JW Marriott Dallas Arts District is pleased to announce the appointment of Vincent Cheung as its new Executive Chef. Cheung assumed leadership of the hotel’s complete culinary operation, overseeing its signature food and beverage outlets, including the sophisticated JW Steakhouse and the sky-level terrace bar, Vincent’s.
The Kimpton Pittman Hotel, the 165-room boutique landmark at the edge of Downtown Dallas and the Deep Ellum Cultural District, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Contreras as General Manager. A 15-year industry veteran known for transforming hospitality spaces and fostering high-performance teams, Contreras joins the Pittman with a focus on strengthening local partnerships and delivering guest experiences that feel distinctly Deep Ellum. As one of the most historically rich and creatively-vital spots in the city, the hotel is a tribute to the surrounding community’s past and present.
The Hotel Mockingbird, with 296 rooms and suites over nine floors, opened on March 24 in the Park Cities in-town neighborhood of Dallas as part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio after a complete renovation and rebranding. The property was acquired in October of 2024 by NewcrestImage and is now managed by Coury Hospitality.
Grand Hyatt DFW Airport, the premier hotel conveniently located inside Terminal D at the Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), announces the completion of its full-hotel renovation. The transformation began in July 2025 and its new luxurious guest rooms, critically acclaimed restaurant, and expansive meeting and event spaces are now fully open to the public beginning today.
The Kimpton Pittman Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Calvin as Director of Sales and Marketing, effective December 2025. Set at the intersection of Downtown Dallas and the Deep Ellum Cultural District, the 165-room hotel channels the energy that built the vibrant neighborhood, known for live music, outdoor art, and an independent spirit with roots tracing back to the 1870s. As one of the most historically rich and creatively-vital spots in the city, the hotel is a tribute to Deep Ellum's past and present. Paul's appointment reinforces the hotel's momentum in the meetings and corporate space, with a focus on strengthening local partnerships and delivering guest experiences that feel distinctly Deep Ellum.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Burcham as Spa Director. A seasoned leader known for transforming luxury spas into singular destinations, Burcham will oversee all operations for the hotel's renowned 12,000-square-foot Spa.
Ashford Inc. today announced the appointment of Jim Plohg as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary of Ashford Inc., Ashford Hospitality Trust, Inc. (NYSE: AHT) and Braemar Hotels & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: BHR), effective as of December 16, 2025. Mr. Plohg most recently served the Ashford Group of Companies as Division General Counsel and Managing Director, joining the firm in 2014.
JP Roberts has been named general manager at The Statler, a Curio Collection by Hilton hotel located in downtown Dallas. The Statler was built in 1956 and is recognized on the Historic Hotels of America registry.
Proper Hospitality today announced Dallas Proper Hotel and Residences, a flagship destination anchoring Uptown Dallas. Developed with Dallas-based Lincoln Property Company, the 34-story tower will open in 2029, establishing a new benchmark for design, wellness, and hospitality in Texas.
The Joule, Dallas' landmark luxury hotel on Main Street, proudly announces the debut of its newly reimagined West Tower guestrooms, transformed by the award-winning firm Tihany Design, the same atelier that designed the hotel when it opened in 2008. This milestone follows earlier enhancements to the hotel's ballroom level and expansion of its award-winning spa to include a new express facial bar and expanded retail space, marking the third creative chapter with the firm's continued vision for the property.
Pure Wellness, the leading provider of turnkey antiviral, antimicrobial, and hypoallergenic solutions for the hospitality industry, is excited to announce Casie Squires as its new Director of Sales. In this role, Squires will focus primarily on expanding the company's presence in both medical and healthcare-adjacent hotel markets, strengthening existing partnerships with property management companies, and supporting strategic revenue growth across the Dallas-based company's growing portfolio.
The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas has appointed Guntram Merl as its new general manager. Within his role, Merl will oversee day-to-day management of operations, including the resort's evolving food and beverage program, working across departments to ensure cohesion and strategic planning.
Universal Hospitality Solutions (UHS) today announced that Joseph "Joe" Jennings has joined the company as general manager of Crowne Plaza® Dallas Downtown by IHG, which features 30,000 square feet of event space. With more than three decades of hospitality experience, Jennings will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day hotel operations, customer experience, and financial performance of the UHS-managed, 291-key, high-rise Crowne Plaza hotel in downtown Dallas. UHS is a hotel development and management company that operates several hotels, representing well-known hotel brands in the United States and international locations. The Scottsdale, Arizona-based company provides complete lifecycle services for hotel owners and investors to maximize their hospitality industry-related returns.
Premier is pleased to announce that Kunal Mody has been appointed as the firm's new Senior Vice President of Development. Bringing to the team more than 13 years of executive-level real estate development experience, Mody adds notable fundraising and historic tax credit knowledge, as well as extensive adaptive reuse project expertise to the firm.
JW Marriott Dallas Arts District proudly announces the appointment of luxury hospitality veteran Bosther Kusich as its new General Manager. Kusich will direct all aspects of the 22-story hotel, including its 267 guest rooms and suites, eight meeting venues totaling 18,003 square feet, the signature restaurant and Vincent's rooftop bar and pool deck overlooking the Dallas skyline.
Graduate by Hilton has officially opened its doors in Dallas, marking the brand's first hotel in Texas. Situated in Highland Park, directly across from Southern Methodist University (SMU), the 93-key hotel brings together mid-century modern architecture, Texas ranch-style design, and Graduate's signature collegiate and maximalist charm. Highlights include a vibrant lobby lounge, outdoor pool and terrace, flexible event spaces, and a signature restaurant, Los Charros Tex-Mex Smokehouse.
Hilton Anatole, a landmark hotel in the heart of Dallas, announces the promotion of Erin Reisner to Director of Food & Beverage. This strategic leadership appointment reflects the property's ongoing focus on culinary innovation, operational excellence, and delivering an elevated guest experience.
As the Dallas-Fort Worth hospitality landscape undergoes a new wave of transformation, The Highland Dallas has reemerged with a dramatic renovation that honors its roots while carving a bold, design-forward future. This highly anticipated refresh — led by acclaimed and award winning interior design firm BAMO, Inc. — reintroduces the hotel's guestrooms, lobby, and public spaces with renewed creative energy and artistic depth.
Jeurink was promoted from his previous role as Director of Food and Beverage at Hilton Anatole, where he successfully oversaw the hotel's acclaimed banquet program, on-site dining venues, and large-scale culinary operations. With more than 25 years of global hospitality experience, Jeurink brings a thoughtful, guest-centric approach to operations and a deep understanding of hotel leadership. As Hotel Manager, he will work closely with the executive team to ensure operational excellence across all departments, with a strong focus on team development, guest satisfaction and continued innovation.
Kovensky joins the Hilton Anatole team with more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry, bringing a proven track record of driving revenue growth, building strategic partnerships and leading high-performing sales teams. Prior to joining the Anatole, Kovensky held several senior leadership roles at prominent Hilton properties across the country, consistently exceeding sales targets and implementing innovative marketing strategies that elevated brand visibility and group business. In his new role, Kovensky will lead the hotel's sales and marketing efforts, focusing on group business, leisure travel and brand positioning in the competitive Dallas market.