Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, has today announced the appointment of former Oracle and Protel executive Linda Vallner as Vice President for Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Agilysys, Inc. announced Joe Youssef - who has led multiple functions, solution verticals and regional markets during his 18-year career at global travel and tourism technology innovator Amadeus - will join the Company as Senior Vice President, Sales, Americas and EMEA and Chief Commercial Officer.
Mhana Mohammed Mubarak Al Saifi brings years of valuable expertise in information technology management and strategic IT planning. His most recent role was as IT manager at the International College of Engineering and Management (ICEM), where he led a team of IT professionals in managing and maintaining the institution's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and software systems. In his current role, he will oversee and direct the IT department, ensuring robust infrastructure, advanced security measures, and technological innovations that enhance the resort's operational efficiency and guest service excellence.
Virtuoso®, the global leader in luxury and experiential travel, has announced a new addition to its Senior Leadership Team, naming Paul Kearney as Senior Vice President, Technology, along with a focused realignment in senior leadership for its Digital, Network and Events Product divisions. The changes further strengthen Virtuoso's commitment to growth, innovation and serving the diverse needs of global luxury consumers, agency members and preferred partners, with even greater focus on each practice area. The investment in these organisational moves also advances Virtuoso's commitment to developing tech-enabled solutions that enhance human connection - a long-standing focus of the organisation.
Jay Valeriano, who began his Minor Hotels career at a sister property in Abu Dhabi in 2013, steps up as cluster IT manager. He brings a forward-thinking approach to IT strategy, having been instrumental in the implementation of innovative technological solutions previously, including the roll-out of mobile room access keys for Minor Hotels across the globe. Valeriano will now focus on ensuring the IT infrastructure meets the future needs of both properties.
Crescent Hotels & Resorts appointed Paul Bushman as its new Senior Vice President of Technology and Enterprise Solutions. This strategic hire highlights the company's dedication to advancing its technological capabilities and delivering cutting-edge enterprise solutions in the hospitality industry.Paul is a seasoned Information Technology professional with a proven track record of leading departments and delivering innovative, cost-effective enterprise-wide business intelligence platforms and other applications. He spearheaded the design, development, and innovation of an industry-leading web-based BI platform utilized by over 1,400 hotels for all reporting and planning needs.Prior to joining Crescent, Paul held the position of Senior Vice President, Enterprise Solutions at Aimbridge Hospitality. In this role, he directed all aspects of team building, planning, budgeting, forecasting, managed services, vendor management, and offshore development to create value and efficiencies for business partners. Before Aimbridge, Paul held a nearly 20-year position as Senior Vice President of IT Business Solutions and Innovation at Interstate Hotels & Resorts. Paul's background also includes positions at MeriStar Hotels & Resorts and CapStar Hotel Company.
The new IT manager's hospitality career spans eight years. With a robust academic foundation in Computer System Design, Farwath began in IT infrastructure and has since worked for the likes of Hilton and Hyatt.
PONANT, world leader in luxury exploration travel, announces appointment of Thomas Romieu as Chief Digital and Information Systems Director for the group as of June 10, 2024.
Lakshmanan Duraisamy (Lak) takes on the role of Senior Vice President of Information Technology. Lak brings over 20 years of technology leadership experience, having played pivotal roles in driving digital transformations for Amazon, Carnival Corporation, Walt Disney World, and Open Text Corporation, among others. His contributions have consistently led to digital transformations, advanced information architecture and systems, streamlined technology operations, and enriched overall guest experiences through innovative technology solutions. With a Master of Science in Computer Science from Florida Atlantic University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Engineering from PSG College of Technology, Lak has a proven track record in technology leadership.
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has appointed Sudhakar Veluru as the company's new EVP/chief information technology officer (CITO). He joins the Four Seasons executive leadership team reporting to Alejandro Reynal, president/CEO, Four Seasons.
Montage International has announced the appointment of Peter Chambers as executive vice president, chief information officer. An accomplished technology and hospitality executive, with more than three decades of experience and a track record of success at building and managing teams globally, Chambers will now oversee and execute the technology strategy for all of Montage International, including corporate office operations and the growing portfolios of Montage Hotels & Resorts and Pendry Hotels & Resorts.
Parag Doshi has joined M3 as the Chief Technology Officer, renowned for propelling unprecedented technological growth. Parag seamlessly merges academic prowess with an unwavering passion for innovation while fostering a culture through trust and openness. He brings a unique blend of academic excellence and engineering rigor, with a growth mindset, poised to scale M3 to ensure the company's long-term success and drive innovations in hospitality-specific technology.
André Baljeu becomes the new COO of the company, which provides process automation as a service to over 3,000 hotels worldwide. In his role, André will help the company accelerate growth and solidify its position in the dynamic global market of Robotic Process Automation (RPA). In 2022, the size of this market was estimated to be nearly 2.7 billion dollars. Projections indicate that this dynamic growth is expected to continue, with the RPA market reaching a value of over 66 billion dollars by 2032.
Joining Castlerock in 2022, Eduard Torres has been appointed to Chief Information Officer, leveraging an impressive 25-year career in IT leadership. His contributions as the former Vice President of Information Technology have been instrumental in shaping the organization's tech-forward future, encompassing cybersecurity, cloud architecture and disaster recovery.
Sanjay Sharma, who held the position of Head of IT at Jumeirah Group, a global hotel chain, will assume the CTO position at Orascom Hotels Management in January 2024. With more than 8,000 guest rooms spread across Egypt, Oman, and the United Arab Emirates, in addition to additional properties in Montenegro and Switzerland, the hotel management business of Orascom Development is among the major hotel owners and operators in the MENA area. With 27 years of experience in a variety of leadership roles in technology and business transformation, Sanjay has a wealth of industry knowledge.
Agilysys announces the appointment of Tony Marshall to the position of Vice President and Managing Director for Asia Pacific. With continued strong demand for its Property Management Systems (PMS), Point-of-Sale (POS) and Inventory and Procurement (I&P) solutions in APAC and other global regions, Agilysys named Marshall to spearhead its regional growth strategy and go-to-market execution across the region.
Mews, the innovative hospitality cloud, today announced that Davin Fan has joined the company in the new role of General Manager, North America, as it experiences significant growth in the region.
As CTO, Gui's responsibilities include oversight of all Alterra technology operations, software development, and overall approach to the continual improvement of the guest experience through technology. His career has featured over 20 years of technical innovation, driving improvements in consumer experience and business operations across industries ranging from entertainment at Marvel and Ticketmaster, to gaming at Atari, and manufacturing and consumer products at Varsity Brands.
WorldVue®, the trusted provider of video, digital infrastructure, wireless connectivity, and professional services to guest-centric properties worldwide, is proud to announce the appointment of Julian Daniel to Vice President Operations, EMEA. As WorldVue continues to grow and evolve as a company, the executive team welcomes Daniel to play a pivotal, strategic role in the brand's current and future presence across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Cloud5 Communications, a leading provider of communications and technology solutions for more than 5,000 hotels, MDUs, and commercial facilities across the Americas, today announced the appointment of Anai Patel as its new CFO.