Gianpiero Gaglione has been appointed as Principal at Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA)

HBA Los Angeles, the flagship studio of the award-winning global hospitality design firm, welcomes Gianpiero Gaglione as Principal. A respected designer and creative leader with more than 20 years of international experience, Gaglione brings expertise across luxury hospitality, branded residences, restaurants, and mixed-use developments. His appointment further strengthens HBA Los Angeles’ creative capabilities and positions the studio for continued growth.

Shoeb Mohammed has been appointed as Director of Operations at Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa

Hilton Hyderabad Genome Valley Resort & Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Shoeb Mohammed as Director of Operations. Shoeb brings over 15 years of leadership experience in the luxury hospitality sector across India and Canada. He combines strategic thinking and operational efficiency with a deep understanding of both front-of-house and back-of-house operations, alongside a proven ability to manage large-scale events and groups while consistently delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Kristie Rasheed has been appointed as Managing Director, U.S. Hotels at Lore Group

Lore Group, the hospitality company known for its international portfolio of luxury hotels and dining destinations (including Pulitzer Amsterdam, One Hundred Shoreditch, and Sea Containers London), announces the appointment of Kristie Rasheed as Managing Director, U.S. Hotels. Rasheed will oversee Lore Group’s U.S. operations, specifically for Riggs Washington DC, Lyle Washington DC and Hotel Park Ave NYC, with a focus on operational performance, financial strategy, and delivering exceptional guest experiences throughout the domestic portfolio.  

Paul Cummins has been appointed as Executive Chairman at Safestay Hostels

The board of directors (the "Board") of Safestay (AIM: SSTY) announces that, after more than 15 years at the Company, Larry Lipman has informed the Board of his decision to retire and step down as Executive Chairman and a director of the Company with immediate effect. The Board thanks Larry for his significant and highly valued contributions to Safestay over many years with the business.

Lisette Acosta Álvarez has been appointed as Director, Latin America & the Caribbean at Majestic Hospitality

Officials of Majestic Hospitality, a full-service property consulting firm providing turn-key development services to the hotel industry, today appointed Lisette Acosta Álvarez director, Latin America & the Caribbean. Additionally, Majestic announced that it has formed an affiliate partnership with LaCosta Advisors, a Latin American/Caribbean hotel investment advisory group, marking the company’s second overseas office.

Victor Quintero has been appointed as Director of Operations at The Alfond Inn at Rollins College

The Alfond Inn, a boutique hotel in historic Winter Park owned by Rollins College, has appointed Victor Quintero as director of operations. A hospitality veteran with more than 25 years of experience leading rooms, housekeeping, and guest service teams at luxury resorts across Florida, Quintero will oversee day-to-day hotel operations, including the front office, housekeeping, and guest services.