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Appointments

Hélder Martins has been promoted to Vice President of Operations for Europe at United Hospitality Management (UHM)

United Hospitality Management  (UHM) has announced the promotion of Hélder Martins to the role of Vice President of Operations for Europe. In a transition that underscores the organization's strong culture of talent development, Hélder Martins leaves his position as Complex General Manager of the iconic Pine Cliffs Resort in Portugal's Algarve region to take on an operational and executive leadership role within UHM's corporate structure.

United Hospitality Management (UHM)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Ron Vlasic has been appointed as Vice President of Lodging at Kohler Co.

Kohler Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Vlasic as Vice President of Lodging. In his new role, Vlasic will oversee lodging operations across Kohler Hospitality’s flagship properties, including The American Club, Carriage House, Inn on Woodlake, and more. He will focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, strengthening operational excellence, and supporting the continued evolution and long-term stewardship of Kohler’s distinguished lodging portfolio.

Kohler Co.
Kohler, Wisconsin, United States

Ashley Hardes has been appointed as Director of Rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto

Joining as Director of Rooms, Ashley Hardes brings more than two decades of international hospitality experience. A native of Sydney, Australia, Ashley relocated to Canada and built an impressive career in luxury hospitality, holding senior leadership positions in Jasper, Vancouver, and Whistler. Most recently based in Banff, he is known for his people-first leadership style and dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Four Seasons
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Gary Mills has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Acquisitions at NewcrestImage, LLC

Dallas-based NewcrestImage has named Gary Mills to lead its acquisition strategy in the newly-created position of Senior Vice President, Acquisitions. He brings more than 45 years of robust experience in hotel real estate which includes serving as Vice President, Real Estate with NewcrestImage from 2015 to 2020 when he helped double the size of the company’s portfolio.

NewcrestImage, LLC
Irving, Texas, United States
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José Silva has been appointed as Chairman at Maybourne Hotel Group

Maybourne, operator of some of the world’s most storied and extraordinary hotels, is delighted to welcome José Silva as Chairman. Widely regarded as one of luxury hospitality’s most accomplished leaders, Silva has been appointed to help lead Maybourne’s next phase of global growth while preserving the exceptional standards of service, design and guest experience that define its hotels.

Maybourne Hotel Group
London, United Kingdom

Quinn Saine has been promoted to Director of Racquet Sports at Silverado Resort

Silverado Resort is driving its premier Napa Valley tennis and pickleball experiences forward with the promotion of Quinn Saine to Director of Racquet Sports. Leading a team of industry professionals, including John Weston, Phil Graham, and George Saheb, Saine will oversee a lineup of programming designed to deliver an elevated, community-focused experience for members, resort guests, and corporate groups. 

Silverado Resort
Napa Valley, California, United States

Heather Lisagor has been appointed as Vice President, Innovation and Product Excellence at Aven Hospitality

Aven Hospitality, an independent global technology and SaaS leader in the hospitality industry that powers how hotels sell, distribute, and deliver guest experiences, today announced the appointment of Heather Lisagor as Vice President, Innovation and Product Excellence. Reporting to Mark Hollyhead, Chief Transformation Officer, she will help drive Aven's next phase of product innovation and AI-powered solutions, expanding the technology foundation hotels rely on to compete across emerging discovery, research and booking channels.

Aven
Southlake, Texas, United States

Ray Jingshu Zhang has been appointed as Director of Operations at Rosewood Cape Kidnappers

Rosewood Cape Kidnappers has appointed Ray Jingshu Zhang as Director of Operations. Ray joins the Hawke's Bay property with more than 15 years of luxury hospitality leadership experience spanning Australia, China, Vietnam, the Philippines, Taiwan and Indonesia. Most recently, he served as General Manager of the acclaimed Lake House Daylesford, one of Australia's leading luxury lodge destinations.

Rosewood
Te Awanga, New Zealand
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Miguel Sánchez has been appointed as Market Vice President for EMEA at SiteMinder

SiteMinder, the world’s leading hotel commerce platform, has appointed seasoned travel technology expert Miguel Sánchez as Market Vice President for EMEA. The appointment further strengthens SiteMinder’s leadership across the world’s largest accommodation hub, as the region’s hotels increasingly seek digital technology to respond to sustained travel demand and drive revenue.

SiteMinder
Sydney, Australia

Stephen George has been promoted to Director of Operations at Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel

Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel has announced the elevation of Stephen George as Director of Operations. Bringing over 20 years of hospitality experience, Stephen assumes the role after serving as the hotel's Director of Food & Beverage, where he played a pivotal role in strengthening operational performance, enhancing guest experiences and driving key business initiatives.

Renaissance
Bengaluru, India

Anil Kumar A has been appointed as Associate Director of Engineering at Radisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road

Radisson Blu Bengaluru Outer Ring Road announced the appointment of Anil Kumar A as Associate Director of Engineering. A seasoned hospitality engineering professional with more than 25 years of experience, Anil brings an exceptional blend of operational expertise, technical leadership, and pre-opening excellence to one of Bengaluru's leading business hotels.

Radisson Blu
Bengaluru, India