Lorraine Sinclair joins the five-star Hotel Bellevue with a wealth of international experience and several accolades she has received during her celebrated career as an Executive Chef. The Les Toques Blanches Board Member has worked in restaurants and hotels around the globe from the UK to Asia, including being the corporate chef at two Chinese restaurants that earned Michelin stars during her time there.
Lisa Yeh has been appointed President at Sentral
Sentral, the leading full-service residential hospitality company, announced today that its Board of Directors has promoted Lisa Yeh to President, effective today, August 1. In this expanded role, Ms. Yeh will oversee Sentral’s day-to-day operations, in addition to her current responsibilities as Chief Operating Officer. Jon Slavet stepped down from his role as Chief Executive Officer to pursue other opportunities as of July 31.
Miguel Carrillo appointed Director of Sales & Marketing at Wymara Resort and Villas
Wymara Resort + Villas, the luxury Caribbean sanctuary on Turks & Caicos’ Grace Bay Beach, today announces the appointment of Miguel Carrillo as Director of Sales and Marketing. Carrillo brings more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, including roles in the hotel, airline, and tour operator sectors.
Cheval expands team to drive growth
Cheval Collection has appointed Nikola Miljković as feasibility manager, joining the group as it accelerates its expansion.
Chris Thompson announces retirement as President and CEO of Brand USA
Brand USA, the destination marketing organization for the United States, announces the impending retirement of Chris Thompson as President and CEO, effective May 31, 2024. After a successful tenure of leading the organization, Thompson has decided to step down and pursue life beyond work.
Austin Luckett appointed General Manager of Mollie Aspen
MOLLIE Aspen, a new 68-room boutique hotel opening this Winter in downtown Aspen, Colorado, is pleased to announce the appointment of its inaugural General Manager, Austin Luckett.
Grant Parsons to step up as FCM Regional General Manager in WA, SA
Grant Parsons has been appointed as FCM regional general manager for Western Australia and South Australia – effective as of today.
Shaun Robinson appointed General Manager at Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Hilton San Diego Bayfront announced the appointment of Shaun Robinson to general manager of the 1,190-room bayfront hotel featuring more than 165,000 square feet of flexible meeting space and located just steps away from the San Diego Convention Center. In his new role, he will ensure that Hilton San Diego Bayfront maintains its excellent reputation in providing purposeful and passionate customer service while continuing to enhance the guest experience for leisure, business and group travelers. Robinson joins Hilton San Diego Bayfront from Hilton Anaheim where he oversaw more than 1,000 team members as general manager, a position he held since 2011.
Zachary Bjorklund appointed Executive Chef at The Bidwell Marriott in Portland
Located in the heart of downtown Portland, The Bidwell Marriott announces the appointment of Zachary Bjorklund as Executive Chef. In his role, Bjorklund will oversee the 258-room hotel’s Pacific Northwest-inspired restaurant, High Horse, in addition to all catering and banquet offerings.
Rupert Gutteridge has been appointed Chief Operations Officer at Ireckonu
Ireckonu, the industry leader in hospitality middleware, CDP, and digital guest relationship systems integration, today announced the appointment of 25-year hospitality industry veteran, Rupert Gutteridge, as their Chief Operations Officer (COO). Gutteridge comes to Ireckonu after successful appointments at Oracle, Guestline, and Oaky where he successfully demonstrated his ability to grow businesses with a hands-on approach by creating great teams to drive a successful sales engine. For Rupert, a key focus has always been building long lasting relationships that keep the customer’s needs at the core of collaborative and productive partnerships.
