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Sean Kim has been appointed as Director of Commercial Services at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa

Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort & Spa, an iconic resort in the heart of Greater Palm Springs, announces the promotion of Sean Kim to director of commercial services. Mr. Kim brings nearly two decades of hospitality experience, including the past four years at Hyatt Regency Indian Wells where he has served as director of revenue management. In this new role, which is a first for the desert resort and limited to just five properties within the entire Hyatt portfolio, Mr. Kim will oversee revenue, events, and sales and marketing operations for the AAA Four Diamond resort.

Conrad Reddick has been named Director of Operations at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Woodside Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Conrad Reddick as the new director of operations at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, an iconic oceanfront hotel perched directly on Cannery Row overlooking Monterey Bay. In this role, Reddick oversees the hotel's operations, ensuring revenue, profit and guest satisfaction goals are achieved across all departments.

Brooke Gilliam has been appointed as Spa Manager at Lido House, an Autograph Collection Hotel

Lido House, an Autograph Collection Hotel, Southern California's coastal destination in the heart of Newport Beach, is pleased to announce the appointment of Brooke Gilliam to the role of spa manager of the hotel's serene Boost Spa. Home to a collection of wellness rituals to restore, revive and escape, Boost Spa offers cutting-edge technology and a diverse range of spa treatments that are thoughtfully crafted to enliven the body, mind and spirit. Well-versed in the wellness space, Gilliam brings a breadth of knowledge to her role as Spa Manager. She is responsible for overseeing all operations of the spa, including supervising and maintaining the facility, managing a robust team of health experts, curating unique programming and specialty treatments, and executing a wide range of spa services to guests, such as hydrafacials, custom body and facial treatments, and more. Prior to joining the Lido House team, Gilliam held a management role at Montage Laguna Beach for nearly a decade and led a team of over 40 associates. During her tenure, she maintained and delivered Forbes Five Star spa standards, organized schedules and trained new colleagues while conducting annual employee reviews. Gilliam was immediately drawn to Lido House's nautical-inspired beach house thanks to its unique style and sense of local community, and instantly felt at home upon her first visit. Gilliam is excited to bring a fresh perspective to the wellness and holistic experience at Boost Spa and will continue to elevate its sea-inspired therapies and provide guests with personalized itineraries that best suit their needs. A California native, Gilliam received her esthetician license from Marinello Schools of Beauty in Los Angeles. When not at the spa, Gilliam enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the coastal destination, including the expansive beach and Lido Marina Village, a pedestrian-friendly retail and dining complex featuring high-end boutiques, shops and restaurants.

Aman Beverly Hills, Set to Open in 2026

Aman reveals Aman Beverly Hills, nestled within eight acres of verdant botanical gardens, yet just moments away from the storied streets of Rodeo Drive and Santa Monica Boulevard. Aman Beverly Hills will be situated on the intersection of Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards and feature a hotel, private Aman Residences, an expansive Aman Club, multiple dining venues, and an Aman Spa, all linked by private pathways that wind through the foliage.

Rogelio Garcia has been named Executive Chef at TRUSS Restaurant + Bar at Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Napa Valley, Wine Country's leading luxury resort in the heart of California's famed wine region, announces the appointment of acclaimed chef Rogelio Garcia as the Executive Chef of TRUSS Restaurant + Bar, as well as a soon-to-be-announced fine dining restaurant. Making a welcome return to Wine Country, the chef brings with him a multitude of culinary prowess and a passion to showcase the region's legendary terroir, produce, and ingredients.

108-key Appellation Appellation™ Healdsburg planned to open for Harvest 2023

Celebrated American chef Charlie Palmer and hotel industry veteran Christopher Hunsberger announce the co-founded launch of Appellation, the first hotel brand born from the elegant merger of culinary and hospitality. Appellation, meaning "to give a name to a place," will cultivate community around food and the role it plays in bringing people together, while exuding 'approachable luxury' in accommodations and service. The brand's initial new-build hotels will debut in iconic leisure destinations in Idaho with Appellation Sun Valley (2023) and two distinct regions in California with Appellation Healdsburg (2023) and Appellation Pacific Grove (2024).

Elgin Thomas has been appointed as Director of Engineering at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

With years of experience in opening, developing, and managing hotels, Elgin Thomas will be responsible for overseeing the hotel's operations and maintenance as the new Director of Engineering. Previously, Thomas was the Director of Facilities at The Ritz-Carlton Club and Residences, San Francisco where he managed the engineering team and achieved some of the best employee satisfaction and guest engagement scores within the Marriott and Ritz-Carlton brands. In his past work experiences, Thomas was an experienced Hospitality Manager at the Towneplace Suite-Northlake Atlanta, Courtyard by Marriott-Oakland Airport, and Courtyard by Marriott-Newark where he had an outstanding track record of exceeding department goals.

Chris Bean has been appointed as Executive Sous Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

Chris Bean first joined The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco in 2011 as a cook at the former Dining Room restaurant before joining the in room dining culinary team. With a passion for the culinary arts, Bean then worked in various positions in the banquet kitchen before being promoted to Kitchen Supervisor, followed by Banquet Sous Chef. In 2018, Bean took the opportunity to sharpen his culinary skills as the Sous Chef in training at Parallel 37. For his leadership, culinary excellence, and achieving high guest satisfaction, Bean won The Ritz-Carlton Five-Star Employee of the Year award in 2016 and The Ritz-Carlton Leader of Fourth Quarter award in 2019. As the new Executive Sous Chef, Bean will assist in leading and overseeing all culinary staff, kitchens, and restaurants at the city landmark hotel.

Carlos Gomez has been appointed as Director of Restaurants at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco

With vast experience within the hospitality industry, Carlos Gomez held various roles in the Middle East and Europe. He started as an F&B Management Trainee with the Hilton in Doha, Qatar, then became Restaurant Director for Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. After a few years in the Middle East, Gomez returned to Spain and joined The Ritz-Carlton, Hotel Arts Barcelona working a variety of positions including Director of Marina & Pool Operations, Director of Banquets, and lastly Director of Restaurants for Enoteca by Paco Perez, a Two Michelin Star restaurant. In his new role as Director of Restaurants for The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, Gomez will oversee the Lobby Lounge, Parallel 37, and in room dining operations.

Eric Theiss has been appointed as Executive Chef at JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa

JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa announces the newest member of its team, Chef Eric Theiss, who recently came on board as Executive Chef of the iconic resort. Set on 450 acres, Palm Desert's largest resort recently unveiled a multi-million-dollar renovation, inspiring a new level of luxury with updated guestrooms and suites, public areas, and event spaces. Eric will oversee all culinary operations at the numerous restaurant and bar offerings onsite as well as extensive banquet operations, leading the resort's food and beverage teams in delivering an unparalleled level of excellence in both dining and service. Eric will bring an innovative approach to the culinary program while utilizing locally and organically sourced produce.

Jazz Moralez has been appointed as Beverage Manager at Finch & Fork Restaurant at Kimpton Canary Hotel

Jazz Moralez has been appointed as the Beverage Manager at the reimagined Finch & Fork at the iconic Kimpton Canary Hotel in Santa Barbara. A fifth generation Santa Barbara native and restaurant industry veteran for over 10 years, Moralez holds a Level 1 Sommelier Court of Masters Sommeliers Certification. She finds inspiration from her travels throughout Europe as a Flamenco dancer, as well as her family's experience hosting foreign exchange students, which sparked her interest i n international culture, with a special interest in food and wine.At Finch & Fork, Moralez is passionate about bringing to life the stories of the local farms, winemakers, and distillers with her wine selections and libations alongside Chef Riker's menu. She is an expert at creating well-balanced drinks with subtle complexities that attract and satisfy both the experienced and novice imbibers. Moralez lives in Santa Barbara with her partner Emiliano and her beloved rescue dogs Buck & Bubbles.

Sonoma County’s Dawn Ranch Re-Emerges As A Lifestyle Resort For Summer 2022

Nestled on the banks of the Russian River in Sonoma County, historic Dawn Ranch has played host to vacationers from San Francisco and around the globe for over a century since opening in 1905. From its beginnings as a dining hall with tented cabins to taking the title of the first gay destination resort in California's wine country, to its closure after 2019's devastating flood, Dawn Ranch's towering redwoods have borne witness to it all. Having most recently operated as a wedding venue until it closed in 2019, the property announces its reopening for the summer as a full service luxury resort for the first time in three years under the operation of Bridgeton Holdings [Walker Hotel Tribeca, Walker Hotel Greenwich Village, Marram Montauk].

William Elkington has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Woodside Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of William Elkington as the new director of sales and marketing at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, an iconic oceanfront hotel perched directly on Cannery Row overlooking Monterey Bay. In this role, Elkington leads the implementation of the annual business plan to achieve the hotel's group sales goals and oversees the leisure sales, marketing strategies and public relations for the 290-room hotel.