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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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The Langham, Gold Coast hires three key leaders The Langham, Gold Coast has welcomed three experienced personnel to its team, including a new General Manager, Arpad Romandy, and leaders across F&B and HR. Romandy said he looks forward to making an impact in this role. “I

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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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Lodging

JUNE 22, 2023

Hard Rock Hotel New York named David Salcfas general manager. Salcfas joins the property after a career with Marriott International where he made an impact on the company as an Executive Committee member across 16 hotels and five brands.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 12, 2024

Tonetto previously held several senior commercial roles with Starwood Hotels and Resorts and Marriot International across Asia, Australia, and the Pacific region. 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. Regis Macao. “I

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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

OCTOBER 12, 2023

With over 470 team members, 417 rooms, the largest events facilities in the region, not to mention three trains, a brewery, an 18-hole golf course and an equestrian centre under his care, no two days are ever the same for Rydges Resort Hunter Valley General Manager Gareth Long. Tell us a bit about that transition. Big events.

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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

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

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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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

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

JULY 2, 2024

Hunt, who commenced the position of ANZP Area Vice President in 2017, spent many years with Starwood Hotels and Resorts prior to Marriott’s acquisition of the company, which was completed in 2016.

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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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Hotel Management

MARCH 29, 2023

The W brand is all about people and its hotels have a vibrant energy like no other. Stedman’s experience in luxury hotels and resorts across Australia and Asia has seen him in positions such as General Manager of Vinpearl Luxury Nha Trang Resort, Vietnam; and Director of Rooms for The St.

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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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JUNE 1, 2023

La Vie grows team across Asia Pacific Alan Christie La Vie Hotels and Resorts has announced a total of six appointments across the region, from Sydney to South East Asia. Alan Christie has been named Area General Manager, Sri Lanka, taking responsibility for driving strategic performance of the three Radisson properties in the country.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Several promotions at Pro-invest Group Pro-invest Group has made a number of management appointments across its hotels in Sydney and Melbourne. Experienced hotelier Bruce Ryde has been promoted to Cluster General Manager – Pro-invest Hotels, in addition to his position as General Manager of Kimpton Margot Sydney.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

EVT Hotels and Resorts has signed a deal with Invictus Developments to manage The Old Clare Hotel in Chippendale and Harbour Rocks Hotel in Sydney, under a new brand to be launched within the Independent Collection by EVT (ICbE) later this year. Gordon will also serve as General Manager at The Old Clare Hotel.

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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. La Vie announces six appointments Talal Ammari La Vie Hotels and Resorts has kicked off 2024 with six new appointments.

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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 12, 2023

Holiday Inn Geelong General Manager, Daniel Payne, marvels at the 500-kilogram Lego creation Made up of 85,657 pieces of Lego and weighing in at 500 kilograms, the tree took 19 days – a total of 467 hours – to construct. IHG’s Holiday Inn and Suites Geelong is taking its festive decor to new heights with the unveiling of a 4.5-metre

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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

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

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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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Accor is ramping up its franchise arm in the Pacific region, having recently surpassed 10,000 rooms across a diverse portfolio of 120 hotels, apartments, and resorts. Accor’s portfolio of franchise properties includes The Sebel, Novotel, Ibis, Mantra and Peppers brands.

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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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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

JUNE 22, 2023

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong appoints Australian GM Australian national Greg Liddell has been appointed General Manager, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong and Area Vice President, Operations overseeing Mandarin Oriental, Macau and Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo. This allows us to take guests on that journey when they dine with us.”

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 10, 2023

EVT’s Director of Hotels and Resorts Norman Arundel discussed the introduction of budget hospitality brand Lylo and the evolution of Rydges following the opening of a Melbourne flagship. See all the winners here.

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FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Hilton announced three hotel signings under its Hilton Garden Inn brand, adding over 560 rooms to its South East Asia portfolio. White label management was another widely discussed topic, with executives from Trilogy Hotels and La Vie Hotels and Resorts eager to tap into rising demand for white-label solutions in this region.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 17, 2024

Popular IHG leader Leanne Harwood is set to depart Australia in the coming weeks to take up a new opportunity to lead IHG Hotels and Resorts’ Luxury and Lifestyle portfolio in the Americas. She will commence the position on March 1, 2024.

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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 Lyf Ginza Tokyo Baudat said there is no ‘typical’ Lyf guest, with travellers of all ages showing interest in the brand.

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JANUARY 11, 2024

Led by General Manager, Ryan South, who brings over two decades of experience at IHG Hotels and Resorts in Australasia, Indonesia and the Pacific, the hotel employees an experienced and dynamic team of 100. I’m thrilled to be back in Auckland to helm what is set to be an icon in the heart of the city,” said South.

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JUNE 4, 2024

Over 30 sponsors are already onboard for AHICE Aotearoa – headlined by Principal Partners Accor, EVT, IHG Hotels and Resorts and The Ascott Limited – alongside many of New Zealand’s leading hotel operators and suppliers.

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Hotel Designs

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Pioneering a new wave of design-driven hospitality, offering unpretentious service, and infusing a playful yet sophisticated vibe, the resort quickly became a leader in the regions luxury scene. Now, as it begins an exciting new chapter, the resort is weaving its unmistakable spirit into every facet of the guest journey.

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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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