Lodging

MAY 14, 2024

DALLAS, Texas—Omni Hotels & Resorts announced the appointment of Michael Innocentin as its chief marketing officer. Innocentin will oversee the planning, development, and execution of all brand marketing initiatives, including advertising, public relations, social media, the website, and digital campaigns.

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Lodging

JANUARY 29, 2025

As the company looks to scale and grow in the luxury and lifestyle segment, Deitemeyer will lead strategic affiliates beginning with its newest acquisition, ZaZa Hotels and Resorts. With a background spanning operations, brand leadership, hospitality development, and investing, Deitemeyer brings experience in placemaking to Rockbridge.

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Hotel Management

MARCH 16, 2023

2022 was a whirlwind year for La Vie Hotels and Resorts with Managing Director, Craig Bond, saying it was when La Vie “really came into its own”. 2022 was a year of extraordinary growth across Australia and South and South-East Asia for La Vie Hotels and Resorts.

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Hotel Business

JULY 26, 2023

Driven in large part by a hiring surge in the leisure and hospitality sector during the past 12 months, new and returning hospitality workers are providing a generally positive hotel stay experience. Hotel hiring continues to increase, and leisure and hospitality is the ‘rock star’ among industries reported in monthly U.S.

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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. Grant Alchin: I think it’s about alignment.

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Catala Consulting

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

From boutique hotels to large resort chains, businesses are up against shifting market demands, changing guest expectations, and technological advancements. Improved Marketing and Brand Presence Marketing is a vital aspect of hospitality, but it’s also a fast-changing field.

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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. The opportunity to join the exceptional team at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley and oversee the region is a dream job.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 3, 2024

The company has appointed Kevin Osterhaus as president, global lifestyle brands to steward the growth, design and development of the Canopy by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton, Graduate by Hilton, Motto by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Tempo by Hilton brands. and the U.S. “We

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Lodging

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Kessler hired John Luckett as president of hospitality operations. Formerly Kessler’s chief operating officer, Luckett is returning to the brand and expanding on his 15-year tenure with the company. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group announced the appointment of Tiffany Cooper as head of development, Americas.

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Hotel Business

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Odyssey Resorts , an owner and manager of Minnesota resort properties, has promoted Howard Anderson to COO. In this role, Anderson leads several of the organization’s key functions including sales and marketing, group sales and resort operations. He served as VP, operations at ZMC Hotels before joining Odyssey Resorts.

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MediaBoom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

What makes some hospitality brands unforgettable while others fade into the background? Hospitality branding is the process of creating a distinctive identity for hospitality brands to foster guest loyalty and enhance experiences. It’s about more than just a logo—your brand represents the promise of an exceptional experience.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Bazin highlighted the significant transformation the company has undergone over the past eight years, growing from 14 brands to 47. ” The CEO added that the company’s diverse brand portfolio, strong market share and vast global network of owners and partners have positioned Accor well for continued success.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 17, 2023

CoralTree Hospitality has made new hires and promotions including a new global sales director, spa and wellness director as well as home office operations and commercial services promotions. We’re excited to announce several promotions and new hires that help us forward our efforts to grow the company in 2023.

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Hotel Business

JANUARY 15, 2025

Rosen Hotels & Resorts has promoted key executives, including Josh Rosen , who was elevated to EVP, operations. Jack Rosen and Shayna Rosen are now VPs on the Rosen Hotels & Resorts board of directors. Jack Rosen and Shayna Rosen are now VPs on the Rosen Hotels & Resorts board of directors.

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MediaBoom

AUGUST 6, 2024

A strong hotel brand is the cornerstone of enduring success. In fact, a strong brand can increase revenue by up to 23%. Investing in hotel branding is a strategic decision that can yield substantial returns. A strong hotel brand builds trust, loyalty, and a lasting impression, ultimately driving revenue and market share.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 22, 2024

Ten years on from the establishment of La Vie Hotels and Resorts in Singapore, the independent hotel management company is going from strength to strength. Jerry Xu, La Vie Hotels and Resorts “We went to other management companies to learn what they do and how they do it,” La Vie Hotels and Resorts CEO, Jerry Xu, told HM. “We

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Horizon Hospitality

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Read on for some top tips to capture the attention of hiring managers and secure your next role. Highlighting experience in luxury hotel management, high-end guest services, or fast-paced environments like resorts can show your ability to handle pressure and deliver results. However, with this variety comes significant competition.

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Lodging

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Wilson will oversee operations and team culture, branding and strategy, and community engagement. Cameron House appointed Michael Lavizani as resort director. MacArthur Place Hotel & Spa announced the appointment of Justin Wilson as its new general manager.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

During his tenure with VMS, he handled acquisitions, management and disposition of more than 40 hotels (including everything from mid-market assets to five-star resorts). Prior to joining Griffin, Kirkland held above-property sales and operations leadership roles working with both Marriott International and Hilton branded properties.

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Hotel Management

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Gurner Group hires former Crown Hotels CEO Gurner Group has appointed former Crown Sydney and Crown Hotels Chief Executive Officer, Peter Crinis, as Group Chief Operating Officer of Hospitality the latest of five major hires within the group from a stable of ex-Crown Resorts employees.

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Lodging

APRIL 9, 2024

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey—Wyndham Hotels & Resorts appointed Scott Strickland as chief commercial officer (CCO) reporting to the company’s President and CEO Geoff Ballotti.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Zhou brings a wealth of experience from key finance positions at Marriott International, Fairmont Hotels and Resorts and Rosewood Hotels and Resorts, where she recently served as Vice President of Finance. Hotel X adds new team members to executive team Brisbane’s Hotel X has bolstered its executive team with two new hires.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Rentyl Resorts has named Michael Trampas EVP, business development and marketing. “I I encourage single-family home and resort-hotel developers, as well as strategic lifestyle brands interested in enhancing their presence in the hospitality experience, to connect with me,” Trampas said.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 25, 2024

SH Hotels & Resorts , the hotel brand management company that operates 1 Hotels & Homes, Baccarat Hotels & Residences and Treehouse Hotels, has promoted Abhay Bakaya to chief development officer. Bakaya added, “I am thrilled to take on this role at such a dynamic time for SH Hotels & Resorts.

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Hotel Business

JULY 12, 2023

Hotel management company Springboard Hospitality has hired five new executives. Jason Pirock joins the team as corporate director of marketing, where he will be responsible for brand and performance marketing of Springboard, its brands and its collection of properties. She previously held management roles with Westin St.

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Hotel Business

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Omni Hotels & Resorts has named Vince Parrotta as its new COO. With more than 40 years of operations experience, he brings a wealth of expertise from his previous role as president, hotel operations – Americas at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

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Hotel Business

JUNE 25, 2024

The ownership group of the Caribe Royale Orlando in Florida, Sierra Land Group, decided to use the pandemic to pivot and entirely reinvent the resort, undergoing a $160-million renovation, launching new programs and bringing in new leadership. It allowed us to really put a strategic plan together of where we really wanted to go.”

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eHotelier

DECEMBER 14, 2022

SH Hotels & Resorts, a sustainable hotel brand management company that operates 1 Hotels, Treehouse Hotels & Baccarat Hotels & Resorts, today announced the hiring of Marco Selva as Executive Vice President of Operations.

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Hotel Business

AUGUST 15, 2024

Christian Clerc has been named president/CEO of Auberge Resorts Collection. He previously served as global president at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a position he held between 2016 and 2022. The post Auberge Resorts Collection names Christian Clerc CEO appeared first on hotelbusiness.com.

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Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

As a General Manager for Marriott, Singh launched the first Element by Westin and AC by Marriott hotel brands in Australia, which lead to his most recent role as Area Director of Operations ANZP. In 2005, Singh came to Australia from India and held a number of Hotel and General Manager roles.

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Hotel Business

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Despite continuing labor shortages, this is a testament to the efforts of the industry to ramp up hiring and training during the past several months. Currently, just 13% of branded hotels evaluated are meeting these criteria. HEI Hotels and Resorts (714) ranks third. The post J.D.

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Travel Media Group

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Podcast host and TMG Marketing Director, Ryan Embree sits down with Christopher to showcase the newly renovated Marriott: Cancun, an All-Inclusive Resort, and what exciting new amenities, views, dining options, and activities hotel guests can look forward to from the astounding 450-room property. Christopher Calabrese: That is correct.

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Hotel Business

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

KSL Resorts has Frank Rodgers as its newest global sales director. Overseeing leisure sales—including the retail travel agent market—as well as the wholesale market, consortia and tour groups, Rodgers will report to Chris Riccardi, KSL Resorts’ SVP, global sales strategy.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Libby Escolme takes up the role of Director of Marketing, bringing a wealth of experience from global and local roles for prestige brands across hotels, prop-tech, real estate, retail, services and FMCG. Hotel X adds new team members to executive team Brisbane’s Hotel X has bolstered its executive team with two new hires.

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Hotel Business

MARCH 24, 2025

Hotel management firm Stonebridge has appointed David Wahba as VP, sales luxury, lifestyle and resort. Lauderdale, The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes and Westin Resort, Aruba. Wahba has more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry. ” Look for more on Stonebridge in the April issue of Hotel Business.

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Hotelogix

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Running a small resort can be both rewarding and challenging. Below are the key tips for efficiently managing your resort property using modern management systems. Inability to manage seasonal packages Resorts function on high season, low season basis and rate parity is a common issue faced by them.

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Hotel Business

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

In this role, she will work closely with Turnberry branding partners, including Marriott and Hyatt, to optimize brand alignment and execute long-term strategic initiatives including the pre-opening and stabilization of properties. She will also play a critical role in talent development and leadership cultivation.

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