Appointments

Kenny Toy has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Commercial, Global at Rosewood Hotel Group

Rosewood Hotel Group (the Group) announces the appointment of Kenny Toy as Senior Vice President, Commercial, Global. Based at the Group’s corporate office in Hong Kong and reporting to Anthony Ingham, Chief Operating Officer, Kenny will lead the Group’s global commercial strategy across sales, marketing, distribution, revenue management, partnerships, and e-commerce.

Bob Wong has been appointed as Commercial Director at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto

As Commercial Director, Bob Wong brings more than 16 years of hospitality leadership experience spanning eight urban and resort properties across Canada from Vancouver to Toronto, and most recently, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Whistler, where he has served since April 2025. With expertise in sales, marketing, and business development, Wong has built a strong reputation for driving commercial success and cultivating meaningful relationships within the luxury travel market. Originally from Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver, he holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University and an Executive Hotel Management Diploma from Imperial Hotel Management College. 

Stephanie Odaka has been appointed as Leisure Sales Director at Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn, Southern California's iconic luxury resort nestled within 220 acres of the scenic Ojai Valley, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephanie Odaka as Leisure Sales Director. Bringing more than 35 years of luxury hospitality experience, Odaka will oversee the resort's transient leisure sales strategy, cultivating relationships with leading luxury travel advisors, consortia partners, and key leisure accounts while driving continued growth across one of California's premier resort destinations.

Amy Birnbaum has been promoted to Regional Director of Sales & Marketing at Moxy Times Square

Moxy Hotels in New York City and Miami, owned by Lightstone, are pleased to announce the promotion of Amy Birnbaum to Regional Director of Sales & Marketing. Birnbaum previously served as Sales Director at Moxy Williamsburg and will now oversee sales and marketing for Moxy Times Square, Moxy East Village, Moxy Chelsea, Moxy Lower East Side, Moxy Williamsburg, and Moxy South Beach. 

Jaimie Weiss​ has been appointed as Vice President Of Growth & Digital at Viceroy

Viceroy Hotels & Residences appoints Jaimie Weiss as Vice President of Growth & Digital, leading the company’s digital growth strategy, with a focus on expanding direct business and enhancing the digital guest journey across the portfolio. She will also oversee AI innovation and adoption, performance marketing, user experience, and customer relationship management, with a focus on innovating to further personalize the guest and traveler journey across Viceroy’s collection of one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences. As the brand recognizes the growing demand for thoughtfully personalized experiences and meaningful discovery, she will help leverage guest insights and loyalty to create more relevant, individualized journeys, ultimately helping travelers uncover their next favorite destination with Viceroy.

Martin Aguilar has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at W Hoboken

W Hoboken, one of New Jersey's premier luxury lifestyle destinations and the city's only full-service luxury hotel, is pleased to announce the appointment of hospitality industry veteran Martin Aguilar as the property’s new Director of Sales & Marketing. Stepping into the role during a pivotal period of expansion following the property’s comprehensive 2025 renovation, Aguilar oversees strategic brand visibility, sales operations, and marketing initiatives through a community-driven lens.

Davide Caschili has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Safestay Hostels

Davide, who also joined Safestay’s Board of Directors, brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience across the UK, Italy and the US. Prior to joining Safestay, he held senior operational leadership roles at Edyn Group, Generator and Freehand Hotels. As Chief Operating Officer, Davide is focused on driving consistently high standards across Safestay’s international portfolio, improving property performance and guest experience and supporting the Group as it continues to invest in its portfolio.

Eliza Maćkiewicz has been appointed as Head of Commercial at Safestay Hostels

Eliza joined Safestay following more than nine years at Travelist, most recently as Head of Commercial. At Safestay, Eliza will lead the Group’s commercial strategy across revenue management, pricing, sales, distribution, marketing and customer acquisition. She will also play a central role in the Safestay’s Warsaw Commercial Hub as a strategic commercial function supporting the performance of the Group’s 20 pan-European hostels.

Travis Breen has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at The Driskill - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt

The Driskill is pleased to announce the appointment of Travis Breen as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events. A seasoned hospitality leader with more than 25 years of experience, Breen brings a proven track record of driving revenue, developing high-performing teams and cultivating lasting client relationships. In his new role, Breen will oversee The Driskill’s integrated sales, marketing and events strategy, focused on expanding the hotel’s reach, fostering key partnerships and supporting continued growth across leisure, group and events business as the storied Downtown Austin hotel enters a new era.

Jonathan “Jon” Waits has been appointed as Director of Sales at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pflugerville and Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Pflugerville

The dual-branded La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pflugerville and Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Pflugerville, a property proudly managed by Beechwood Hospitality, an MMI company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jonathan "Jon" Waits as Director of Sales. In his new role, Waits will lead sales strategy and business development for the two hotels located in the greater Austin market.