Moxy Mumbai, Andheri West - Marriott International's vibrant lifestyle brand - is delighted to announce the appointment of Mr. Inder Yadav as the Director of Finance. With over 18 years of extensive experience in financial management within the hospitality industry, Inder brings a proven track record of excellence and innovation to this key leadership role.
Sonder Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SOND) ("Sonder" or the "Company") announced the appointment of Michael Hughes as Chief Financial Officer, effective January 22, 2025.
Gordon Drake has been appointed as the new Chief Financial Officer for Kempinski Hotels. In his role, Gordon will oversee the company's financial operations, analysis and risk assessment. Gordon will also play a vital role in the company's strategic initiatives moving forward and ensure the effective utilisation of financial resources to enhance profitability and drive growth.
Remington Hospitality, a premier hotel management company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Jones as the company's new Chief Accounting Officer (CAO). In this critical leadership position, Jones will report directly to CEO Sloan Dean and will oversee the company's comprehensive accounting and financial reporting operations at both the corporate and property levels.
Michaelanne Colarelli steps into the role of Procurement Manager after showcasing her creative and strategic leadership in marketing. Her natural ability to build meaningful relationships and optimize processes will drive value for HE's properties and stakeholders in her new role.
Brad Read's promotion to Senior Vice President of Finance recognizes his outstanding contributions to strategic finance and commercial operations. With over 20 years of experience in domestic and international financial leadership, Brad will continue to lead innovative financial strategies that position HE for long-term and sustainable success.
Since joining HE in 2022, Lindsay Meadows has been instrumental in optimizing procurement strategies and vendor relationships. In her new role, Lindsay will oversee accounting and procurement operations, ensuring financial health and operational efficiency as the company continues to expand.
John Willman, a 30-year veteran of Westgate, has been promoted to Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Since joining the company in 1994, Willman has played a crucial role in transforming Westgate's finance operations, including overseeing its financial reporting and loan portfolio. In his new role, Willman will continue to lead Mortgage Operations, Accounts Services and Financial Planning & Analysis, focusing on building a world-class finance function to support the company's expansion plans. He was recently appointed to the Board of Directors of the American Resort Development Association (ARDA).
Taj Dubai has appointed Kalpesh Shangvi as area financial controller and director of finance. Shangvi has over 27 years of experience in the industry and has been a driving force behind the financial success at Taj. The work Shangvi has done as director of finance at Taj Dubai the past three years shows he can consistently deliver outstanding results.
Before joining Lavorel Hotels, he held key positions such as Financial Manager at Relyens Group for 4 years and Financial Auditor at Mazars for 4 years, in addition to gaining entrepreneurial experience for 3 years. These roles have demonstrated his expertise in financial management as well as in structuring services and procedures.
Hyatt Regency Chennai has announced the appointment of Dilli Babu as the new Materials Manager. Dilli brings with him an impressive 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with a strong background in procurement and materials management.
Gary Jones takes the role of Equity Director - Finance & Operations with over 30 years commercial and financial experience in the real estate sector and joins AENDRE Group from Delin Property where he oversaw finance, legal, risk and compliance as CFO. Prior to this, Jones was at Aprirose as COO, leading the serviced platform for six and a half years. Jones is a qualified accountant who worked for almost 11 years at Arthur Andersen, Deloitte and KPMG advising clients, particularly in private equity and real estate, on business and tax.
Lesya Batsuk has been promoted to Group Finance Manager of Hotel Co 51, heading up the operator's Finance Department.
Andrew 's efforts will be centered on driving real estate growth and expanding strategic partnerships through ownership and third-party management opportunities.
Bob will oversee special projects with a focus on key financial initiatives.
Heinrich, who joined MMI Hospitality Group in January 2024, assumed the role of Chief Financial Officer following the retirement of his predecessor. Since then, he has leveraged his background, which includes extensive experience in financial planning and analysis from his roles at Fortune 500 companies such as CSX, Disney, and Yum! Brands, as well as expertise in asset strategy and real estate development for brands like 21c Museum Hotels, to drive the company's financial strategy and growth.
Further, an enhanced role within the accounting and financial team is the newly appointed Corporate Director of Accounting, Jessica Humphreys, who has dedicated twenty-five years to MMI Hospitality Group, evolving from a bank reconciliation specialist to a leadership role. With a strong foundation in regulations and protocols, Humphreys has significantly contributed to streamlining processes and enhancing financial reporting.
Garrett Ponder joins MMI Hospitality Group in a newly established role as Corporate Director of Finance, created to enhance the corporate support infrastructure and its overall capacity. Ponder is a seasoned finance professional with a robust financial planning, budget management, and corporate strategy background. He gained extensive experience across diverse sectors, including multifamily real estate and aerospace. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Mississippi State University and an MBA from Louisiana State University Shreveport.
Jonne Buijtels assumes the role of Vice President of Legal, EMEAC, based in the Amsterdam Corporate Office. Buijtels joins the Rosewood team from Sonder, bringing a wealth of experience in supporting international expansion and managing diverse legal challenges, Buijtels will play a pivotal role in providing legal strategy and support for development projects across Europe, the Middle East, and the Caribbean.
Mitchell Laufer has been appointed Vice President of Legal, Americas, based in the Los Angeles Corporate Office. With a strong background in complex legal matters and strategic decision-making, Laufer brings extensive legal experience from his previous role at Irongate Group and will provide crucial guidance across various business units, including Development and Operations.