Appointments

Erica Purtill has been appointed as Director of Strategic Partnerships + Brand Activations at Makeready

Makeready, a Dallas-based hospitality company with hotels, restaurants, and retail brands in 11 U.S. cities, announces the appointment of Erica Purtill as Director of Strategic Partnerships + Brand Activations, a newly created role designed to elevate the company’s focus on innovative collaborations, immersive programming, and culturally relevant brand moments. In this role, Purtill will lead portfolio-wide initiatives that deepen guest engagement and strengthen Makeready’s connection to culture, community, and travel.

Sara Harper has been appointed as Head of Marketing at Kohler Co.

Kohler Hospitality is pleased to announce the appointment of Sara Harper as Head of Marketing. In her new role, Harper will oversee marketing strategy across Kohler Hospitality, guiding the continued growth and positioning of its portfolio of destinations in Kohler, Wisconsin; Green Bay, Wisconsin; Chicago, Illinois; and St. Andrews, Scotland. Additionally, Harper will lead initiatives that amplify the brand’s storytelling, drive year-round engagement, and elevate the guest experience across these world-class destinations.

Linda Lawrence has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at The Tryall Club

The Tryall Golf & Beach Club, one of Jamaica’s most celebrated private villa resorts, is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Lawrence as Director of Sales & Marketing. Set along 2,200 acres of lush coastline in Hanover, the resort is renowned for its collection of luxury villas, championship golf course, world-class amenities, and highly personalized service.

Aisling Seberry has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino has announced the appointment of Aisling Seberry as director of sales & marketing, effective April 2026. In her new role, Aisling will oversee the resort’s sales, marketing, and public relations functions, while leading strategic initiatives across wholesale, retail, group business, and digital field marketing.

Morgan Lexis has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Hard Rock International, Inc.

Hard Rock International today announced the promotion of Morgan Lexis to Senior Vice President of Global Sales. In this new role, Lexis will manage global sales for 35 Hard Rock properties, lead global marketing efforts for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) and travel industry sales segments (TIS), as well as oversee the development of sales teams and strategies at all new property openings, including the upcoming Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas. Lexis reports to Chief Operating Officer for Hard Rock International, Jeff Hook.

Kenneth Zahn has joined Hotel Equities Group, LLC as Vice President of Sales, Focused Service

Kenneth Zahn joins as Vice President of Sales, Focused Service, where now oversees sales strategy and revenue performance across the division. Zahn brings extensive experience leading multi-property, multi-brand portfolios, most recently serving as Vice President of Sales at PHMI Group. In that role, he directed commercial strategy across Marriott, IHG, and Choice assets generating more than $45 million in annual revenue. Known for building high-performing teams and driving consistent topline growth, Zahn will partner closely with Hotel Equities’ commercial leadership to further strengthen sales execution and portfolio performance.  

Nolan Wrentmore has been appointed as VO of Revenue, Lifestyle Division at Hotel Equities Group, LLC

Nolan Wrentmore has been appointed Vice President of Revenue, Lifestyle Division, bringing more than 25 years of experience in revenue strategy, distribution, and commercial operations. Based in Frisco, Texas, Wrentmore most recently led revenue initiatives at Hosteeva, where he helped grow the division by more than 100 percent. Prior to that, he spent over a decade with Aimbridge Hospitality, overseeing a team responsible for more than $1 billion in annual revenue. In his new role, he will focus on advancing revenue optimization, scaling systems, and supporting continued growth across the lifestyle portfolio.  

Stacie Harper has been appointed as Vice President of Sales at Resolute Road Hospitality

Resolute Road Hospitality, a Boise-based hotel management company founded on the promise to change the way owners think of their management company, announced today the appointment of Stacie Harper as Vice President of Sales, further strengthening its commercial leadership team as the company continues to expand its portfolio and enhance asset-level performance.

Courtney Conching has been appointed as Director of Group Sales at The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua is pleased to announce the appointment of Courtney Conching as Director of Group Sales. With over a decade of expertise in the luxury hospitality sector, Conching will spearhead the resort’s efforts to drive high-impact group business through a unique lens of authentic Hawaiian culture and world-class sales expertise.In this role, Conching will oversee the resort’s comprehensive group sales strategy, focusing on the competitive luxury travel and incentive market and showcasing the property’s extensive indoor and outdoor meeting facilities. The resort boasts 290,000 square feet of versatile event space, highlighted by breathtaking oceanfront spaces and the newly redesigned Aloha Garden Pavilion, Maui’s premier open-air, indoor-outdoor event facility.

Radhika Mathur has been appointed as Director Of Marketing & Communications at The St. Regis Mumbai

The St. Regis Mumbai, the city’s best address for timeless luxury and bespoke service, is delighted to announce the appointment of Radhika Mathur as the Director of Marketing and Communications. In her new role, she will lead the hotel’s brand strategy, public relations, digital presence, and integrated communications, further strengthening its position as Mumbai’s most coveted luxury destination.

Ivette Davalos has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Kimpton EPIC Hotel

Kimpton EPIC Hotel, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ luxury and lifestyle portfolio, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ivette Davalos as Director of Sales & Marketing. A respected leader in Miami’s hospitality scene, Davalos returns to the property in a full-circle moment, bringing with her a deep connection to the hotel and a proven track record of success in the luxury market.