’s transformation ahead of its debut as Australia’s first LXR Hotels & Resorts property in 2027.
Returning to lead both iconic properties, Anders Dimblad has been appointed General Manager of Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur and Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur, bringing back the visionary leader who originally spearheaded their successful opening and market positioning.
Field & Stream Bozeman, the debut property from Field & Stream Lodge Co., announced the appointment of Ian Crines as General Manager. In this role, Crines will oversee day-to-day operations at the lodge, working with local partners to connect guests with outdoor experiences, while leading a team focused on service, comfort, and a genuine sense of place.
Hilton is thrilled to announce the appointment of Jon Gersonde as managing director of Grand Wailea Maui, A Waldorf Astoria Resort.
DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport has announced the appointment of Anuj Chaudhry as General Manager, bringing over two decades of hospitality experience across leading brands and diverse markets. With a career spanning hotel operations, business performance and brand transformation, he joins at an important stage of its journey following its opening in January 2026.
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi announces the appointment of Tobias Emmer as General Manager. A seasoned hotelier with over two decades of global experience, Tobias steps into his new role with a clear intention: to preserve the lush oceanfront retreat as a place where guests can experience Malaysia at its most authentic, while gently guiding it into the future.
Adrien Harel has been named General Manager of Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. This appointment marks the return of Harel to the Two Michelin Key private island resort, where he previously served as Resort Manager.
Divyansh brings over a decade of experience in luxury hospitality to his new role as Front Office Manager. Having built his career across leading hospitality brands including The Postcard Hotel, Trident Nariman Point, and The Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development, Khanna has developed extensive expertise in front office operations, guest engagement, team leadership, and service delivery.