Hotel Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The beachside hotel is operated by franchisees, Chris and Olivia Taylor, who also operate First Light Mooloolaba on the Sunshine Coast, and previously managed Hervey Bay’s Oceans Resort and Spa, both positioned within the Ascend brand.

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Lodging

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Aligned Hospitality Management appointed Deborah Lahti as chief operating officer. Lathi will join Aligned’s corporate team to lead and manage the hotel’s daily business operations and supervise hotel and corporate initiatives. MCR welcomed Sameer Mehra as chief revenue officer.

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MARCH 18, 2025

Sullivan brings over 25 years of experience leading hospitality teams including as Chief Operating Officer at Lotus Dining Group, The Grounds Group and Solotel, and shares a committment to forging strong relationships with local producers and reducing food waste.

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JANUARY 30, 2024

has signed a deal to acquire Accor’s vacation ownership business – a total of 24 resorts across Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia – for US$48.4 The decision to offload the vacation club business aligns with Accor’s asset-light strategy to evolve the business. Travel and Leisure Co. Travel and Leisure Co.

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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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Hotel Management

APRIL 11, 2024

Kypriotis brings over 20 years of hotel industry experience, having started her career with Stamford Hotels and Resorts and worked across various managerial positions within hotel operations at Accor. His business acumen and strong analytical skills will make him an immediate asset.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Having grown up in a family that owned a wedding business in Adelaide, Harman was immersed in the hospitality industry from a young age. As the new General Manager for The Ritz-Carlton, Melbourne, Harman will be responsible for enhancing the hotel’s operational and commercial performance. Focused on training and development.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Accor is investing in leadership within its luxury and lifestyle division, with the appointment of experienced hotelier and asset manager David Fraser as the Vice President Operations for Sofitel, Sofitel Legend, MGallery, and Emblems in the Pacific.

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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. From operations, commercial, and sales to food and beverage, her depth and breadth of experience is very well suited for this role.

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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 joins from IHG, where she was Operations Manager of the 209-key Crowne Plaza Coogee and, most recently, a secondment at Melbourne’s InterContinental the Rialto.

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Hotel Management

JULY 15, 2024

Under the ownership of Frank and Wade Huang of Star Millennium Pty Ltd, Holiday Inn Sydney Airport and Courtyard by Marriott, Sydney-North Ryde will be elevated to IHG’s premium Crowne Plaza brand with independent hotel operator, Trilogy Hotels, appointed to manage the day-to-day operations of both properties under a franchise agreement.

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Hotel Management

JULY 9, 2024

Giovani Sayuti is Director of Operations, responsible for the daily operations of both hotels, with a strong focus on delivering exceptional customer service. Polis brings over two decades of industry experience, most recently leading operations at Ovolo Nishi in Canberra since March 2021.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 4, 2024

My hotel career began during high school when I had a part-time role at a local resort. I joined as part of the pre-opening team, as my third hotel pre-opening and set up the rooms, spa and front office for the city’s newest luxury resort. Tell us a bit about your hotel career journey to date? You’re also a 2023 Young Tourism Leader.

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Hotel Management

MAY 30, 2024

Furama Darling Harbour is a rebrand of an existing property at 68 Harbour Street, Haymarket – currently the Holiday Inn Darling Harbour – which FHI has owned, but not previously operated, for more than two decades. Catering to both leisure and business travellers, Furama offers warm service and a commitment to eco-friendly practices.

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Under the landmark deal, the Trilogy team has been appointed to manage operations for Mercure Sydney, Ibis Sydney World Square, Mercure Canberra and Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains. Our delivery of exceptional outcomes for Schwartz Family Company will be a catalyst for our business growth in Australia and New Zealand,” Ryan added.

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Hotel Management

APRIL 3, 2024

Kemlo joins the hotel, which is now in its fifth year, with more than 18 years’ industry experience under his belt, half of which has been spent at Crown Resorts, including in leadership positions at Crown Resorts in Melbourne and, more recently, Crown Towers Sydney. “I

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In a hospitality career that has taken her to China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Macao, McNab has gained experience across multiple Sheraton brands as well as other prominent brands such as Starwood Hotels and Resorts. Her experience includes roles in Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide, Inc.,

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort will be among the Australian properties to be fully refurbished in line with the luxury brand’s new direction, according to Bailly, who was forthcoming with media about the challenges the Sofitel brand has faced. 26% of our Sofitel network is under renovation. Now, it’s your turn to create new memories.”

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Hotel Management

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort will be among the Australian properties to be fully refurbished in line with the luxury brand’s new direction, according to Bailly, who was forthcoming with media about the challenges the Sofitel brand has faced. 26% of our Sofitel network is under renovation. Now, it’s your turn to create new memories.”

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Hotel Management

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Accor Pacific Chief Operating Officer PME, Adrian Williams, told HM there has been an unprecedented level of interest in Accor hotels and its loyalty programme ALL – Accor Live Limitless since the concerts were first announced – and not just in these two cities.

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Hotel Management

JANUARY 8, 2024

In the newly created dual role, Svensson will take charge of operations at W Melbourne whilst also having oversight of all of Marriott’s luxury properties in Australia, including under the The Ritz-Carlton and W Hotel brands. From AM to PM, guests can start with breakfast and then dine in some of the country’s best restaurants and bars.

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