W Philadelphia and Element Philadelphia Downtown - both part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands - today announces they have appointed George Adel as its Area General Manager for both properties. His appointment continues his distinguished journey with Marriott as he joins the property from the W Hotels brand's iconic W South Beach.
Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North announces the appointment of Gregory James as Executive Chef, bringing more than 30 years of culinary and hospitality leadership to the resort. A thoughtful, ingredient-driven chef known for refined comfort and collaborative leadership, James will oversee all culinary operations across the resort's dining program, including signature restaurants, In-Casita dining, banquets, weddings, and special events.
Element New Orleans Downtown opens, introducing a new extended-stay hotel option in the heart of New Orleans' Central Business District. The newly built property is part of the Element by Marriott brand and is designed to support both short-term visits and longer stays with modern, flexible accommodations.
Balfour Miami Beach, now a Registry Collection hotel located in South Beach's South of Fifth neighborhood, announces the appointment of Taylor Hart as general manager. Hart brings over 20 years of hospitality experience to the iconic boutique property, joining the team at a pivotal moment as Balfour begins a new chapter as a Registry Collection Hotel.
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.
Opening April 2026, Virginia Guesthouse Hotel & Conference Center will debut as a dynamic new hospitality and gathering destination on the University of Virginia's (UVA) Grounds. This new property is poised at the crossroads of academic life, cultural exchange, and the natural beauty of Charlottesville, creating a setting that will spark conversation, foster connection, and bring people together.
Dreamscape took over management of two Holiday Inn properties totaling 215 rooms, with the full-service location featuring 38,000+ square feet of event space.
Lang joins Coury Hospitality as a 30+ year veteran of the hospitality industry, bringing his vast experience in full-service luxury hospitality to Hotel Vin, Rogers. He is known for building collaborative cultures, robust food and beverage experiences, and driving performance through guest and employee-centric programming. Prior to Hotel Vin, Lang served as Area General Manager for the Little Rock Marriott hotel and oversaw F&B operations for Arkansas' largest convention center. He delivered record-setting performance across the operation, driving top-tier profitability, a market-leading RevPAR index, and guest service scores ranking in the top quartile of the Marriott brand. He also achieved one of the strongest associate engagement results in the company and the highest brand audit score in the property's history.
Fox joins Hotel Vin, Rogers as Director of Sales. She has nearly 20 years of hospitality leadership, regional market expertise, and a deeply relationship-driven approach to her work. Previously, Fox led efforts at Embassy Suites Northwest Arkansas and Rogers Convention Center as Area Director of Sales & Marketing, supporting major conferences, conventions, and high-impact community gatherings throughout the region. Fox is known for her ability to build long-standing client relationships and proven track record of leading high-performing sales teams. At Hotel Vin, Rogers, Fox will oversee all sales strategy and execution, emphasizing experience-driven hospitality to expand group, corporate, and leisure business while shaping an exceptional opening and future for the property.
Marcus Hotels & Resorts has announced the appointment of Jeff Neuzil as the new Resort Manager of the award-winning Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark. With a robust background in hospitality and a proven track record of operational excellence and innovation, Neuzil brings extensive experience to this role as Timber Ridge celebrates its 25th anniversary.
The South Carolina-based company operates hotels across the Southeast and Midwest, with recent openings including Element Charleston Airport and Hotel Avail in Arkansas.
STR/Tourism Economics projects 0.6% RevPAR growth for 2026, driven by modest demand recovery and 2026 FIFA World Cup impact offsetting continued economic headwinds.
Today, Plamondon Hospitality Partners celebrates the next milestone of the Marriott Downtown Frederick at Carroll Creek project, the highly-anticipated full-service hotel and conference center, with a groundbreaking ceremony. This project's unique, four-way investment partnership combines public and private parties, and is poised to support the increasing demand of Frederick's tourism economy.
Dream Downtown is pleased to announce the appointment of Munir Salem as General Manager, bringing more than 25 years of global hospitality expertise to the New York City property set between Chelsea and the Meatpacking District.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City is reaffirming its commitment to excellence with a $50 million capital improvement plan for 2026 that is already underway. The resort will renovate more than 700 standard guest rooms, over 60 suites, and eight penthouses in the hotel's North Tower, along with refreshing walkways and corridors. The majority of the capital improvement projects are expected to be completed by the end of 2026.
Mainsail Lodging & Development has announced the appointment of Shawna Ash as Director of Sales at the historic Fenway Hotel. In her new role, Ash will lead sales strategy and revenue growth for the 83-room boutique hotel, driving group and transient business across corporate, government, sports, and social segments while overseeing sales training, performance management, and third-party partnerships.
The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad is pleased to announce the appointment of Rick Corcoran as General Manager. Making his return to The Ritz-Carlton brand, Corcoran brings more than three decades of global luxury hospitality experience to the role.
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota announces the appointment of Executive Chef Diego Alonso Ortega Oneto. With nearly twenty years of experience across luxury hotels and Michelin-influenced kitchens, Chef Ortega brings a refined, globally inspired perspective shaped by his Peruvian heritage, international training, and passion for flavor-forward coastal cuisine.
Leading real estate developers Related Group (Related) and Dezer Development have completed vertical construction at the Rosewood Residences Hillsboro Beach, marking a major milestone for South Florida's most exclusive new address and the first-ever hospitality-branded condominium in the area.
Penn State offers $3,000 master's scholarships and $1,000 certificate scholarships to first 15 PRLA member employees enrolling fall 2026-2027.