Marc & Rose Hospitality today announces the retirement of Chief Operating Officer Richard Behr, whose 19-year tenure has left an indelible mark on the Marc & Rose Hospitality legacy, and confidently elevates Tim Price to serve as the next COO. A pivotal era led by Behr, marked by a lauded vision and integrity in hospitality, gives way to an illustrious new chapter under Price.
Thomas Ty brings more than a decade of hospitality experience at several of Minneapolis’ premier hotels, where he has built a reputation for his people-first leadership style, operational expertise, and commitment to creating elevated guest experiences. In his role, he will oversee front office, housekeeping, and overall guest experience operations across the property, helping further strengthen the guest experience as the hotel continues to build on its post-renovation momentum.
Richard Fischer brings more than 27 years of hospitality sales and marketing experience to his new role. Throughout his career, he has held leadership positions across the Midwest, overseeing full-service, lifestyle, all-suite, and focused-service hotel brands. In his role at the Sheraton Minneapolis Downtown Convention Center, Fischer will lead all strategic sales and marketing initiatives, with a focus on driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and elevating the hotel’s positioning within the competitive Twin Cities hospitality landscape.
Hilton has appointed Paul Fitzgerald as general manager of Hilton Alexandria Old Town. In his role, Fitzgerald will lead all aspects of hotel operations at the 252-room property in the heart of historic Old Town, driving exceptional guest experiences and team performance.
By creating this role, Hyatt has made its priorities clear: brand strategy and loyalty programmes are to become key drivers of its growth across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Recruited by Marc Jacheet, Geoffray Maugin has been entrusted with a clear mandate to turn this ambition into reality. His profile and strategic outlook offer a revealing insight into the group’s direction.
Core Hospitality has appointed Anneli Pedersen as the new Hotel Manager of the Four Points Flex hotel on Havneøen in Vejle. For Anneli, this is more than just a new job - it is a return to the very same address where her career in the hotel and restaurant industry began.
Alexander Lopez, a seasoned professional with substantial hospitality experience in Europe and Asia, has been appointed general manager of Meliá Pattaya Hotel.
Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheikh announces the appointment of Anita Cancelliere as Commercial Director, effective mid-May 2026. With more than eight years of expertise in luxury and ultra-luxury hospitality across the Mediterranean, Anita brings her signature blend of strategic insight and people-centred leadership to the Red Sea resort, where the desert meet the sea.
Kessler Hospitality, Highgate’s dedicated division managing a collection of Kessler Collection properties, including Grand Bohemian Lodge Asheville, has appointed seasoned hotelier Matt Herod as General Manager of the property.
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the appointment of Austin Pruett as general manager of the 504-room Martinique New York on Broadway, Curio Collection by Hilton. In his new role, Pruett will lead all aspects of hotel operations, leading the team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
The Standard, Brussels is proud to announce the appointment of Jean-Philippe De Haes as the new General Manager.
Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia’s Historic Treasure and home to the Philadelphia Savings Fund Society (PSFS), is pleased to welcome Alan Cagle as Managing Director of Loews Philadelphia Hotel. With over 25 years in hospitality, Alan brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to excellence to Loews Hotels & Co.
The Pink Adobe is thrilled to announce the appointment of Pastry Chef Raul Trej, who will lead a reimagined culinary vision alongside Chef de Cuisine Mario Espinosa.
The Pink Adobe is thrilled to announce the appointment of Chef de Cuisine Mario Espinosa, who will lead a reimagined culinary vision alongside Pastry Chef Raul Trejo. With more than two decades of distinguished international experience and deep commitment to elevating Mexican gastronomy, Chef Espinosa brings visionary expertise and an unwavering dedication to authentic ingredients and cultural traditions to one of Santa Fe's most storied restaurants and its renowned Dragon Room bar.
The Broadmoor is pleased to welcome Tiffany Pisaneschi back to the resort, where she rejoins the sales team as Director of National Sales, Wilderness Properties, following a career spanning both hospitality and financial services. Within this role, Tiffany will oversee the sales efforts for The Broadmoor’s three all-inclusive, luxury Wilderness Properties, including Cloud Camp, The Ranch at Emerald Valley, and Fly-Fishing Camp. Operating seasonally from May through October, these boutique retreats blend rustic mountain living with five-star hospitality.
Park Hyatt Mexico City Polanco today announced the appointment of Christophe Hilty as General Manager. In this role, Christophe Hilty will lead the highly anticipated hotel’s pre-opening journey ahead of its expected early 2027 debut, bringing more than 25 years of international luxury hospitality experience to the Park Hyatt brand’s forthcoming arrival in Mexico City.
Kerzner International Holdings Limited ("Kerzner"), the global hospitality group behind renowned luxury brands including One&Only Resorts and Private Homes, Atlantis Resorts, SIRO, and rare finds, has appointed Natalie Slavikova as Global Director, MICE — a newly created role that underscores the group's strategic focus on accelerating growth across its global meetings, incentives, conferences and events portfolio.
JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa, part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio, has announced the appointment of Aditya Kulkarni as Senior Banquet Chef. Bringing more than a decade of global culinary experience spanning Europe, the Caribbean, India, and the United States, Kulkarni will oversee banquet culinary operations for the resort's growing meetings, events, and celebrations business.
Manchester’s luxury 5* Stock Exchange Hotel has appointed Jessica Southworth as its new Cluster Sales & Marketing Director.
Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH), one of the world's largest lodging franchisors, has promoted Tony Pallas to Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Pallas will lead enterprise technology, engineering, and SkyTouch Technology, Choice Hotels' hotel operations and property management technology platform.