Hotel Management

JUNE 12, 2024

She returned to Australia in late 2022 after a 7-year tenure in Macau, as the General Manager Sales and Marketing for Sheraton Grand Macao and The St. TFE Hotels’ GM appointments TFE Hotels has announced several key Hotel General Manager appointments across their Adina, Vibe and Travelodge network in Australia and New Zealand.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Accor’s French luxury brand Sofitel is set to expand and upgrade its network of hotels in Australia and New Zealand among 30 destinations globally in the coming years as the brand seeks to win favour with guests and owners 60 years on from its launch. “We It’s a powerful luxury brand. We have 51 brands in Accor portfolio.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Exclusive: Janet McNab joins Sydney Sheraton Experienced hospitality leader Janet McNab has taken up the General Manager role at Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park, returning to Australia after more than two decades working in Asia. Janet McNab, Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park “I’ve never lived in Sydney.

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Lodging

APRIL 27, 2023

This week, Choice Hotels International is hosting its 67th Annual Convention at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, Las Vegas, bringing together more than 6,000 hotel owners, general managers, vendors, and Choice associates.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne names new GM The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne has welcomed seasoned hotelier Rachael Harman as the hotel’s new General Manager. Harman brings over 20 years of industry experience to the role, having worked in senior management roles across luxury hotel brands in Malaysia, Singapore, New Zealand and Australia. “We

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2024

Dual-branded Melbourne Airport hotel reveals team The team behind the opening of Novotel and Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport has been revealed. Leading a team of more than 200 staff is General Manager, David Alexander. In Brisbane, James Clark joins as General Manager of Ovolo The Valley.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

“Once again, the entries this year – from chefs to housekeepers, five-star resorts and apartment hotels – have been incredible and it has been terrific to see thousands of staff and properties highlight many achievements in another busy year,” said HM Awards Founder, Chief Judge and Editor-In-Chief, James Wilkinson.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 23, 2025

The hotel is set in an alluring 216-meter-high tower at One Bangkok, the largest holistically integrated district and a world-class business and lifestyle destination in the heart of Bangkok. Three exceptional dining experiences transport guests through distinct culinary worlds, each offering its unique take on flavor and atmosphere.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Rydges General Manager appointed in Brisbane Rydges South Bank Brisbane has welcomed the return of Scott Wright who has taken up the position of General Manager, 12 years after he first joining the hotel. The post Key appointments: Rydges, Club Wyndham and more appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 12, 2023

InterContinental Auckland names General Manager InterContinental Auckland welcomes Ryan South as General Manager ahead of its opening in late 2023. Her most recent stint was General Manager of Hilton Sandton, an appointment she held since 2019.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 31, 2023

Jodi Brown takes the lead as GM of QT Wellington HM Awards 2022 General Manager of the Year Jodi Brown returns to EVT to take up the position of General Manager of QT Wellington and Museum Apartment Hotel. It’s such a vibrant and playful brand.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 1, 2023

Alan Christie has been named Area General Manager, Sri Lanka, taking responsibility for driving strategic performance of the three Radisson properties in the country. Christie brings over two decades of senior asset management experience most recently as Executive Vice President Advisory and Asset Management at JLL Singapore.

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Hotel Management

MAY 18, 2023

Rydges Wellington appoints new GM EVT has announced the appointment of Shannon Craig to the general manager position at Rydges Wellington. Craig, who returns to New Zealand after two decades living and working in Australia and the UK, will also take on the role of Area General Manager for Rydges Rotorua and Arawa Park Hotel Rotorua. “We

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Hotel Management

MARCH 28, 2023

TFE Hotels has appointed South Australian Katie Obst to the General Manager position at Vibe Hotel Adelaide. Obst’s appointment to her first pre-opening General Manager role comes after 10 years at TFE Hotels, the past four of which have been spent at the helm of Adina Apartment Hotel Adelaide Treasury.

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Hotel Management

JULY 20, 2023

Hotel Indigo Melbourne appoints GM Pro-invest Group has appointed Joseph Simmons to the role of General Manager of Hotel Indigo Melbourne on Flinders ahead of its opening next month following an extensive $20million refurbishment. As I assume my leadership role, I am particularly excited about returning to Canberra.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 11, 2024

25hours Sydney names General Manager Australia’s first 25hours hotel, which is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025, has appointed Silvia Kypriotis as its General Manager. Winner of the HM Australian General Manager of the Year award in 2021, Kypriotis is recognised as an empathetic and people-oriented leader.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

“We have always taken franchising seriously and have established, for almost 30 years now, a specialised business unit within Accor dedicated to our franchisee success and growth,” he said. Accor’s portfolio of franchise properties includes The Sebel, Novotel, Ibis, Mantra and Peppers brands.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 3, 2024

Hilton Sydney welcomes new GM Hilton Sydney has appointed Malcolm Zancanaro as the new General Manager of the hotel. He brings leadership experience across luxury brands such as The Fullerton and InterContinental. She offers extensive knowledge of design processes, construction and hotel standards.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Quest’s General Manager of Brand and ESG, Anthea Dimitrakopoulos, said overwhelming demand for accessible accommodation prompted Quest to take action to better serve this community. “In Dimitrakopoulos says Quest’s social impact stems from the individual actions of Quest business owners.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 29, 2024

The deal builds on Choice Hotels’ Melbourne portfolio with the addition of five properties across key business hubs, totalling 271 apartment-style rooms. Choice Hotels International’s Senior Vice President and General Manager of International, Ricardo Losada Revol, said the Asia-Pac business is in a strong position for continued growth.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

Ovolo’s Group Director of Marketing Stephen Howard will relocate to Hong Kong to work alongside Founder and Executive Chairman, Girish Jhunjhnuwala, with a focus on future branding and group initiatives. He will work in collaboration with Howard and alongside new Group Digital Marketing Manager, Kate Tulloch.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 26, 2025

Accor welcomed over 140 franchise partners, hotel general managers, industry leaders, and executives for its 2025 Pacific Franchise Conference this week, to discuss industry performance insights, commercial strategies, investment opportunities and operational excellence.

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DECEMBER 10, 2024

Holiday Inn Sydney Airport has been rebranded to a Crowne Plaza, marking the first airport hotel under the brand in Australia, with a $6 million upgrade currently underway. The 252-room Crowne Plaza Sydney Airport will be designed to deliver a premium experience for business and leisure travellers alike.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

La Vie hires ex Spicers Retreats GM to drive boutique La Vie Hotels and Resorts has appointed experienced boutique hotel manager, Sam Giles, as General Manager at 202 Elizabeth. McGufficke, who also assumes the position of Area General Manager Hunter Region, described the role as a “dream job”. “I

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Lodging

MARCH 27, 2023

Like many in the hospitality business, CoralTree Hospitality Group President Tom Luersen grew up in the industry. In his case, that formative experience was a job at the Galt House, a Louisville, Kentucky hotel where his father served as general manager.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 3, 2024

Chris Kemlo joins The Calile as GM TFE Hotels has appointed experienced hotelier, Chris Kemlo, as General Manager of The Calile Hotel in Brisbane. I have been lucky enough to work with some amazing luxury brands and hotel openings however, when this opportunity came up, I had to jump at the chance,” said Kemlo.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Holiday Inn Sydney Airport recently rebranded to a Crowne Plaza under Trilogy management Tony Ryan: I was working in London prior to Covid selling branded management companies and was then approached by some third-party management companies looking to expand into Europe and the UK.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In their respective new roles, Chambers will work with the team to build and drive cross-functional strategies to better serve hotel general managers, their teams and hotel owners, and Rosa will spearhead the operational performance of a portfolio of full-service and select-brand hotels while fostering relationships with owners.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 13, 2023

It has quickly garnered a reputation for delivering uniquely Adelaide stays through its brand ethos to celebrate the city, its central location, beautifully appointed accommodation, and exceptional service. It is South Australia’s first TRYP hotel, and Australia’s only TRYP by Wyndham branded property.

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Hotelier Magazine

MARCH 27, 2025

Additionally, the brand identities for both Comfort and Country Inn & Suites have been sharpened to create even more distinction with the marketplace for travellers. These insights have been crucial in shaping our next steps for our upper midscale brands so they can remain the ones customer favour and return to for many years to come.

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DECEMBER 12, 2024

In stark findings from Great Britain’s largest group of independently run hotels, BWH Hotels, that represent over 200 hotels including Best Western branded properties, more than a third (36 per cent) of hoteliers expect their costs to rise by more than 100,000.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

His extensive experience includes a remarkable tenure as the opening General Manager of Four Seasons Hotel Taormina in Sicily, a position he held for four years and which the property, under his leadership, quickly garnered worldwide attention for its partnership with HBO as the backdrop of The White Lotus Season 2.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 23, 2024

Speaking exclusively to HM , The Ascott Limited’s Country General Manager for Japan, Christian Baudat, said the property celebrates a lesser-known side of Ginza – its art and culture. “I Formerly a capsule business hotel, the property has been completely transformed to meet the needs of the Lyf traveller.

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Hotel Management

MAY 7, 2024

Look no further than the APAC Revenue Management Summit, the premier business growth event for hospitality and tourism professionals. Returning for its ninth year to the vibrant city of Melbourne, the highly anticipated ARMA Summit is designed to equip you with innovative strategies and insights to drive your business forward.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The Eve Hotel Sydney names General Manager The Eve Hotel Sydney has welcomed Ben Mellor as General Manager, ahead of its opening this summer. TFE Hotels’ Regional General Manager for NSW/ACT, Emma Soutter, said the group is confident that Mellor will have a powerful impact at the hotel. “We

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Hotel Management

MARCH 11, 2025

Whether youre a business traveler needing deep, uninterrupted rest before a big meeting or a leisure guest indulging in a weekend getaway, these beds are designed to leave you feeling refreshed and ready for the day.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

“We are excited to grow our global portfolio and introduce the Aloft Hotels brand to Singapore,” said Aloft Hotels. Vice President and Global Brand Leader, Matthew Boettcher. The post Marriott debuts Aloft in Singapore with largest hotel from the brand yet appeared first on Hotel Management.

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