The Boutique Search Firm
Heads Above the Rest - September 2026

The Newsletter of The Boutique Search Firm, a worldwide retained recruiting firm specializing in hospitality management.

Market update​​​

• Private industry added 162K employees in the prior month as the economy continues to grow
  • Food services added 59K employees while by hotels adding 9K employees
• The Boutique Search Firm earned recognition from Business Insider as one of the best recruiting firms in the nation
  • America's Top Recruiting Firms - Business Insider
• The Boutique Search Firm earned recognition on Forbes’ 2026 list of Best Executive Search Firms, highlighting its excellence in talent acquisition and client service.​
  • Forbes 2026 America's Best Executive Recruiting Firms List

 
Recent Appointments
 
­­North America​​

• Jon Gersonde has been appointed as Managing Director at Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort. He has built a reputation for operational excellence, cultivating high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. 
• Stephanie Odaka has been appointed as Leisure Sales Director at Ojai Valley Inn. She will oversee the resort's transient leisure sales strategy, cultivating relationships with leading luxury travel advisors, consortia partners, and key leisure accounts. 
• Anna Hill has been appointed as General Manager at W Punta De Mita. She brings a strong international background built across some of the world's most prestigious brands, including EDITION and The Ritz-Carlton. 
• Bo Counts has been promoted to Executive Chef at Swissotel Chicago. He oversees back-of-house culinary execution, menu innovation and kitchen staff management at its signature lounge, Amuse. 
• Brian Johnson named Area Managing Director at Loews Hotels & Co. He will oversee operations at Live! by Loews – Arlington and Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center while leading the pre-opening of Americana by Loews Hotels, the brand's newest property in Arlington. 
• Jennifer Boisclair has been appointed as Director of Spa & Retail at Tradewinds Beach Resort. She oversees the resort’s spa and retail operations, including the development and opening of the new Serenity Sands Spa. 
• Daniel Simon has been appointed as Managing Director at Rosewood Calistoga and Rosewood Residences Calistoga. He will lead the opening of Rosewood’s highly anticipated Napa Valley estate.   
• Mark Spadoni has been appointed as Managing Director at Barnsley Resort. He brings extensive leadership expertise and a deep understanding of operating complex destination resorts to his role. 
• Bobby Copeland named Regional Vice President of Operations at Azul Hospitality Group. He has successfully led hotel openings, repositioning initiatives, and operational improvements enhancing guest satisfaction, associate engagement, and overall asset performance. 
• Jennifer Boyce-Heller has been appointed as Senior Vice President of Accounting at Azul Hospitality Group. She will oversee Azul's accounting organization, bringing extensive experience in hospitality finance, owner reporting, treasury, and shared-services accounting. 
• Vlad Anokhin has been appointed as Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer at Marriott Vacations Worldwide Corp. He leads transformation initiatives, data analytics, enhanced adoption of artificial intelligence capabilities, and product development. 
• Bill McKinney has been appointed as Corporate Director of Food and Beverage at Pyramid Global Hospitality. He led food and beverage operations for more than 45 hotels across the U.S. and Caribbean within IHG's Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. 
• Thomas Pavlik has been promoted to Vice Presidents of Operations at Pyramid Global Hospitality. He has more than two decades of hospitality leadership experience, will leverage his deep expertise in independent hotel operations, owner relations and asset performance. 
• Chad Heilesen has been promoted to Vice Presidents of Operations at Pyramid Global Hospitality. He will continue to leverage data-driven insights to enhance financial performance, improve operational efficiencies and support long-term asset success. 
• Jenny Zhang has been appointed as Corporate Vice President, Luxury Operations at Pyramid Global Hospitality. She serves as a strategic advisor across the company's operating divisions, partnering with luxury properties to elevate operational performance. 
• Chris Dunne has been appointed as Chief Financial Officer at Pyramid Global Hospitality. He   works closely with Pyramid’s leadership team, owners, and investment partners to support strategic growth, strengthen financial performance and drive sustainable value creation.  
• Sergio Howland has been appointed as Executive Chef at Montage Healdsburg. He brings a global perspective, deep knowledge of wine, and a philosophy shaped by Sonoma’s seasonal abundance and viticultural heritage to the ultra-luxury resort. 
• Erica Lipscomb joins PM Hotel Group as EVP, Commercial Strategy. She will oversee the company’s commercial strategy, leading sales, revenue management, marketing and distribution across the company’s portfolio of branded and independent hotels. 
• Kenichi Saito has been appointed as Head Mixologist at Henderson Beach Resort. He will play a key role in evolving the resort’s beverage offerings by crafting cocktails that blend classic inspiration with modern techniques. 
• Matthew Bejarano has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Hyatt House Tampa Downtown. He has built a reputation for developing high-performing teams, improving operational efficiency, and executing elevated guest experiences. 
• Mehmet Izin has been appointed as Hotel Manager at InterContinental Boston by IHG. He will support daily hotel operations, foster team development, and continue delivering exceptional guest experiences that reflect InterContinental Boston's commitment to luxury hospitality. 
• Christopher Shimkus named as Executive Assistant Manager – Director of Food & Beverage at InterContinental Boston by IHG. He brings more than 30 years of hospitality experience and extensive expertise in food & beverage, convention, and resort operations. 
• Fai Choi has been appointed as Research and Development Chef - UK at Hakkasan Group. He will lead the next phase of culinary development across Hakkasan and Yauatcha, working closely with CEO Yavuz Pehlivanlar, who was appointed in October 2025. 
• Francecil Ponte has been appointed as Executive Chef at Le Méridien Arlington. She will oversee all culinary operations at Le Méridien Arlington, 156-room hotel nestled in the bustling Rosslyn district, including banquets, private events and in-room dining. 
• Cynthia Kimm joins OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa as Group Sales Manager. She will focus on developing new group business, cultivating relationships with meeting planners and corporate clients, and driving sales strategies across key mainland U.S. markets. 
• Nicole Tracy has been appointed as Group Sales Manager at OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa. She will focus on developing new group business, cultivating relationships with meeting planners and corporate clients, and driving sales strategies across key mainland U.S. markets. 
• Mike Chouri has been appointed as Managing Director at The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando. He will oversee all aspects of resort operations, champion exceptional guest experiences and drive financial performance. 
• Yolanda Delgado has been appointed as Assistant Food and Beverage Director at The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando. She will lead all culinary and beverage operations across the resort, including Valencia Restaurant, Longboard Bar & Grill and The Springs Bar & Grill. 
• Sandra Estornell has been appointed as Managing Director at The Little Nell. She brings more than two decades of experience spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Latin America. 
• Ricardo Dotti has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, Autograph Collection. He has held leadership positions with leading international hospitality and cruise brands, including Viking Cruises, Silversea Cruises, and Oceania Cruises. 
• Heather Lisagor has been appointed as Vice President, Innovation and Product Excellence at Aven Hospitality. She will accelerate product delivery that drives customer value, enhances hotel intelligence, and unlocks new retailing opportunities. 
• Zak Gregoire has been appointed as Executive Chef at Hotel Jerome, Auberge Collection. He will oversee the property's celebrated food and beverage program, building on Hotel Jerome's legacy of exceptional dining with a philosophy centered on seasonality and regional traditions. 
• Noah Gumustekin has been appointed as Executive Chef at Ocean Edge Resort & Golf Club. He leads the culinary vision and day-to-day execution across the resort’s restaurants, weddings, meetings, group events, and seasonal dining experiences. 
• Jan V. Hajek has been appointed as Senior Vice President at CHMWarnick. He brings more than 18 years of experience in hospitality investment, asset management, and operations. 
• Shannon Schwier has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. She brings diverse management experience to lead the brand’s award-winning Santa Fe property. 
• Siim Karu has been appointed as Chief Commercial Officer, Europe at Highgate Hotels, L.P. He will be responsible for leading the European commercial strategy across revenue management, sales, distribution, marketing, technology, and performance optimization. 
• Bruce Johnson named General Manager at The Abbey Resort & Avani Spa. He oversees all resort operations, including guest services, food and beverage, sales and marketing, housekeeping, engineering and team development. 
• Antonio Ortiz Bell named Corporate Director of Marketing and Sales at The Villa Group. He will focus on driving sales growth, strengthening direct revenue channels and further positioning The Villa Group Beach Resorts & Spas across international markets. 
• Chad-Jan Neuman has been appointed as Executive Chef at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas. He will oversee the resort’s culinary program, including its restaurants, banquets, and special dining experiences, while continuing to elevate its food and beverage offerings. 
• Peter Kane has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Hilton Anaheim. He will focus on strengthening its commercial strategy and positioning the newly renovated hotel as a premier meetings and events destination on the West Coast. 
• Ryan Alsup joins Hilton Anaheim as Director of Marketing. He will lead marketing, communications, and e-commerce efforts as the newly renovated property continues to build momentum. 
• Natalie Carrillo has been appointed as Director of Catering & Events at Hilton Irvine. She has more than 13 years of experience, including a decade within the Hilton portfolio, Carrillo returns to Orange County to lead Hilton Irvine's catering and events operations. 
• James Thomas has been appointed as General Manager at YOTEL Washington DC. He will oversee day-to-day operations, drive continued performance, and lead the team in delivering the seamless, modern, and memorable stays that define the YOTEL experience. 
• Diego Padula has been appointed as General Manager at The Cape, A Thompson Hotel, by Hyatt. He brings deep expertise in hotel openings, transformations, and driving high-performing operations. 
• Joel Tate named as Director of Project Management at The Pinnacle, Jamaica. He brings more than 25 years of experience in real estate development and construction across the hospitality, commercial and mixed-use sectors. 
• David Nick Di Lucia has been appointed as Chief Growth Officer at RealTime Reservation LLC. He will lead RTR's growth initiatives and strategic partnerships, driving client engagement and expansion across hospitality and technology verticals. 
• David Valencia has been appointed as General Manager at Kimpton Hotel Monaco Salt Lake City. He has more than two decades of industry leadership—including 15 years cultivating IHG’s Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio. 
• Erick Ramirez has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort Los Cabos. He will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for Solaz, leading the development and execution of strategies to drive revenue, occupancy and market positioning. 
• Pete Sams has been named President at Hospitality Ventures Management Group (HVMG). He has held multiple leadership roles within the KSL portfolio, including serving for more than six years as chief operating officer of Peregrine Hospitality and Davidson Hospitality Group. 
• Rachel Rathgeb named Executive Pastry Chef at Brush Creek Ranch. She oversees the unparalleled dessert and pastry program at Brush Creek Ranch’s three lodging properties – The Lodge & Spa, Magee Homestead and French Creek – as well as The Farm at Brush Creek. 
• Jonathan “Jon” Waits has been appointed as Director of Sales at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Pflugerville and Hawthorn Extended Stay by Wyndham Pflugerville. He leads sales strategy and business development for the two hotels located in the greater Austin market. 
• Sally Mignone has been appointed as Complex Director of Marketing at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. She will lead marketing strategies that support the resort's revenue growth, brand positioning, and digital presence. 
• Abigail Gravgaard has been appointed as Complex Director of Sales and Marketing at The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa. She will oversee sales and marketing surrounding the resort's upcoming transformation. 
• Jack Meakin named Vice President of Business Development at First Hospitality. He will focus on accelerating First Hospitality's portfolio growth by forging new owner relationships and identifying strategic opportunities that strengthen the company's presence nationwide. 
• Cory Santana has been appointed as General Manager at The Botany. He will oversee all aspects of the guest experience, drawing on more than 25 years of leadership experience across the Caribbean. 
• Melissa Pope has been appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at The Botany. She brings more than two decades of experience spanning high-end brands, destination marketing and strategic partnerships. 
• Kevin Shields has been appointed as General Manager at The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, Vail. He oversees all aspects of resort operations, including guest services, food and beverage, sales and marketing, revenue strategy and associate engagement. 
• Douglas Farnsworth joins The Hythe, a Luxury Collection Resort, Vail as Executive Chef. He will oversee the resort's four dining concepts and banquet operations: Revel Lounge, Margie's Haas, Mountain Ration and 10th Mountain. 
• Guido Fredrich has been appointed as Vice President, Development Luxury and Lifestyle, EAME at Hyatt Hotels Corporation. He will lead the growth of Hyatt’s Luxury and Lifestyle portfolios across the region. 
• Gary Mills has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Acquisitions at NewcrestImage, LLC. He has held numerous executive leadership roles, notably as Regional Vice President, Franchise Sales Development for the Cambria Hotel brand at Choice Hotels. 
• Pierre Kermanac'h has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta. He will oversee all hotel operations, working closely with the leadership team to continue delivering the exceptional service and hospitality that have long defined Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta. 
• Mathew Dalby joins Gensler as Design Director of Hospitality. He has developed the brand standards and technical guidelines for the award-winning hotel group Ovolo Group from the ground up. 
• Riley Nail has been promoted to Vice President, Creative & Brand Experience at Makeready. He will oversee the creative vision and brand strategy across Makeready's collection of hotels, restaurants, and lifestyle brands.  
• Mary Doyle has been promoted to Senior Director, Marketing & Communications at Makeready. She will partner closely with field and on-property teams to sharpen brand presence, drive revenue, and root each property more deeply in its local community. 
• Travis Breen has been appointed as Director of Sales, Marketing & Events at The Driskill - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt. He will oversee The Driskill’s sales, marketing, and events strategy, focusing on expanding market reach and strengthening key partnerships. 
• Martin Aguilar has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at W Hoboken. He oversees all aspects of the property’s sales and marketing functions, elevating W Hoboken’s brand awareness through memorable, accessible, and culturally immersive programming. 
• Jaimie Weiss​ has been appointed as Vice President Of Growth & Digital at Viceroy. She will oversee AI innovation and adoption, performance marketing, user experience, and customer relationship management. 
• Amy Birnbaum has been promoted to Regional Director of Sales & Marketing at Moxy Times Square. She oversees sales and marketing for Moxy Times Square, Moxy East Village, Moxy Chelsea, Moxy Lower East Side, Moxy Williamsburg, and Moxy South Beach. 
• Erick Ramirez has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort Los Cabos. He will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for Solaz, leading the development and execution of strategies to drive revenue, occupancy and market positioning. 
• Ian Crines has been named General Manager at Field & Stream Lodge Bozeman. He will oversee day-to-day operations at the lodge, working with local partners to connect guests with outdoor experiences, while leading a team focused on service, comfort, and a genuine sense of place. 
• Matt Noland has joined Noble Investment Group as Director, Capital Markets. He will focus on strategic asset realizations and debt origination and management across Noble's portfolio. 
• Ashley Hardes has been appointed as Director of Rooms at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. He brings dedication to service excellence and creating meaningful connections, helping guests and residents celebrate life's most important moments. 
• Bob Wong has been appointed as Commercial Director at Four Seasons Hotel Toronto. He brings more than 16 years of hospitality leadership experience spanning eight urban and resort properties across Canada from Vancouver to Toronto. 
• Melanie Colton has been appointed as Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO) at Convene Hospitality Group. She will steer the technology platform, operational systems, and data-driven capabilities across the company's growing global portfolio. 
• Sean Clancy has been appointed as General Manager at Hilton San Diego Bayfront. He will oversee all aspects of hotel operations, guest experience, team member engagement and commercial performance at one of San Diego’s premier convention and leisure destinations. 
• Mark Eberwein named General Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles, JW Marriott and The Ritz-Carlton Residences Los Angeles L.A. LIVE. He brings more than twenty years of experience driving strategic innovation, operational excellence, and elevated guest engagement.   
• Ron Vlasic has been appointed as Vice President of Lodging at Kohler Co. He will focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences, strengthening operational excellence, and supporting the continued evolution and long-term stewardship of Kohler’s distinguished lodging portfolio. 
• Guido Fredrich has been appointed as Vice President Development Luxury and Lifestyle for EAME at Hyatt Hotels Corporation. He will oversee development for brands including Park Hyatt, Alila, Andaz, Thompson and The Standard as Hyatt continues to expand across EAME. 
• Shannon Schwier named General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. She brings a diversity of management experience at the helm of the brand’s Santa Fe property, recently ranked the #1 Best Resort in New Mexico by U.S. News & World Report. 
• Marley Brown has been appointed as Director of Food & Beverage at Kimpton Claret Hotel. She oversees all culinary operations at the property, including its flagship, Italian-inspired restaurant, Saverina, and the lively Halo Rooftop Bar, the highest open-air bar in Denver. 
• Kristi Kastrounis has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Digital Marketing at Crescent Hotels & Resorts. She oversees digital marketing, eCommerce, brand positioning, and commercial marketing initiatives to drive performance for Crescent's owners and hotels. 
• Frank Radosti has been appointed as corporate executive chef at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. He brings extensive culinary leadership experience spanning resort restaurants, convention centers, large-scale catering and special events. 
• Dominic Dragisich has been appointed as President & Chief Executive Officer at Choice Hotels International, Inc. He has played a pivotal role in the Company's growth, helping lead major acquisitions and advancing key strategic initiatives that have expanded the Company's portfolio.

Europe​

• Ryan Murphy has been appointed as Executive Chef at Trump Turnberry. He will oversee all culinary and Food & Beverage operations across the resort, including restaurants, golf clubhouse, banquets, and in-room dining. 
• Stuart Hookins has been appointed as Estates Director for the UK & Ireland at Whitbread PLC. He brings more than 25 years of experience in senior property leadership and corporate finance roles. 
• Kate Brown named Vice President of Sales at onefinestay. She will lead the development and execution of onefinestay’s global sales strategy, driving growth, expanding market presence, and strengthening industry partnerships across the luxury travel landscape.  
• Janitha Madawala has been appointed as Deputy General Manager – East Africa Operations at RIU Hotels & Resorts. He plays a pivotal leadership role, partnering with General Managers and senior regional stakeholders to provide strategic oversight of resort operations. 
• John Sutherland has been appointed as General Manager at Nomad London. He led the hotel’s commercial strategy from launch, helping establish the property as one of the capital’s leading luxury hotels. 
• Claire McGinnis has been appointed as General Manager at The Alan Manchester. She will lead all aspects of the hotel's operations, guest experience and commercial performance, with a focus on providing the team with the support they need to grow and develop. 
• Elizabeth Morris has been appointed as Sales Manager at The Alan Manchester. She will focus on strengthening relationships across the city, raising awareness of the hotel's unique offering, and driving new business opportunities across a wide range of sectors. 
• Ranjitkumar Sukumaran has been appointed as Executive Head Chef at Hyde & Seek, London Hyde Park, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. He will create a distinctive culinary identity inspired by Hyde Park and the diverse culture of Bayswater and Lancaster Gate. 
• Bertrand Noeureuil has been appointed as Chef of L'Orangerie at Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris. He will be tasked with breathing new culinary identity into the Bar, La Galerie, and the hotel's Room Service. 
• José Silva joins Maybourne Hotel Group as Chairman. He will lead Maybourne’s next phase of global growth while preserving the exceptional standards of service, design and guest experience that define its hotels. 
• Ray Reidy has been named Interim Chief Executive Officer at Travelodge (UK). He has decades of experience in CFO and senior leadership roles and brings a strong track record of delivery. 
• Christian Wildhaber has been appointed as General Manager at Mandarin Oriental, Geneva. He brings to the Geneva property extensive international expertise and a deep understanding of the expectations of a cosmopolitan and multicultural clientele. 
• Davide Caschili has been appointed as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Safestay Hostels. He focuses on maintaining high standards across Safestay’s international portfolio while improving property performance and guest experience. 
• Gary Wallace has joined BWH Hotels GB as Chief Financial Officer. He brings experience across PLCs, private equity-backed and privately owned businesses. 
• Akshada Kodag has joined BWH Hotels GB as National Sales Manager, Premium & Extended Stay. She will lead sales strategy across BWH’s Premium and Extended Stay portfolio, with a focus on premium and corporate travel as well as extended stay. 
• Achim Schmitt has been named CEO at EHL Hospitality Business School. He will work closely with the leadership team and the Board to prepare the next strategic cycle and ensure a seamless transition.

Asia

• Ming Choo Ling has been appointed as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Marriott International, Inc. She will serve as a key member of Marriott's APEC and Global Human Resources leadership teams, leading the company's people-first strategy across the region.
• Jean-Baptiste Ruiz has been appointed as Asset Manager at Global Asset Solutions. He brings expertise in hotel repositioning, rebranding, management agreement negotiations, and operational implementation.
• Anil Kumar A has been appointed as Associate Director of Engineering at Radisson Blu Hotel, Bengaluru Outer Ring Road. He will oversee the hotel's engineering and facilities operations, ensuring asset reliability, preventive maintenance, and operational efficiency.
• Stephen George has been promoted to Director of Operations at Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel. He will oversee hotel operations, optimize business performance, and drive operational excellence across all departments.
• Lotachukwu Monyei named as Director of PR & Marketing at Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Abu Dhabi. She will lead the hotel's public relations, branding, and marketing strategy across all channels to strengthen brand visibility and drive revenue growth for the 400-room property.
• Liam Nealon has been appointed as Director of Culinary at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi. Known for his deep respect for ingredients and focus on natural flavours, Liam aims to create more dynamic, engaging guest experiences.
• Kevin Danet has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi. He oversees the hotel’s eight F&B outlets, including the signature modern French fine dining restaurant Le Beaulieu.
• Joris Quintelier named Resort Manager at Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai, Hoi An. He oversees every element of the guest experience, including the dining portfolio, wellness program, newly renovated villas, and landscaped gardens.
• Geena George has been appointed as Associate Director of People & Culture at Grand Mercure Bangalore. She brings expertise across talent acquisition, learning and development, organizational development, employee engagement and performance management.
• Vivek Gomes Pereira has been appointed as General Manager at JW Marriott Ranthambore Resort & Spa. She brings over two decades of experience in luxury hospitality, drawing from a career that spans two of India's most respected hospitality groups.
• Puspa Anggareni has been appointed as General Manager at NIHI Rote & Hospitality Academy. She will oversee all resort operations, drawing on her extensive operational expertise to elevate the guest experience.
• Alfio Bernardini named General Manager at Pullman Dubai Downtown. He will oversee the overall operations and strategic direction of Pullman Dubai Downtown, with a focus on commercial performance, operational excellence and delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Marisa Ng has been appointed as Associate Commercial Director at Four Seasons Hotel Singapore. She will oversee the hotel's commercial strategy across Sales, Revenue Management, Catering, Reservations and Public Relations & Marketing.
• Emy Maming named Director of Sales and Marketing at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta. She will oversee the hotel's integrated commercial division, covering Sales, Marketing and Communications, with a focus on optimising pricing strategies and driving RevPAR Index growth.
• Martin Schaumburg has been appointed as Director of Food and Beverage at Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta. He oversees F&B operations, bars, lounges, and extensive banquet facilities, while introducing innovative concepts and maintaining world-class service standards.
• Rob Kucera has been named Regional Vice President for East & South Africa at Aleph Hospitality. He will oversee the operation of 25+ hotels, six brands in 20 destinations across nine countries in East and South Africa.
• Harshad Makasare has been appointed as Director of Sales at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu. He will focus on expanding market share and reinforcing JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu's position as one of Mumbai's premier luxury hospitality destinations.
• Alexandre Renoue has been appointed as Beverage Manager of Bar Trigona at Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur. He leads the next chapter of Bar Trigona, building on its long-standing commitment to Malaysian ingredients, thoughtful craftsmanship and warm hospitality. 
• Henna Punjabi has been appointed as Director of Marketing and Communications at Raffles Udaipur. She will lead the hotel’s marketing strategy, brand positioning, communications, digital initiatives, and strategic partnerships. 
•  Mohammad Sadiq named Quality Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. He will oversee the hotel's quality management systems, internal audits, and compliance programs while working closely with cross-functional teams to further strengthen quality standards.  
• Divyansh Khanna has been appointed as Front Office Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. He oversees guest arrivals and departures, concierge services, daily operations, and team development. 
• Surender Singh has been appointed as Food & Beverage Manager at Welcomhotel By ITC Hotels, The Savoy, Mussoorie. He will oversee the property's food and beverage operations, including restaurant, bar, banqueting and in-room dining services. 
• Andrew Shaw has been appointed as Chief Development Officer at Centara Hotels & Resorts. He will lead the company’s global development agenda, identifying high-potential opportunities across established and emerging markets.   
• Sameer Bhargava named Director of Food & Beverage at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu. He will focus on evolving its culinary offering, creating relevant experiences for guests and diners, and developing the teams.   
• Tobias Emmer has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Malaysia. He will oversee the overall operations of Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, focusing on authentic Malaysian guest experiences and exceptional service. 
• Anuj Chaudhry has been appointed as General Manager at DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Airport. He will focus on driving business performance, strengthening guest experiences, building a strong service culture and developing a high-performing team. 
• Amrita Kaul Rawat has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at JW Marriott Mussoorie Walnut Grove Resort & Spa. He will focus on talent development, leadership capability, diversity and inclusion. 
• Anders Dimblad has been appointed as General Manager at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur. He will lead the teams across both properties to drive continued business performance, expand luxury offerings, and uphold the core values and elevated service standards of Banyan Group. 
• Kenny Toy joins Rosewood Hotel Group as Senior Vice President, Commercial, Global. He will lead the Group’s global commercial strategy across sales, marketing, distribution, revenue management, partnerships, and e-commerce. 
• Ehab Barghouth has joined AMSA VUE Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, a Member of Radisson Individuals as General Manager. He will oversee the pre-opening process and lead the property’s operations, guest experience and commercial performance. 
• Mohamad Iskandarani has joined AMSA VUE Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, a Member of Radisson Individuals as Director of Sales. He is responsible for market awareness and the commercial strategy across the property’s facilities and services. 
• Hani Al Mowallad has been appointed as Director of Human Resources at AMSA VUE Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, a Member of Radisson Individuals. His responsibilities will include talent development, employee engagement and the implementation of workplace policies. 
• Mian Azam has been appointed as Director of Engineering at AMSA VUE Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, a Member of Radisson Individuals. He will be responsible for engineering operations, preventive maintenance programmes, technical systems, safety standards and energy efficiency. 
• Ivan Giles has been appointed as General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai. He has more than 20 years of international hospitality experience across the Americas and Asia. 
• Hélder Martins has been promoted to Vice President of Operations for Europe at United Hospitality Management (UHM). He has more than 26 years of international experience in leadership roles across luxury and lifestyle hotels and resorts. 
• Stefano Capaccetti has been appointed as General Manager at Rixos Phu Quoc Island. He brings 15 years of experience with Rixos Hotels, with a career spanning hotel openings, resort operations and leadership roles across international markets. 
• Nixon Low has been appointed as Executive Chef at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore. He oversees its operations and development with a focus on elevating the guest dining experience through strategic culinary initiatives centered on craftsmanship, innovation, and operational excellence.

­­Caribbean​

• Maria Lamarche has been appointed as General Manager at Cayo Levantado Resort. She brings extensive operational expertise and a proven track record of leading high-performance
• Olgay Kiraz has been appointed as General Manager at TheLifeCo St. Lucia Wellbeing Center. He will lead multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized wellness experiences rooted in the brand’s integrative approach to health and longevity.
• Randall Wilkie has been appointed as General Manager at The Strand Turks & Caicos. He has more than 40 years of experience leading, advising and transforming world-class hotels and resorts across the Caribbean and United Kingdom. 

Middle East / Africa​

• Wesley Hartmann has been appointed as Wildlife & Conservation Ambassador at Zambia Luxury Lodge Collection. He will work across the collection to strengthen the relationship between conservation and luxury travel.

Australia​

• Miguel Sánchez has been appointed as Market Vice President for EMEA at SiteMinder. He will lead SiteMinder’s go-to-market strategy and commercial operations across EMEA from the company’s main European office, in Barcelona.
• Scott Alderson named Director of Commercial at Pan Pacific Perth. He will drive the hotel's commercial strategy across sales, revenue and business development, supporting Pan Pacific Perth's continued growth and reinforcing its position as one of Australia's leading luxury hotels.
• Morgan Meredith has been appointed as General Manager at The Imperial Gold Coast. He will lead the iconic Gold Coast property through a significant evolution, working closely with Hilton, the hotel’s owners and its team members to deliver the brand’s highly bespoke service.
• Ray Jingshu Zhang has been appointed as Director of Operations at Rosewood Cape Kidnappers. He will oversee the day-to-day operations of Rosewood Cape Kidnappers, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and operational excellence.  
• Adrien Harel has been named General Manager at Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora. He will oversee the overall operations of Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and high service standards.