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. But it’s good, it keeps us busy. Big events.

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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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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

MAY 9, 2023

New Zealand’s adventure playground of Queenstown is known for its skiing, wineries, jetboating and hiking, alongside fantastic restaurants, bars, cafes and hotels, including one of Wayfarer’s favourites, Hilton Queenstown Resort and Spa. Chris, what makes Hilton Queenstown one of the region’s top hotels?

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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.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2024

Leading a team of more than 200 staff is General Manager, David Alexander. It’s such a privilege and honour to be the General Manager for Novotel and Ibis Styles Melbourne Airport, the first new-build internationally branded hotels to open at Melbourne Airport in over two decades,” Alexander said.

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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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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

DECEMBER 12, 2023

The luxurious InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa was named Fijian Property of the Year at the 2023 HM Awards for good reason because the hotel is one of the finest in the nation. InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa is led by popular General Manager, Lachlan Walker, who said he was ecstatic with the win. “We

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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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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. She offers extensive knowledge of design processes, construction and hotel standards.

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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.

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Hospitality Net

JUNE 6, 2023

This year’s scholarship has been generously donated and fully funded by Mr. William Heinecke, Founder & Chairman of Minor International PCL.The latest GMP Cornell Scholarship was awarded to Ms. Pathama Kanteetaw, Executive Assistant Manager at Paresa Resort.

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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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Lodging

APRIL 4, 2024

Cloud5 Communications announced the appointment of Fred Reeder as senior vice president of sales and business development. Reader has experience aligning technology and services with the latest hospitality business needs. Grace Bay Resorts announced the appointment of Fred Khoury as general manager of Point Grace.

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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

APRIL 16, 2024

Operated by La Vie Hotels and Resorts, Adge Hotel and Residences opened last August on the site of the former Cambridge Hotel. Adding 149 extra rooms to our inventory means we can better cater to demand surges over busy event periods, which will only add to the colour and life that keeps this hotel buzzing.”

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Lodging

MAY 30, 2024

Jamison has over 25 years of technical, management, executive, and business development experience. Marcus Hotels & Resorts announced Lynette Knutson has been appointed as general manager of Hilton Madison Monona Terrace. Knutson was most recently the general manager of the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East.

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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. My job will be to take a guest approach, people approach and a business approach to make sure we have the right systems and operational processes in place.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 7, 2023

Asia Pacific remains a strategic market for the company, representing tremendous growth potential and exciting opportunities for the business,” said Marriott International. John Toomey has been appointed Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Asia Pacific (excluding China) after 27 years with the business.

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Hotel Management

AUGUST 1, 2024

Karl Marshall joins InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto has welcomed experienced hotelier Karl Marshall as its new General Manager. Prior to joining InterContinental Melbourne The Rialto, Marshall served as General Manager at The Langham, Melbourne. “I

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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. We support in upskilling General Managers so that they continue to learn and retain essential operations, commercial and system knowledge.

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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.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

“We’re thrilled to welcome a new wave of internationally experienced senior talent to the hotel,” W Brisbane General Manager, Haldon Philp. Clarke brings over 15 years’ experience to the role including as Hotel Manager at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas.

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Lodging

DECEMBER 6, 2024

TEMPE, ArizonaMarriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes announced the completion of a multi-million dollar renovation of its guestrooms and suites, fitness center, and outdoor meeting space including the lobby bars outdoor dining area.

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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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Hotel Management

MARCH 12, 2024

TFE Hotels announces raft of GM appointments TFE Hotels has made several key General Manager appointments across its Australian and New Zealand network. After almost seven years with TFE, Emma Sutherland has taken on her first Hotel Manager role as the General Manager of Vibe Hotel Sydney Darling Harbour.

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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

JULY 21, 2024

IHG promotes Rajit Sukumaran to EAPAC leadership role IHG Hotels and Resorts has announced an expanded role for Rajit Sukumaran as Senior Vice President and Managing Director, East Asia and Pacific (EAPAC) – a newly-created position, overseeing more than 20 countries. This appointment marks Rabbidge’s first General Manager position. “An

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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. He revealed that ADR more than occupancy separates the major markets; and luxury still leads in total growth, although midscale is making major strides.

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Hotel Management

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. The post Ready for reveal: InterContinental Auckland primed for January 30 opening appeared first on Hotel Management.

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Hotel Management

JUNE 13, 2023

The brand-new, $50 million, 120-room TRYP Pulteney Street Adelaide is managed by Resort Management by Wyndham, which currently oversees 45 properties across Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Southeast Asia. It is South Australia’s first TRYP hotel, and Australia’s only TRYP by Wyndham branded property.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Independent hotel management company Trilogy Hotels has signed a deal with Schwartz Family Company which will see the group assume management of more than 1000 rooms across four hotels in NSW and the ACT. The post Trilogy wins management of four Schwartz hotels in major first deal appeared first on Hotel Management.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Sofitel Fiji Beach Resort and Spa recently underwent a major makeover and the result is one of the best hotels in the South Pacific. James Wilkinson checks in and catches up with Accor Hotels’ Area General Manager for Fiji and Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa General Manager, Vincent Macquet , to find out all of the highlights and more.

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Hotel Management

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In recent years, the makeover of the Anantara Veli Maldives Resort has been so magnificent, you could be mistaken for thinking you’ve arrived at a brand-new hotel. To find out why, James Wilkinson checks in and catches up with Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and Complex General Manager, Michael Parker.

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Kelvin Ramm has been named Cluster General Manager for The Westin Brisbane and Four Points by Sheraton Brisbane. New GM for Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort Outrigger Hospitality Group has appointed Craig A. Having global expertise, right here in Brisbane, is something that will help elevate both brands.”

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Hotel Management

JUNE 26, 2024

Adelaide Marriott names General Manager Adelaide’s first Marriott hotel, which is set to open in August 2024, will be led by experienced hotel industry professional, Paul Gallop, as General Manager. Gallop brings years of management experience, having led successful hotel openings and complex renovation project.

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