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Appointments

Tom Thrussell has been appointed as Chief Marketing Officer at The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts

Boutique hospitality brand The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts, whose collection spans distinctive boutique and luxury properties, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Thrussell as Chief Marketing Officer. Commencing his role on 1 February 2026, Tom is based in Bangkok, Thailand and brings a wealth of experience, as well as a proven track record of building and managing multiple iconic brands in the travel, hospitality and financial services industries. 

The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)

J. Green has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Independent Hotel Sales at Pyramid Global Hospitality

 Pyramid Global Hospitality, a leading hotel management company with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and operational leadership, announces the appointment of J. Green as senior vice president of independent hotel sales. In this newly created position, Green will lead the sales strategy and execution for Pyramid’s diverse portfolio of independent resorts and hotels, Benchmark Resorts & Hotels.

Benchmark
Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Karen Roche Paulon has been appointed as Area Director of Sales and Marketing at Remington Hospitality

 Remington Hospitality has appointed seasoned hospitality leader Karen Roche Paulon, CMP as Area Director of Sales and Marketing for its two iconic Key West properties, La Concha Key West, Autograph Collection and Pier House Resort & Spa. With more than 30 years of hospitality leadership experience across global brands like Marriott International, Hyatt, Margaritaville Vacation Club by Wyndham and several luxury independent resorts, Paulon offers unmatched expertise in her field and a history of data-driven solutions. 

Remington
Dallas, Texas, United States
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Anna Darden has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Caravan Court, by Valencia Hotel Collection

Valencia Hotel Collection is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Darden as Director of Sales and Marketing for Caravan Court, opening in Arlington, Texas in Spring 2026. Together with General Manager John Thomas, her appointment underscores the hotel’s focus on revenue growth and elevated guest experiences.

Valencia Hotel Collection (VHC)
Arlington, Texas, United States

Tayna Zasada has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing and Events at Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport

Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, an upscale resort-style hotel set along the tranquil shores of Lake Washington, announces the appointment of Tayna Zasada as Director of Sales, Marketing and Events. In her role, Zasada will lead strategic sales and marketing initiatives to further position the hotel as a premier waterfront destination for meetings, events, and leisure travel.

Hyatt Regency
Renton, Washington, United States

Ed Martinez has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Revenue Management at Parable Hospitality

Following its January 2026 entry into the hospitality management landscape, West Coast-based Parable Hospitality announces the latest addition to its newly formed executive leadership team. Ed Martinez joins the company as Senior Vice President of Revenue Management, rounding out a group of seasoned hospitality leaders spanning operations, finance, people and culture, food and beverage, risk management, and commercial strategy.

Parable Hospitality
Aliso Viejo, California, United States
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Julie Desvaux has been appointed as Global Marketing Director at Nikki Beach Hospitality Group

With more than 20 years of senior leadership experience in luxury hospitality, wellness, digital transformation, and brand strategy, Desvaux brings extensive cross-market experience to the role. She has held senior positions at Airelles, Groupe Barrière, and most recently Compagnie Lebon, where she was instrumental in shaping brand identity, leading integrated marketing strategies, and supporting portfolio development.

Nikki Beach Hospitality Group
Miami Beach, Florida, United States

Kathryn Collins has been appointed as Vice President, Marketing at Davidson Hospitality Group

Joining most recently from Remington Hospitality where she served as Senior Director of Marketing & Digital Strategy, Collins is well-versed in driving strategy and execution across paid media, website development, analytics, creative, and market research to drive measurable results. Previously, she was Director of Brand Marketing at Bryte, where she led brand and marketing strategy for the luxury technology startup, launching integrated direct-to-consumer and business-to-business programs across e-commerce, hospitality, and retail channels. She also spent more than 12 years at Marriott International advancing through multiple promotions and was recognized for leading high-performing teams, driving revenue growth, and executing transformative brand and marketing strategies across the United States, Caribbean, and Latin America. Collins holds an MBA from University of Florida and a B.S. in Business Administration from Saint Louis University.

Davidson
Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Harry Carr has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Commercial Optimization at Davidson Hospitality Group

Carr's tenure with Davidson began just prior to the launch of Pivot in 2016 with the repositioning of Hotel Zephyr San Francisco, the first hotel in Pivot. Serving first as Corporate Director of Revenue Management and following a series of promotions to Vice President and then Senior Vice President, Carr's contributions helped to grow the lifestyle portfolio from one hotel to reach critical mass. With more than 30 years of hospitality experience in both independent and branded environments, he has been instrumental in driving total revenue and gaining market share for diverse properties. Prior to Pivot, Carr worked with leading lifestyle companies at SBE and Viceroy Hotel Group as well as branded hotels at Interstate Hotels & Resorts, Starwood, and Hilton Hotels & Resorts. He earned a B.S. in Political Science from Illinois State University.

Davidson
Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Patrick Broderick has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Commercial Optimization at Davidson Hospitality Group

Broderick joined Davidson in 2021 as Vice President, Sales and Revenue Management for Davidson Resorts and has a 37-year successful track record as a seasoned hospitality executive. Previously, he was with Marriott International, where he ascended from property-level management positions at hotels throughout New England before transitioning into sales leadership roles. He served as Vice President of Sales for the region, overseeing topline sales for 60-plus Marriott hotels across 12 brands, including 18 resorts and luxury hotels, representing more than $2 billion in revenues. During his tenure, his collection of Florida hotels consistently achieved superior results and earned recognition as a best-in-class place to work, while exceeding owner and associate satisfaction. Broderick studied hotel, catering and institutional management at Cardiff University in Wales where he earned his Bachelor of Science Honors degree.

Davidson
Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Ryan Cornelio has been appointed as Commercial Director at InterContinental Muscat

InterContinental Muscat, an iconic urban beachfront resort in Muscat's diplomatic quarter with direct beach access, lush gardens, and views of the Hajar Mountains, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Cornelio as Commercial Director. Located just minutes from the Royal Opera House and Mutrah Souk, the hotel is renowned for refined coastal elegance and authentic Omani hospitality.

InterContinental
Muscat, Oman

Geraldine Burgos has been appointed as Director of Sales at Kimpton Era Midtown New York

Kimpton Era Midtown New York, rooted in the spirit of the city, is nearing its March 2026 debut. Ushering in this significant milestone for Manhattan hospitality the hotel has appointed a seasoned leader Director of Sales Geraldine Burgos. With a background in luxury-lifestyle hospitality, she brings vision, depth, and momentum to this newly constructed, 33-story building anchored in the heart of Manhattan.

Kimpton
New York, New York, United States

Zeynep Peker Prakatur has been appointed as Area Commercial Director at Raffles UAE

Raffles Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the appointment of Zeynep Peker Prakatur as Area Commercial Director, further strengthening the brand's commercial leadership across the region. In her expanded role, Zeynep will provide strategic commercial oversight and support to Raffles Al Areen Palace Bahrain, Raffles Jeddah (2026 Opening), and Raffles The Red Sea (2026 Opening). She will also maintain a strong and continued focus on Raffles The Palm, Dubai, where she has served as Commercial Director since 2023.

Raffles
Issy-les-Moulineaux, United Arab Emirates