IRIS, the global market leader in digital F&B and guest experience solutions for hotels, announced the promotion of Graham Rushin to the role of Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO). Previously serving as Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Graham's appointment reflects IRIS's ambitious growth agenda and commitment to delivering world-class digital guest experiences at scale.
Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center is pleased to announce the promotion of Ms. Disha Gulati as Rooms Division Manager. She will now oversee Front Office and Housekeeping functions, with a focus on optimizing operations management, vendor coordination, and team efficiency to further strengthen the hotel’s commitment to operational excellence and elevated guest experiences.
Kochi Marriott Hotel is delighted to announce the appointment of Sri Ram Kumar V as Director of Engineering.
HotelREZ Hotels & Resorts has appointed Gary Torres as Vice President of Platform Strategy, reinforcing the company’s strategic focus on strengthening its core platform capabilities to seamlessly connect, support and scale its global partner ecosystem in a secure, resilient and future‑ready way.
The St. Regis Mumbai announces the appointment of Abhishek Singh as Director of Rooms, marking a strategic addition to the hotel’s leadership team as it continues to elevate the benchmark for bespoke luxury hospitality in the city.
Matrix Fitness announced Rachel Lenzner’s promotion to Hospitality Business Development Manager, Americas, where she will oversee the company’s hospitality growth strategy across the region.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. ("Choice Hotels" or "the Company") (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, today announced a leadership transition under which Patrick Pacious will step down as President and Chief Executive Officer. Pacious will serve as an advisor to the Company through August 31, 2026, to support the transition. The Company's Board of Directors has appointed Dominic Dragisich, Chief Growth & Strategy Officer, as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective May 20, 2026.
Four Seasons today named Robert Fritz Executive Chairman. Four Seasons Founder and Chairman Isadore Sharp will assume the role of Chairman Emeritus.
Boyne Resorts has appointed Dan Cockerell as President of Operations, a newly created role, effective August 1, 2026. Cockerell will report to President and CEO Stephen Kircher.
Cochran, who previously served as the property’s General Manager, has been promoted to Vice President and Managing Director. In this expanded role, she oversees the 10,500-acre working ranch and resort, leading a team dedicated to maintaining the property’s authentic guest experience and long-standing traditions. With more than 40 years of hospitality experience, she is known for her grounded leadership style and her ability to balance operational excellence with a people-first culture.
PM Hotel Group, a Top-15 hotel management company, today announces the promotion of Geoff Gaumer to Regional Director of Operations, overseeing the company’s growing portfolio across the Texas market.
As it prepares for several additions to its hotel portfolio in the coming months, Amsa Hospitality has announced the appointment of Mueen Lababidi as Corporate Director of Operations.
Stonebridge, a Denver-based, privately owned, nationally recognized hotel management company, announced today that Paul Eckert has been appointed Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Eckert will oversee all hotel operations across Stonebridge’s portfolio, focusing on driving performance, enhancing property-level execution, and delivering measurable results for ownership groups while reinforcing the company’s people-first culture.
Hapi, hospitality's data connectivity partner that removes integration barriers and enables real-time collaboration between hotels and technology brands, today announced the appointment of Jaffrey Ali as chief product officer. Reporting to Hapi CEO Jeff Bzdawka, Ali will lead Hapi's product strategy and innovation efforts.
The highly-experienced former Kenyan Tourism Minister, the Hon. Najib Balala, has been appointed to the Leadership Team at the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), the global voice of the private sector within the industry.
Under Canvas, the leader in upscale, outdoor hospitality, today announced the appointment of Noah Brodsky as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Brodsky succeeds Matt Gaghen, who has served as Chief Executive Officer since 2020 and helped transform Under Canvas into a scaled, multi-brand hospitality platform with a portfolio spanning some of the country’s most sought-after national park gateways and outdoor destinations. Mr. Gaghen will transition to Executive Chairman through the end of 2026, after which he will join the Under Canvas Board of Directors.
Concord Hospitality, the award-winning hotel management and development company operating more than 140 hotels across North America, has promoted Craig Haas from Area Director of Operations to Regional Vice President of Lifestyle and Luxury Hotels, furthering Concord Hospitality’s commitment to developing talent from within and fostering leaders who deliver results while cultivating strong, people-first cultures.
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (BSE: 543417, NSE: RATEGAIN), a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the appointment of Oscar Ganuza as Senior Vice President – Revenue, Europe. Based in Barcelona, Oscar will lead RateGain’s efforts to accelerate commercial performance and deepen strategic partnerships in the Europe market, supporting the company’s continued expansion in the region.
Leonardo Hotels announces the appointment of Luca De Giorgi as Regional Director Italy. This decision reflects a clear strategy aimed at supporting the Group’s growth in Italy through a strong managerial structure capable of responding to industry developments and the expectations of an ever-evolving audience. In this context, the role of Regional Director Italy takes on a central importance, not only in the operational management of the properties but also in building a consistent long-term vision.
Aimbridge Hospitality, the world’s leading hotel management company, today announced the appointment of seasoned hospitality leader Javier Sanchez as Vice President of Business Development - Caribbean and All‑Inclusive. The appointment of Sanchez further elevates the quality of Aimbridge’s industry-leading team of regional and all-inclusive experts and strengthens its commitment to drive added value for owners through its best-in-class approach to operations and commercial performance.