Success Stories

Maria Vesleme is returning to the Ora Hospitality and Silversands family as Senior Director of Human Resources for their flagship resort in Mykonos, Greece , which will mark the debut of a new international ultra-luxury hospitality brand. Photo credit: Ora Hospitality Maria is an iconic HR leader who brings a wealth of experience to the role. Throughout her career, she has held progressive leadership positions with prestigious international brands, including Four Seasons Hote

RAH GILI MALDIVES, the first island within the SIX & SIX PRIVATE ISLANDS collection, has appointed André Kretschmann, as General Manager, bringing more than three decades of international luxury hospitality experience to the island. Photo sredit: RAH GILI MALDIVES A seasoned hotelier with a career spanning Europe, Asia and the Indian Ocean, André has led some of the world’s most recognised luxury resorts and has extensive experience in the Maldives. His career includes senior

The Saudi Tourism Authority has appointed Ageel Alshaibani as its new Chief Executive Officer as Saudi Arabia accelerates tourism development under its Vision 2030 programme. Photo credit: Saudi Tourism Authority Alshaibani previously served as Deputy Minister of Tourism for Strategic Planning and Monitoring. He brings more than 18 years of experience in strategic planning, business development, consulting, public services and executive leadership. Before joining the Ministry

Some hotels are remembered for where they are. Others are remembered for how they make people feel. For more than three decades, Park Hyatt Sydney has quietly been celebrated for achieving both. As the hotel welcomes Bastian Germer as General Manager, it begins a new chapter guided by a leadership philosophy built on curiosity, connection and the belief that luxury begins with people. Photo credit: Park Hyatt Sydney That belief began long before hospitality became his career.

In this role, Pound will oversee Hilton’s operations across the region, leading hotel teams and partnering with owners and key stakeholders to drive performance, strengthen Hilton’s culture and support the company’s continued growth. Photo credit: Hilton He joins from Ares Management, bringing extensive hospitality, real estate and investment experience across the Caribbean and Latin America. His appointment is effective August 24, 2026, and he will report to Danny Hughes, pr

Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, the Forbes Five-Star resort set across 52 beachfront acres along Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit coast, announces the appointment of Macall Newman as Resort Manager. A 15-year Four Seasons veteran whose career has spanned luxury city hotels, remote destination resorts, and the brand's acclaimed Private Jet and Yacht experiences, Newman brings a uniquely global perspective and passion for people to her new role on Mexico's Pacific coast. Photo credit:

Park Hyatt Doha has appointed Chehrazade Berry as its new director of sales and marketing. She brings almost a decade of luxury hospitality commercial leadership to the role, having most recently served as commercial director at Hilton Doha. She has also held positions as sales director at Hilton Doha and director of business development at Shangri-La Doha. Photo credit: Hyatt Hotels Berry returns to the property, having been the associate director of sales during the Park Hy

Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai and Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle announce the appointment of Ivan Giles as General Manager, marking a new chapter for the resort amid the rice fields and mountains of Northern Thailand. With more than 20 years of international hospitality experience across the Americas and Asia, Ivan arrives in Northern Thailand from Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, where he served as General Manager and led the resort through an important period of gro

James Carroll, President & CEO of Crestline Hotels & Resorts, today announced the expansion of the company’s executive management team with the addition of Donnelly Nariss Maysey as Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing. Photo credit: Crestline Hotels & Resorts Donnelly brings more than 25 years of sales and hospitality leadership experience across full-service, select-service, and luxury hotels and resorts. As Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Crestline, Do

Bringing with her over 14 years of extensive experience across wellness, spa management, and hospitality operations, Monika joins Mulberry Shades with a strong background in leading high-performing teams, managing multi-property wellness operations, driving revenue growth, and curating exceptional guest experiences. Photo credits: Mulberry Shades Over the course of her career, she has developed deep expertise in operational excellence, wellness programming, guest engagement,

Corinthia Hotels, the luxury hotel brand owned, developed and operated by International Hotel Investments plc (the Corinthia Group), today announced the appointment of Peter Roth as President, Hotel Operations. Photo credits: Corinthia Group In this newly created role, Roth will oversee the operational performance of Corinthia’s existing portfolio while leading operational readiness for the Group’s upcoming openings in Italy, Doha, Riyadh, Dubai, the Maldives, and Chengdu. Ba

In her new role, Kiki will oversee the pastry operations of Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa, including the development of desserts and confectionery offerings across dining venues, banquets, and events. Photo credits: Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa Kiki brings experience in pastry and baking, with a background shaped by her training and professional work in Puerto Rico and the United States. She holds a Baking and Pastry Diploma from the San Juan Hospitality School and later

Audra Arul joins Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa with over 30 years of experience in the hospitality sector, carrying a background in commercial leadership, sales, and marketing across Asia, the Middle East, and the Maldives. Her career includes roles with Marriott International, Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Hyatt Hotels Corporation, and Hilton-affiliated properties. Photo credits: Marriott International Her experience spans resort and ci

Hilton has named Rebecca Kirisits as general manager for the Hampton Inn Boston Seaport District and Homewood Suites by Hilton Boston Seaport District, a dual-brand property with 252 rooms at the Hampton Inn and 164 suites at the Homewood Suites. Kirisits previously served as general manager of DoubleTree by Hilton Boston Bayside. In her new role, she will oversee all aspects of operations across both hotels. Photo credits: Hilton Hotels & Resorts Kirisits brings more than tw

Minor Hotels has appointed Kanruethai Roongruang as General Manager of Avani+ Hua Hin Resort. Originally from Phuket, Thailand, Kanruethai brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience across Thailand and international markets, with expertise in resort operations, wellness, commercial strategy, business development, and luxury hospitality management. Photo credits: Minor Hotels Most recently, Kanruethai served as Chief Executive Officer of Island Escape Burasari and Bur

Minor Hotels has appointed Tamer Khedr as Managing Director, Minor Hotels Egypt, a newly created role established as part of the company’s expansion plans in the country. In this position, Khedr will oversee operations and development activities, support portfolio growth, and ensure operational standards across existing and future properties in Egypt. Photo credits: Minor Hotels The creation of the Managing Director role is intended to establish a dedicated leadership structu

Kilchoan Estate by Dunton, the highly anticipated new hospitality venture opening later this month on Scotland's remote Knoydart Peninsula, today announced the appointment of Jamie Smart as Executive Chef. The acclaimed Scottish chef will lead the culinary program for the 13,000-acre estate, bringing experience from some of Britain's most respected ingredient-led kitchens to one of the country's most remarkable natural larders. Photo credits: Kilchoan Estate by Dunton Scottis

Four Seasons Hotel Jakarta has appointed Yudith Dwi Astuti as Director of Public Relations and Marketing Communications. She will oversee the hotel’s Public Relations and Marketing Communications division, including digital initiatives. Yudith brings more than 20 years of experience in hospitality, media, and marketing. She began her career in 1998 as a radio announcer and business management lecturer, later joining Trans TV Jakarta as a reporter and creative production profe

This title evolution recognizes the scope and significance of his leadership at one of the Maldives' most distinguished luxury destinations, as well as his continued contribution to the resort's positioning within the global luxury hospitality landscape. In his new role, Joulak will continue to oversee all aspects of the resort's operations and strategic direction. Photo credits: Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi Since joining Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, Joulak ha

Delta Hotels by Marriott Calgary Downtown appoints Tiffany Richards as it new General Manager. Tiffany brings more than 15 years of experience with Marriott International, with a career spanning sales, marketing and hotel operations. Most recently, she served as general manager of Fairfield by Marriott Calgary Downtown, where she led overall performance, team engagement and commercial strategy. Photo credit: Delta Hotels This appointment marks a return to Delta Hotels by Marr