The soon-to-open InterContinental Durrat Al Riyadh Resort & Spa has announced the appointment of Marc Reissinger as general manager. He brings more than three decades of experience to the role, which puts him in charge of one of IHG’s most luxurious hotels in the area.
Chef Shinji Kanesaka brings Tokyo’s 2 Michelin-Starred Sushi Kanesaka to 45 Park Lane
45 Park Lane is pleased to announce the opening of Sushi Kanesaka on July 1, 2023; an intimate and traditional 13-seater omakase counter restaurant at this vibrant hotel in the heart of Mayfair.
Ron Lohnes named Franchise Development and Assurance and Marketing Program Director at Hospitality International Inc
hihotels by Hospitality International, a recognized leader in franchising of conversion and new build hotels for economy lodging, is pleased to announce the return of Ron Lohnes as Franchise Development and Assurance & Marketing Program Director for the Southeast Region.
IHG applauds Kandooma’s impact on sustainability
Mark Eletr, General Manager of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives has been recognised for efforts in sustainability at the annual InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) Impact Awards, Southeast Asia & Korea.
Giuseppe Ressa named Cluster General Manager at Mango House Seychelles and Canopy by Hilton Mahé
Mango House Seychelles and Canopy by Hilton Mahé, which is set to open later this year, is delighted to announce the appointment of Giuseppe Russa as Cluster General Manager, bringing with him 40 years of experience to the role.
Camelback Resort appoints Jameson Cesar as Vice President of Food and Beverage
Camelback Resort, a year-round recreational destination nestled in the Pocono Mountains, has named Jameson Cesar as vice president of food and beverage, supervising all operations of the resort’s 19 dining outlets – from food trucks to all-day casual to fine dining culinary concepts. Cesar’s 25 years of hospitality experience includes starting out as a dishwasher in Ocean City, N.J., at 13 years old to owning and creating multiple restaurant concepts to managing multiple dining outlets at prestigious resorts.
The Woodstock Inn and Resort appoints Melissa Sheffer to Director of Rooms
The Woodstock Inn & Resort announces the appointment of Melissa Sheffer to director of rooms. Sheffer brings more than 20 years of experience in hospitality to her new position.
Palace Hotel Tokyo debuts New Culinary Team at Michelin-Starred Esterre
As international travelers flock to Japan following its re-opening, Michelin-starred Esterre continues to refine its culinary appeal in the star-studded Michelin capital of the world with the appointments of Kei Kojima as chef de cuisine and Normand Jubin as chef pâtissier.
Scott Gubrud appointed as Director of Sales and Marketing at Montage Deer Valley
Montage Deer Valley is pleased to announce the appointment of Scott Gubrud as Director of Sales & Marketing. Bringing with him nearly three decades of leadership experience in luxury hospitality, Gubrud will be responsible for overseeing the resort’s sales and marketing team, in addition to their continued growth and development, as well as repositioning the resort following its renovation.
John Taube IV named as Culinary Director, Private Label Collection; Executive Chef, Kaimana Beach Hotel
John Taube IV has been named as Culinary Director of Private Label Collection, a full-service hospitality company that develops and manages hotels and restaurants in Hawaii and California, and Executive Chef of Kaimana Beach Hotel, the vibrant and trendy boutique hotel situated on Waikīkī’s Gold Coast. An award-winning chef who has cemented Kaimana’s signature restaurant, Hau Tree, as an island favorite with locals and travelers alike while continuing to elevate the cuisine, Taube offers a collaborative approach to fine dining and has been instrumental in leading Private Label Collection in menu creation, kitchen management, special events and more to capture and deliver the best flavors of Hawaii.
