Lama Al Obaidli has been appointed as the assistant director of human resources at Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya.
Kostas Ioannidis appointed Sales Advisory Board Chair at HSMAI Europe
HSMAI Europe, the European arm of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI), sustainable revenue growth globally, has appointed experienced hospitality professional, Kostas Ioannidis, as its Sales Advisory Board Chair for 2024.
Noall Silvester appointed new Regional Vice President of Operations at Resolute Road Hospitality
Resolute Road Hospitality, a third-party management company founded on the promise to change the way owners think of their management company, announced today that Noall T. Silvester, MMH, CHA, has joined the leadership team as Regional Vice President of Operations, bolstering the corporate leadership team as the Resolute Road portfolio continues to grow.
Ann Jeanette Østborg appointed Senior Sales Manager at Moxy Hotels
Expanding its commercial efforts in Norway, Core Hospitality introduces a new Sales Manager that will cross-sell both the Moxy Hotels in Bergen and Tromsø.
Tim Cordon appointed COO Middle East at Radisson Hotel Group in Dubai
Tim Cordon’s role at Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) has been broadened to encompass the South East Asia Pacific (SEAP) region in addition to his existing responsibilities in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Cordon, who operates out of Dubai, has been a key figure in RHG’s growth and success in the MEA region. His new role aims to replicate this success in the SEAP region, which currently includes over 60 hotels in operation or in development.
Rylie Johnson appointed Corporate Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships at HRI Hospitality
HRI Hospitality (“HRI”), announces the appointment of Rylie Johnson as the Corporate Director of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships, a newly established position within HRI.
Jeff Ossenkop appointed General Manager at W San Francisco
W San Francisco, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jeff Ossenkop as general manager. Ossenkop was also honored with an appointment to the board of directors of The Hotel City Council of San Francisco (HCSF) – a non-profit trade association founded in 1987 designed to advocate on behalf of the local hospitality community. With more than 22 years of hospitality management experience, he will be responsible for the hotel’s daily operations, ensuring efficiency, providing strategic direction, managing budgets, and supervising staff.
Petar Krstic appointed CEO at Ultima Collection
To start of the year, Ultima Collection announced the appointment of a new leadership team to spearhead the brand’s expansion. Effective January 2024, newly appointment Chief Executive Officer Petar Krstic and Chief Commercial Officer Sven Flory are set to bring Ultima Collection into a new era of brilliance and sustained success.
Demi Turner appointed Director of Sustainability at Travelodge
Travelodge, announces the appointment of Demi Turner as Director of Sustainability – a newly created role at Travelodge which further strengthens the company’s commitment to its ESG Strategy.
Uwe Kunz appointed new General Manager at Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace, is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Uwe Kunz as the new General Manager. With a remarkable career spanning 31 years in the global hospitality industry, Mr. Kunz brings a wealth of expertise, a track record of excellence, and a commitment to elevating the guest experience to his new role.








