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Dena Roady has been appointed as Area Vice President and General Manager at Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort

The award-winning Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort is pleased to announce that Dena Roady has been appointed as Area Vice President and General Manager effective immediately. A recognized veteran and leader in the hospitality industry, Roady has a long history with Hyatt, which spans 24 years and various roles in 10 North America full-service properties. As General Manager, Roady will act as a key leader at Andaz Maui, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the 15-acre beachfront resort and fine-tuning its exceptional amenities and offerings.Roady began her career in 1997 with Hyatt as a as a Corporate Management Trainee in Newport Beach, CA, and has since worked through various operational level positions at Hyatt properties throughout the country. Most recently, Roady was General Manager at Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch. Roady also served as General Manager at Andaz 5th Avenue, Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa, and Hyatt Market Street, The Woodlands.

Hillary Sandbach has been appointed as Director of Marketing at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort - an iconic resort nestled on 40 acres of lush, tropical gardens fronting Maui's Wailea Beach - is pleased to announce the appointment of seasoned marketing expert Hillary Sandbach to the role of Director of Marketing. Sandbach will lead the team overseeing all marketing initiatives for the resort.

Clayton van Hooijdonk has been appointed as Resort Manager at Turtle Bay Resort

Turtle Bay Resort has named Clayton van Hooijdonk to the position of resort manager for this landmark property situated on Oahu's legendary North Shore. The resort is currently being reimagined and will open on July 1, 2021. A well-rounded hospitality leader with more than 20 years of experience working in luxury hotel properties, van Hooijdonk will oversee the resort's guest-facing operations, including its new restaurants, bars, amenities, and immersive new guest experiences.

Waikiki's White Sands Hotel Completes Property-Wide Reimagination

The all new White Sands Hotel today announces the completion of a property-wide redesign encompassing new guestrooms, amenities, and a brand-new bar concept, Hey Day, to open June 1, followed by Hey Day restaurant later this summer. A hidden gem that unabashedly celebrates the bamboo bar culture of the 1960's and 70's, White Sands Hotel provides a sunny oasis amongst Honolulu's urban setting. Managed by Springboard Hospitality, a leading hospitality management company with more than 35 independent and branded properties throughout the U.S., White Sands Hotel once again claims its place as one of Waikiki's best kept secrets, a tropical illusion that invites all to drop in and tune out.

Frederic Hoffmann has been appointed as Executive Chef at Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach

Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach, renowned for being one of the most forward thinking properties in Hawaii, continues to expand their one-of-a-kind travel and leisure experience with new innovative food and beverage offerings. Two food trucks by popular local chefs, the appointment of Executive Chef Frederic Hoffmann, inspired programming and more add to ʻAlohilani's unparalleled approach to resort dining.

Dovetail + Co Acquires Hawaii Hotel To Become Wayfinder Waikiki

Hotel owner, developer, and operator Dovetail + Co moves into Hawaii with the acquisition of Waikiki Sand Villa Hotel in Honolulu, Hawaii. Located along the Ala Wai Canal within close walking distance to Waikiki Beach, the hotel will be rebranded as the Wayfinder Waikiki following a renovation of the property's 228 rooms, 70-foot saltwater lagoon pool, and multiple bar and restaurant spaces. Dovetail + Co's Wayfinder Hotel brand is committed to bringing to life energetic hubs that celebrate the unique culture and beauty of each property's distinctive locale. Led by veteran hotelier Phil Hospod, Dovetail + Co will lead the renovations while Springboard Hospitality will oversee daily management and operations. Dovetail + Co is confident in the enduring appeal of Oahu, a destination that has historically been a hospitality stronghold within the U.S. lodging market.