Nanuku Resort Fiji, a 5-star luxury resort managed by Storey Hospitality, is pleased to announce the appointment of accomplished Fijian hospitality leader Vuli Cakacaka as its new General Manager.
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, the 519-room oceanfront resort along Surf City USA, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sid Ramani as General Manager. Ramani brings more than 25 years of experience with Hyatt Hotels Corporation, having held leadership positions across the Hyatt Regency, Grand Hyatt, Andaz, Hyatt Centric and Hyatt House brands.
Kimpton Miralina Resort & Villas Paradise Valley appointed Dimitrios Bessis as managing director, following the announcement of the final phase of the reimagined resort’s $70 million transformation. Set for completion in early 2027, the project includes the addition of 134 Valley Villas and The Enclave, a hotel-within-a-hotel concept featuring 10 Residences, along with the Arizona debut of Katsuya, the acclaimed modern Japanese restaurant from lifestyle hospitality group sbe. In this role, Bessis will oversee operations across the resort as Kimpton Miralina moves toward its full 404-key footprint and expanded slate of culinary, wellness and event offerings.
Schmitz is an accomplished lifestyle and luxury hospitality executive with extensive experience leading openings, renovations and repositionings across the U.S. He joins The Standard, High Line following his role as General Manager of Sofitel New York, where he oversaw the hotel’s comprehensive renovation of its 398 guest rooms and public spaces, while leading a renewed focus on the guest experience. Under his leadership, the property achieved its highest guest satisfaction, employee engagement and financial performance in its 25-year history.
Metropole Monte-Carlo has announced the appointment of Laurent Herschbach as General Manager, effective October 1, 2026. After 30 years at the Ritz Paris, he brings extensive operational and leadership experience to the role as the hotel enters its next chapter while preserving its distinctive Monegasque identity. Herschbach succeeds Klaus Kabelitz, who served as Interim General Manager during the peak season.
Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi, a Hyatt hotel, has announced the appointment of Tarun Seth as General Manager, bringing more than two decades of luxury hospitality experience to the landmark property in the UAE capital.
Hilton has appointed Kolin Pound as area president, Caribbean and Latin America (CALA), overseeing the company’s operations across the region. In his new role, Pound will lead hotel teams, work closely with owners and other key stakeholders, and support Hilton’s continued growth and performance across the Caribbean and Latin America.
Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita announces the appointment of Gregory Viaud as General Manager, as the Resort enters a new era following its extensive transformation.
The Stafford London has appointed Kremi McCabe as General Manager, as the iconic independent luxury hotel enters an exciting new chapter, building on more than a century of hospitality and a year of significant industry recognition.
Minor Hotels is pleased to announce the appointment of Jason Marques as General Manager of Tivoli Avenida Liberdade, one of Lisbon’s most iconic luxury hotels, effective 1st September 2026.
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.