BWH Hotels today announced that its Board of Directors has elected Phil Payne as Board Chairperson for 2024. Payne, who previously served as Board Vice Chairperson, brings decades of hospitality experience and over 40 years of BWH Hotels ownership to his role as Chairperson.
Nimesh Pandav appointed Front Office Manager at Sofitel Mumbai BKC
Sofitel Mumbai BKC, the elegant, luxury hotel in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex, has appointed Nimesh Pandav as their new Front Office Manager.
Benjamin Cann appointed General Manager at Coachman Hotel in South Lake Tahoe
Coachman Hotel has named Benjamin Cann as its new general manager amid a multi-million-dollar expansion and reimagination project slated for completion in 2024. In his new role, Cann will help guide the reimagined hotel, which first opened in the 1960s, into its new chapter as a hip, modern boutique property focused on providing guests with an elevated leisure experience as well as attracting corporate clientele in search of unique accommodations for serene, outdoor recreation-centric company retreats.
Electrolux Professional Group adds Logan McCoy as Corporate Chef
Electrolux Professional Group, a global foodservice equipment manufacturer, announced that Logan McCoy has joined the Americas marketing team as Corporate Chef, East.
Robert Souter appointed Associate Food & Beverage Director at Shimmers, at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam in Dubai
Robert Souter has joined Shimmers at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam as associate F&B Director.
Half French and half British, Souter has more than 10 years of international experience to the role, with previous positions in Bahrain, Tokyo and Paris on his CV.
Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection welcomes Mark Stanford as General Manager of CanoeHouse
Mauna Lani, Auberge Resorts Collection is thrilled to announce Mark Stanford as the new General Manager of its storied oceanfront restaurant, CanoeHouse, a legendary culinary destination hailed as one of the best restaurants in Hawai’i for its creative farm-to-table cuisine, historic roots, and stunning ocean views.
Mews appoints Daniel Ahremark as its new Chief Financial Officer
Mews, has announced the appointment of Daniel Ahremark as its new Chief Financial Officer. This comes in a year of substantial growth at Mews that saw almost 40% customer growth in 2023, following a Series C investment of $185 million in 2022.
Aqua-Aston Hospitality Senior Manager of Business Development appointment (Amanda Garziano)
Aqua-Aston Hospitality, announces Amanda Garziano’s appointment to senior manager of business development for the brand’s condominium hotel and vacation rental operations. Celebrating a 75-year legacy in hospitality, the company holds significant expertise in the vacation rental space and now manages nearly 2,400 vacation homes in Hawaii. Vacation rental units have continued to rise in popularity across the Hawaiian Islands – accounting for 19 percent of all accommodations in the destination and marking a 13.5 percent increase since 2019. With this demand, Aqua-Aston Hospitality created this new position to grow the brand’s condominium hotel and vacation rental program.
Emporium Concierge awarded Les Clefs d’Or
Emporium Hotel South Bank is one of Australia’s most celebrated boutique properties, set in the lush tropical South Bank precinct with Brisbane River and City views and welcoming distinguished guests, including prime ministers, world leaders, sporting and entertainment celebrities, and visitors seeking a five-star experience.
Marriott International promotes Mirza Ibracevic as Complex Director of Recreation for Six Wasl owned properties
Marriott International announced this week the promotion of Mirza Ibracevic, Director of Recreation at Natural Elements Gym & Spa at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Center, to Complex Director of Recreation by Marriott International.
